SED323

Physics For Integrated Science

Education
300 level
2 credit units
103 pages
19 units

This course introduces fundamental physics concepts relevant to integrated science, focusing on magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, and modern physics. Participants will explore theories, principles, and applications of these concepts, enhancing their understanding of physics within an integrated science context. The course covers topics such as magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, and radioactivity, equipping students with cognitive and psychomotor skills for real-world applications and further development.

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About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 60 hours
Maths: Intermediate
Content: Theoretical, practical, problem solving
Practical work: Yes

Before you start

Basic Physics
Integrated Science

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor marked assignments
Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of SED323, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

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SED323 · UNIT 2 ELECTROMAGNETS AND THE APPLICATIONS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC FORCE

Now, consider the direction of a magnetic field is taken as the direction of the force on a North pole, if placed in the field. Also lines of force can be drawn to indicate the field on non-uniform (earth’s local field), solf iron (earths field and solenoid) imagine the nature of the magnetic field, then draw the sketch.

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What you should be able to do

Define and explain concepts related to magnetic fields and electromagnetism.
Describe the principles of electromagnetic induction and its applications.
Apply Faraday's and Lenz's Laws to solve problems.
Explain the working principles of dynamos, generators, transformers, and electric motors.
Describe the structure of the nuclear atom and the properties of radioactivity.
Explain nuclear reactions, fission, and fusion processes.
Apply the principles of relativity to understand space and time.

What it prepares you for

Careers

Science Teacher
Laboratory Technician
Research Assistant
Physics Instructor
Science Communicator

Where it is applied

Education
Research
Telecommunications
Energy
Electronics

Tools

Galvanometer
Oscilloscope
Radiation detectors

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 1: Magnetic Fields
Unit 6: Biot-Savert Law
Application of Biot-Savart law requires strong understanding of vector calculus and integration to compute magnetic fields from complex current distributions.
Module 3: Modern Physics
Unit 8: Relativity
Understanding the principles of relativity requires a shift in classical intuition about space and time, making it difficult to grasp the non-absolute nature of these concepts.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 1: Concept and Meaning of Magnetic Fields · 2 hours
  Understand the concept of magnetic fields and their properties.. Sketch magnetic fields around magnets and various materials.. Learn about magnetic field lines and their characteristics..
Week 2Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 2: Electromagnets and the Applications of Electromagnetic Force · 2 hours
  Explain the concept of electromagnets and their temporary magnetism.. Identify applications of electromagnets in industry and everyday devices.. Describe the workings of an electric bell and telephone earpiece..
Week 3Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 3: Force on a Conductor · 2 hours
  Describe the force acting on a conductor in a magnetic field.. Define magnetic flux and its relationship to force.. Solve problems related to force on a conductor..
Week 4Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 4: Field Due to Solenoids · 2 hours
  Define solenoid and explain the magnetic field it produces.. Draw the magnetic field of a solenoid and understand its properties.. State the factors affecting magnetic flux in a solenoid..
Week 5Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 5: Field Due to Long Conductor · 2 hours
  Describe the behavior of a long current-carrying conductor.. State the factors affecting the magnetic flux of a long conductor.. Understand the relationship between magnetic flux and distance from the conductor..
Week 6Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 6: Biot-Savert Law · 2 hours
  Calculate magnetic flux density (B) for various conductor shapes.. Apply Biot-Savart Law to determine magnetic fields.. Calculate B for long straight wires and narrow coils..
Week 7Module 1: Magnetic Fields
- Unit 7: Forces Between Current · 2 hours
  Describe the forces between current-carrying conductors.. State the magnitude of force between parallel conductors.. Define Ampere in terms of force between conductors..
Week 8Module 2: Electromagnetic Induction
- Unit 1: Electromagnetic Induction · 2 hours
  Explain the meaning and conditions for electromagnetic induction.. Sketch the behavior of a bar magnet moving through a coil.. Understand the relationship between magnetic flux and induced current..
Week 9Module 2: Electromagnetic Induction
- Unit 2: Faraday's and Lenz's Law of Electromagnetic Induction · 2 hours
  State Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction.. Deduce the EMF induced in a coil during flux changes.. State Lenz's Law and its implications..
Week 10Module 2: Electromagnetic Induction
- Unit 3: The Dynamo Generator · 2 hours
  Explain the working principles of a Dynamo generator.. Understand how mechanical energy is converted to electrical energy.. Analyze the factors affecting the induced EMF in a generator..
Week 11Module 2: Electromagnetic Induction
- Unit 4: Transformer · 2 hours
  Define a transformer and its function.. Explain the working principles of a transformer.. Draw a typical transformer and label its components..
Week 12Module 2: Electromagnetic Induction
- Unit 5: Electric Motor · 2 hours
  Describe an electric motor and its components.. State and explain the working principle of an electric motor.. Identify applications of electric motors in daily life..
Week 13Module 3: Modern Physics
- Final Revision · 4 hours
  Review all modules and units.. Work on assignments and prepare for final examination.. Consult course materials and online resources for clarification..

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Review all unit objectives and ensure you can meet each one.
Practice solving numerical problems from each unit, focusing on application of formulas.
Create diagrams and concept maps linking electromagnetic induction principles.
Focus on understanding the differences between nuclear fission and fusion.
Review past Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and address any areas of weakness.
Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the final exam.
Practice time management during mock exams to improve speed and accuracy.

Questions students ask about this course

What is SED323 about?

How many units does SED323 have?

SED323, Physics For Integrated Science, has 19 units across 3 modules, over 103 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is SED323?

SED323 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Education.

Is SED323 hard?

SED323 is rated intermediate level, with intermediate mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and problem solving work, and it has a practical component.

How long does SED323 take to study?

About 60 hours of study, spread across its 19 units.

How is SED323 assessed?

SED323 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.

What do I need before starting SED323?

Basic Physics Integrated Science

What can I do with SED323?

Science Teacher, Laboratory Technician, Research Assistant, Physics Instructor and Science Communicator.