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Research School of Physics · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course introduces students to the microscopic theory of matter and radiation that spans elementary particles to atoms. Building upon prior learning in quantum mechanics and electromagnetism, students will develop understanding of the standard model of particle physics, and the formation and structure of nuclei and atoms. As a result, students will be able to interpret the universe that surrounds them in terms of its most fundamental constituents and apply this knowledge to advances in fundamental physics, radiation safety and medical science, nuclear power, atomic technologies (eg. lasers, atomic clocks, MRI) and quantum chemistry. This course is co-taught with undergraduate students but assessed separately. Compared to its undergraduate version, this course significantly expands the material learnt by the students through additional texts and also exercises students in higher-level problem-solving and communication skills through a major project.
Assignments
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Major Project
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Mid-semester exam
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
End-of-semester exam
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 3 x 1 hour lectures/workshops per week plus optional 1 x 1 hours tutorial per week. - Approximately 90 hours of self directed study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks. Work Integrated Learning Projects
There are no prescribed texts.