Level 3 Physics 301
PHY301 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: R. Francis.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents must also have completed the Phy2 course with a minimum of Achieved in AS 91171 (mechanics) AND in AS 91173 (electricity) AND a minimum of Achieved in the algebra and graphs achievement standards in NCEA level 2 Mathematics, or at the discretion of the Head of Department.
The PhyUE course prepares students for Physics related vocational pathways such as: Engineering, aviation, medical and health professions, computer technology, telecommunication, education, renewable energy, architecture, manufacturing, seismology, astronomy, meteorology and geophysics.
In this course, we will cover the following:
Internal: Application of Physics to a selected context: (3cr) Geostationary and low Earth orbit satellites.
Optional internal: (3cr) Research and report on nuclear fusion and renewable energy.
Externals
Mechanical systems (6cr): translational motion; circular motion and gravity; rotating and oscillatory systems.
Electrical systems (6cr): resistors, capacitors and inductors in direct current (DC) and Alternating current (AC) circuits.
Wave systems (4cr): Doppler effect; standing waves; resonance.
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