Physics Preparation

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Duration

5 days

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Commitment

6 hours a day

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Delivery mode

Face-to-face

Location

Wallumattagal Campus

Fees

$310.00

Overview

About this Microcredential

Physics is fundamental to all natural sciences and plays a central role in the development of new technologies. Physicist apply the laws of physics to contribute to fields such as astronomy, biology, communications, electronics and engineering.

The Physics Preparation bridging microcredential will provide you with a solid foundation for your university physics studies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to get to know other students, as well as the academics you'll be learning from throughout your studies.

Key features

Learn about kinematics and mechanics - Study vectors, scalars and motion - as well as forces, equilibrium, dynamics, Newton's laws, gravity, momentum, energy and power.
Explore waves and properties of matter - Study sound and electromagnetic waves - as well as constituents of matter, thermal properties of matter, fluids and ideal gases.
Investigate electrostatics and magnetism - Study .electrical and magnetic phenomena, and electronic circuits.
Examine atomic, quantum and nuclear physics - Study electrons and molecules, protons and neutrons, and the behaviour of matter and energy at atomic and subatomic levels.

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Who should attend

This bridging microcredential is suitable for students intending to enrol in a university science or engineering degree but who didn't study physics in HSC level, for those needing to gain confidence in physics or for those wanting a refresher in physics.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to undertake this bridging microcredential.

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Students experiencing financial hardship or other issues that may affect their ability to enrol in this bridging microcredential can apply for a fee waiver. For more information, visit Applying for a fee waiver.

Who you will learn from

Dr Levente Horvath was the first person to graduate with a PhD in theoretical physics from Macquarie University. He’s worked on a wide range of physics and engineering projects in the fields of photonic crystal devices, quantum optics and cavity quantum electrodynamics. Throughout his career, he’s taught physics, engineering and mathematics units at Macquarie University, Macquarie University College and other pathway providers. He redesigned Macquarie’s Physics bridging course and taught it for many years. Currently, he is a senior teacher at Macquarie University College overseeing a wide range of units in the Diploma of Engineering, among others.

What you'll study

What you will learn

On successful completion of this bridging microcredential you’ll be able to:

demonstrate a preparatory level of knowledge in physics
express confidence in this discipline area and your ability to commence higher education studies

Assessments

1) Online quizzes: You'll complete online quizzes that are designed to test foundational knowledge and understanding of key principles an theories in physics

2) Examination: You'll be tested on your foundational understanding of key principles and theories in physics, as well as your problem-solving skills.

Ready to enrol

Read the information on this page so you’re across all of the details before enrolling.

Fees for Individuals

The fee of $310 (including GST) covers all tuition and in-class materials.

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Enrolment Requirements

This bridging microcredential has no specific enrolment requirements. It’s delivered in person in an active learning environment at our Wallumattagal Campus in North Ryde.

Dates

Table Description
Date	Title	Location
05 Feb 2024	Physics Preparation	Wallumattagal Campus	Join the Waitlist

How you will learn

Online, on campus and off campus

You’ll learn on campus in an active learning environment that includes a mix of presentations and a range of practical learning activities.

5 - 9 February 2024; 10am-3pm.

What you will need

To complete the online component of this bridging microcredential, you’ll need a PC (or laptop) with reliable internet access.

If you have any specific accessibility requirements, contact us prior to enrolling.

Additional information

Expiry of this microcredential

This bridging microcredential does not have an expiry date.

Your digital credentials

On successful completion of this microcredential, you’ll be awarded a Macquarie University digital credential certifying your achievement of the knowledge, skills and capabilities outlined in the What you’ll study section.

You can use your digital credentials in many ways, such as sharing them on your LinkedIn profile. Visit our digital credentials page for more information about how you can use, share and manage your Macquarie digital credentials.

Enrolment conditions

Purchasing this bridging microcredential is subject to Macquarie University’s terms and conditions.

Insurance for participation

All activities, particularly fieldwork, may pose a risk. You’re not considered a Macquarie University student by enrolling, participating in or completing this bridging microcredential under Macquarie University’s terms and conditions. This means you’re not covered by Macquarie University’s insurance policy. Macquarie University encourages you to consider your own insurance position before enrolling in this microcredential.

Fees

The fee of $310 (including GST) covers all tuition and in-class materials

Contact us

Email microcredentials@mq.edu.au or call +61 (2) 9850 9677 if you have any questions regarding the delivery of this microcredential and your purchase, enrolment and learning journey.

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Top 125 in the world

#1 in Sydney: Grad employability

4000 partner organisations

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Who you will learn from

Dr Levente Horvath

Senior teacher

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Fees for Individuals

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Enrolment Requirements

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