General Physics - PHYSC100 (2021)

This paper provides an introduction to the core ideas in physics. Topics covered include kinematics, mechanics, fluids, electric and magnetic forces and fields, electric circuits, optics, modern physics and relativity, taught in a problem solving context.

Paper Information

Points: 15.0
Prerequisite(s): 14 credits at Level 2 in NCEA Mathematics or Physics, or a minimum of 8 credits at Level 3 in NCEA across Mathematics and/or Physics
Internal assessment / examination: 50:50
Restriction(s): PHYS100, APHYS111

Note: Students must gain a minimum of 40% on the final exam in order to receive a clear pass on this paper. Students who do not achieve this will receive a maximum grade of an RP.

Trimesters and Locations

Occurrence Code When taught Where taught
21A (HAM)A Trimester : 1 Mar 2021 - 27 Jun 2021 Hamilton

PHYSC100-21H (HAM), 21X (HAM) have been cancelled. Please contact the School or Faculty Office for more information.

Cancelled Occurrences

Cancelled Occurrences
21H (HAM)H Teaching period : 4 Jan 2021 - 21 Feb 2021 Hamilton
21X (HAM)X Teaching period : 11 Jan 2021 - 21 Feb 2021 Hamilton

Timetabled Lectures

The Timetable for 2021 is not available.


Indicative Fees for General Physics (PHYSC100)

Occurrence Domestic International
 Tuition Resource 
21A (HAM) $910 $4217
You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.
Tuition fees shown below are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment - please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information.

Paper Outlines for General Physics (PHYSC100)

The following paper outlines are available for General Physics (PHYSC100).
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Additional Information

Available Subjects:  Applied Physics | Disciplinary Foundation Papers | Engineering | Science | Software Engineering

Other available years: General Physics - PHYSC100 (2023) , General Physics - PHYSC100 (2022) , General Physics for Engineers - PHYSC100 (2020) , General Physics - PHYSC100 (2019) , General Physics - PHYSC100 (2018)

Paper details current as of : 23 May 2023 7:40pm
Indicative fees current as of : 27 May 2023 4:30am

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