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Energy and Entropy - PHYS310
The physical world is governed by a myriad of laws, but two overriding thermodynamic principles guide and restrict this behaviour: the conservation of energy and the increase in entropy. This unit brings together the broad range of physical systems and theories studied by students throughout their degree, and explores how they are united and constrained by these two principles. Through rigorous analysis, research projects and group discussion we survey the impact of thermodynamic laws from the microscopic world to our own global energy challenges, while building core skills in communication.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr James Cresser |
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PHYS301(P) |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Physics and Astronomy Faculty of Science |
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