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PUP250 Occupational Hygiene and Toxicology

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School/discipline
School of Public Health and Social Work
Study level
Postgraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Occupational hygiene involves the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of hazards in the working environment. Workplaces contain numerous hazards which are potentially harmful to the health of workers, other occupants and the public. The role of the OHS professional is to develop and /or assist in the development of strategies to identify these potential hazards, evaluate the risk they pose to persons and recommend measures to control the risks involved. Throughout the unit, you are introduced to the identification, monitoring, evaluation and control of a variety of hazards within the workplace.

PUP415 Occupational Health

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Public Health and Social Work
Study level
Postgraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Although the association between health and occupation has been recognised for centuries, the extent of the impact of work on health and health on work has not been addressed adequately. As approximately one third of a person's life is spent at work, it is not surprising to note that occupation-linked diseases, injuries, and deaths are receiving greater attention. It is no longer accepted that death, life-shortening, and disablement are an acceptable risk to be faced by working people. This unit focuses on the current and emerging agents in the workplace capable of adversely affecting the health of workers, as well as human response to toxic and imperilling environments. Occupational Health covers identification, prevention and management of risks to health in the workplace, the disease process, occupational rehabilitation and health & wellbeing surveillance, psychosocial health, and management in the workplace.

PVB105 Foundations of Physics

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School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

The fundamental concepts of physics seek to describe, predict and explain phenomena at all scales from the observable universe down to subatomic particles. They underpin all the sciences. This unit introduces you to those underlying physical processes that relate to the behaviour of the world: motion, forces, energy, gravity, electricity, and special relativity, and see how they help us to also understand thermal interactions, fluid dynamics, global warming, electric and magnetic fields, electrical currents, optical instruments, space travel, the motions of the planets and to theorise about the nature, history and future of the universe itself. You will learn how to think about scientific concepts, and solve problems like a physicist. These concepts are grounded in experimental verification, and you will develop technical and reporting skills in laboratory experiments which investigate the relationships between measurable physical phenomena both individually and in teams.

PVB200 Computational and Mathematical Physics

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School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability

Unit synopsis

This is a foundational physics unit designing to provide strong mathematical knowledge and skills required by a physicist and demonstrate the application of computational methods to solve problems in physics. It builds on prior maths study in Maths C or equivalent and teaches tactics in MATLAB programming, numerical methods and the implementation. The strong computational skills are important attributes of any physicist, whether working in research or industry, experimental or theoretical. This is an introductory unit and the knowledge and skills developed in this unit are relevant to physics, chemistry or some engineering majors. PVB302 Classical and Quantum Physics needs the mathematical knowledge and computational skills from this unit to understand the complex quantum world.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB203 Experimental Physics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

This unit aims to develop your skills in experimental methods, from the design and execution of your experiment to data treatment, fitting, and statistical analysis of errors. It provides you with an opportunity to build, practice and provide evidence of your analysis and problem-solving skills in physics, as well as to build your scientific report writing skills and presentation of results. It also provides you with foundation and practical knowledge of circuit theory and electronics that underlie instrumentation. This unit is in the developmental stage of your course and builds on the work of previous experimental units. This unit also links to further self-managed experimental and project work in your final year.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB204 Electromagnetism

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Electromagnetism is one of the fundamental forces in the universe and is present in almost all aspects of modern technology. In this unit you will develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of electromagnetism from electric charge to more advanced topics such as electrostatics, Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves and applications such as waveguides. It will extend your mathematical knowledge and techniques from earlier units to explore and analyse these advanced physics concepts.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB205 Classical Mechanics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

The first part of this unit focuses on vector calculus, complex functions and Fourier series, which is designed to provide strong mathematical knowledge and skills required by a physicist, to be used in this and advanced physics courses such as fluid dynamics, electromagnetism and quantum physics. The second part of this unit applies the mathematical tools acquired in the first part to 3D Newton mechanics, and reformulate classical Newtonian mechanics into mathematically sophisticated frameworks, i.e., Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics under arbitrary coordinate systems. These tools will be used to analyze real world effects, starting from First Nations Australian's experience in mechanics, through to descriptions of planetary motion and more. The Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation derived from the principle of least action using the calculus of variations generalises elegantly to modern quantum mechanics.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB206 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Thermodynamics is an important aspect of science, which provides an explanation to many everyday life phenomena, from the boiling of the water to the transformation of heat into work and vice-versa, up to the reasons behind the global warming and the melting of polar ice. The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the physical principles of Thermodynamics, describing the behaviour of fluids at different temperatures and pressures on a mathematical basis, by studying the dynamics and statistical distribution of atoms and molecules at microscopic level. The analysis of engines, refrigerators, heat pumps and air conditioners, will lead to the principles of sustainability, including analysis of entropy and energy balance on our planet.

PVB207 Quantum Physics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

This course provides an introduction to the principles of quantum physics, exploring the fundamental principles that govern the behavior of matter and energy at the microscopic level. Topics covered include wave-particle duality, black body radiation, quantization of energy, uncertainty principle, and Schrödinger equation. By using a theory - practice approach you will explore these new concepts and learn how to apply these principles to understand the behavior of electrons and the properties of quantum systems. The course will also cover the historical development of quantum physics, including the contributions of prominent scientists such as Max Planck and Albert Einstein, and its applications in modern technology and research.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB210 Stellar Astrophysics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Astrophysics is the application of physics and chemistry to investigate the origin and evolution of galaxies, stars, planets, nebulae and other astronomical objects in the universe. Topics presented in this unit include Indigenous astronomy, orbital mechanics, telescopes, our solar system, the planets, star formation, stellar evolution, stellar remnants, and exoplanets.

PVB220 Cosmology

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Cosmology is the study of the origin and evolution of the universe, from the Big Bang to the present. Topics presented include special and general relativity, the physics and geometry of space-time, inflationary cosmology, cosmic microwave background, dark energy and dark matter, supermassive black holes, gravitational waves, and the status of Australian cosmology surveys.

PVB301 Materials and Thermal Physics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the physical principles that describe the behaviour of solids and fluids at both the macroscopic level and at the atomic level. This is an advanced unit that builds upon conceptual physical and mathematical principles of earlier units. Through lectures, practical classes and simulations the unit will provide you with strong foundation in thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. You will gain knowledge in the fast growing area of solid state physics and learn some of the techniques used to study new materials. The development of new materials is pivotal for the technology advancements of our society, with outcomes in every aspect of human life, spanning from reducing our environmental impact, to improving communication and computing, to achieving a better healthcare.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB302 Classical and Quantum Physics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Build on your prior learning in analytical mathematical approaches to solve problems in classical mechanics. Extend your understanding of classical mechanics through comparison of the Newtonian, Lagrangian and Hamilton’s methods and their connection to quantum theory. Historical development of quantum theory will be traced, introducing key concepts such as wave-particle duality, its connection to the theory’s probabilistic nature and the uncertainty principle. This understanding of quantum concepts will be applied in terms of modern wave mechanics via solutions to the Schrodinger equation to explain a range of observed electronic behaviours such as quantum tunneling which is the operating mechanism of many semiconductor devices prevalent in technology today. The quantum approaches developed will also be applied to determine the appropriate description and arrangement of electrons bound to atoms and to explain the features of their emission and absorption spectra.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB303 Nuclear and Particle Physics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

This unit explores the microscopic universe from the nucleus down to the fundamental particles and forces from which matter is built. It will examine the development and the modern state of models of the nucleus, drawing on Quantum Mechanics (PVB302) to explain the stability and the properties of nuclei. Some of the current theories of particle physics and nuclear forces will be introduced. The second part of the unit will explore applications of nuclear physics, e.g. nuclear reactions, nuclear power and nuclear medicine. Lectures will be complemented by experimental laboratory work, enabling you to advance your experimental, communication and scientific writing skills.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB304 Physics Research

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

This is the capstone unit for the Physics course, which gives you the opportunity to engage in real-world physics research. Students will undertake a project in which they explore computational and/or experimental approaches to generating new understanding in active research areas, and summarize their findings through scholarly writing and presentations. This unit provides students with the chance to develop their skills around gathering data, interpreting data, assessing uncertainties and presenting results in a clear and compelling way, helping them to develop skills that are required in both industry and academic contexts. This unit builds on all the previous learning in the Physics course, and enables students to draw on their developed expertise and to apply it to a well-defined research problem.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB305 Electromagnetism and Optics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Electromagnetism is one of the fundamental forces in the universe and is present in almost all aspects of modern technology. In this unit you will develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of electromagnetism from electric charge to more advanced topics such as electrostatics, Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves, physical optics and applications such as waveguides. It will extend your mathematical knowledge and techniques from earlier units to explore and analyse these advanced physics concepts. This unit will provide advanced knowledge and real-world skills which will enhance your employability in technology based jobs.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB306 Solid State Physics and Quantum Statistics

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

The development of new materials is pivotal for the technology advancements of our society, with outcomes in every aspect of human life, spanning from reducing our environmental impact, to improving communication and computing, to achieving a better healthcare. The aim of this unit is to establish fundamental concepts and physical principles that describe the behaviour of solids at both the macroscopic level and at the atomic level. This is an advanced unit that builds upon conceptual physical and mathematical principles of earlier units (in particular quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, electrodynamics, and statistical mechanics) and you will apply them to understand the properties of real-world materials. Through lectures, practical classes and simulations the unit will provide you with strong foundation in solid state physics.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PVB307 Physics in Practice

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

The practice of physics involves the design and execution of structured investigations, and occurs within the context of the real world, where social and cultural implications must be considered. In this unit, you will deepen your understanding of and skills in the practice of physics. You will design and undertake a self-led experimental investigation that elucidates a core concept in physics, and will assess the efficacy of this process through a systematic framework. You will also explore the practice of physics within its professional and societal context, its ethical and legal implications, and how it interrelates with Indigenous perspectives and sovereignty both in Australia and globally.

PVB321 Introduction to Experimental Nanotechnology

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Chemistry and Physics
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

This is an introductory unit addressing the real-world practice in the interdisciplinary field of nanotechnology. It introduces the core concepts, fundamental principles, methodologies and essential tools to study matter at the nanoscale. This unit has a strong focus on hands-on experience in nanotechnology with its practical component centred around synthesis and characterisation of nanomaterials using state-of-the-art techniques. This unit develops your critical thinking, problem solving, as well as ability to use laboratory equipment to synthesise and characterise nanomaterials; these are skills and attributes that professional scientists and engineers will require in solving real-world problems in their practices. This unit builds on the knowledge you have gained from your science and engineering units in prior years, and prepares you for PVB322 (Advanced Nanotechnology) that will deepen your understanding of theoretical principles governing materials at the nanoscale.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB007 Communication for Health Professionals

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Effective communication is widely considered to be a key component of health care practice in the real world. In this multidisciplinary and highly practical unit, you will work with other learners from different health disciplines to have the opportunity to develop the core communication skills identified by the industry as essential for ethical, culturally safe and intentional practice.  A major focus of PYB007 will be the development of interpersonal communication skills which you will practice in a safe and supportive environment. In addition to face-to-face practice, you will develop and practice skills specifically for online communication in recognition of the changing face of healthcare. These skills  will support you to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues, facilitate important conversations and meetings, resolve conflict and provide feedback, all in a culturally safe manner.

PYB100 Foundation Psychology

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Psychology is a broad-ranging and multifaceted discipline which encompasses the scientific study of human behaviour, and the systematic application of knowledge gained from psychological research to a broad range of applied issues. The goal of this foundational unit is to introduce you to major subfields and perspectives in psychology, to develop your understanding of the research methods used in psychological research and to develop your critical thinking skills. This unit provides a strong basis for future learning in the discipline. Topics covered in PYB100 will include child and adult development, social psychology, and an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems. We will consider Indigenous and diverse cultural perspectives, ethical issues in psychological research, and how psychological perspectives can help us understand and address real world issues. This unit will help you develop your database searching and written communication skills.

PYB102 The Mind and the Brain

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Psychology is a broad-ranging and multifaceted discipline which encompasses the scientific study of human behaviour and the systematic application of knowledge gained from psychological research to a broad range of real-world issues. The goal of this foundational unit is to introduce you to the areas of biological (physiological) and cognitive psychology and to develop your understanding of the methods used to critically evaluate, ethically conduct, and effectively communicate psychological research. 

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB110 Psychological Research Methods

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and cognition. This unit is designed to introduce students to the scientific method of research in psychology, research design, and data analysis. The unit covers elementary research design, operationalisation of variables, descriptive statistics, correlation, hypothesis testing using statistical tests such as t-tests, and qualitative research methods. By learning these research methods, students are expected to start developing a data-driven, evidence-based perspective on psychological issues.

PYB159 Alcohol and Other Drug Studies

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Drug and alcohol use and abuse is of growing concern in the community. This unit introduces you to theories of prevention and treatment of alcohol and other drug problems from a range of diverse perspectives. You will be exposed to multidisciplinary learning where you can identify career pathways while considering the field in relation to ethics, values and a range of population targets.  This unit provides a useful foundation for PYB360, Interventions for Addictive Behaviours. You will participate in discussions and assessment pieces designed in conjunction with industry professionals, to embed learning with current real world issues.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB202 Social Psychology

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

Humans are social beings whose thoughts, feelings and actions are influenced by the real, imagined, or implied presence of others. This unit will allow you to develop greater insight into people's behaviour through the scientific investigation of the relationship between individuals and the social settings in which they live. We will study the effects of these social settings on people, and the psychological processes people use to influence others in social settings. We will consider cultural variation in social psychological phenomena, ethical issues in social psychological research, and how social psychological perspectives can help us understand and address real world issues. This unit will help you develop your database searching and written communication skills.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB203 Developmental Psychology

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

This unit is designed to introduce the major theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of developmental psychology, and to encourage you to consider the major life issues, events, and transitions that shape the course of development throughout the lifespan. This unit aims to develop awareness of general patterns of human development and of the ways in which the development of particular individuals and diverse groups may vary from these general patterns. We will also critically examine the importance of the physical, family, socio-cultural and historical contexts within which development occurs, and a gain a sense of the interdependency of all aspects of development.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB204 Perception and Cognition

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Cognitive psychology is a major empirical and theoretical area of psychology which explores the processes and structures involved at each stage of information processing within the brain. The structures and processes involved in perception provide the brain with basic information about both the external world and many of the current states of the individual. Higher level cognitive processes and structures provide the foundation upon which more complex aspects of behaviour are based. This unit is to build on the concepts and issues in perception and cognitive psychology, and to develop an appreciation of the major contemporary theories of how we process and perceive information. The unit is placed in second semester of second year so that students following the normal course structure have an adequate background in research design and data analysis. With this background, students will carry out experiments in tutorial classes and analyse real data.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB208 Counselling Theory and Practice 1

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Counselling processes, skills and knowledge have broad applicability in the modern world of work. In this unit you will have the opportunity to engage with the most prominent counselling models and approaches. Through an experiential learning process, you will learn about the theories and philosophies that underpin different approaches and develop skills and techniques required to apply these models in your future work. Self-awareness is widely recognised in the health and community sector as key to effective and ethical practice. By participating in counselling exercises, group discussions and individual reflections, you will be supported to deconstruct and examine your existing beliefs and values and consider the role they will play in your work with individuals, families and groups. You will then have the opportunity to develop your practice framework that you will take forward to guide your work in the real world.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB210 Research Design and Data Analysis

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 1 (February)

Unit synopsis

PYB210 extends on the analytical methods you learnt in PYB110 and prepares you for the more complex research designs you will engage with in PYB350. Research design, data analysis and associated digital capabilities are core skills in the discipline of psychology and integral to the scientist-practitioner model and are skills highly valued by employers of psychology graduates. A sound understanding of research design and data analysis will build your ability to work with and interpret data from a variety of sources, enabling you to critique research, and to apply an evidence-based approach to problem solving, invaluable skills in a wide variety of careers. PYB210  will develop your knowledge of research design, data collection methods and analysis, providing you with a theoretical grounding in analysis of variance techniques, regression, and qualitative methods, the practical ability to employ analytic software to conduct analyses and to interpret and report these analyses.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

PYB215 Forensic Psychology and the Law

Unit information

School/discipline
School of Psychology and Counselling
Study level
Undergraduate units
Availability
Semester 2 (July)

Unit synopsis

Forensic Psychology will introduce you to the overlap between psychology and the law; assist you to understand the influence and impact of this branch of psychology within the criminal justice system; and to provide you with an overview of the practice of forensic psychology, across diverse populations, including First Nations People. The study of psychology and law draws from a multi-disciplinary base for the application of specialised knowledge. As a student of this discipline area, you will acquire an appreciation of (and a critical perspective on) psychology and the law across the three criminal justice domains of the police, the courts, and corrections.

Approval required

You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.

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