| Assessment |
| Title |
Exam Length |
Weight |
Mode |
No. Words |
| Online Assessment |
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20%
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| Assessment Notes |
| Weekly online quizzes |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 |
| Practical |
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20%
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| Assessment Notes |
| Practicals |
|
| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 |
| Unit Test |
|
30%
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
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| Final Examination |
2 hrs
|
30%
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
GA: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
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| Learning Outcomes (LO) |
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
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demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of fluid statistics, fluid flow and be able to apply the continuity equation and Bernoulli's principle;
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describe the basic principles of modern physics: quantum physics, atomic models, nuclear physics and semiconductor physics;
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demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of waves as applied to basic mechanical, acoustic and optical systems;
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describe and apply the kinetic theory of gases, and the zeroth and first laws of thermodynamics to basic and practical systems;
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demonstrate a range of manipulative, observational, interpretive, written and graphical communication skills through undertaking and reporting on laboratory work and completing written assignments.
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| Graduate Attributes (GA) |
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Attribute |
Taught |
Assessed |
Practised |
| 1 |
Knowledge of a Discipline
A comprehensive and well-founded knowledge of the field of study. An understanding of how other disciplines relate to the field of study. The students will be able to conceptualise, acquire, apply, integrate, grow and contextualise knowledge.
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| 2 |
Communication Skills
The ability to collect, analyse and organise information and ideas, and to convey those ideas clearly and fluently, in both written and spoken form. The ability to select and use the appropriate level, style and means of communication.
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| 3 |
Global Perspectives
The material being taught has global significance and the use of global facilities will be explored.
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| 4 |
Information Literacy
The ability to access, locate, critically analyse, interpret, evaluate and use information. The ability to use effectively a personal computer, associated peripherals and generic software to find, store, retrieve and manipulate data.
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| 5 |
Life-Long Learning
The students will be required to practice independent learning in order to complete the assessment tasks, so developing lifelong learning skills.
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| 6 |
Problem Solving
The ability ot identify problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current practices. The ability to apply critical reasoning to issues through independent thought and informed judgement.
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| 8 |
Team Work
The ability to interact effectively with others in order to work towards a common outcome. The ability to evaluate opinions, make decisions and to reflect critically on the justifications for decisions.
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