2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
LLLC0185 Physics: Waves and Particles
10 creditsClass Size: 60
Module manager: Jordan Thirlwell
Email: J.J.Thirlwall@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
Pre-requisites
| LLLC0203 | Introduction to Physics |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This module aims to develop the students understanding of the physical properties of waves and the phenomenon which led to the current model of the atom and modern physics, using theoretical descriptions, demonstrations and worked examples.Objectives
Throughout this module students will be given lots of opportunities to develop their own problem-solving skills and learn how to apply the theories introduced to simple real-life situations. These will cover a diverse range of topics, from earthquakes to nuclear reactions that power the sun. This module will therefore provide students with a chance to learn concepts and skills, which can be applied to a variety of Science and Engineering degree programmes.Learning outcomes
1. Identify the relevant physical laws that govern fundamental physical phenomena
2. Present physical ideas in the area of waves and particles using appropriate scientific language, mathematical notation and diagrams
3. Model a physical problem and formulate a mathematical solution to describe different physical phenomena
4. Describe, explain and interpret results in physics terms related to the area of waves and particles
5. Relate physics concepts learnt to applications in different disciplines and areas
Skills outcomes
Ability to model and solve physical problems using mathematics; data analysis and interpretation; scientific communication in physics terms; familiarity with mathematical notation and its application in physics problems; application of topics learnt to different areas and fields.
Syllabus
The content will be delivered through lectures and workshops and will cover areas such as…
- Introduction to waves
- Refraction, reflection and transmission
- Superposition of waves and interference
- Diffraction
- Introduction to particles
- Wave-particle duality
- Atomic structure
- Particles and radiation
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| seminars | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
| Lecture | 10 | 2.00 | 20.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 10.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 60.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Formative feedback will be given during in class activities and exercises, where the students will have the chance to work individually or in group, as well as via completion of online assignments and individual submission of problem set solutions.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Multimodal Assessment | Combination of short and long answer questions. Assessment may involve solving problems or submission of revision style resources across different platforms | 40.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 40.00 | |
Coursework will be released and submitted as a single assessment; however, students will be encouraged to tackle problems as the relevant material is covered, on a week-by-week basis.
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Unseen exam | 2 hr 00 mins | 60.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 60.00 | |
Exam resits will have the same format and methods of assessment of the first attempt, and the students will be able to resit during the July Resit period, or at the next available opportunity.
Reading list
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