
- UCAS course code
- H112
- UCAS institution code
- M20
BEng/MEng Electrical, Electronic & Mechatronic Engineering with an Integrated Foundation Year / Course details
Year of entry: 2023
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Course unit details:
Matter and Energy Phys 1
Unit code | FOUN10061 |
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Credit rating | 10 |
Unit level | Level 1 |
Teaching period(s) | Semester 1 |
Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
An introduction to fundamental physical ideas with special reference to the relationship between matter and energy
Aims
The aim is to introduce fundamental physical ideas with special reference to the relationship between matter and energy.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles with regard to topics covered.
Intellectual Skills:
Interpret data in diagrammatic, graphical, numerical, symbolic and verbal form.
Adapt knowledge to novel and unfamiliar situations.
Perform relevant calculations.
Transferable Skills and Personal Qualities:
Syllabus
Topics covered:
Physical quantities
Dimensional analysis
Problem solving skills
Transfer and conservation of energy
Temperature and heat
Pressure in fluids
Ideal gas
Kinetic theory
Thermodynamics
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, tutorials, drop-in sessions, private study.
Assessment methods
Method | Weight |
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Other | 20% |
Written exam | 80% |
Feedback methods
- Marked coursework tests returned (usually the following week).
- Examination scripts can be viewed by arrangement at a specified date
Recommended reading
Extensive study material (core text, exercises) is provided on Blackboard. There are no specific extra set books but suggestions for possible optional extra reading have been provided
Study hours
Scheduled activity hours | |
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Assessment written exam | 2 |
Lectures | 24 |
Tutorials | 11 |
Independent study hours | |
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Independent study | 63 |
Teaching staff
Staff member | Role |
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David Ruiz | Unit coordinator |
Additional notes