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2021/22 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

ARCS1105 Neurosensory Physics and Measurement

20 creditsClass Size: 30

Module manager: Dr Ted Killan
Email: e.killan@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2021/22

Pre-requisite qualifications

Programme entry requirements for BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology)

Module replaces

HECS1105

This 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 typeNumberLength hoursStudent hours
Lecture102.0020.00
Practical33.009.00
Tutorial23.006.00
Independent online learning hours12.00
Private study hours153.00
Total Contact hours35.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)200.00

Methods of assessment


Coursework
Assessment typeNotes% of formal assessment
PosterInformation poster40.00
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 typeExam duration% of formal assessment
Online MCQ1 hr 00 mins60.00
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. PSRB approval will be required for the change in assessment for 20/21.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 18/05/2022

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