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PHYS5035: Research Methodology and Project A
2024 unit information
In this unit a research project is undertaken. The topic of the project will be determined in consultation with the course coordinator. In addition, the processes involved in conducting various forms of research, basic data analysis and interpretation, research writing and presentation skills are covered. For students in part-time enrolment there will be a requirement for an interim report and research seminar which will be assessed at the end of semester. For students concurrently enrolled in PHYS5036, Only one report and seminar is required representing both UoS.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Physics Academic Operations
| Code | PHYS5035 |
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| Academic unit | Physics Academic Operations |
| Credit points | 12 |
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Prerequisites:
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PHYS5002 and PHYS5029 and PHYS5011 and PHYS5012 and PHYS5005 and PHYS5006 and PHYS5018 and PHYS5020 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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PHYS5019 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate an application of research methods
- LO2. analyse, present and discuss results of measurements and/or calculations
- LO3. review and cite relevant literature
- LO4. complete literature review tasks
- LO5. demonstrate presentation methods
- LO6. demonstrate communication skills development
- LO7. demonstrate scientific management skills.
Unit availability
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 1 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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Modes of attendance (MoA)
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Important enrolment information
Departmental permission requirements
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Additional advice
Note: Departmental permission required for enrolment. This unit must be taken in combination with PHYS5036
