| Module Title |
Physics Laboratory 1 (Science and Mathematics Education) |
| Module Code |
PHY1032 (ITS: PS159) |
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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
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.
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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
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Laboratory | 72 | Guide inquiry investigations | | Independent Study | 53 | Preparation and reflection on laboratory activities |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11361 | Part of Term | Semester 1 & 2 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Paul Van Kampen | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| 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;
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
Introductory physics investigations that develop general
scientific and inquiry skills
Weekly physics laboratories
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Hugh D. Young and Roger A. Freedman: 2016, University Physics with Modern Physics, 14th Edition, Pearson,
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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