Module: Physics Laboratory 1 (Science and Mathematics Education)

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Physics Laboratory 1 (Science and Mathematics Education)
Module Code	PS159 (ITS) / PHY1032 (Banner)
Faculty	Science & Health	School	Physical Sciences
Module Co-ordinator	Eilish McLoughlin
Module Teachers	Cezar Gaman, James Conway, Jens Ducree, Miles Turner, Paul Van Kampen, Timo Gans
NFQ level	6	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

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Description

Introductory physics experiments for pre-service physics teachers that foster learning by inquiry, develop general scientific and investigative skills, and address common misconceptions in physics.

Learning Outcomes

1. Carry out physics experiments safely
2. Demonstrate conceptual understanding of mechanics, with an emphasis on statics, kinematics, electric circuits, and optics
3. Construct and interpret graphs and tables.
4. Carry out basic investigations in physics independently.
5. Report on carrying out and findings from physics investigations
6. State and test hypotheses
7. Reflect on own learning

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Laboratory	72	Guide inquiry investigations
Independent Study	53	Preparation and reflection on laboratory activities
Total Workload: 125

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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introductory physics investigations that develop general scientific and inquiry skills
Weekly physics laboratories

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Practical/skills evaluation	Guided inquiry activities to evaluate lab skills and conceptual understanding from semester one laboratory activities	50%	As required
Practical/skills evaluation	Guided inquiry activities to evaluate lab skills and conceptual understanding from semester two laboratory activities	50%	As required

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Hugh D. Young and Roger A. Freedman: 2016, University Physics with Modern Physics, 14th Edition, Pearson,

Other Resources

None