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PHY3147 One-Semester Physics Project and Report2007-2008Code: PHY3147Title: One-Semester Physics Project and Report Instructors: Prof. T. Naylor CATS credits: 15 ECTS credits: 7.5 Availability: one-year physics (UL11) only Level: 3 Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: N/A Background Assumed: - Duration: Semester I or II Directed Study Time: 90 hours Private Study Time: 60 hours Assessment Tasks Time: - Observation report: See PHY3138 AimsProject 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 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, normally working in small groups. Intended Learning OutcomesStudents should be able to: Module Specific Skills
Discipline Specific Skills
Personal and Key Skills
Learning and Teaching MethodsSelf-study, supervised project work AssignmentsOne 2500-word formal report. One 15-minute oral presentation. AssessmentLaboratory work (40%), oral presentations (20%) plan and formal report (40%). Syllabus Plan and Content
Details of the various exercises and the assessment criteria are given in the BSc Final Year Projects section of the School handbook. Core TextNot applicableSupplementary Text(s)Not applicableFormative MechanismsSupervision and assistance is available from project supervisors and/or laboratory demonstrators during the project periods. In-session assessments are returned marked to students with a report sheet of brief comments which are amplified and explained in discussion with the students. Evaluation MechanismsFeedback from students is gathered by direct student-staff interaction and also via the usual student representation mechanisms. |