SEP122 - Physics for the Life Sciences

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(B, G)
Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Unit chair:J Long
Prerequisite:

Nil

Contact hours: 4 hours (3 x 1 hour lectures, 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week, 3 x 3 hour practical sessions per trimester

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

Topics addressed in this unit are: the basis of physics concepts, energy, sound and waves, the properties of atoms, electric fields and their effects, optics and vision, thermal properties, fluid properties and mechanics. Applications in biological and medical fields are discussed.

Assessment

Examination 60%, laboratory work 20%, two problem-based assignments (10% each) 20%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Student Contribution Rate***Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$565$565$1006$3450$3260

* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.