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4126

MATHS 110

: Mathematics for Natural Sciences
2025 Semester One (1253)
A general entry to Mathematics for the natural sciences, following Year 13 Mathematics. Covers selected topics in algebra and calculus and their application to chemistry, biology and other natural sciences. Prerequisite: MATHS 102 or 108 or at least 13 credits in Mathematics at NCEA Level 3, or D or better in Cambridge A2 Mathematics, C or better in AS Mathematics, pass in IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL or HL)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: ENGGEN 150, ENGSCI 111, MATHS 208, 250. More than 15 points from MATHS 120 and 130

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4127

MATHS 130

: Calculus
2022 Semester Two (1225)
A foundation for further mathematics courses, essential for students intending to major in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or who want a strong mathematical component to their degree. Develops skills and knowledge in calculus of functions of a single variable. Recommended preparation: Merit or excellence in the Differentiation Standard 91578 at NCEA Level 3. <i>Prerequisite: MATHS 208, or B- or higher in MATHS 108, or A- or higher in MATHS 110, or A+ in MATHS 102, or at least 18 credits in Mathematics at NCEA Level 3 including at least 9 credits at merit or excellence, or B in CIE A2 Mathematics, or 5 out of 7 in IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL or HL)</i>
Subject: Mathematics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4128

MATHS 190G

: Great Ideas Shaping our World
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Mathematics contains many powerful and beautiful ideas that have shaped the way we understand our world. This course explores some of the grand successes of mathematical thinking. No formal mathematics background is required, just curiosity about topics such as infinity, paradoxes, cryptography, knots and fractals.
Subject: Mathematics
No pre-requisites or restrictions
4129

MATHS 190G

: Great Ideas Shaping our World
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Mathematics contains many powerful and beautiful ideas that have shaped the way we understand our world. This course explores some of the grand successes of mathematical thinking. No formal mathematics background is required, just curiosity about topics such as infinity, paradoxes, cryptography, knots and fractals.
Subject: Mathematics
No pre-requisites or restrictions
4130

MATHS 710

: Directed Study in Mathematics Education
2021 Summer School (1210)
Subject: Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATHS 302 or significant teaching experience or department approval

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4131

MATHS 734

: Algebraic Geometry
2021 Semester One (1213)
Algebraic geometry is a branch of mathematics studying zeros of polynomials. The fundamental objects in algebraic geometry are algebraic varieties i.e., solution sets of systems of polynomial equations.
Subject: Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATHS 332 and at least one of MATHS 320, 328
Restriction: MATHS 334

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4132

MATHS 776B

: Honours Research Project
2023 Semester One (1233)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: MATHS 791 To complete this course students must enrol in MATHS 776 A and B, or MATHS 776
4133

MATHS 776B

: Honours Research Project
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: MATHS 791 To complete this course students must enrol in MATHS 776 A and B, or MATHS 776
4134

MATHS 776B

: Honours Research Project
2022 Semester One (1223)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: MATHS 791 To complete this course students must enrol in MATHS 776 A and B, or MATHS 776
4135

MATHS 776B

: Honours Research Project
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: MATHS 791 To complete this course students must enrol in MATHS 776 A and B, or MATHS 776
4136

MATHS 776B

: Honours Research Project
2021 Semester One (1213)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: MATHS 791 To complete this course students must enrol in MATHS 776 A and B, or MATHS 776
4137

MATHS 776B

: Honours Research Project
2020 Semester Two (1205)
Subject: Mathematics
Restriction: MATHS 791 To complete this course students must enrol in MATHS 776 A and B, or MATHS 776
4138

PHYSICS 100

: Models and Reality
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Explore the role of models in physical science and what they contribute to our understanding of the world, and the concepts of reductionism and emergence. Topics include particle physics, materials science, and climate; and the use of models that explain dynamics of populations and artificial systems, including epidemiology, flocking in birds and fish, and the spread of information in social networks.
Subject: Physics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4139

PHYSICS 100G

: Models and Reality
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Explore the role of models in physical science and what they contribute to our understanding of the world, and the concepts of reductionism and emergence. Topics include particle physics, materials science, and climate; and the use of models that explain dynamics of populations and artificial systems, including epidemiology, flocking in birds and fish, and the spread of information in social networks.
Subject: Physics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4140

PHYSICS 107

: Planets, Stars and Galaxies
2020 Semester Two (1205)
This course tells the story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
Subject: Physics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4141

PHYSICS 107

: Planets, Stars and Galaxies
2020 Semester One (1203)
This course tells the story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
Subject: Physics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4142

PHYSICS 107G

: Planets, Stars and Galaxies
2020 Semester Two (1205)
This course tells the story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
Subject: Physics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4143

PHYSICS 107G

: Planets, Stars and Galaxies
2020 Semester One (1203)
This course tells the story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
Subject: Physics
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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4144

PHYSICS 120

: Advancing Physics 1
2020 Semester Two (1205)
For students progressing in physical science. Key topics are mechanics, energy, rotation, oscillations, waves and thermodynamics. This is a calculus based course, focusing on fundamental principles, problem solving and hands-on exercises. <i>Prerequisite: PHYSICS 102, or at least 4 credits in the Mechanics (91524) or Waves (91523) standards in NCEA Level 3 Physics and at least 6 credits in the Differentiation (91578) or Integration (91579) standards in NCEA Level 3 Calculus, or equivalent with departmental approval</i>
Subject: Physics
Restriction: PHYSICS 160

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4145

PHYSICS 121

: Advancing Physics 2
2020 Semester Two (1205)
For students progressing in physical science. Key topics are electrostatics, electromagnetism, circuits, optics, relativity and quantum mechanics. This is a calculus based course, focusing on fundamental principles, problem solving and hands-on exercises. <i>Prerequisite: PHYSICS 120, or 24 credits in the Mechanics (91524), Electricity (91526), Differentiation (91578), Integration (91579) standards in NCEA Level 3 at merit or excellence, or equivalent with departmental approval</i>
Subject: Physics
Restriction: PHYSICS 150

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4146

PHYSICS 121

: Advancing Physics 2
2020 Semester One (1203)
For students progressing in physical science. Key topics are electrostatics, electromagnetism, circuits, optics, relativity and quantum mechanics. This is a calculus based course, focusing on fundamental principles, problem solving and hands-on exercises. <i>Prerequisite: PHYSICS 120, or 24 credits in the Mechanics (91524), Electricity (91526), Differentiation (91578), Integration (91579) standards in NCEA Level 3 at merit or excellence, or equivalent with departmental approval</i>
Subject: Physics
Restriction: PHYSICS 150

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4147

PHYSICS 245

: Frontiers of Physics
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Surveys the research frontier in physics and astrophysics. Topics will be drawn from gravitational wave detection and black holes, searches for extrasolar planets, complexity theory and networks, lasers and frequency combs, Bose-Einstein condensates, Bell’s Theorem and quantum technology.
Subject: Physics
Prerequisite: 15 points from PHYSICS 121, 150 and 15 points from ENGSCI 211, MATHS 208, 250, PHYSICS 211

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4148

PHYSICS 331

: Classical Mechanics and Electrodynamics
2021 Semester One (1213)
Advanced topics in classical mechanics and electromagnetism, including variational and least action principles in mechanics, the physical basis of magnetism, and the four-vector treatment of special relativity and electromagnetism.
Subject: Physics
Prerequisite: 15 points from PHYSICS 201, 231, 15 points from PHYSICS 202, 261 and 15 points from PHYSICS 211, MATHS 253, 260, ENGSCI 211
Restriction: PHYSICS 315, 325

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4149

PHYSICS 332

: Fluid Mechanics
2021 Semester One (1213)
Surveys fluid mechanics using the Navier-Stokes equations, covering Newtonian and simple non-Newtonian fluids, and examples from soft condensed matter. Different flow regimes will be studied, from small-scale laminar flows to large-scale turbulent and potential flows, and flows in rotating frames of reference. Applications range from microfluidics to geophysical fluids. Numerical approaches and computational tools will be introduced.
Subject: Physics
Prerequisite: 15 points from PHYSICS 201, 231 and 15 points from PHYSICS 211, MATHS 253, 260, ENGSCI 211

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4150

PHYSICS 332

: Fluid Mechanics
2020 Semester One (1203)
Surveys fluid mechanics using the Navier-Stokes equations, covering Newtonian and simple non-Newtonian fluids, and examples from soft condensed matter. Different flow regimes will be studied, from small-scale laminar flows to large-scale turbulent and potential flows, and flows in rotating frames of reference. Applications range from microfluidics to geophysical fluids. Numerical approaches and computational tools will be introduced.
Subject: Physics
Prerequisite: 15 points from PHYSICS 201, 231 and 15 points from PHYSICS 211, MATHS 253, 260, ENGSCI 211

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