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One-Semester Physics Project and Report - 2025 entry

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MODULE TITLEOne-Semester Physics Project and Report CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEPHY3147 MODULE CONVENERDr Konstantina Papadopoulou (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11 11
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 12
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

This module comprises a one-term project, which may be theoretical or experimental, and is normally undertaken in a pair. These projects are open-ended. Although normally inspired by research in the Department, students may propose their own topics for investigation. Students will produce a formal written scientific report of their project.

AIMS - intentions of the module

Project work not only gives students the opportunity to carry out research or a detailed investigation into a specific area of experimental or theoretical physics but it also requires them to develop and apply analytical and problem-solving skills in a context where they won't be told the 'right' answer but must discover, and validate it themselves. This may involve devising explanations or solutions, use of the library, computer, and other resources, working in small groups, and in the presentation and communication of their work, in both written and oral form.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)
A student who has passed this module should be able to:
 
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
1. investigate areas of physics in a 2. systematic way using appropriate experimental and/or theoretical techniques;
systematically record their work in a notebook;
3. demonstrate an awareness of the general requirements of safety regulations;
4. identify any specific hazards associated with their particular project and/or its environment, describe the associated procedures for safe working, and explain the rationale for such procedures;
5. appropriately complete risk assessment forms (such as those published by the Department or the ) a required by their particular project;
6. include consideration of safety aspects in the design of experiments;
 
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
7. research and write background material;
8. report results and conclusions in a formal written report;
9. retrieve information from data-bases and libraries;
10. prepare and deliver an oral presentation;
 
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge:
11. organise a programme of work;
12. interact with other group members;
13. write reports containing original material or analysis;
14. use computers appropriately.
SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module
Term 1 Version
Week 1: Project allocated (Monday)
Week 3: Assessment of laboratory work
Week 5: Oral presentations (Friday)
Week 8: Assessment of laboratory work
Weeks 9/10: Discussion of plan for report
Week 11: Formal Report deadline (Friday 1600)
 
Term 2 Version
Week 1: Project allocated (Monday)
Week 3: Assessment of laboratory work
Week 5: Oral presentations (Friday)
Week 8: Assessment of laboratory work
Weeks 9/10: Discussion of plan for report
Week 11: Formal Report deadline (Friday 1600)
 
Students work on their project for one term and must write-up the project in a formal report which must be handed in before the vacation. This will be typset with LaTeX or word-processed (for word-limit see 'Assessment Methods' above). It will review the background to the project, outline the work done and the results obtained in the project. Details of the various exercises and the assessment criteria are given in the BSc Final Year Projects section of the Physics handbook.
 

 

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 99 Guided Independent Study 51 Placement / Study Abroad
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled learning & teaching activities 99 hours 33×3-hour laboratory sessions
Guided independent study 51 hours Reading and private study
     

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Discussions with demonstrator (0%) 1-hour weekly (Term 1, Weeks 1-11 or Term 2, Weeks 1-11) 1-11  
Term 1 Laboratory work (0%) 10 minute notebook review and discussion (formative) (Term 1, Week 3) 1-6, 9, 11, 12, 14  
       
       
       

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 60 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams 40
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Term 1 Laboratory work 20% 15 minute notebook review and discussion (summative) (Term 1, Week 8) 1-6, 9, 11, 12, 14 Written and verbal
Oral Presentation 20% 15 minutes 10 Written and verbal
Formal Report 60% 4000 words 7, 8, 13 Written and verbal
         
         

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Re-assessment is not available except when required by referral or deferral.

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Re-assessment is not available for this module.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
ELE:
 
 

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Wednesday 13th March 2024 LAST REVISION DATE Monday 24th February 2025
KEY WORDS SEARCH Physics; Project; Work; Assessment; Report; Form; Presentation; Safety; Poster.

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