PHYSICS 1501 - Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences I (Vet Bio)
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| Course Code | PHYSICS 1501 |
| Course | Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences I (Vet Bio) |
| Coordinating Unit | The School of Chemistry & Physics , Faculty of Sciences |
| Term | Semester 1 2013 |
| Mode | Internal |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Location/s | North Terrace |
| Units | 3 |
| Contact | Up to 7 hours per week |
| Prerequisites | SACE Stage 2 Physics Subject Achievement grade of at least B- (under review) or equivalent, Mathematical Studies - other students may apply to Head of Physics for exemption |
| Corequisites | Not applicable |
| Incompatible | PHYSICS 1508 |
| Assumed Knowledge | Not applicable |
| Restrictions | Available to B Sc (Veterinary Bioscience) students only |
| Quota | Not applicable |
| Course Description | The emphasis is on physics concepts and their application to relevant problems in the earth and biological sciences rather than on the more theoretical or mathematical development of the concepts. It includes a study of forces and equilibrium, mechanical stress, energy, fluids, heat and DC electricity. Applications to biology and physiology will be emphasised. Practical problem solving. |
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