68315 Imaging Science

6cp; 5hpw

Requisite(s): (68201 Physics in Action OR 68037 Physical Modelling) AND (33290c Statistics and Mathematics for Science OR 33230 Mathematical Modelling 2)

This subject builds upon the study of waves, optics and electromagnetics undertaken in an introductory physics subject. It assumes knowledge of calculus and of complex numbers. The subject considers how different forms of radiation are used to observe the world from the molecular scale upwards. It introduces the wave description of electromagnetic radiation. Different sources and detectors, as well as the corresponding techniques of image formation, are considered. The design of imaging systems and their resolution limits are analysed. The subject includes a significant experimental component which emphasises the importance of careful analysis and clear presentation of observations.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $889.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,250.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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