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School of Physical and Geographical Sciences  
 
 
PHY-20027 Optics and Thermodynamics  
Co-ordinator: Dr Arumugam Mahendrasingam    Room: LJ1.04, Tel:33312  
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Level: 2 Credits: 15 Study Hours: 150  
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Programme/Approved Electives for

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Prerequisites

Registration on level 2 of a degree programme in physics or astrophysics

Barred Combinations

None

Description

Aims

This module aims to develop an understanding of the theory and application of geometrical optics, physical optics and thermodynamics. It also aims to develop problem solving and experimental skills in these topics.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Comprehensive understanding of the relevant theoretical and experimental background of geometrical optics, physical optics and thermodynamics.

Can use a range of established techniques for critical analysis of numerical calcuations in connection with problems in geometrical optics, physical optics and thermodynamics.

Extended abilities in the execution and reporting of laboratory work within the context of either physics or astrophysics.

Study hours

24 hours of lectures.
24 hours laboratory reports and problem sheets.
12 hours problem classes.
24 hours of laboratory work.
66 hours of examination revision and private study.

Description of Module Assessment

Unseen examination (60%)
Laboratory reports (20%)
Problem sheets (20%)

001: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 60% (min pass mark of 30)
2 hour unseen examination, 4 from 6 questions
Two hour unseen examination. A choice of four from six questions.

002: Laboratory Report weighted 20%
2 short laboratory reports
Two short laboratory reports.

003: Exercise weighted 20%
completing assigned problems in problem classes



Version: (1.04S) Created: 04/Jun/2010

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