Mechanics & Properties of Matter Lab (H7117)
Mechanics and Properties of Matter Laboratory
Module H7117
Module details for 2021/22.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Module Outline
This module provides a rigorous introduction to the basics of experimental physical science, particularly within the context of simple mechanics and properties of matter experiments. Through the module, students will practice preparing and planning for experiments, conducting experiments, and analysing and interpreting the results. Among the specific skills practiced, students successfully completing the module will have demonstrated their ability to keep proper laboratory notebooks, understand and calculate uncertainties in experimental measurements and data, and apply linear least squares fitting procedures appropriately. Students will also develop school-to-university transition skills: through the module they will be encouraged to reconceptualise themselves as independent learners and self-reliant scholars who are capable of the deep learning and higher order thinking expected in Higher Education. The module is designed with intra- and inter- module synchronicity such that learning is supported through Kolb learning cycles for students of all learning styles both within the module itself and in partnership with the other modules of the Foundation Year programme.
Module learning outcomes
Make accurate measurements, keep records of observations, analyse and interpret data in the context of mechanics and properties of matter experiments.
Be aware of the importance of accuracy in measurement, and able to calculate the overall effects of errors in mechanics and properties of matter experiments
Write clear, structured, laboratory reports about mechanics and properties of matter experiments
Set-up and carry out laboratory experiments about mechanics and properties of matter experiments using instructions
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T1 Week 3 | 16.00% |
| Report | T1 Week 4 | 16.00% |
| Report | T1 Week 5 | 16.00% |
| Report | T1 Week 6 | 16.00% |
| Report | T1 Week 7 | 16.00% |
| Report | A1 Week 1 | 20.00% |
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 | Lecture | 2 hours | 11000000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 01111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11000000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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