Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module provides general science students with a comprehensive introduction to the physics topics of waves & optics and electricity & magnetism. The module aims to develop students' knowledge and appreciation of physics and their ability to confidently handle physics problems using algebra-based methods. Students will complete Physics Laboratories over the semester that will enable them to see the relationship between the lecture material and experiments. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Describe and apply basic physical concepts related to waves & optics and electricity & magnetism. 2. Solve numerical problems in waves & optics and electricity & magnetism 3. Explain the physical principles underpinning related physics experiments. 4. Carry out basic investigations in optics and electric circuits | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Waves and OpticsElasticity & Oscillations, Waves, Sound, Electromagnetic Waves, Light: Geometric Optics, Optical Instruments, The wave nature of lightElectricity and MagnetismElectric Forces and Fields, Electric Potential, Electric Current and Circuits, Magnetic Forces and Fields, Electromagnetic Induction, Alternating CurrentLaboratory workLaboratories on optics and electric circuits | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 55297, Online Learning Support Platform, 0, McGraw-Hill Connect, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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