Academic Handbook Course Descriptors and Programme Specifications
LPHYS4125 Physics II for Science and Engineering with Lab Course Descriptor
| Course Code | LPHYS4125 | Faculty | Physics and Engineering |
| UK Credit | 20 | US Credit | 5 |
| FHEQ Level | 4 | Date Approved | November 2022 |
| Core Attributes | Engaging with the Natural and Designed World (ND)
Analysing and Using Data (AD) |
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| Pre-Requisites | LPHYS4115 Physics 1 or equivalent
LMATH4118 Mathematical Methods II or equivalent |
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| Co-Requisites | LMATH4138 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra | ||
Course Summary
This course is the second instalment of introductory calculus-based Physics. It focuses on the study of wave motion, electric fields and Coulomb’s Law, Gauss’ law, capacitors, resistors and DC electric circuits, magnetic fields, induction, radiation, and the basic properties of electromagnetic waves. These topics are reinforced with lab sessions. In the course, students learn to define and analyse the concepts of electric and magnetic phenomena acting in the real world and to mathematically quantify electricity, magnetism, and wave motion. These concepts will be explored on the revised definitions of SI units, in particular the new definition of ampere and related electrical quantities. Students will develop mathematical skills in order to solve physics related problems, perform and interpret the results of simple laboratory experiments and demonstrations of physical principles.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
Knowledge and Understanding
| K1a | Demonstrate an understanding of introductory physics theory. |
| K2a | Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the application of physics by focusing on electromagnetism, wave mechanics, and radiation. |
| K3a | Demonstrate an understanding of the definition of SI units based on physical constants, and the implications of error on said measured constants. |
Subject Specific Skills
| S1a | Perform and analyse simple physics experiments. |
| S2a | Solve basic physics problems concerning the areas of electromagnetism and wave motion. |
Transferable and Professional Skills
| T1a | Acquire the ability of problem solving to a wide array of tasks. |
| T2a | Perform evidence–based decision making. |
| T3a | Display a developing technical proficiency in written English and an ability to communicate clearly and accurately in structured and coherent pieces of writing. |
| T3a | Display a developing technical proficiency of written scientific and technical nomenclature that demonstrates an ability to communicate clearly and accurately when producing structured and coherent scientific or technical pieces. |
Teaching and Learning
Teaching and learning strategies for this course will include:
A minimum of 50 contact hours, typically to include interactive group teaching, co-curriculars, individual meetings, in-class presentations, lab-based experiments and exams.
Course information and supplementary materials are available on the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
Students will receive individualised developmental feedback on their work for this course.
Students are required to attend and participate in all the formal and timetabled sessions for this course. Students are also expected to manage their directed learning and independent study in support of the course.
Assessment
Formative
Students will be formatively assessed in class through class activities, and during office hours. Formative assessments are ones that do not count towards the final grade but will provide students with developmental feedback.
Summative
| AE: | Assessment Activity | Weighting (%) | Online submission | Duration | Length |
| 1 | Written Examination | 10 | No | 1hr 45min | N/A |
| 2 | Written Examination | 40 | No | 1hr 45min | N/A |
| 3 | Set Exercises | 15 | Yes | 15-25 hours to complete | N/A |
| 4 | Written assignments | 35 | Yes | 4000 Words |
Further information on the structure of summative assessment elements can be found in the Summative Assessment Briefs.
Feedback
Students will receive feedback in a variety of ways: written (including via email correspondence); oral (within office hours or on an ad hoc basis) and indirectly through class discussion.
Feedback on examinations is provided through generic internal examiners’ reports and are made available to the student on the VLE.
For all other summative assessment methods, feedback is made available to the student either via email, the VLE or another appropriate method.
Indicative Reading
Note: Comprehensive and current reading lists for courses are produced annually in the Course Syllabus or other documentation provided to students; the indicative reading list provided below is used as part of the approval/modification process only.
Books
- Randal Knight, Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics, Global Edition, 5th Edition
- Young & Freedman, University Physics with Modern Physics, 15th Edition
Electronic Resources
- Pearson Mastering Physics VLE
- Wolfram Mathmatica/MatLAB
Indicative Topics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Wave motion
- Radiation
| Title: LPHYS4125 Physics II for Science and Engineering with Lab Course Descriptor
Approved by: Academic Board Location: Academic Handbook/Programme specifications and Handbooks/Mobility |
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| Version Number | Date Approved | Date Published | Owner | Proposed Next Review Date | Modification (As per AQF4) & Category Number |
| 2.1 | August 2023 | August 2023 | Dr James Kneller | November 2027 | Category 1: Corrections/clarifications to documents which do not change approved content or learning outcomes.
Category 3: Changes to Learning Outcomes. |
| 2.0 | October 2022 | January 2023 | Dr James Kneller | November 2027 | Category 1: Corrections/clarifications to documents which do not change approved content or learning outcomes.
Category 3: Changes to Learning Outcomes. |
| 1.0 | November 2022 | November 2022 | Dr James Kneller | November 2022 | |