Applying Physics Skills (F3227)
Applying Physics Skills
Module F3227
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
The aims of the module are to develop and enhance the deployment of a broad range of basic skills and knowledge to elucidate real world problems and/or phenomena, and to move away from the notion that such problems can be solved with the knowledge from a single module. A variety of techniques, both analytical and numerical, will be required, and there will be an emphasis on justification and clear explanation of the physical principles applied.
Module learning outcomes
For a broad range of real-world problems, to be able identify clearly the question being asked and the physical principles involved [Assessments
To be able to express both the question and the solution in mathematical form
To be able to apply a range of analytic and numerical techniques to solve physical problem.
To be able to present solutions clearly, justifying the equations used, and interpreting the solutions in a physical way.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 10 | 25.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 4 | 25.00% |
| Portfolio | T2 Week 11 | 25.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 7 | 25.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Tutorial * | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Barry Garraway
Assess convenor, Convenor
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Dr Fedja Orucevic
Convenor
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