Course Details in 2021/22 Session

Module Title	LF Science & Engineering Laboratories
School	Physics and Astronomy
Department	Physics & Astronomy
Module Code	03 23616
Module Lead	Dr Daniel Reed
Level	Foundation Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Supervised time in studio/workshop-40 hours Guided independent study-60 hours Total: 100 hours
Exclusions
Description	This is a totally laboratory-based module. Students will complete a sub-set of a range of laboratory exercises offered by a number of Schools from the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. The module additionally involves developing skills in report writing, maintaining a laboratory diary, the interpretation of data and the presentation of scientific investigations. Team working skills will also be enhanced. Training in aspects relating to Health and Safety is also provided.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module the student should be able to: Demonstrate practical use of equipment in the laboratory; Interpret data, including use of graphs; Present scientific observations in a coherent and sound manner and draw logical conclusions.
Assessment	23616-01 : Overall Mark : Practical (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Continious assessment via lab reports (100%) Reassessment: Submission of a report on supplied a data set
Other	None
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