Micro-credential Summary:
This online micro-credential requires you to choose ONE module to complete the elective required for Physics Essentials. You can select either the Two Dimensional Mechanics OR Light and Optics. We recommended you choose the module that best relates to your area of interest, future studies or career.
Two Dimensional Mechanics: This module will introduce you to mechanics - the study of the motion of objects (20 hours).
Light and Optics: This module will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of light and optics (20 hours).
Note:
You only need to complete the assessment attached to the module you have chosen.
You can complete both modules and their assessments if you choose to.
The highest assessment score you achieve will be the result recorded for this micro-credential.
Students who successfully complete the CQUniversity School of Access Education's Physics Essentials set of 6 micro-credentials, may receive a unit exemption from the equivalent CL03 Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) unit with CQUniversity.
To be eligible for this exemption, students must have completed:
- PDC116776 Maths in Physics Applications
- PDC116777 Mechanics - Motion, Forces and Energy
- PDC116778 Matter, Nuclear and Thermodynamics
- PDC116779 Electricity and Magnetism
- PDC116780 Physics Essentials - Elective Module
- PDC116781 Assessment Module - Physics Essentials
This online micro-credential provides a digital badge which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.
Learning Outcomes:
Two Dimensional Mechanics
- Calculate displacement, velocity, acceleration, force and weight in 2D
- Apply Newton’s laws of motion to solve problems in 2D including projectile motion and collision problems.
Light and Optics
- Define and solve problems involving reflection and refraction of light
- Apply mirror and lens properties to determine the properties of the image formed.
Fee: $55
Duration: 20 hours
Intakes:
There are no specific requirements; however, it is recommended to complete these micro-credentials before enrolling in this micro-credential.
- PDC106144 Linear Equations and Inequalities
- PDC106278 Quadratic Equations
- PDC106280 Introduction to Geometry and Trigonometry (For Two Dimensional Mechanics)
- PDC116776 Maths in Physics Applications
Our micro-credentials are available for anyone to access. You do not have to be a CQUniversity student.
Study Mode: Online
Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations:
Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a Digital Badge and a Certificate of Completion.
Students who successfully complete the set of 6 micro-credentials* developed from the unit PHYS40110, Introductory Physics, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for exemption, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.
*Includes the following micro-credentials:
- PDC116776 Maths in Physics Applications
- PDC116777 Mechanics - Motion, Forces and Energy
- PDC116778 Matter, Nuclear and Thermodynamics
- PDC116779 Electricity and Magnetism
- PDC116780 Physics Essentials - Elective Module
- PDC116781 Assessment Module_Physics Essentials
Course Enquiries: ProgramManager_AccessEd@cqu.edu.au