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Ever wondered what a principle quantum number is? Our science courses will gently demystify the complexities of physics, chemistry, mathematics and biology with plenty of time for questions. Our tutors are qualified and supportive and our students help create the relaxed community feel we pride ourselves on. Go on challenge yourself!

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Introduction to Quantum Physics

Quantum physics underpins all of modern science. We could not understand chemistry, biology, nuclear phenomena, computer chips and solar energy if we could not rely on quantum theory. In this short course, we shall explain the reasons for the birth of quantum physics, and describe some of the basic principles and concepts that form the foundations... [More]

Introduction to Quantum Physics

04 Aug

Thu 04 Aug - Thu 01 Sep 2022

10am - 12pm (UTC+10:00) 5 sessions, 10 hours total

Michael Gal

When	Time	Where
Thu 04 Aug 2022	10am - 12pm (UTC+10:00)	L2 - Room 204 - WEA Sydney
Thu 11 Aug 2022	10am - 12pm (UTC+10:00)	L2 - Room 204 - WEA Sydney
Thu 18 Aug 2022	10am - 12pm (UTC+10:00)	L2 - Room 204 - WEA Sydney
Thu 25 Aug 2022	10am - 12pm (UTC+10:00)	L2 - Room 204 - WEA Sydney
Thu 01 Sep 2022	10am - 12pm (UTC+10:00)	L2 - Room 204 - WEA Sydney

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Climate Change, Climate Variability, and Two Summers from Hell

Australia is known as a land of droughts and flooding rains, a cycle largely driven by the “ocean modes” ENSO (El Nino/La Nina and the Southern Oscillation), and the recently identified Indian Ocean Dipole. These are examples of Climate Variability, and are the key drivers of our seasonal climate. However, Climate Change is driving both to more... [More]

Climate Change, Climate Variability, and Two Summers from Hell

17 Aug

Wed 17 Aug

12:15pm - 2:15pm (UTC+10:00) 1 session, 2 hours total

Michael Box

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Wed 17 Aug 2022	12:15pm - 2:15pm (UTC+10:00)	L3 - Room 311 - WEA Sydney

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DNA - Decoded

Our knowledge of life has been revolutionised by the finding that DNA is the molecule that carries the genetic information that determines the characteristics of any organism. This course will introduce students to the history of the discovery of the chemical structure of DNA, the structure itself, its role in the transmission of genetic... [More]

DNA - Decoded

20 Aug

Sat 20 Aug

9:30am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) 1 session, 3.5 hours total

Paul Howles

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 20 Aug 2022	9:30am - 1pm (UTC+10:00)	Classroom TBA - WEA Sydney

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The Australian Overland Telegraph Line

On 22 August 1872 the construction of the Australian Overland Telegraph Line between Port Augusta in South Australia and Darwin in the Northern Territory was completed, connecting Australia to the rest of the world. Spanning more than 3,000km through barren outback terrain, this achievement is one of the highlights of 19th century Australian... [More]

The Australian Overland Telegraph Line

26 Aug

Fri 26 Aug

6pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) 1 session, 2.5 hours total

Jo Gerk

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Fri 26 Aug 2022	6pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00)	GF - David Stewart Room - WEA Sydney

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Thomas Harriot: Un-famous Genius

Thomas Harriot was an Elizabethan mathematician and scientist. He found employment with Walter Raleigh as his navigation specialist in his endeavours to found a colony on Roanoke Island in North America. There he studied the customs and religious practices of the local Algonquin Indians, and produced the first dictionary of a New World language.... [More]

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