Department of Physics, Unit Catalogue 2009/10 |
PH30038: MPhys laboratory (12-credit) |
 Credits:
| 12 |
| Level:
| Honours |
| Period: | Semester 2 |
| Assessment:
| CW 75%, PR 25% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
| Before taking this unit you must take PH20021 and in taking this unit you cannot take PH30089 |
| Description: | Aims: The aim of this unit is to develop skills involved with data collection, analysis and interpretation through performing four extended experiments with research-grade apparatus. Learning Outcomes: While taking this unit the student should be able to: * become familiar with the safe and effective use of advanced equipment; * use appropriate methods for signal reduction and data analysis; * demonstrate enthusiasm, industry and motivation in carrying out the experiments and managing the available time; * show initiative in developing and performing the experiments * keep a laboratory logbook; * modify or develop apparatus and/or advanced techniques of data analysis, in consultation with members of staff; * be able to consider and to propose further extension or development of the experiments performed; * carry out a survey of research literature and other resources, to provide background material for the reports; * write a detailed technical report on each experiment, displaying an appropriate level of content, style and structure. Skills: Written Communication T/F A, Numeracy T/F A, Data Acquisition, Handling, and Analysis T/F A, Information Technology T/F A, Problem Solving T/F A, Working as part of a group T/F A, Practical laboratory skills T/F A, Project planning/management T/F A. Content: Four experiments are chosen from a number offered, most reflecting the research interests of academic staff. |