Applied Physics
Year
Type
Major, Minor, Sub-Major, Extended Major
Description
Physics is the fundamental discipline underpinning science and technology. This stream provides studies in materials science, lasers and optics, optical communications, instrumentation, computational science, and medical physics. Lectures and tutorials are supported by hands-on use of instrumentation including computer control, data collection and analysis.
Prerequisite(s)
Nil
Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Physics and Mathematical Studies
Courses
| Course | Area and cat no. | Units | Level | References | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINOR | |||||
| Applied Physics 1 | PHYS 1007 | 4.5 | 1 | ||
| Applied Physics 2 | PHYS 1008 | 4.5 | 1 | ||
| Plus two of the following level 2 courses: | |||||
| Applied Physics 3 | PHYS 2001 | 4.5 | 2 | ||
| Physics of Materials and Technology | PHYS 2002 | 4.5 | 2 | ||
| Applied Physics 4 | PHYS 2004 | 4.5 | 2 | ||
| Computational Science 1 | PHYS 2003 | 4.5 | 2 | ||
| SUB-MAJOR | |||||
| Includes all of the six preceding courses | |||||
| MAJOR | |||||
| The courses of the sub-major plus | |||||
| Modern Physics | PHYS 3004 | 4.5 | 3 | ||
| Optical Communications G | EEET 4046 | 4.5 | 3 | ||
| EXTENDED MAJOR | |||||
| The major may be lengthened to an extended major by including the following two courses: | Note(s): 2 | ||||
| Lasers and Optics | PHYS 3001 | 4.5 | 3 | ||
| Applied Science Project | PHYS 3002 | 4.5 | 3 | ||
| plus | |||||
| Computational Science 2 | PHYS 2005 | 4.5 | 3 | ||
| Solar Technologies | EEET 3035 | 4.5 | 3 | ||
Rules
Nil
Notes
- The Extended major is recommended to students wishing to proceed to honours.
- With the approval of the Program Director, students may choose up to two courses that would enhance one of their minors.
