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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Physics For General Science I
Module Code	PS122
School	School of Physical Sciences
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Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Paul Van Kampen Semester 2: Paul Van Kampen Autumn: Paul Van Kampen
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the physics topics of mechanics, fluids, heat and temperature directed towards general science students. The modules aims to develop student to be able to confidently handle physics problems, using algebra-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.

Learning Outcomes

1. Be familiar with the basic physical concepts as they relate to mechanics, fluids and heat and temperature
2. Solve numerical problems in mechanics, fluids, and heat and temperature
3. Explain the physical principles which underpin the experiments in PS153.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	48	Lectures & Tutorials
Independent learning	77	No Description
Total Workload: 125

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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Mechanics.
Units and SI system.

Vector-based approach to linear dynamics.
Free body diagrams.

Momentum and impulses for linear and angular momentum.
Work and energy.

Static Equilibrium.
Fluid dynamics.

Elasticity in solids, viscousity and surface tension in fluids.
Temperature and Heat.

Kinetic Theory.
Laws of Thermodynamics.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	20%	Examination Weight	80%

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 3

Indicative Reading List

NA: 0, Essential:Physics: (6th edition) by D.C. Giancoli (Prentice Hall 2005)Supplementary:How things work by Louis A Bloomfield (2nd edition) Wiley 2001University Physics by H. D. Young, (Addison Wesley 1992)Understanding Physics by M. Mansfield and C. OSulli,

Other Resources

None

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