Title: |
3048, Physics A |
Institution: |
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, New Zealand |
Level: |
Certificate, continuing education. |
Description: |
The syllabus for this course was announced by the Authority for Advanced Vocational Awards (now New Zealand Qualifications Authority) in 1985. The starting level is stage 1 physics at university level. The course is written in 10 assignments - 1 on velocity and acceleration, 1 on mass and force, 2 on circular motion, 0.5 on fluid dynamics, 1 on gases, 1.5 on heat, 1 on wave motion, 1 on interference of waves, 0.5 on light, and 0.5 on electricity. Assessment is by assignments. Prerequisite(s): 2019 Physics or equivalent. Programmes for which this course is required or in which it can be included: New Zealand Certificate in Science (Chemistry) New Zealand Certificate in Science (Physics). |
Languages: |
English |
Media and methods employed:
Printed text, tutorial support, residential schools. |
Students must attend a laboratory course at the Central Institute of Technology (CIT), Heretaunga. |
Administrative information: |
This course requires 3-4 hours of study each week for 30 weeks.
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Classification: |
070430 PHYSICS
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Date: |
22 December 1997 da Source: prospectus
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