Units at UWA in Space
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There are many degrees at the University of Western Australia that will lead you to a space career. We've listed just some of the specialist units taught by our researchers that may interest you below. Each contains a link to the wider degree and more information in the UWA Handbook. If you'd like more advice on working towards a space industry career, we're happy to help. Call the Centre on 6488 1135 or email isc@uwa.edu.au.
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Our Universe [SCIE1121]
For countless millennia people have yearned to understand our place in the universe. Cultures have asked deep questions—what is space, what is time, what are the secrets of the universe? The unity of the human yearning to understand our place in the universe is expressed in rich diversity of beliefs.
UWA HandbookOur Place in Space [SCIE2212]
This unit takes students from traditional beliefs across different cultures (with a particular focus on the rich cultural tradition of Australian Aboriginal solar system astronomy) to modern discoveries about the planets, their internal structure and how they were created.
UWA HandbookRussia and the Soviet Union 1900-2000 [HIST2917]
Emerging from the Stalin regime as a global superpower, the Soviet Union, expanded to an empire spanning now from Berlin to Japan, locked horns for planetary supremacy with the USA.
UWA HandbookData Structures and Algorithms [CITS2200]
This unit studies the specification, implementation and time-and-space performance of a range of commonly used ADTs and corresponding algorithms in an object-oriented setting.
UWA HandbookStellar Astrophysics and Frontier Astronomy [PHYS2100]
In this unit, students will learn about (1) the astrophysics of stellar evolution, stellar objects and black holes; and (2) the astronomy techniques used to observe these and other systems.
UWA HandbookAstrophysics and Space Science [PHYS3003]
Includes the physical principles underlying radiation mechanisms, planetary astronomy, stellar birth and evolution, astronomy techniques, neutron stars and supernovae, optical telescope projects and computer modelling laboratories.
UWA HandbookEmbedded Systems [ELEC3020]
Learning the basics about microcontrollers, sensors and actuators; Needed for building any embedded system or robot; Building a working autonomous robot as a team project
UWA HandbookMechatronics [AUTO3002]
The design unit of the Automation and Robotics degree; Teams build a robotic system from scratch to compete in the Warman competition.
UWA HandbookAstrophysics and Space Science [PHYS3003]
The physical principles underlying radiation mechanisms, planetary astronomy, stellar birth and evolution, astronomy techniques, neutron stars and supernovae, optical telescope projects and computer modelling laboratories.
UWA HandbookRobot Manipulators and Automation [AUTO4507]
Work on industrial robot arms; Program a real industrial automation street.
UWA HandbookGravitational Wave and High Energy Astronomy [PHYS4420]
This unit will provide students with a broad and thorough understanding of gravitational wave astronomy, including the key astrophysical processes governing the evolution and radiation of gravitational wave sources and the emission mechanisms for high energy particles and radiation.
UWA HandbookGalaxies and Galactic Dynamics [PHYS4419]
This unit will provide the student with a broad and thorough understanding of the observed properties of galaxies and the key physical processes affecting their evolution and dynamics. Key topics include (1) galactic structure and morphology; (2) distance indicators; (3) scaling relations; and (4) large scale structures and environmental effects.
UWA HandbookMobile Robots [AUTO4508]
Work with real and simulated driving robots; Use the EyeSim simulator and the ROS-2 libaries.
UWA HandbookSpace and Satellite Law [LAWS5577]
This unit provides a comprehensive introduction to two interrelated areas: (1) the laws relating to outer space; and (2) the regulation of satellites.
UWA HandbookResearch Proposal in Astronomy and Astrophysics [PHYS5562]
Investigate a specific topic area in astronomy and astrophysics, develop specific knowledge in that area based on your broader knowledge of astronomy and astrophysics, and communicate this in a written literature review that forms part of a research proposal.
UWA HandbookDissertation in Astronomy and Astrophysics [PHYS5563]
Finalise and report on the research that was planned in the unit “Research Proposal in Astronomy and Astrophysics”, and then executed in the units “Research Project Parts 1 – 4".
UWA HandbookRadio Astronomy and the Interstellar Medium [PHYS5514]
In this unit students learn about the various constituents and physical processes taking place in the interstellar medium (ISM) of galaxies, and how to use radio telescopes to detect the gas reservoirs out of which new stars are made.
UWA Handbook