1997 Swinburne Higher Education Handbook

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independent Schrodinger equations. Applications of
Schrodinger equation, quantum states, energy levels and
degeneracy. Reflection and transmission at a potential
barrier - tunnelling. Averages and the Heisenberg
uncertainty principle.
Solid - ~
State Phvsics: Manv bodv auantum mechanics.
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identical particles and Pauli exclusion principle; Quantum
distribution functions; Free electron theory, Fermi-KDirac
distribution, Fermi level; Conductivity in metals, failures of
free electron model; Weak binding approximation,
forbidden energies and effective mass. Strong binding
approximation, band theory and intrinsic semiconductors.
Extrinsic semiconductors and semiconductor devices.
Electromagnetism and Optics:Electromagnetism: Electric
and maanetic fields and Maxwell s equations; Scalar and
vector potentials; Fields in dielectric; magnetic and
conducting materials, polarization and magnetization,
constitutive relations, Maxwell s equations in macroscopic
form . Energy in electromagnetic fields; Electrostatic
problems, solutions of Poisson s equation; Magnetostatic
problems Electromagnetic waves in vacuum and in simple
non-conducting and conducting media; Reflection and
transmission at boundaries.
Optics: Lasers and other light sources; Total internal
reflection and optical wave guides; Optical fibre
fundamentals, types of fibres and their transmission
properties; Sources, modulators and detectors,
communications via optical fibres; Holography and
holographic optical devices.
Recommended Reading
Cheng, D.K. Fundamentals of Enginem'ng Electromagnetics.
Addison-Wesley (1993)
Cottingham, W N., and Greenwood, D A, Electricity and
Magnetism. Cambridge University Press, (1991).
Dugdale, D Essentials of Electromagnetism. Macrnillan, (1993).
Eisberg, R & Resnick, R. Quantum Physics of Atoms, Molecules,
Solids, Nuclei, and Particles, 2nd, Ed. (Wiley, New York, 1985)
Fowles G.R. Introduction to Modern Optics, Holt Rinehart and
Winston 1968
Kittel, C. Introduction to So;lid State Physics, 5th Edn. Wiley, New
York 1976.
Neff, H.P. Basic Electromagnetic Fields. Harper and Row (1981)
Shen, L.S. and Kong J.A. Applied Electromagnetism. PWS
Publishers (1983)
Young M., Optics and Lasers, 3rd Rev. Edn. Springer, Berlin, 1986.
SE215 Instructional Design Principles
0 10 credit points 4 hourspw week Hawthorn
B
2. - Prerequisites: SE106 Assessment: assignments and
examination
A second year subject in the degree of Bachelor of Applied
Science in Multimedia Technology.
0 bjective
To provide an overview of the systematic approach to the
design, implementation and evaluation of instructional
programs and learning environments.
Content:
Instructional strategies and models.
Problem analysis and project description: Stakeholder
analysis; Identification of instructional goals; Identifying
Learners needs (sensitivity to entry level
behaviour);Defining learning objectives.
Instructional analysis and design: Identification of
appropriate instructional strategies; Use of criterion
referenced instruction and assessment; Incorporation of
learner feedback; Programs for novices vs programs for
experts; Optimal instructional sequences; Selecting and
developing instructional materials; Choice of media/
integrating appropriate media.
Measurement of performance: Summative and formative
assessment; Assessment of objectives.
Program Evaluation: The importance of building evaluation
into program at design phase; Evaluation of all stakeholders
(not only program participants).
Recommended reading
Briggs, L.J., Instructional Design: Principles and Applications,
Educational Technology Publications, New Jersey, 1993
Dick, W. & Carey, L., l%e Systematic Design of Instruction,
3rd edn, Scott, Foresham & Co., Glenview, 1990
Seels, B. & Glasgow, Z., Exercises in Instructional Design,
Merrill Publishing Company, Columbus, 1990
SE2 18C
SE2 18M Physics 3
10 credit points 4 hours per week Hawthorn
Prerequisites SE128C & SE128M Assessment: test and
examination.
A second year subject in the degree of Bachelor of Applied
Science (Computing and Instrumentation) and (Medical
Biophysics and Instrumentation)
0 b jectives
To develop an understanding of fundamental physics, both
classical and modern, at post introductory level.
Content
Quantum Mechanics:
Statistical interpretation, Uncertainty principle, Schrodinger
s equation; Particle in a well, Transmission and Reflection at
a potential barrier, Quantum Mechanical Tunnelling.
Solid State Physics:
Introduction to many body quantum mechanics, Pauli
Exclusion Principle, Sommerfeld theory of electronic
behaviour in crystals, Kronig-Penny model. Band theory;
Intrinsic and extrinsic semi-conductors.
Electromagnetism:
Electric and magnetic fields and Maxwell s equations. Scalar
and vector potentials. Fields in dielectric, magnetic and
conducting materials, polarization and magnetization,
constitutive relations, Maxwell s equations in macroscopic
form ; Energy in electromagnetic fields; Electrostatic
problems, solutions of Poisson s equations; Magnetostatic
problems Electromagnetic waves in vacuum and in simple
non-conducting and conducting media; Reflection and
transmission at boundaries.