Dr G. Smith
33 lectures; weekly tutorials; 3 hours laboratory work each week. First and second terms. 5 points.
Pre-requisites. Physics 160 or 140 or 120, Mathematics 182 or 171.
SYLLABUS 1. Gaussian optics
Refraction at plane and spherical surfaces; limitations of Gaussian optics.
The thick lens, cardinal points, equivalent and vertex powers. Prism optics. Paraxial theory of optical instruments, stops, magnification. The aberration polynomial. Optical materials.
2. Aberrations of optical systems
Image quality assessment, the optical transfer function. Resolution of optical instruments. Interference and interferometers. Diffraction. Thin film optics. Polarization. Sources and detectors. Coherent optical pro- cesses, holography. Fibre optics. Atmospheric optics.
BOOKS
Preliminary reading:
Tolansky S Revolution in Optics Penguin 1968 Prescribed textbook:
Longhurst R S Geometrical and Physical Optics 2nd ed Longmans 1967 A battery-operated electronic calculator is a useful tool for practical class and computational exercises. Students intending to purchase a calcu- lator would seek the advice of the lecturer in charge.
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EXAMINATION
One 3-hour written paper in August examination period. Laboratory work is assessed continuously throughout the course.
436-201. APPLIED THERMODYNAMICS PART 1
A course of one lecture per week and about 38 hours devoted to labor- atory and tutorial work.
The subject matter Is Included In the following topics.
SYLLABUS
Fundamental concepts, system and control volume, system properties, heat and work, ideal non flow and flow processes. Laws of thermo- dynamics, internal energy and entropy as properties, Carnot's principle, Clausius inequality, direct and reversed heat engines, absolute temper- ature, thermal and isentropic efficiencies.
Properties of a pure substance, change of phase, triple and critical points for 120. Graphical and tabular representation of properties, steam and air tables. Vapour equations of state, ideal gas rule, gas constants, perfect gases.
Non reactive mixtures of ideal gases, Dalton's law, Gibbs law, Leduc's law, partial volume, partial pressure. Reactive mixtures of ideal gases, molal, gravimetric, and volumetric analyses, stoicheiometric combus- tion. Introduction to ideal power cycles for reciprocating and rotary prime movers. Carnot, Rankine, and other cycles for vapours. Carnot, Otto, Diesel, Mixed, Joule, and other cycles for ideal gases.
BOOKS
Recommended textbooks:
Students should select one from the following:
Van Wylen G J & Sonntag R E Fundamentals of Classical Thermodynamics, 2nd ed Wiley I E 1973
Reynolds W C & Perkins H C Engineering Thermodynamics, McGraw-Hill 1970
Bacon D H Engineering Thermodynamics, Butterworth 1972
In addition each student will be expected to acquire a copy of the following vapour and gas tables:
Haywood R W Thermodynamics Tables In S.I. (metric) Units, Cambridge UP 1968
Note: Alternative books may be approved by the lecturer and others may be referred to throughout the course.
EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper for pass and honours combined. In order to pass the subject, students must reach a satisfactory standard both In the prac- tical work and In the written paper.
436-211. APPLIED THERMODYNAMICS 1S
A course of 26 lectures, 26 tutorials and about 15 hours devoted to laboratory demonstrations and field excursions.
SYLLABUS
1. Principles of Classical Thermodynamics
Definitions of system and control volume, system properties. Introduc- tion to thermodynamic axioms, entropy function. Processes and cycles.
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Properties of working substances, state equations, use of charts and tables of fluid properties.
Non reactive and reactive mixtures of ideal gases.
Engineering applications to power and refrigeration machinery, cooling towers, drying processes, and air conditioning plant.
2. Introduction to heat transfer
Basic modes of conduction, convection, and radiation.
Combined mode heat transfer.
Engineering applications to radiation properties of materials, furnaces and fired heat exchangers, use of extended surfaces, industrial heat exchangers, large scale atmospheric heat transfers.
BOOKS
Recommended textbook:
Bacon D H Engineering Thermodynamics, Butterworth 1972 EXAM I NAT ION
One 3-hour paper for pass and honours combined. In order to pass the subject, students must reach a satisfactory standard in the whole course.
700-021. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION (GENERAL COURSE)
One lecture per week, not more than five practical exercises and tutor- ials to be arranged as required.
SYLLABUS
A general survey of construction details of current building types from single-storey light timber-framed structures to large scale buildings of various forms.
Construction procedures, dimensional accuracy and materials of con- structlon, Including reference to large scale prefabricated components.
BOOKS
Foster J S Structure and Fabric Part I Ratsford
Sharp W W Australian Methods of Building Construction, Angus &
Robertson EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper. Results of practical exercises will be Incorporated in the examination.
311-201. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION I Organizational Behaviour
A course of one seminar a week with tutorial classes each fortnight throughout the year.
SYLLABUS
The organization as a system for the division of labour, as a system of authority and as a communication system. The effect of position in the formal structure of the organization on the attitude and behaviour of individuals.
The elements of social structure with particular reference to small groups. Human problems In organizations; motivation and morale.
BOOKS
Preliminary reading:
Lupton T Management and the Social Sciences, Penguin 1971
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Prescribed textbooks:
•Byrt W J Theories of Organization, McGraw-Hill 1973 Byrt W J People and Organizations, McGraw-Hill 1971
•Hicks H G The Management of Organizations, 2nd ed McGraw-Hill 1972
*Kast F E & Rosenzweig J E Organization & Management: A Systems Approach, McGraw-Hill 1970
Case Book:
Craig H F Australian Case Studies and Readings in Business Administra- tion, 3rd ed Law Book Co 1971
EXAMINATION
One 3-hour paper and class assignments.