Module Specifications.
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
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Date posted: September 2024 No Banner module data is available
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Description To achieve competency in basic digital, scientific and life skills required during a degree in physics. This includes gaining a familiarity with the various computing tools and methods required for writing reports, tabulating and plotting experimental results, and communicating science. Students will be introduced to word processing and spreadsheet software, web-based tools and interactive python coding environments. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Set up an account and login to the DCU and external websites required 2. Prepare scientific reports in word-processing software 3. Show competence at data analysis in a spreadsheet environment 4. Work collaboratively in an online environment 5. Engage in effective time management and self-reflection 6. Run simple python code in an interactive notebook | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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
Word processingUse of microsoft word programmeSpreadsheetsUsing excel for data analysisInternet toolsHow to find and use online tools for self-management, collaboration and scientific reportingPresentation skillsPresenting a short talk on a physics topicScientific writingWhat to include and what not to include in a scientific report.CodingHow to get started quickly with online coding environments | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 0, PS154 Loop page, 0, PS154 information, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||