PHS3350 Physics and astronomy research project 1
Faculty of Science
PHS3350 Physics and astronomy research project 1 is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Summer A, Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer B at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Summer A, Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer B
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PHS3350
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PHS3350
1 unit list PHS3350 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE: 12 credit points of level two physics or astrophysics at a distinction average. Enrolment requires the approval from the School of Physics and Astronomy.
Overview
This unit provides the opportunity for high achieving students to undertake a small research project in physics. You will develop the skills of planning, record-keeping, literature search, analysis and communication necessary for a successful project. You will work with an academic supervisor on an experimental or theoretical project, including astrophysics and astronomy, medical imaging, x-ray physics, synchrotron-based studies, quantum mechanics, resonance spectroscopies, magnetism, physics education and polymers.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Summer semester A | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Summer semester B | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Project work - logbook, competence, planning and initiative40%
- Written progress reports10%
- Oral presentation15%
- Final report35%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Plan aspects of a project and manage related timelines;
- 2
Communicate effectively with a project supervisor, colleagues and technical staff;
- 3
Access and review scientific literature;
- 4
Maintain a clear record of work done;
- 5
Analyse and interpret results in terms of related physics theory;
- 6
Write appropriate scientific reports, both interim and final;
- 7
Communicate by oral presentation.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachResearch activities
An average of 12 hours of study per week split between independent research, collaborative research, meeting with supervisors and work on assessed items.
This unit uses research activities as its teaching approach.
Learning resources
Recommended resources
The resources for this unit are tailored to the individual project and may include textbooks, review articles and research articles.
Technology resources
Depending on the nature of your project, access to laboratory or computing equipment will be arranged as needed.
Where it fits
PHS3350 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Daniel Price
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Daniel Price
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PHS3350?
PHS3350 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PHS3350?
PHS3350 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including PHS3360.
When is PHS3350 offered?
In 2021, PHS3350 runs in Summer A, Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer B at Clayton.
Does PHS3350 have an exam?
No. PHS3350 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include PHS3350?
PHS3350 is part of Astrophysics and Physics.