Course Title: Applied Science 2 - Physics and Chemistry
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Applied Science 2 - Physics and Chemistry
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
ONPS2321 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
135H Applied Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016 |
ONPS2321 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
171H School of Science |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019 |
Course Coordinator: Dr James Partridge
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 2865
Course Coordinator Email: james.partridge@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 14.7.05A
Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This is a course in applied science for students studying Engineering, with an emphasis on physics.
This course follows on from Applied Science 1 – Physics and Chemistry where the emphasis is chemistry.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
On the successful completion of this course you should be able to:
CLO 1 Demonstrate sound knowledge of physics related to electricity and fluids.
CLO 2 Demonstrate ability to draw on sound knowledge base in order to develop a systematic approach to solving physics problems related to electricity and fluids.
CLO 3 Demonstrate ability to present problem solving strategies and worked solutions using conventional physics and mathematical notation.
CLO 4 Perform laboratory work competently, safely and efficiently.
This course contributes to the BH077 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) and BH088 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours)/Bachelor of Business (Management) Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
- Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
Overview of Learning Activities
The learning activities included in this course are:
- Attendance at lectures where syllabus material will be presented and explained, and the subject will be illustrated with demonstrations and examples;
- Completion of tutorial questions designed to give further practice in the application of theory and procedures, and to give feedback on your progress and understanding;
- Completion of online exercises;
- Private study, working through the course as presented in classes and learning materials, and gaining practice at solving conceptual and numerical problems;
- Participation in practical laboratory experiments, utilising scientific equipment
On the basis of classroom revision and problem solving sessions, you will have the opportunity to articulate your understanding and be guided by examples of clear thinking, logical argument and communication as a means to developing such capabilities
Total Study Hours
A total of 120 study hours is expected, comprising:
Teacher-directed activities (54 hours): You should attend and participate in 48 hours of lectures / tutorials and 6 hours of practical classes.
Student-directed activities (66 hours): independent study including preliminary exercises for the laboratory classes.
Overview of Learning Resources
All course content, notes and learning materials will be available through a dedicated course website. Course assessment during the semester and major announcements will take place through the Canvas site on MyRMIT Studies. The course Canvas will also house all the important links to the course resources
Overview of Assessment
Note that: All
Assessment tasks
The assessment in this course is comprised of assignments throughout the semester, 2 laboratory sessions and an exam.
Online assignments
Weighting 15%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-3
Written assignments
Weighting 15%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-3
Practical
Weighting 20%
This assessment enables you to demonstrate that you can perform practical experimental activities effectively and safely.
This assessment task supports CLOs 4
End-of-semester Exam
Weighting 50%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-3
Throughout this course there are different types of feedback which will enable you to manage the progress of your learning:
- Recommended problems from the recommended textbook;
- Assignments (online and written) and lab sessions enabling you to evaluate your progress throughout the semester.