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Unit Overview

Description

In this unit, students will begin to investigate a specific topic area in computational physics in either the classical or the quantum domain. Under close supervision, students will carry out a through literature review of their chosen research topic to understand the scope of the stated problem, its significance and what have been done previously. Students will learn the necessary computational and mathematical methods, the use of LaTeX, professional scientific writing skills, referencing conventions appropriate to physics and research ethics in general. They will also be exposed to the practical tools and professional standards needed to develop a research project, to write a research proposal, to give an oral presentation, where they will be prepared to answer questions and to defend their proposal.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) execute a thorough and critical literature review of their chosen research topic; (2) apply advanced computational and mathematical methods; (3) communicate effectively through preparation of presentation and oral defense of the proposal

; and (4) work within the research group and start research in the proposed project.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) research proposal and (2) oral defense of research proposal. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Jingbo Wang
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in the
CM015 Bachelor of Science [Frontier Physics] and Master of Physics
or the 53560 Master of Physics
and Enrolment (other than course) in the SP-CMPPH Computational Physics specialisation and
completion of the core units in the Physics major or equivalent
Contact hours
Average 1 hour per week (students meet with their project supervisors throughout the semester to define the content of the literature review and research proposal)
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.