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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
| Module Title |
Physics for General Sciences |
| Module Code |
PS113 |
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School |
School of Physical Sciences |
Online Module Resources
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
10 |
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Pre-requisite |
None |
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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Description
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This module is an average of PS122 and PS123. Please see individual module descriptors for further information. Students should also familiarise themselves with examination derogations and procedures in relation to these modules. Please speak to the individual module co-ordinators if you require further information. This module aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the physics topics of mechanics, matter and waves, electricity & magnetism, and optics directed towards science students who are not majoring in physics. The subjects taught and the method of approach will be chosen to give students a full and thorough knowledge of the topics. The modules aims to develop student knowledge and appreciation of general physics and to be able to confidently handle problems, using non-calculus-based methods. Students also taking the Physics Laboratory module PS153 will be able to see the relationship between the classroom material and their practical experiments.
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Learning Outcomes |
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
| Type |
Hours |
Description |
| Total Workload: 0 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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None |
| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% |
| Course Work Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
| This module is category 1 |
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources
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None |
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| SCI | BSc Science International |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for PS113 |
| Date of Last Revision | 29-JAN-09 |
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