Introductory Physics

Course aim

To introduce students to a study of the physical world and to develop their knowledge and understanding of some of the basic laws and principles of physics and their practical applications, in preparation for the commencement of a course of study at tertiary level.

Course content

Scalars and vectors; force and motion; energy and momentum; rotational motion and gravity; solids and fluids; vibrations and waves; electricity and magnetism; geometric optics.

Textbook(s)

Serway R A and Vuille C 2012, College Physics, 9, Thompson Brooks/Cole

Prerequisite(s)

SACE Stage 1 Sciences.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical	2 hours x 6 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Lecture (online video lectures)	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial (online video tutorials)	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical (intensive 2 days during term break at Whyalla Campus)	16 hours x 2 days
INTERNAL, MT GAMBIER
Lecture (online video lectures)	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial (online video tutorials)	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical (intensive 2 days during term break at Mt Gambier Campus)	16 hours x 2 days

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Practical, Quizzes

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.