Introduction to Laboratory for Physicists and Engineers

Cod y Modiwl: PH05700
Teitl y Modiwl: Introduction to Laboratory for Physicists and Engineers
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 1 Dysgwyd dros 2 semester
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Dr Anita Brady-Boyd
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Rhagofynion: GCSE Mathematics and Science or equivalent
Anghymharus (Unrhyw Flwyddyn Acad): FG05720
Not available to students on a 3-year Bachelor's scheme or on an Integrated Master's scheme
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Dr Rachel Cross; Professor Huw Morgan

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Written Laboratory Diary:	60%
Asesiad Semester	Written Formal Report:	20%
Asesiad Semester	Oral Presentation:	20%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Supplementary assessment: As determined by the departmental examination board	100%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

1. Perform simple experiments in the physical sciences.
2. Perform basic error analysis to measurements.
3. Draw appropriate conclusions from results.
4. Present and analyse work in a laboratory diary.
5. Describe work in a formal report.
6. Discuss work in an oral presentation.

Disgrifiad cryno

This laboratory module gives an introduction to experimental practice in the physical sciences. Emphasis is placed on the training of students to use basic instruments, perform simple error calculations and critically assess results in order to draw reliable conclusions. Experiments are designed to reflect theoretical topics covered in other modules - hence include experiments covering properties of matter, forces, mechanics, electricity, magnetism and electronics. Presentational skills are developed in the context of experiments.

Cynnwys

The module comprises a set of experiments from different areas including: oscillations, waves, thermal physics, electricity, magnetism and electronics, which students carry out in rotation.

For presentation of the work each student is expected to keep a Laboratory Diary noting the detailed progress of each experiment, prepare a formal report on a specified experiment and deliver an oral presentation.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu	Recording of experiments using a laboratory diary. Working together in small groups to perform experiments. Communicating results through formal report and oral presentation.
Datrys Problemau	Students are encouraged to work through experiments and propose methods and solutions.
Gwaith Tim	Students are required to work in small groups for each practical experiment.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun	Critical thinking and reflection of how well an experiment was performed and how it could be improved.
Rhifedd	Mathematical skills are central to the understanding and application of the underlying theory.Recording of data whilst performing experiments.Application of basic error analysis to measurements. Assessed via laboratory diaries and formal report.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol	Application of basic fundamental theory in the physical sciences to experimental methods.
Sgiliau ymchwil	Formal report requires background research and rudimentary referencing skills.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth	Delivery of a formal report using word processing software. Delivery of oral presentation using PowerPoint or equivalent. Use of basic experimental equipment.

Nodau

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