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James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

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PH2002 - Classical Mechanics and Quantum Physics 1

Credit points:03
Year:2024
Student Contribution Band:Band 2
Prerequisites:MA1003 AND PH1005 AND (PH1006 OR PH1007 OR (EG1012 AND EG1011))
Administered by:College of Science and Engineering

Subject Description

    Quantum physics - Schrodinger equation, eigenfunctions, measurements and eigenvalues, solutions for 1-dimensional systems, concepts of atomic, molecular, solid state and particle physics. Classical mechanics, waves and vibrations.

Learning Outcomes

  • select and evaluate computational and/or theoretical techniques and tools in order to conduct an investigation
  • communicate the theoretical concepts, and mathematical calculations, of an investigation with an oral and written presentation
  • solve problems in Classical and Quantum Mechanics, using the necessary physics concepts, principles, and discipline areas of mathematics

Subject Assessment

  • Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (50%) - Individual
  • Written > Log/logbook - (30%) - Individual
  • Written > Problem task - (10%) - Individual
  • Project Report and Presentation - (10%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Availabilities

Cairns Nguma-bada, Study Period 1, Internal

Census date:Thursday, 21 Mar 2024
Study Period Dates:Monday, 19 Feb 2024 to Friday, 14 Jun 2024
Coordinator(s):
DR Greg Boyle
Lecturer(s):
Assoc. Professor Daniel Kosov
DR Greg Boyle
Workload expectations:The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
  • 39 Hours - Lectures
  • 13 Hours - Tutorials
  • 15 Hours - Workshops - Laboratory

Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Study Period 1, Internal

Census date:Thursday, 21 Mar 2024
Study Period Dates:Monday, 19 Feb 2024 to Friday, 14 Jun 2024
Coordinator(s):
DR Greg Boyle
Lecturer(s):
Assoc. Professor Daniel Kosov
DR Greg Boyle
Workload expectations:The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
  • 39 Hours - Lectures
  • 13 Hours - Tutorials
  • 15 Hours - Workshops - Laboratory