PHY-10024 - Module Specification
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

In this his module you will study the subject material that bridges the gap between pre-university study and the first year of a university Physics/Astrophysics course. In addition, you will study the nature of solid and gaseous matter from the classical picture to the need for a quantum description. As part of this module, you will get the foundation which is required for more advanced study of quantum physics, thermodynamics and solid state physics in the second year. As part of the laboratory component you will do experiments relevant to some of the subject matter delivered in lectures.

To provide an understanding of the behaviour of gases and solids in terms of the atomic and quantum nature of matter, and to provide insight into some of these topics through laboratory work. To develop skills in the solving of physics problems.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Understand basic concepts in classical physics and their application to gases and solids: 1,2,3
Solving physical problems by using the skills learned: 1,3
Carry out laboratory experiments, keep a complete, accurate and professional account of the work. Communicate the results in a professional manner via laboratory reports. Manipulate data using IT.: 2
Understanding of (i) inadequacy of classical physics and (ii) the need for quantum theory to understand gases and solids: 1,3

Study hours

Active Learning Hours:
Lectures 24h
Laboratory sessions 36.5h
Examination 2.5h
Independent Study Hours:
Problem sheets 18h
Laboratory reports 24h
Directed reading/independent study 45h

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment