Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Electricity and Magnetism
This Level 4 module runs in the second semester. It has two components, Electricity and Stellar Structure.The Electricity component explores the physical principles and mathematical description of Electricity and DC circuits, which find application in Physics and Electronics. This part of the module sets the stage for the treatment of more advanced topics in Electromagnetism at Level 6. The Stellar Structure component introduces the fundamental physical principles that govern the structure and evolution of stars. Topics covered include basic evolution of solar-type stars, the equations of stellar structure, energy transport and the basics of star formation. A Mathematics component is also included, in which fundamental techniques routinely used in Physics and Astrophysics are taught and practised.There is also a laboratory component, which involves basic applications of standard astronomical techniques, computing and programming, and communication exercises.
Aims
To help students to understand the basic properties and applications of the electric field, magnetic field, stellar structure and the mathematics required to achieve this understanding. To develop the transferable, problem solving, practical and computational skills that are required by the practising astrophysicist.
Talis Aspire Reading ListAny reading lists will be provided by the start of the course.http://lists.lib.keele.ac.uk/modules/phy-10023/lists
Intended Learning Outcomes
Students will understand the theoretical and experimental background of electricity and stellar structure, and will appreciate their general physical significance and applications: 1,2,32Perform practical work and keep accurate accounts of it, including professionally maintained records of purpose, methodology, and results. Communicate the process and results of practical work in formal, written presentations. Enter, manipulate, and present data with the aid of computer tools. Develop algorithms and write simple computer program, at a level sufficient to assist in laboratory work at Levels 2 and 3: 1,3Students be able to carry out numerical calculations and to solve problems in connection with these topics:
Lectures: 24 hours Laboratory Sessions: 24 hours Computing Classes: 12 hoursCompletion of Laboratory Reports: 24 hoursDirected Reading/Independent Study: 46 hoursProblem Sheets: 18 hoursExamination: 2 hours
Description of Module Assessment
1: Unseen Exam weighted 40% Two hour unseen written examination2-hour exam (100 marks) with a degree of choice.
2: Laboratory Report weighted 40%CourseworkContinuous assessment of a laboratory diary containing completed experiments (weight 30%). Assessment of two formal lab reports (weight 60%) which are equivalent to 1000 words per report. Assessment of a computer programming exercises (weight 10%).
3: Problem Sheets weighted 20% Problem SheetsStudents complete a number of problem sheets. Equivalent to ~1000 words.