Found 1229 study abroad units
PUN466 Communicable Diseases
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Public health practice originated from the study and prevention of communicable diseases. Whilst public health practice has widened in scope, reducing the incidence of both existing and emerging communicable diseases (nationally and internationally) remains one of the greatest challenges to public health practitioners. Relevant activities undertaken by local/state health agencies include public health surveillance and outbreak investigation measures, immunisation programs, monitoring and enforcing infection control standards, and vector control programs.A comprehensive overview of communicable diseases is provided at the start of this unit, followed by a focus on the prevention and control of communicable diseases.
PUN500 Occupational Health and Safety Management
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This Unit provides an overview of the different aspects of managing occupational health and safety at an enterprise level. The Unit focuses on various OHS management approaches, the role and requirements of relevant standards and legislation, and major OHS management areas including risk management, safe design and OHS performance, emergency preparedness, investigations, auditing and culture. Furthermore, the Unit emphasises the combination of systematic and systems thinking and the development of resilient organisations
PUN617 Health, Safety and Environment Leadership and Management
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
To successfully manage health, safety and environmental hazards, practitioners need to be able to communicate effectively and select and implement appropriate tools and management strategies to . Recognising and developing leadership skills is also crucial for achieving their full potential in the field, This unit is therefore designed to integrate the theory and practice covered in other environmental health/occupational health and safety units, and equip students with management, leadership and communication tools and strategies that can be applied in a range of contexts.
PUN620 Concepts of Environmental Health
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
There is increasing evidence that the integrity of the environments in which we live are under substantial pressure, particularly from the way we live. The end result of such pressure is that the basic and fundamental prerequisites for human health are threatened. The science of environmental health has always been concerned with the study of the human–environment interface, and now, even more than ever, practitioners are needed who understand not only this link, but also the strategies available to control and minimise risks associated with environmental health challenges, especially in our rapidly warming world.
PUN632 Leadership in Healthcare
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
In the challenging environment of the contemporary health system, managers will be required to provide organisational leadership to ensure that services continue to evolve to meet the changing community needs and the changing service delivery challenges. Such leadership requires the acquisition of knowledge and the development of competencies in leadership that may enable the future manager to address the current and future challenges. The unit develops skills in addressing contemporary problems in public health related to the management of health services and prepares students to consider the strategic importance of leadership throughout all public health areas. You will be challenged to critically evaluate your leadership capabilities and philosophy.
PUN633 Leadership in Digital Health Management
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
In the challenging contemporary health system environment, rapidly adopting digital health technologies, managers will be required to provide organisational leadership to ensure that services meet continuously changing community needs and address service delivery challenges. Strategic leadership in the digital health domain requires the acquisition of knowledge and the development of competencies in leadership that may enable the future manager to address the current and future challenges that come with use of these complex technologies. The unit further develops skills in addressing contemporary problems in public health related to the management of digital health services. Students will be challenged to critically evaluate their leadership capabilities and philosophy.
PUN640 Health System Challenges and Opportunities
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
A detailed understanding of the structure and function of health systems is essential for health service managers. This unit explores the way health systems are designed and operate. It also examines several issues that influence how health services are delivered and resourced. There is a particular focus on the Australian health system, but within an international context. These issues are critically analysed, along with the health reform agenda and key drivers for change, nationally and internationally. This unit is relevant to health professionals seeking to lead and influence the future direction of health systems.
PUN688 Health Policy in a Global Context
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
Unit synopsis
Health policy is a major driver of health systems, their structure and functioning. Well-informed and executed policies contribute and communicate important information and evidence in the management of health systems. Globalisation, including of the the health sector and its governance structures, present policy-makers with a complex and challenging environment in which to construct and implement responsive health policy.This unit will provide you with a critical understanding of policy-making theories and principles as well as the interplay between diverse ideas, interests and institutions that influence policy development, implementation and evaluation. Global health issues will be used to illustrate and critically evaluate the policy process providing you with the knowledge and skills required to undertake health policy development, implementation and evaluation in a wide range of contexts.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this postgraduate 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.
PUP032 Health Promotion 2: Theories
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides you with foundation knowledge and skills in health promotion. You are introduced to health promotion theories and their use for understanding determinants of health behaviours and for the development of health promotion programming. The unit is usually taken concurrently with PUP038, which provides the scope of health promotion. In the following semester, PUP034 and PUP037 build on this knowledge and skills and allow you to fully plan for the development, implementation and evaluation of a health promotion program.
PUP034 Health Promotion 3: Program Planning
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit is in the developmental stage of your course and furthers your knowledge and skills developed in PUP032 and PUP038 for developing a health promotion program. With a large portion of health promotion work involving the development of health promotion programs, the unit allows you to develop the skills that are essential for a health promotion practitioner.PUP034 provides you with opportunities to build, practise and provide evidence of your analysis and problem-solving skills for developing a health promotion program proposal. The unit should be taken either concurrently with PUP037, or before it.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this postgraduate 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.
PUP037 Health Promotion 4: Program Evaluation
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Program planning and evaluation is at the core of effective health promotion practice. This Unit will enable you to develop knowledge and understanding of planning models and theories and acquire skills to apply these to design informed programs that address the needs of communities and populations and contribute to positive health outcomes. Evaluation is an integral component of program planning and should be considered throughout the planning process. Recognised frameworks will be introduced throughout this Unit to guide and inform the design of robust evaluations and demonstrate the vital role of evaluation in gathering evidence upon which to make judgements about program effectiveness. Throughout this Unit you will be provided opportunities to build, practice and provide evidence of your analysis and problem-solving skills for the development of a health promotion program and evaluation proposal.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this postgraduate 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.
PUP038 Health Promotion 1: Paradigms
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Postgraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This introductory unit is important because it provides the foundational knowledge and skills you require for health promotion practice. This unit will ensure you understand the fundamental principles and paradigms of health promotion as well as frameworks such as the ecological model, life-course perspective, cross-sectoral action and partnerships, advocacy and settings-based approaches. This unit complements other public health units; PUP032 Health Promotion 2: Theories, PUP034 Health Promotion 3: Program Planning, and PUP037 Health Promotion 4: Program Evaluation.
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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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.