Physics Year 2 Lab (F3226)
Physics Year 2 Laboratory
Module F3226
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
To teach the student how to perform experiments, make measurements, analyse data, and present conclusions in the form of a report.
To demonstrate some principles of physics which complement the material in the lecture modules.
Pre-Requisite
Pre-requisites:
Level 4: (F3222) Physics Year 1 Laboratory [T2]
Module learning outcomes
Operate a range of instruments used in physical measurements to obtain meaningful data.
Deduce an overall uncertainty in the numerical result obtained from an experiment.
Report clearly, in written form, on the results obtained and the conclusions drawn from a particular experiment.
Be able to apply to experiments the basic laws of Physics such as Maxwell's equations, thermodynamic principles and basic quantum physics.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 15.00% | |
| Coursework components. Average of best 1 coursework marks. | ||
| Report | T1 Week 9 | |
| Report | T1 Week 5 | |
| Coursework | 85.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | XVAC Week 1 | 25.00% |
| Portfolio | T1 Week 11 | 75.00% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 5 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Jeff Hartnell
Assess convenor, Convenor
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Dr Fedja Orucevic
Convenor
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