JumpStart Physics
Dates
Monday 1 – Friday 19 February 2010
Location
Ground Floor, Department of Physics, Science III Building
Notes:
- JumpStart Physics is a full-time course over three weeks which cannot be taken with a Summer School paper.
- This course does not qualify for entitlement to government student loans or allowances.
About the course
The purpose of the course is to provide the background knowledge necessary for successful entry to PHSI 191 Biological Physics.
Jumpstart Physics has been designed for students who have either not taken Year 12 (NCEA Level 2) Physics or have achieved fewer than 14 credits at NCEA Level 2. The course should enable students to enter PHSI 191 with the recommended background knowledge and study skills in Physics. The course will be time-intensive over the three-week period.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, General Science and Mathematics at NCEA Level 1 or above would be an advantage.
Restrictions
Students who have achieved:
- 14 credits and higher in NCEA Level 2 Physics or General Science, or
- a pass in Sixth Form Certificate Physics or Science
will not be accepted except with the approval of the Head of Department.
Time commitment
25 hours per week: lectures, tutorials and laboratories, plus 5 homework assignments per week.
Lecturer
Dr Terry Scott (course coordinator)
Prescribed textbook
Franklin, K.E. et al., Biological Physics, Department of Physics, University of Otago, 2010. This is available from the Uniprint Shop.
Tuition fees
$700 domestic, $1200 international
A confirmed place will only be granted to students who have paid fees.
Enrolment
You can download an enrolment brochure for JumpStart Physics at http://www.physics.otago.ac.nz or by calling the Summer School Office on 03 479 9181.
Note: Do not enrol in this course on the University of Otago Registration Form for Summer School and semesters.
Class limit
Maximum 75
Residential accommodation
JumpStart Physics students who would like to stay in a residential facility should contact St Margaret's College, 333 Leith Street, Dunedin North:
Tel 03 479 5540
Email annmarie@smc.ac.nz
Fax 03 479 5541
St Margaret's College is the designated residence for Bridging Chemistry and JumpStart Physics. The price for the period 1 February - 19 February 2010 is $NZ960 (includes room and all meals).
