| Module Title |
Space Science & Astronomy |
| Module Code |
ASP1003 (ITS: PS213) |
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Faculty |
Physical Sciences |
School |
Science & Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
Module Aims:
To introduce students to the space technology and astronomy both ground based and in space.
To introduce the basic principles of space science & technology such as:Orbits, data transfer, communications, rocket propulsion, human space flight, history of space technology, stage separations, launch systems, organizations- NASA, ESA. To illustrate in particular the astronomical applications of space science.
An introduction to galaxies, cosmology and the evolution of the universe.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Ground based astronomy.
2. Space astronomy
3. Orbits and satellites
4. Rocket propulsion and the difficulties in launching, using and recovering satellites.
5. Gravitational & neutrino astronomy
6. Galaxies & cosmology
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 24 | 2 lectures per week | | Tutorial | 6 | 1 hours per week | | Assignment Completion | 10 | CA tests | | Independent Study | 85 | studying lecture material, solving numerical problems, background reading |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 20047 | Part of Term | Semester 2 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC3 | Best Mark | Y | | Module Co-ordinator | David Long | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| In Class Test | n/a | 10% | Week 6 | | In Class Test | n/a | 10% | Week 12 | | Formal Examination | End-of-Semester Final Examination | 80% | End-of-Semester |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- H D Young & R A Freedman: 2019, University Physics, 15th, Pearson,
Articles:
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Other Resources
- Website: NASA, NASA website, US, https://www.nasa.gov/
- Website: ESA, ESA website, Europe, https://www.esa.int/ESA
- Website: Space website, https://www.space.com/
- Lecture notes: E Cunningham, PS213 lecture notes, DCU, Loop.dcu.ie
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