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University of Newcastle course descriptions for UWP EMS students pursuing study abroad.
This document lists all required/elective courses (as of March 2008) that would be of interest to UWP Engineering
students wishing to pursue a Study Abroad experience at the University of Newcastle, Australia. !Its purpose is to give
the courses & names, PLUS their pre-requisites, in one document. It is in two parts:
Part One:
ALL the courses that are taken by engineering/physics students at Newcastle (March 2008) (7 pages)
Part Two:
Several pages of detailed course descriptions; I recommend searching through the PDF file by course name/number.
These include objectives, outlines, content information (lab/lecture/etc.), and prerequisites.
Part OneThis list is not exhaustive for a given department! !For example, Newcastle chemistry offers more than just two courses;
chemistry majors interested in a study abroad should dig through the U. Newcastle site on their own; my advising page
has some direct links that can help. !
The format I've used on this list is as follows:
COURSEnumber - Name of Course
[brief overview of content, if I thought it would be helpful]
Majors that require this course
Programs listed:
Physics; Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Software Engineering; Civil/Environmental Engineering;
General Engineering; Computer Science; Chemistry & Chemical Engineering; Biology; Math; Philosophy
Physics
PHYS1205 - Integrated Physics [1 sem, math-mechanics-waves-fluids-optx-E&M]Chem Eng, Civil, Mechatronics, ME
PHYS1210/1220 Advanced Physics 1 & 2[mech-waves-nuclear-particles/cosmology-relativity-thermal][E&M-optics-quantum+duality-atoms-lasers-spectra-semiconductors]Physics, Comp Eng, EE, Telecom, Computer
PHYS2160 - Modern Optics[Hecht-like]Physics
PHYS2170 Quantum Mechanics & Semicond Physics - needs 1220, MATH1120/1220[quantum+semiconductors: like UWP's PH314 & EE313]Physics, EE, Telecom, Computer Eng
PHYS2240 - Atomic & Nuclear Physics - needs PHYS1210, MATH2310Physics
PHYS2250 - Classical Mechanics and Special Relativity - needs PHYS1210, 1220 & MATH1120Physics
PHYS2260 Electromagnetism - needs 1220, MATH1120/1220[traditional physics E&M course]Physics
PHYS3320 Optical Communication[fibers, sources, waveguides, losses, etc.] - needs PHYS2160, ELEC3500, ELEC3530
Telecom elective
PHYS3330 - Industrial Project & Seminar (photonics industry project)20 units 2000-levelPhysics
PHYS3350 Quantum, Atomic & Molecular Physics - needs PHYS2220, MATH2310Physics
PHYS3500 Advanced Electromagnetism for Scientists and Engineers - needs Math 2310/2010[good match to UWPs E&M]
Telecom required; Computer Eng, EE elective
Not Available 2008:
PHYS3310 Laser Physics
PHYS3360 Advanced Electromagnetism
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PHYS3370 Statistical Physics
PHYS3390 Solid State and Nanoscience
Electrical EngineeringELEC1300 Electrical Engineering 1[ccts 1]EE, ME, Mechatronics, Computer
ELEC1700 Computer Engineering 1[intro digital/computers]Telecom, EE, Mechatronics, Computer, Software
ELEC2131 Sensors and Machines - needs ELEC1300[machines & magnetic ccts]EE, Mechatronics, ME, Computer
ELEC2320 Electrical Circuits - needs ELEC1300 & MATH1120[ccts 2]EE, Telecomm, Mechatronics, Computer
ELEC2400 Signals and Systems - needs MATH1120EE, Computer, Telecom
ELEC2500 Intro Telecommunications - needs ELEC1300, MATH1110[Comm 1?]
Telecomm majors required; EE, Mechatronics, Computer, Software elective
ELEC2700 Computer Engineering 2 - needs ELEC1700[microprocessor/controller systems & C programming]
EE, Mechatronics, Computer, Telecom required; Software elective
ELEC3130 Electric Machines and Power Systems[DC, AC machines, transmission lines, power system rep/power flow]needs ELEC2130, 2200, 2400, 2320
EE required; Mechatronics elective
ELEC3240 Electronics - needs EE2320, PHYS2170[amps, integrated ccts, feedback]
EE, Mechatronics required; Computer, Telecom elective
ELEC3250 Power Electronics - needs ELEC2200, 2320
EE, Computer, Telecom elective
ELEC3400 - Signal Processing - needs MATH2420, ELEC2400[analog & digital filters and signal processing; adv sig/systems]
Telecom required; EE, Computer elective
ELEC3500 Telecommunications Networks - needs ELEC2500[PSTN, LAN, WAN, TCP, IP, switching, routing]
Telecom required; EE, Software elective
ELEC3530 DIgital Communications - needs ELEC2400, ELEC2500, MATH2420[comm, digital comm]
Telecom required; EE, Computer elective
ELEC3720 Programmable Logic Design - needs ELEC2700[PLDs, CAD, VHDL...]
Computer required; EE, Mechatronics, Telecom, Software elective
ELEC3730 Embedded Systems - needs ELEC2700[C; real-time OS; microproc architecture]
EE, Telecom, Software elective; Computer, Mechatronics required
ELEC3850 Intro Electrical Engineering Designneeds 3d yr 1st semester EE, Computer, Telecom[design w/Electrical, electronics, comm, computing, software, signal processing, controls, mechanical systems]EE, Computer, Telecom
ELEC4100 Electrical Systems - needs ELEC3130[power systems]
EE elective
ELEC4160 Advanced Drivers & Power Electronics - needs ELEC3130, 3250, 4400[modern electric drives, power electronics applications]
EE elective
ELEC4400 Automatic Control - needs MATH2310 & (ELEC2400 or MECH2350)
Mechatronics, ChemE, ME required; EE, Computer, Telecom elective
ELEC4210 Electronics Design - needs ELEC3240 (final year elective)[more advanced analog electronics]
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EE, Computer, Telecom elective
ELEC4410 Control System Design & Management - needs ELEC4400[Controls II]
EE, Mechatronics, Computer elective
ELEC4560 Wireless Systems & Advanced Comm - needs ELEC2500, MATH2420[info theory; wireless comm]
Telecom required; EE, Computer elective
ELEC4700 Adv Computer Systems - needs ELEC3720[performance eval; pipelining, caches, I/O...]
Computer required; EE, Telecom, Software elective
ELEC4840 Final Year Engineering Project - needs 3rd year; 30 of 80 units in year.EE, Computer, Telecom, Software
Mathematics/StatisticsMATH1110 - Mathematics 1[differentiation; complex nos.; polar coords; integration; geometry]EE, Telecomm, Mechatronics, ChemE, Civil, EnvE, ME, Computer, Software
MATH1120 - Mathematics 2 - needs MATH1110[series, partial diff, diff eqs, linear eqs, eigenvectors etc.]EE, Mechatronics, ChemE, Civil, EnvE, ME, Computer, Software
MATH1510 - Discrete Mathematics - needs HS mathSoftware
MATH2310 - Calculus of Science & Engineering - needs MATH 1120[multi-variable calc; ODEs; div, curl; line integrals; Green's thm; Laplace, etc.]EE, Mechatronics, ChemE, Civil, EnvE, ME, Computer
MATH2340 - Algebra & Geometry - needs MATH1120['gateway' after MATH1110/1120; linear algebra, complex numbers; eigenvalues/vectors; transformations]Elective
MATH2420 - Engineering Mathematics - needs MATH1120 & MATH2310[complex fcns; cauchy integral; contour integration; prob density fcns; etc.]EE, Telecomm, Computer
MATH2470 - Partial Differential Eqs in Engineering - needs MATH1120[bdy value problems: heat, mass momentum diffusion]ChemE
STAT1070 - Statistics for the Sciences - need to be 'calculus-ready'[relate probability to statistical analysis of data; apply to experimental design; probability concepts]Elective
Mechanical EngineeringMECH2110 - Mechanical Engineering Design I - needs GENG1000[drawing & design]Mechatronics, ME
MECH2250 - Materials Science & Engineering I - needs 'physics or chemistry'[engineering materials, intro]Mechatronics, ME
MECH2350 - Dynamics 2 - needs GENG1001; Diff EQ; Laplace xform (MATH2310)][2D dynamics, dynamic systems incl elect. systems; xfer fcn, feedback]Mechatronics, ME
MECH2420 - Engineering Mechanics - needs GENG1001[force/stress; axial stress; shear stress; strain; impact loads, reliability]Mechatronics, ME
MECH2450 - Engineering Computations 2 - needs GENG1002[computations; probability/stats; MATLAB solving]ME
MECH2700 - Thermofluids - needs 'physics & math'[fluids + some thermo]Mechatronics, ME
MECH3110 - Mechanical Engineering Design 2 - needs MECH2110; MECH2420[welded/bolted connectors; friction drives; clutch/brakes;linkage kinematics; gear design & selection]Mechatronics, ME
MECH3130 - Mechanics of Bulk Solids & Particulates - needs MECH2420; MECH2110[bulk solid/particulate properties; design handling equipment; flow, measurement]
elective: ME
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MECH3140 - Mechatronics Design - needs MECH2110; MECH2420; ELEC2131[electro-mechanical design]Mechcatronics
MECH3400 - Materials Science and Engineering 2 - needs MECH2250[materials selection; elastic, plastic prop's; strengthening; heat treatment; fatigue; friction/wear; etc.]
ME; elective: Mechatronics
MECH3440 - Mechanics of Solids - needs MECH2420[external loads & internal forces; shafts, beams, pressure vessels...; strain energy; leak/burst; etc.]ME
MECH3700 - Transport Phenomena - needs MECH2700, MATH: ODEs, PDEs[transport of mass, momentum, heat; boundary layers; pipe flow; heat xfer]
ME; elective: Mechatronics
MECH3750 - Applied Engineering Thermodynamics - needs 1st yr MATH; intro Thermo[thermo for flow processes (power generation); cycles; equilibria; chemical cycles; lab]ME
MECH4220 - Bulk Materials Handling & Transportation - needs NIL[characterize bulk solids; bins/feeders; design conveying systems; bin wall loads; belt conveying]
elective: ME
MECH4400 - Computational Mechanics - needs MECH2110, 2420, 2350[finite element intro; analysis & control of vibration; stiffness matrices, shape fcns]
ME; elective: Mechatronics
MECH4580 - Adv Computer Aided Engineering & Manufacturing - needs MECH2110; MECH4400[more FEA (transients, buckling, intro nonlinear); rapid prototyping; solid modeling]
elective: ME
MECH4830 - Engineering Economic Analysis - needs NIL
elective: ME, Mechatronics
MECH4841A,B - Mechanical Engineering Project Parts A/B[senior design; 2 semester sequence]Mechatronics (or EE project); ME
MECH4890 - Computer Simulation and Modeling - needs NIL[simulation techniques for several apps; VISUAL SLAM; AWESIM; SLAM network]
elective: ME
Software EngineeringSENG1110 - Intro Software Engineering I - needs NIL[intro programming i.e. Java; GUI creation]EE, Telecomm, Computer, Software
SENG1120 - Introduction to Software Engineering 2 - needs SENG1110[larger problems; stacks/queues/trees/heaps; Linear/Hierarchical/Graph Stuctures]Telecomm, Computer, Software
SENG2050 - Introduction to Web Engineering - needs SENG1110 & COMP1050[web-based system development]Software
SENG2130 - Software Development - needs SENG1110[software development life-cycle; requirements elicitation, analysis, design, testing, implementation]Software
SENG3100 - Advanced Software Processes - needs SENG2130 or INFT2009[estimating, planning, producing software systems]
required: Sofware; elective: Computer
SENG3120 - Object Oriented Software Engineering - needs SE3100[large-scale development using object-oriented techniques]
required: Sofware; elective: Computer
SENG3300 - User Interface Design - needs SENG1120 and SENG2130
required: Sofware; elective: Computer
SENG3400 - Networking & Distributed Computing - needs SENG1110[wiring/protocols; LAN; WAN; IP/TCP/UDP; distributed environments]
elective: Software
SENG4150/60 - Special Topic E/F
elective: Software
SENG4420 - Software Architecture - needs SENG3120 + permission[Develop skills in designing software architecture]
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Software
General EngineeringGENG1000 - Computer Aided Engineering - no prereq[2D CAD]Mechatronics, ME, ChemE
GENG1001 - Introductory Mechanics - no prereq[statics, dynamics] Mechatronics, ME, Civil, EnvEng
GENG1002 - Introduction to Engineering Computations - no prereq[programming: fortran, matlab intro, VBasic, Excel]Mechatronics, ME, Civil, EnvEng, ChemE
GENG1803 - Intro Engineering Practice (1st yr 2nd sem) - no prereq[design @ freshman level]EE, Chem Eng, Telecomm, Civil, ME, SE, Env Eng, Computer Eng, Mechatronics
GENG3830 - Engineering Project Management - needs GENG1803EE, ChemE, Civil, Computer Eng, Env Eng, SE yr 3; Mechatronix, ME, Telecomm yr 4
Computer Science - Information TechnologyINFT2009 - Systems & Software Development - needs SENG1110[software life-cycles; design, implementation, management, testing, maintenance]
elective: Computer
INFT2040 - Database Management Systems - needs SENG1110[use of databases, dbase management systems; design/implementation]Software
COMP1050 - Internet Communications - needs NIL, previous computing helpful[internet comm/architecture; web pages, encryption]Software
COMP2220 - Comparative Programming Languages - needs SENG1110, SENG1120[non-object programming; software structures in C++ & Java; pointers; activation records; etc.]Software
COMP2240 - Operating Systems - needs SENG1120[computer OS principles; tasking/processes; scheduling; virtual memory; comm/networking; etc.]
required: Software; elective: Computer
COMP2230 - Introduction to Algorithmics - needs SENG1120, MATH1510[efficiency; computational complexity; greedy strategy, other strategies; efficient design]Software
COMP2270 - Formal Language and Automata - needs SENG1120, MATH1510[Formal Languages; apps to Safety-Critcal Systems; computability theory]Software
COMP3260 - Data Security - needs SENG1110[security/authenticity; cyphers; key encryption; signatures]
elective: Telecomm, Computer, Software
COMP3290 - Compiler Design - needs SENG1120 and (ELEC2700 or COMP2270)[produce a compiler; how to implement high-level languages on a computer]
elective: Computer, Software
COMP3320 - Computer Graphics - needs SENG1120; MATH1110[displaying objects; curves/surfaces; illumination/shading; etc.]
elective: Computer, Software
COMP3330 - Machine Intelligence - needs SENG1120, MATH1510, MATH1110[introductory machine intelligence]
elective: Software
COMP4110/20/30/40 - Special Topic A/B/C/D
elective: Software
Civil Engineering/Surveying/EnvironmentalSURV1110/SURV1120 Surveying 1 & 2Civil; EnvE needs "1" only
SURV2650 - Spatial Data Systems and Remote Sensing - recommended SURV1110, PHYS1205[use of Geographical Information Systems; remote sensing; image processing
required: EnvEng; elective pre-req: Civil
ENVS2010 - Environmental Legislation and Planning - needs NILEnvE
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CIVL2130 - Theory of Structures 1 - needs GENG1001Civil
CIVL2050 - Engineering Computations and Probability - needs GENG1002Civil, EnvE
CIVL2240 - Civil Engineering Materials - needs NILCivil
CIVL2280 Geomechanics 1 - needs GENG1001Civil, EnvE
CIVL2310 - Fluid Mechanics - needs ?Civil, EnvE
CIVL2720 - Transportation Engineering & Design - needs SURV1110, SURV1120Civil
CIVL3170 - Steel Design - needs CIVL2130Civil
CIVL3180 - Theory of Structures 2 - needs CIVL2130Civil
CIVL3280 - Geomechanics 2 - needs CIVL2280Civil, EnvE elective
CIVL3160 - Reinforced Concrete Design - needs CIVL3180Civil
CIVL3410 - Hydrobiological Modelling - needs CIVL2310, CIVL4330, CIVL2050EnvE
CIVL3431 - Land Surface Processes - needs CIVL2050, CIVL4330, SURV2650
required: EnvE; elective: Civil
CIVL3470 - Contaminant Hydrogeology - needs GENG1803, CIVL2050, MATH2310
required: EnvE; elective: Civil
CIVL4110 - Theory of Structures 3 - needs CIVL2130, CIVL3180Civil
CIVL4120 Residential Footings & Masonry and Timber Design - needs CIVL3280, 3170, 3160
elective: Civil
CIVL4201 - Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering - needs CIVL2280, CIVL3280Civil
CIVL4330 - Hydrology - needs CIVL2050, CIVL2310Civil, EnvE
CIVL4450 - Water Engineering - needs CIVL2310, CIVL4330, CIVL2050Civil, EnvE
CIVL4510 - Management of Technological Risks - not in 2008
elective: Civil
CIVL4521 - Structural Engineering Project - recommends CIVL3160, CIVL3170 Civil
CIVL4541 - Water Engineering Project - needs CIVL4450Civil
CIVL4571 - Geotechnical Engineering Project - needs CIVL4201Civil
CIVL4591/4601 - Environmental Engineering Project 1/2 (Senior Design)EnvE
CIVL4660 - Independent research project (Senior Design)EnvE, Civil
CIVL4680 - Advanced Geomechanics - needs CIVL2280, CIVL3280, CIVL4830
elective: Civil
CIVL4830 - Stress & Finite Element Analysis - needs CIVL2050, CIVL2130Civil; EnvE elective
Chemistry & Chemical EngineeringCHEM1010/1020 - Introductory Chemistry 1 & 2EnvEng
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CHEM2610 - Environmental ChemistryEnvEng
CHEE2691 - Heat Transfer & Design of Energy Systems - needs GENG1803EnvEng elective
CHEE3690 - Environmental Process Technology - needs NILEnvEng
CHEE3731 - Modeling of Separation Processes - needs 2 yr Math; CIVL2310, CHEE2691, 3741EnvE elective
CHEE3741 - Mass Transfer and Separation Processes - needs 2 yrs MathEnvEng elective
BiologyBIOL1001 - Molecules, Cells, and Organisms - needs high school math/chemistryEnvE elective
BIOL1002 - Organisms to Ecosystems - needs high school math/chemistryEnvE elective
PhilosophyPHIL3910 - Technology & Human Values - needs 60 units completed (40/sem typ)[engineering ethics]EE, Chem E, Civil, Computer Eng, Mechatronix, ME, Telecomm, some EnvEng,
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Course Description
MATH1110 Mathematics 1 Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 1 -
2008
Ourimbah
Trimester 3 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: Covers the parts of calculus and algebra which have proved fundamental to
all of mathematics and its applications. It is the first of a pair of courses,
MATH1110 and MATH1120, designed to cover a range of mathematical
topics of importance to students in the Sciences, Engineering or Commerce.
In algebra, students learn concepts and symbolic manipulation when
calculating with large numbers of variables. In calculus, they learn concepts
used when working with continuously changing variables. Both ways of
thinking are essential in the mathematics met by students in the Sciences,
Engineering and Commerce.
Not to be counted for credit with MATH1210.
Course
Objectives:
1. Provides students with the necessary background to study further
mathematics.
2. Provides necessary mathematical knowledge in the area of calculus.
3. Aims to improve the analytical ability of the students and, in particular,
their skills at problem-solving.
Course
Content:
1. Differentiation
2. Optimization
3. Riemann integral
4. Exponential, logarithmic, and hyperbolic and trigonometric functions
5. Techniques of integration
6. Complex numbers
7. Polar coordinates
8. Vectors, dot and cross products
9. Lines and planes
10. Systems of equations
11. Geometry of curves.
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11. Geometry of curves.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
HSC Mathematics (Bands 5 or 6) or prior to 2001, a score of at least 65/100
in HSC 2Unit Mathematics, or equivalent. Students who obtained less than
this in 2unit mathematics are advised to do MATH1100 first.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Course Timetables for MATH1110
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Course Description
MATH1120 Mathematics 2 Units:10
Course
Availability:Trimester 1 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 2 -
2008
Ourimbah
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: Covers the mathematics necessary to perform calculations in, and create
models for, the real world of Science and Engineering. Specifically, it will
demonstrate how to do mathematics in a three-dimensional world. The
course describes the fundamental ideas of calculus of functions of one and
two variables, differential equations and linear algebra. It continues from
MATH1110 to complete a first year of Mathematics suitable for Science and
Engineering students, and others for whom Mathematics is a tool.
Not to be counted for credit with MATH1220.
Course
Objectives:
1. to provide a practical foundation in calculus and its applications
2. to develop a utilitarian familiarity with matrices and eigenvectors
3. to develop an awareness of common mathematical themes underlying
different areas of mathematics (such as that of linearity).
Course
Content:
1. sequences, series and approximation
2. introduction to functions of more than one variable and partial
differentiation
3. elementary differential equations and applications
4. linear equations and matrices
5. eigenvectors and eigenvalues and applications
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
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Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
MATH1110
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Tutorial: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Course Timetables for MATH1120
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Course Description
MATH1510 Discrete Mathematics Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 1 -
2008
Ourimbah
Trimester 2 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: Introduces first year students to the basic concepts of discrete mathematics,
covering topics such as logic, enumeration methods, probability relations,
recurrence relations, induction, graph theory and the use of networks. It
provides important background for students pursuing a BMath degree. In
addition, it covers much of the mathematics essential for students majoring
in Computer Science or Software Engineering, and is a compulsory course in
those degree programs.
Not to be counted for credit with MATH1610.
Course
Objectives:
1. to give students a basic understanding of the mathematical and logical
techniques that underlie modern computing and information technology
2. to introduce students to the notion of using a mathematical model to
simplify a complex situation
3. to help students develop problem-solving skills, using both algorithmic
and theoretical approaches
Course
Content:
1. Elementary set theory
2. Enumeration techniques
3. Graph theory
4. Elementary probability theory
5. Logic and proofs
6. Relations
7. Introduction to codes
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
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Experience:
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
HSC Mathematics (Bands 5 or 6), or equivalent.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Tutorial: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for 12 Weeks
Course Timetables for MATH1510
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Course Description
MATH2310 Calculus of Science and Engineering Units:10
Course
Availability:Trimester 1 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Trimester 2 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Trimester 3 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Description: Provides the essential mathematical techniques of Physical Science and
Engineering. These are the methods of Multivariable Calculus and
Differential Equations. Multivariable Calculus involves a study of the
differential and integral calculus of functions of two or more variables. In
particular it covers introductory material on the differential calculus of scalar
and vector fields, and the integral calculus of scalar and vector functions.
Differential Equations arise from mathematical models of physical processes.
Also includes the study of the main analytical and numerical methods for
obtaining solutions to first and second order differential equations.
Course
Objectives:
1. To give students a sound grounding in the differentiation and integration
of functions of several variables and in the methods of solution of ordinary
differential equations.
2. To develop skills in solving a range of mathematical problems involving
functions of many variables.
3. To develop basic skills in modelling real world problems involving
multivariable calculus and ordinary differential equations, and in interpreting
their solutions as they relate to the original problem.
Course
Content:
. Real valued functions of several variables.
. The differential operator "del".
. Cylindrical and spherical coordinates.
. General curves and surfaces.
. Normals, tangents and tangent planes.
. Double integrals.
. Iterated integrals.
. Triple integrals.
. Line integrals.
. Surface integrals.
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. Surface integrals.
. Vector valued functions.
. Divergence and Curl.
. Line integrals of vector fields.
. Green's theorem.
. Stokes' theorem.
. Divergence theorem.
. Formulation of differential equations for simple physical processes.
. Finding solutions to first order separable and linear differential equations.
. Interpreting solutions for first order differential equations using
appropriate software.
. Solving linear second order differential equations with constant
coefficients, with applications. Finding numerical solutions using Runge-
Kutta methods via computer software.
. Laplace transform methods for initial value problems.
. Solving second order initial value problems with step function forcing
terms.
. Power series solutions to second order differential equations.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
MATH1120 or MATH1220
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Course Timetables for MATH2310
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Course Description
MATH2340 Algebra and Geometry Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: Supplements MATH1110/1120 to provide assumed knowledge at leaast
equivalent to MATH1210/1220. The sequence MATH1110/1120/2340 is
thus a pathway to all advanced mathematics courses offerd at 2000 and
3000 level. Students who may wish to take advantage of the flexibility of
this alternative pathway include those entering the BSc/BTeach program and
those transfering into a program requiring a mathematics major.
Course includes topics in linear algebra, complex numbers and geometry
which have not been covered in MATH1110.
Not to be counted for credit with MATH1220.
Course
Objectives:
At the completion of this course a student will have
1. an understanding of the main ideas of linear algebra in an introductory
context
2. increased understanding of and ability to work with complex numbers
3. experience in communicating convincing and reasoned argument of a
mathematical nature
Course
Content:
. Linear Algebra: vector spaces, linear independence, bases, eigenvalues and
eigenvectors, linear transformations, diagonalisation, inner products.
. Complex numbers: some history, arithmetic, application to geometry,
functions, iteration.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
MATH1120
Course
Requisites:
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Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Class time will be a mixture of tutorials and lectures as appropriate.
Course Timetables for MATH2340
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Course Description
MATH2420 Engineering Mathematics Units:10
Course
Availability:Trimester 3 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Description: Introduces key areas of mathematics directly relevant to Electrical, Computer
or Telecommunications Engineering. Provides a sound grounding in the
differentiation and integration of functions of complex variables, as well as
essential concepts associated with both discrete and continuous probability
spaces. These topics provide an essential foundation for modern control
engineering and signal processing.
Forms the analytical basis for subsequent engineering courses studied in the
third and fourth years of the program as well as generic mathematical skills
of problem-solving and abstract reasoning.
Course
Objectives:
There are two main objectives of this course.
1. It will provide necessary mathematical knowledge in the areas of complex
variable theory, and probability theory.
2. It aims to enhance the analytical ability of the students, in particular, their
skills at problem-solving and abstract reasoning.
Course
Content:
.Functions of a complex variable.
.Differentiation of functions.
.Cauchy's integral theorem.
.The calculus of residues - Series expansions
.Contour integration.
.Discrete probability distributions.
.Continuous distributions.
.Probability density functions, expectation, variance and covariance
.Sums of random variables.
.Law of large numbers.
.Hypothesis testing.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
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Experience:
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
MATH1120 or MATH1220, and MATH2310.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Course Timetables for MATH2420
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Course Description
MATH2470 Partial Differential Equations in Engineering Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Engineering
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Computer Lab
Description: Differential equations arise in all branches of science and engineering. In
Chemical Engineering students encounter problems involving heat transfer,
diffusion and vibration which involve functions of 2 variables and their
derivatives. The resulting equations are partial differential equations. Usually
the solutions must satisfy physical restrictions - the resulting equations are
called boundary value problems. Students will apply their knowledge of
calculus and ordinary differential equations, as well as learning new
techniques. Theoretical methods such as Fourier series are covered in
lectures and applied methods such as the finite difference method are
studied using specialised computer software.
Course
Objectives:
1. Provide the necessary mathematical knowledge and skills in solving
boundary-value problems related to the diffusion of heat, mass and
momentum.
2. Provide the necessary numerical and computing skills for solving
boundary-value problems arising in Chemical Engineering applications.
Course
Content:
. Conduction of heat in solids and the heat equation.
. Types of boundary conditions.
. Steady-state temperature and Laplace's equation.
. Separation of variables.
. Fourier series.
. 1-dimensional heat transfer problems.
. Higher-dimensional problems in cartesian coordinates.
. Higher-dimensional problems in polar, spherical, and cylindrical
coordinates.
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. Numerical differentiation using finite differences.
. Discretisation of the steady state and transient heat equation.
. Discretisation of various types of boundary conditions.
. Numerical solutions of the steady state and transient heat equation.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
MATH 1120 or MATH 1220.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Computer Lab: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Course Timetables for MATH2470
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Course Description
PHYS1205 Integrated Physics Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 1 -
2008
Ourimbah
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: For Engineers knowledge of Physics is essential to understand and transform
the world around us. This course is designed for students in selected
Engineering programs with no or little physics background. It focuses on
illustrating and developing an understanding of the interplay between
mathematics and physics in engineering. The course examines some of the
core topics in physics essential for further studies in engineering such as
Mechanics, Vibrations & Waves, Electricity & Magnetism, Fluids and Optics. It
also includes a special unit on mathematical/computational modelling in
physics.
Course
Objectives:
On successful completion of this course students are able to:
1. Apply the acquired knowledge of the basic principles of physics and
mathematics to practical situations
3. Demonstrate their analytic and problem solving skills
4. Demonstrate their laboratory and computing skills
5. Demonstrate written and/or communication skills
Course
Content:
Topics will include:
Mathematical Methods in Physics-Vectors
Mechanics & Kinematics
Wave Mechanics
Fluids
Optics
Electricity & Magnetism
Replacing
Courses:
No
Transitional
Arrangements:
Not to count for credit PHYS1150, PHYS1200 or PHYS1210.
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
2 unit mathematics from the NSW HSC, or equivalent.
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Knowledge:
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 6 Weeks
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 6 Weeks
Course Timetables for PHYS1205
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Course Description
PHYS1210 Advanced Physics I Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 1 -
2008
Ourimbah
Trimester 3 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: Physics underpins most aspects of modern engineering, technology, and
medicine, and developments in physics often drive social change. Knowledge
of physics is therefore vital to understanding the world around us. Physics is
needed to make new materials, monitor our environment, put satellites into
orbit, harness energy, determine the strength of structures, take scans of
the human body, develop faster computers, etc. The course is calculus
based and covers topics from mechanics and kinematics, wave mechanics,
nuclear physics, particle physics, cosmology, special relativity and thermal
physics.
Not to count for credit PHYS1150 or PHYS1200 or PHYS1205.
Course
Objectives:
1. to enable students to acquire knowledge of the basic principles of physics
2. to teach students how to apply their knowledge of physics to practical
everyday situations
3. to assist students to develop their analytic and problem solving skills
4. to enhance student's laboratory and computing skills
5. to develop student's written and communication skills
Course
Content:
A calculus based physics course aimed at students who have completed HSC
Physics and Mathematics.
Mechanics and Kinematics - Motion in one and two dimensions, Circular
Motion, Newton's Laws of Motion, Work and Energy, Momentum and
Collisions, rotational mechanics.
Wave Mechanics - Oscillators, Simple Harmonic Motion, Damping and
Resonance, Introduction to Acoustics
Nuclear Physics - Nuclear Structure and Properties, Binding Energy and
Nuclear Forces, Radioactive Decay, Nuclear Reactions, Nuclear Fission and
Fusion, Radiation Damage and Dosimetry
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Fusion, Radiation Damage and Dosimetry
Particle Physics and Cosmology - Fundamental Forces, Antiparticles,
Feynman Diagrams, Classifying Particles, Conservation Laws, Strange
Particles and Strangeness, Models for Quarks, Big-bang, Expansion of
Universe, Hubble Constant, Dark Matter, Microwave Background, Latest
Models.
Special Relativity - Michelson-Morley experiment, Galilean and Lorentz
Transformation, Postulates, Time Dilation, Length Contraction, Energy and
Mass.
Thermal - Heat, Internal Energy, Specific Heat, Heat Transfer, Second Low,
Entropy, Heat Processes.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
2 Unit Mathematics with a result in Bands 5 or 6 and Physics
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Class
Quiz - On-line
Contact
Hours:
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Lecture: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 8 Weeks
An additional one hour introductory lab session
Course Timetables for PHYS1210
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Course Description
PHYS1220 Advanced Physics II Units:10
Course
Availability:Trimester 1 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Computer Lab
Description: Physics underpins most aspects of modern engineering, technology, and
medicine. For example, about 25% of the world's economy is tied to the
quantum mechanics of silicon, and many of the most important practical
advances in chemistry and biology can be traced to the precise
understanding of the behavior of atoms and molecules provided by quantum
mechanics. Knowledge of physics is therefore vital to understanding the
world around us. This calculus-based course continues on from PHYS1210
and covers the topics of mathematical tools, electricity and
electromagnetism, optics, atoms and molecules, and quantum mechanics
Not to count for credit with PHYS1120.
Course
Objectives:
1. to enable students to acquire knowledge of the basic principles of physics
2. to teach students how to apply their knowledge of physics to practical
everyday situations
3. to assist students to develop their analytic and problem solving skills
4. to enhance student's laboratory and computing skills
5. to develop student's written and communication skills
Course
Content:
A calculus based course aimed at students who have completed HSC Physics
and Mathematics, and may wish to continue their study of physics beyond
first year.
Integrated Physics - introduction to the key Mathematical Techniques used in
the Course:
Electricity and Electromagnetism- Electrostatics, Coulomb's Law, Gauss's
Law, Dipoles, Capacitance, Dielectrics, Energy Storage, DC and AC Circuits,
Kirchoff's Laws, Force on Wire and Moving Charge, Torque on Loop,
Ampere's Law, Biot-Savart Law, Magnetic Materials, Faraday's Law, Lenz's
Law, Maxwell's Equations & EM Waves.
Optics - Ray Model, Lenses and the Lens Equation, Combinations of Lenses,
Huygen's Principle and Diffraction and Refraction, Young's Double Slit
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Huygen's Principle and Diffraction and Refraction, Young's Double Slit
Experiment, Coherence, Thin Film Interference, Michelson Interferometer,
Single Slit Diffraction, Phasors, Double Slit Diffraction, Diffraction Gratings,
X-Ray Diffraction, Polarisation.
Quantum Mechanics - Photoelectric Effect, Compton Effect and Pair
Production, Wave Particle Duality, Complementarity, Matter Waves, Bohr
Model, De Broglie's Hypothesis, Wavefunctions, Heisenberg Uncertainty
Principle, Time-independent Schrodinger Equation, Infinite Potential Well
Problem, Barrier Tunneling, Scanning Tunneling Microscope, Alpha Particle
Decay.
Atoms, Molecules and Solids - Quantum Mechanical View of Atoms,
Hydrogen Atom, Exclusion Principle, Periodic Table, X-Ray Spectra and
Atomic Number, Dipole Moments and Angular Momentum, Fluorescence and
Phosphorescence, Lasers, Bonding in Molecules and Solids, Potential Energy
Diagrams, Molecular Spectra, Free Electron Theory of Metals, Band Theory,
Semiconductors and Doping, Diodes and Transistors.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
Mathematics Extension 1 with a result in Bands 3 or 4. It is also
recommended that students have undertaken Physics and achieved a result
in Band 5 or 6.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Class
Quiz - On-line
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Computer Lab: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 2 Weeks
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 6 Weeks
An additional one hour introductory lab for new students
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Course Description
PHYS2160 Modern Optics Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Integrated Learning
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: Optics os one of the cornerstones of physics and is at the heart of all
modern imaging and communications technologies. This course provides
students with an understanding of optical phenomena based on the wave
description of light. The principles of polarization, interference and
diffraction will be fully developed and optical devices that use these
properties of light will be described. The application of Fourier analysis to
describe optical systems will be given.
Course
Objectives:
At completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Use an oscillator model for materials to explain the propagation,
reflection and refraction of light.
2. Use the principles of wave motion and superposition to explain the
physics of polarisation, interference and diffraction.
3. Describe the operation of optical devices, including, polarisers, retarders,
modulators and inteferometers.
4. Apply Fourier analysis to describe optical phenomena.
5. Solve problems in optics by selecting the appropriate equations and
performing numerical or analytical calculations.
6. Follow instructions to perform laboratory experiments in optics and
document their results, using correct procedures and protocols.
7. Analyse, interpret and communicate results from laboratory experiments,
orally or in a written laboratory report.
Course
Content:
The interaction of light with materials.
- propagation
- reflection
- refraction
The Superposition of Waves
- waves of the same frequency
- waves of different frequency
- anharmonic waves
Polarisation
- mathematical descriptions of polarised light
- generating polarised light
- optical devices using polarisation
Interference
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Interference
- wavefront splitting interferometers
- amplitude splitting interferometers
- multiple beam intereference
Diffraction
- Fraunhofer diffraction
- Fresnel diffraction
Fourier Optics
Replacing
Courses:
PHYS2230 Optical Design and Optoelectronic materials will be deleted. Some
of the content is incorporated into this course.
Transitional
Arrangements:
Students who fail Phys2230 will be free to choose an alternative physics
course.
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS1220
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Contact
Hours:
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
An integrated learning approach will be taken in the lectures and
laboratories.
Laboratories will commence in Week 2.
Course Timetables for PHYS2160
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Course Description
PHYS2170 Quantum Mechanics and Semiconductor Physics Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Trimester 2 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: Quantum mechanics has reshaped our view and understanding of the world
in which we live. The fundamental postulates of quantum mechanics will be
developed with an emphasis on how these ideas ultimately lead to an
explanation of the physics of electronic devices and the design of discrete
component electronic circuits.
Course
Objectives:
After successfully completing this course, a student will have:
1. A knowledge and understanding of QM and the Physics of Semiconductor
devices.
2. Problem solving skills applied to QM and Semiconductor Devices.
3. Laboratory-based competency in QM and Semiconductor Devices.
4. An appreciation of the influence of QM on modern scientific development.
5. An interest in the role of QM and Semiconductor Physics in the everyday
world.
Course
Content:
Part 1: Quantum Mechanics
" Waves and Particles
" Schrödinger equation
" Bound States
" Expectation values & Operators
" Unbound States
" Three dimensional systems
" Hydrogen Atom
" Spin and Introduction to Atomic Physics
Part 2: Physics of semiconductors
" Crystal Structure
" Band theory of Solids
" Semiconductor Theory
" Single Junction Semiconductors & Photonics
" Multiple Junction Semiconductors
" Applications
Replacing
Courses:
ELEC2200 Introduction to Electronics (10 units)
PHYS2220 Quantum Mechanics & Electromagnetism (10 units)
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Transitional
Arrangements:
Student who fail or would have chosen ELEC2200 will be able to do
PHYS2170.
Students who fail PHYS2220 will be considered on a case-by-case basis with
those failing the QM component being advised to take this course
PHYS2170, and those failing the E&M component will be advised to take the
new course PHYS2210 Electromagnetism. In the case where a student fails
both components the student will still be able to choose a new course which
satisfies the degree requirements.
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS1210, PHYS1220 and MATH1120 (or MATH1220)
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal Formal examination in exam period
Laboratory Exercises
Other: (please
specify)
Class quiz
Mid-semester exam
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 8 Weeks
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Course Description
PHYS2240 Atomic and Nuclear Physics Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Field Study
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: An understanding of the nature of atoms is developed by examining the
basic quantum mechanical model for the electronic structure of atoms.
Central to this model is the interaction of atoms with light and electric and
magnetic fields. Applications that are important for our standards of time
and length will be discussed. We then delve further into the atom and
examine the structure of the nucleus. The basic concepts and theories of
nuclear physics are developed as well as an understanding of the
applications of nuclear science.
Course
Objectives:
At the end of this course a student will:
" acquire knowledge and understanding about the electronic and nuclear
structure of atoms .
" be able to solve problems related to the structure of atoms and the effect
of ionizing radiation on the body and the environment.
" have an appreciation of the influence of atomic and nuclear physics on
modern scientific development.
" have the foundations for examining in more detail various aspects of
experimental and theoretical physics which relate to both atomic and nuclear
physics.
" be able to explain the key areas in which Atomic and Nuclear Physics
affects everyday living.
Course
Content:
Topics in atomic and nuclear physics including:
" Fundamentals of atomic structure: The hydrogen atom
" Describing multi-electron atoms: Spin-Orbit Coupling
" Atomic Radiation
" Atoms in Electric and Magnetic Fields
" Applications of Atomic Physics
" Nuclear properties
" Nuclear models
" Nuclear reactions
" Radiation detectors
" Biological Effects of radiation
" Applications selected from the following: medicine, nuclear power
production, industrial applications & environmental issues
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Replacing
Courses:
PHYS2200 Nuclear Physics and Applications
Transitional
Arrangements:
This course shares material with the previous PHYS2200 Nuclear Physics and
Applications. Students who require PHYS2200 will be able to do this course.
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS1200, PHYS1210 or PHYS1220 and MATH2310
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Laboratory: for 15 Hour(s) per Term for the Full Term
Course Timetables for PHYS2240
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Course Description
PHYS2250 Classical Mechanics and Special Relativity Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: Classical Mechanics is the study of mass in motion. At large speeds, the
theory of relativity applies. This course provides an intermediate treatment
of kinematics, oscillatory motion, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian methods.
High speed limits are discussed in the context of Special Relativity.
Course
Objectives:
At the end of this course a student will have:
1. A knowledge and understanding of the classical laws of motion.
2. Competency in using the essential mathematical skills needed for
describing mechanics and special relativity
3. Problem solving skills.
4. Laboratory-based competency.
5. Appreciation of the influence of classical mechanics and relativity on
modern scientific development.
6. An interest in the role of mechanics and relativity in the everyday world
Course
Content:
" Review of basics of motion: velocity, acceleration, Newton laws
" Motion in a uniform force field
" Oscillatory motion
" Motion in a central force field, gravitation and Kepler's laws
" Rotating coordinates and non-inertial reference frames
" Many particle motion and modes
" Rigid body motion, inertia
" Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation
" Special relativity, Minkowski space
Replacing
Courses:
PHYS3290 Special Relativity.
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS1210, PHYS1220 and MATH1120 (or MATH1220)
Course
Requisites:
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Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Tutorial
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 8 Weeks
Course Timetables for PHYS2250
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Course Description
PHYS2260 Electromagnetism Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: The laws of electromagnetism govern the behaviour and interaction of
electric and magnetic fields which are fundamental to existing and new
technologies such as lasers, TV and radar. The purpose of this course is to
provide an understanding of these physical laws. You will be introduced to
the basic concepts and ideas of electromagnetism and will use a range of
mathematical tools to quantitatively investigate electromagnetic phenomena.
Course
Objectives:
At the end of this course a student should have:
1. A knowledge and understanding of Electromagnetism Laws.
2. Competency in using the essential mathematical skills needed for
describing Electromagnetic phenomena
3. Problem solving skills applied to electromagnetism.
4. Laboratory-based competency in electromagnetism
5. Appreciation of the influence of electromagnetism on modern scientific
development.
6. An interest in the role of electromagnetism in the everyday world.
Course
Content: " Review of multivariable calculus tools
" Fundamental electrostatics
" Laplace and Poisson boundary value problems
" Electric current
" Insulators
" Fundamental Magnetostatics
" Magnetic materials
" Electromagnetic induction
" Alternating current circuits
" Maxwell's equations and EM waves in free space
Replacing
Courses:
PHYS2220 Quantum Mechanics and Electromagnetism (one half)
Transitional
Arrangements:
Students who fail PHYS2220 will be advised to enrol in either of the new
courses PHYS2210 Electromagnetism or PHYS2170 Quantum Mechanics and
Semiconductor Physics. A decision on which course students will need to
complete will be made by the Head of the School of Mathematical and
Physical Sciences (or delegate) and will be based on relative performance in
the two topics of PHYS2220 (Quantum Mechanics and Electromagnetism).
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the two topics of PHYS2220 (Quantum Mechanics and Electromagnetism).
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS1210, PHYS1220, MATH1120 (Or MATH1220) and concurrent enrolment
in MATH2310
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Tutorial
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 8 Weeks
Course Timetables for PHYS2260
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Course Description
PHYS3320 Optical Communications Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Integrated Learning
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: Much of modern telecommunications rests on the ability to send multiple
communication channels along a single optical fibre. The rapidly expanding
use of the internet has led to an explosion in demand for such high speed
data communications. This advanced course covers the theory and
application of pulse propagation in optical fibres, fibre fabrication, planar
waveguides, and optical circuitry.
Course
Objectives:
1. to enable students to acquire an advanced understanding of the principles
of optical fibre and optical circuitry manufacture and use
2. to show students the role of optical technologies in telecommunications
systems
3. to assist students to develop their analytic and problem solving skills
4. to enhance student's laboratory and computing skills
5. to develop student's written and communication skills
Course
Content:
. review of ray and wave propagation
. optical fibres - single and multimode fibres, matched and finite cladding
fibres
. optical properties - numerical aperture, spot size, gaussian beams,
absorption and scattering
. pulse propagation - dispersion and compensation
. optical sources - mode excitation, mode overfill and underfill, mismatch,
tilt, cleaving
. fibre fabrication and characterisation - preforms, drawing, spectral
attenuation, refractive index profile measurement
. losses in optical fibres - bend loss, non-uniformities, bend edge, low-loss
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. losses in optical fibres - bend loss, non-uniformities, bend edge, low-loss
criterion
. planar waveguides and circuitry (couplers, splitters, arrayed waveguide
gratings, optical amplifiers, dispersion compensators, Mach-Zehnder
interferometers)
. optical networks
Replacing
Courses:
None
Transitional
Arrangements:
None
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS2160, PHYS2230, ELEC3500 and (ELEC3520 or ELEC3530).
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Contact
Hours:
Integrated Learning: for 66 Hour(s) per Term for the Full Term
Lectures, tutorials and laboratories will be integrated throughout the
semester
Course Timetables for PHYS3320
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Course Description
PHYS3330 Industrial Project and Seminar Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Problem Based Learning
Experience Based Learning
Practical
Seminar
Description: Students will complete a project relevant to the photonics industry. Students
will give a seminar on their work at the conclusion of the project and provide
a written report.
Course
Objectives:
1. to give students an opportunity to apply the knowledge gained in
previous courses to a practical problem in photonics
2. to develop student's skills in working in teams
3. to develop student's written and communication skills
Course
Content:
Students will work on a project developed in collaboration with supervisors.
A seminar will be presented at the end of the project.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
A minimum of 20 units of PHYS2000 courses
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Oral
Reports
Contact
Hours:
Individual Supervision: for 60 Hour(s) per Term for 13 Weeks
Course Timetables for PHYS3330
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Course Description
PHYS3350 Quantum, Atomic & Molecular Physics Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: The concepts of Quantum Mechanics lie at the heart of what we understand
science to be. The first part of this course will explain and describe the
fundamental mathematical and scientific framework that underpins Quantum
Mechanics. The study of atomic physics has led to many present day
technological wonders such as lasers and medical imaging. The second part
of this course will describe the structure of atoms, and the interactions
between atoms, as well as the effects of electric and magnetic fields on
atomic and molecular structure, leading to a discussion of modern laser
based spectroscopy.
Course
Objectives:
Acquisition of knowledge
* To acquire knowledge of the fundamental physics underpinning quantum
mechanics, and atomic and molecular physics
* To understand the concepts and potential applications of quantum
mechanics, quantum mechanical devices, and atomic and molecular physics.
Analytical, Laboratory and Computing Skills
* To develop analytical, laboratory and computing skills through problem
solving, and laboratory and computer based exercises, which involve the
application of physics to various model quantum mechanical systems
* To successfully apply the theoretical techniques presented in the course to
practical problems
Writing and Communication Skills
* To develop good writing and communication skills through working with
peers and writing up the results of the assigned laboratory and computer
exercises as reports
* To learn how to prepare publications by casting the reports in the form of
a scientific paper.
* To develop first class presentation skills through presenting seminars.
* To develop research skills via the production of a poster presentation.
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Course
Content:
* Revision of classical mechanics.
* Historical perspective of quantum mechanics.
* The basic concepts of quantum mechanics.
* Principle of superposition and compatible observables in quantum
mechanics.
* Conservation theorems in quantum mechanics.
* The harmonic oscillator.
* Other 1-D potential functions.
* Angular momentum.
* Three dimensional systems.
* The hydrogen atom.
* Multiparticle systems.
* Evidence for the existence of atoms.
* Basic atomic structure: the Bohr Model and beyond.
* Atoms in an Electric and Magnetic Field.
* Many electron Atoms.
* Light and radiative transitions.
* Basic molecular Structure.
* Modern methods of Atomic Spectroscopy
Replacing
Courses:
This course has replaced the five unit courses PHYS3110 Quantum Physics
and PHYS3140 Atomic and Molecular Physics that were no longer offered
after 2002.
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS2220, MATH2310, or their equivalents.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Fortnight for 13 Weeks
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 10 Weeks
Course Timetables for PHYS3350
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Course Description
PHYS3500 Adv. Electromagnetism for Scientists and Engineers Units:10
Course
Availability:Trimester 2 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Science and Information Technology
School: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Laboratory
Tutorial
Description: The laws governing the behaviour and interaction of electric and magnetic
fields are fundamental to the implementation of many technologies in
electrical, computer and telecommunications engineering, and are essential
for an understanding of information transmission via wired links, radio
channels, and optical fibre networks. This advanced course in
electromagnetism covers the topics of electrostatics, magnetostatics, fields
and waves, and transmission lines and antennas, at a level to meet the
needs of science and engineering students.
Not to count for credit with PHYS2220, PHYS2150, PHYS3270, PHYS3510 or
ELEC4540.
Course
Objectives:
1. to impart knowledge of the basic theory of electromagnetism
2. to teach students how to apply their knowledge of electromagnetism to
practical situations
3. to assist students develop their analytic and problem solving skills
4. to enhance student's laboratory and computing skills
5. to develop student's written and communication skills
Course
Content:
* Review of multivariable calculus
* Electrostatics (Gauss' Law), electric fields and insulators, electric potential,
Capacitance, electric current, Ohm's Law, electric field boundary conditions,
Laplace & Poison equations.
* Magnetostatics, Biot-Savart and Ampere Laws, electric motors and
generators, inductance, magnetic hysteresis, magnetostatic boundary
conditions.
* Time Dependent Fields: Faraday's Law, displacement current, Maxwell
equations, plane wave formalism.
* Electromagnetic Waves: propagation constant, skin depth, Poynting vector
and power flow.
* Electromagnetic Wave Propagation in Unbounded Media, Poynting theorem,
polarisation, reflection of EM waves.
* Transmission Lines: parameters, equivalent circuit analysis, impedance and
matching, SWR.
* Antennae: Dipole, arrays, characteristics, basic types and designs.
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* Antennae: Dipole, arrays, characteristics, basic types and designs.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
External Mode
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
PHYS1210, PHYS1220 and MATH2310(or MATH2010), or equivalent.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Examination: Formal
Laboratory Exercises
Quiz - Class
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Tutorial: for 1 Hour(s) per Week for 13 Weeks
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for 8 Weeks
An additional one hour introductory lab session
Course Timetables for PHYS3500
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Course Description
MECH2110 Mechanical Engineering Design 1 Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
School: School of Engineering
Teaching
Methods:
Problem Based Learning
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: General procedures for solving design problems. Searching for design
solutions using a range of techniques. Engineering drawing techniques.
Assembly of machine components - limits, fits and geometric tolerancing.
Introduction to the Australian Standards in relation to design.
Course
Objectives:
Introduce problem based learning. Introduce design tools and skills. Work
efficiently as a team member.
Course
Content:
1. An introduction to a general procedure for solving engineering design
problems;
2. Improve student proficiency at creating and interpreting engineering
drawings;
3. Increase student awareness and understanding of some of the important
aspects of an assembly of mechanical
components - fits and limits, tolerancing, surface finish and the like;
4. Participate in a group project, i.e. The Warman Design-and-Build national
competition;
5. Utilise Pro/Engineer to develop assembly and detailed engineering
drawings.
Replacing
Courses:
Not Applicable
Transitional
Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
GENG1000 Computer Aided Engineering.
Students are advised that in order to use the Universities mechanical
workshop for the Warman Design-and-Build competition, for safety reasons,
they are required to complete the "workshop practice" component in
GENG1000.
Course
Requisites:
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Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Regular Assignments
* Note, any modification to the above assessment
arrangement will appear on the course outline
normally issued in week 1.
Contact
Hours:
Laboratory: for 3 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Lecture: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for 8 Weeks
5 hours/week
Course Timetables for MECH2110
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Course Description
MECH2250 Materials Science and Engineering 1 Units:10
Course
Availability:Semester 1 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
School: School of Engineering
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: Provides an integrated foundation for understanding the engineering
properties of materials and how these properties result from basic chemical
bonding and structure.
Course
Objectives:
To provide a foundation for selecting materials for engineering devices
To provide an understanding of the possibilities and limitations of materials
in engineering situations
To provide a foundation for training in the specialization of Materials
Science/Engineering
To provide an understanding of the science from which engineering
materials are based.
Course
Content:
The course is concerned with the engineering properties of materials and the
supporting science. The following topics are covered: Atomic structure and
bonding; states of matter, gases (ideal/real, mixtures, hydrocarbon
combustion, green house gases, ozone destruction); liquids (aqueous
solutions, solubility, acids/bases), solids (crystal structures, phase diagrams,
diffusion, mechanical, electrical and corrosion properties). Engineering
materials (metals/alloys, ceramics, polymers, composites). Electroplating and
batteries. Coal, petroleum, petrol, soaps and lubricants.
Replacing
Courses:
Nil
Transitional
Arrangements:
Nil
Industrial
Experience:
0
Modes of
Delivery:
Internal Mode
Assumed
Knowledge:
HSC level knowledge of Physics or Chemistry is assumed.
Course
Requisites:
Assessment
Items:Essays / Written
Assignments
Two written assignments.
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Examination: Formal
* Note, any modification to the above assessment
arrangement will appear on the course outline
normally issued in week 1.
Contact
Hours:
Lecture: for 4 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 Hour(s) per Week for the Full Term
Two tutorials (one hour each) per week for the full term.
Course Timetables for MECH2250
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Course Description
MECH2350 Dynamics 2 Units:10
Course
Availability:Trimester 3 -
2008 Singapore
UoN Singapore
Semester 2 -
2008
Callaghan Campus
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
School: School of Engineering
Teaching
Methods:
Lecture
Tutorial
Description: Reinforces the concepts and methods of analysis learned in Engineering
Mechan