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An essential course for students advancing in physical sciences and engineering who need a good understanding of electromagnetism and concepts of modern physics. The first section covers the E&M necessary to understand basic circuit theory, magnetic field concepts and finally applications such as power technology and electronics. The second section introduces aspects of modern physics such as quantum effects in atoms and materials, radioactivity and nuclear processes. Finally the course finishes with a section titled "How things work - the physics behind modern technology". A series of guest lecturers will elaborate on the physics behind applications such as radar, medical imaging, data storage, lasers, etc.
PHYS101. RP: These prerequisites may be replaced by other background as approved by Head of Department
PHYS114, PHYS115
PHYS114
These prerequisites may be replaced by other background as approved by Head of Department
Lectures: Monday 5 December (9.00am, room A3) to Friday 16 December 2011Monday 9 January to Friday 3 February 2012Labs: Students have a choice of either the morning or afternoon stream. Attendance on each day is a requirement of the course.Test: Monday 16 January 2012, 10:00am in E7.Final Exam: Friday 10 February 9:30am - 12:30pm in E7.
Jack Baggaley
William Joyce
Serway, Raymond A. , Jewett, John W; Physics for scientists and engineers with modern physics ; 7th ed; Thomson/Brooks/Cole, 2008.
Domestic fee $747.00
International fee $3,975.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Physical & Chemical Sciences .