Course outline. Code: PHY202 Title: Electronics and Electromagnetism

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1 Course outline Code: PHY202 Title: Electronics and Electromagnetism Faculty of: Science, Health, Education and Engineering Teaching Session: Semester 2 Year: 2016 Course Coordinator: Jolanta Watson jwatson3@usc.edu.au Course Moderator: Dr Aaron Wiegand 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Course description Our society relies heavily on electrical devices. The electronics section introduces you to the nature and properties of electric charges and goes on to apply this knowledge to conductivity in materials, electrical power and DC circuit theory. In Electromagnetism you will learn about concepts such as the Hall Effect, magnetic field production and the laws of induction, before investigating applied topics such as AC circuit theory, Maxwell s Equations and magnetic properties of materials. The theory presented in this course is supported by a comprehensive practical program. 1.2 Course content Electric Charge, Electric Fields, Gauss' Law, Electric Potential, Capacitance, DC circuits, Magnetic Fields, Induction, AC circuit theory, Maxwell's Equations. 2. Unit value 12 units 3. How does this course contribute to my learning? On successful completion of this course you should be able to: You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: Communicate concepts and techniques relevant to electronics and electromagnetism, using either written English or mathematical notations, as appropriate. Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the function and operation of devices based on the theory presented in the course. 1: Mid-semester Exam 1: Mid-semester Exam Knowledgeable Empowered Knowledgeable Version Semester Recfind File Number: F14990

2 Page 2 Solve problems in electronics and electromagnetism using appropriate techniques and relevant theory Collect, analyse, evaluate and report on data obtained during practical experiments. Explain scientific principles relevant to electronics and electromagnetism. Apply relevant theory to the solution of practical problems 1: Mid-semester Exam Creative and critical thinking Empowered Ethical 1: Mid-semester Exam Knowledgeable Empowered 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Undergraduate Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of prerequisites, co-requisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions Nil 4.2 Pre-requisites (SCI107 or SCI507 or ENG1101) and (MTH202 or MTH502) 4.3 Co-requisites Nil 4.4 Anti-requisites PHY Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills (optional) N/A. 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL)

3 Page Assessment tasks Task No. PHY202 Assessment Tasks Individual or Group 1 Mid Semester Exam 2 Practical Notebook 3 End of Semester Exam Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Individual 20% 2 hours Laboratory class in week 7 Individual 35% N/A 1 week after completion of experiment Individual 45% 2 hours Central examination period 100% Where should I submit it? Handwritten, given to invigilator of exam Hardcopy, handed to the lecturer at the start of class on the due date Exam venue Assessment Task 1: Mid-Semester Exam Goal: The mid-semester examination gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge, understanding and skills associated with the learning outcomes in weeks 1-6 of this course. Product: Mid-semester exam Format: Individual. Mixed practical and theoretical written questions. During a scheduled class in week 7 (see Blackboard for dates and times) Criteria You will be assessed on your ability to: recall and communicate the theoretical and practical components of the course materials covered in both the lectures, tutorials and practical exercises from weeks 1-6 apply the relevant theory to particular examples produce correct solutions to particular problems Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Problem solving Communication Assessment Task 2: Practical Notebook Goal: Product: Format: Criteria You will perform several experiments related to the content of the course in order to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the theory. In the final few lab sessions of the semester you will develop electronic-instrument construction skills by building and testing a complete, working electronic device from individual components. Laboratory notebook Hardcopy submission to the course coordinator. Standard FoSHEE assignment coversheet, signed by the student. Specifications for the report format will be provided on Blackboard. You will be assessed on your ability to: Record all relevant information relating to the experiment Collect, present and analyse data Write a succinct analysis of the results and the conclusions that may be drawn from the results Present your work in a clear and professional manner (layout, language, spelling, general presentation)

4 Page 4 Apply ethical practice Work collaboratively in a team. Guidelines for the assessment criteria will be posted on Blackboard. These include a comprehensive description of the requirements and criteria against which the notebook will be assessed. Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Problem solving Information literacy Communication Applying technologies Assessment Task 3: End of Semester Exam Goal: The end of semester examination gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge, understanding and skills associated with all the learning outcomes of this course. Product: Final Exam Format: Individual. Mixed practical and theoretical written questions. During Central Examination Period Not Centrally Scheduled. Criteria You will be assessed on your ability to: recall and communicate the theoretical and practical components of the course materials covered in both the lectures, tutorials and practical exercises from weeks 1-13 apply the relevant theory to particular examples produce correct solutions to particular problems Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Problem solving Communication 5.3 Additional assessment requirements Blackboard All students enrolled in this course will have access to course information on the Blackboard site. Students are strongly recommended to log onto the course site on a regular basis. All course announcements, course changes, posting of course materials and grades (via My Interim Results) will be accessed through Blackboard. It is the student s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access (either off campus or on-campus) in order to access Blackboard regularly and to complete required assessment tasks. Safe Assign In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks are submitted electronically via Safe Assign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between the students submitted assessment item and all other work that Safe Assign has access to. If required, details of how to submit via Safe Assign will be provided on the Blackboard site of the course. Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment A student s eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale

5 Page 5 c) The student has not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 5.4 Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome. 6. How is the course offered? 6.1 Directed study hours 5 hours per week for 13 weeks, comprising of approximately 1 x 2.5-hour lecture per week 1 x 1.25-hour tutorial per week 1 x 3-hour practical per fortnight 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Semester 2 each year 6.3 Course activities What key concepts/content will I learn? Teaching Week / Module 1 Properties of Electric Charges, Charging by Induction, Coulomb s Law, The Electric Field, Electric Fields of Continuous Charge Distributions, Field Lines. Motion of Charged Particles in electric Fields. 2 Electric Flux, Gauss's Law and Applications, Conductors in Electrostatic Equilibrium. What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Independent Study Activities Activities Electrostatics and Electric Potential Practical Practical 1 Notes Practical 1 Notes and. 3 Electric Potential and Potential Difference, Potential Energy, Electric Potential due to Continuous Charge Distributions and Charged Conductors. Applications of Electrostatics. 4 Capacitance and Dielectrics, Energy and Capacitance, Dielectrics, Electric Dipoles. The Millikan Oil-Drop Experiment. Practical 2 Notes Practical 2 Notes and

6 Page 6 5 Electric Current and DC Circuits, Current and Resistance. Electrical Power, Superconductivity. 6 Electromotive Force, Resistors in Series and Parallel. Kirchhoff's Rules. RC Circuits. DC and RC Circuit Practical Practical 3 Notes Practical 3 Notes and. 7 Mid Semester Exam The Magnetic Field Forces on and Motion of Charges in Magnetic Fields, Cyclotrons, Synchrotrons, Magnetic Force on a Current Carrying Conductor, Torque on a Current Loop, The Hall Effect. 8 The Biot-Savart Law, Forces between current Carrying Conductors, Ampère's Law, Solenoids, Gauss's Law in Magnetism, Occurrence of Magnetism in Matter: Paramagnetism, Ferromagnetism, Diamagnetism Magnetic Fields Practical Practical 4 Practical 4 Notes and. 9 Faraday's Law of Induction. Magnetic Flux. Motional emf. Lenz's Law. Induced emf and Electric Fields. Generators and Motors, Eddy currents. Self Induction and Inductance, 10 RL Circuits, Energy in a Magnetic Field, Mutual Inductance, Oscillations in an LC Circuit, The RLC Circuit. Magnetic Induction Practical Practical 5 Practical 5 Notes and. 11 Alternating Current Circuit theory Sources, Resistors, Inductors and Capacitors in AC Circuits. The RLC Series Circuit, Power in AC circuits, 12 Resonance in Series RLC circuits, Transformers, Power Transmission, Rectifiers and Filters AC Circuits Practical 13 Displacement Current, General Form of Ampere's Law, Maxwell's Equations, Plane Electromagnetic Waves, Production of Electromagnetic Waves by Antennae. Practical 6 Practical 6 Notes and. NOTE: The above schedule is a guide to course content. While every endeavour will be made to keep to the schedule, timing and treatment of material may vary, without notice, in order to accommodate student needs, availability of staff, resources, events of significance and extreme weather events.

7 Page 7 7. What resources do I need to undertake this course? 7.1 Prescribed text(s) Please note that you need to have regular access to the resource(s) listed below: Author Year Title Publisher Serway/Jewett, 2010 "Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume 2, Chapters 23-34, 8th Edition 7.2 Required and recommended readings NA Brooks/Cole. Cengage Learning ISBN: Specific requirements Scientific calculator, or a more advanced calculator if you prefer. You may also bring portable computers to the practical sessions. 7.4 Risk management There is minimal health and safety risk in this course. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas. You will be required to complete a laboratory induction prior to commencement of the practical component. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Additional assistance to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: or student central@usc.edu.au 9. Links to relevant University policies and procedures For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including: Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs Review of Assessment and Final Grades Supplementary Assessment Administration of Central Examinations Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability Faculty specific information In person: Sippy Downs - Student Central, Ground Floor, Building C USC SouthBank - Student Central, Building B, Ground floor (level 1) USC Gympie - Student Central, 71 Cartwright Road, Gympie USC Fraser Coast - Student Central, Building A Tel: studentcentral@usc.edu.au