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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2010 - 2011
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Module Title |
Environmental Physics Laboratories
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Module Code |
PS256
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School |
School of Physical Sciences
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr. Paul Swift | Office Number | N107 |
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Level |
2
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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Module Aims:
- To apply laboratory facilities to in the study of environmental processes and environmental samples.
- To apply theoretical knowledge in a practical laboratory setting.
- To develop record keeping and presentation skills.
- To develop inter-personnel and communication skills.
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Learning Outcomes
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Learning Outcomes:
- To be familiar with modern laboratory practices
- To understand the importance of laboratory safety and care of equipment.
- To experience the demands of working within groups.
- To appreciate the requirements of record keeping, report writing and oral communications.
- To be able to combining theory and practical approaches to problem-solving in the laboratory.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
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Tutorials |
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Laboratories |
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
75
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Indicative Syllabus:Topics covered:·Data analysis·Nuclear half-life·X-rays·Environmental instrumentation
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| ESH | BSc Environmental Science & Health |
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