2018/19 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ARCS1105 Neurosensory Physics and Measurement
20 creditsClass Size: 25
Module manager: Dr Ted Killan
Email: e.killan@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2018/19
Pre-requisite qualifications
Programme entry requirements for BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology)Module replaces
HECS1105This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
The aim of this module is to provide fundamental knowledge and understanding of the role of measurement, instrumentation and the role of basic physical principles, necessary for accurate and safe practice within Neurosensory Science.Objectives
By the end of the module, students will have gained knowledge of the following:- Physics of measurement
- Instrumentation in Neurosensory Science
- Accuracy and safety of clinical measurements
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students will be able to:
1. Use appropriate mathematical units and scientific notations relevant to Neurosensory Science.
2. Apply the fundamental physics of Neurosensory Science
3. Discuss the requirements for accurate clinical measurements
4. Recognise the safety implications surrounding clinical measurements
Skills outcomes
Mathematics
Measurement techniques
Identifying and interpreting British Standards relevant to Neurosensory Science
Equipment fault finding and safety
Syllabus
Topics will include:
- Atomic structure
- Electricity
- Magnetism and Electromagnetism
- Light
- Sound
- Fluid flow
- Mechanics of the body
- Accuracy and safety of measurements
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 10 | 2.00 | 20.00 |
Practical | 3 | 3.00 | 9.00 |
Tutorial | 2 | 3.00 | 6.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 12.00 | ||
Private study hours | 153.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 35.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 |
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Presentation | 10 min + 5 min questions | 40.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 40.00 |
The oral presentation will require students to use audio-visual materials to clearly and effectively communicate issues surrounding measurement and instrumentation– LOs 1 – 4. Opportunities for formative feedback: Practical workbook Online workbook Quiz
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Online MCQ | 1 hr 00 mins | 60.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 60.00 |
The MCQ exam will assess knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles required for Neurosensory measurements - LOs 1 - 4. No compensation between elements.
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 12/12/2018 16:33:09
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