Form 20
Version 3.0 (2007/2008)
Heriot-Watt University - Module Descriptor Template (RAY)
Module Title
Lab Project 1
School
Engineering and Physical Sciences
Module
Co-ordinator
Physics Teaching Group Convener
SCQF
Level
10
Module
Code
B20PX
Semester
On or OffCampus
Credits
1
On
15
1. Pre-requisites
2. Linked Modules
(specify if synoptic)
3. Excluded Modules
B20PY (synoptic)
4. Replacement Module
Code:
5.
Date Of Replacement:
6. Degrees for which this
is a core module
B211-PHY
B281-ENV
B261-ENG
B2B1-PHO
B2N1-NAN
B2L1-ELE
B2G1-ENE
B2PS-SCI
Availability as an
Elective
Yes
No
X
BSc Physics
BSc Physics with Environmental Science
BSc Engineering Physics
BSc Photonics and Lasers
BSc Nanoscience
BSc Physics with Electronic Engineering
BSc Energy Science and Technology
BSc Physical Science
7. Aims
To provide experience and develop skills in an experimental project, including good laboratory practice and record-keeping and presentational skills.
8. Syllabus
Developing professional level practical skills
Conducting a defined experimental project in physics.
Preparation of a formal report on the project carried out.
Keeping a comprehensive record of measurements taken and equipment settings.
Conducting a background literature survey
Formal presentation of work carried out.
Viva voce examination
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Form 20
Version 3.0 (2007/2008)
Heriot-Watt University - Module Descriptor Template (RAY)
Module Title
Lab Project 1
School
Engineering and Physical Sciences
Module
Co-ordinator
Physics Teaching Group Convener
SCQF
Level
10
Module
Code
B20PX
Semester
1
On or OffCampus
Credits
On
15
9. Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness)
Subject Mastery
Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills
Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning)
On completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
 Demonstrate a knowledge of high level techniques in experimental physics
 Apply experimental and computational techniques in a defined project.
 Follow a line of enquiry in a project context.
 Apply a critical assessment of experimental data and errors
 Analyse, evaluate and interpret experimental evidence relevant to the work conducted.
 Demonstrate record-keeping skills to a professional level.
 Demonstrate a detailed background knowledge of a topic of original research
 Demonstrate an understanding of experimental design and setup.
 Demonstrate a knowledge of the concepts and theory underpinning the topic of original research
 Apply specialist practical skills to a topic of original research
 Report experimental results accurately and interpret them effectively
 Conduct a literature search and assess reported work critically
Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial & Professional Practice
Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Others Communication, Numeracy & ICT
Personal abilities are embedded in the module. The module provides the opportunity to :
 Make formal presentations on a specialised topic to an informed audience
 Communicate effectively with professional level colleagues and specialists
 Interpret, use and evaluate a wide range of data to solve problems of both a familiar and unfamiliar nature
 Use a range of software to support and enhance work at an advanced level
 Undertake critical evaluation of a wide range of data
 Deal with complex issues and make informed judgements in situations of incomplete or inconsistent data
 Apply strategies for appropriate selection of relevant information from disparate sources and a large body of knowledge
 Exercise initiative and independence in carrying out research and learning activities
 Display self-motivation in progressing the work
 Bring own ideas to bear and discuss with colleagues
10. Assessment Methods
Method
11. Re-assessment Methods
Duration of Exam
Weighting (%)
Synoptic modules?
(if applicable)
Continuous assessment
Method
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
100%
B20PY
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Form 20
Version 3.0 (2007/2008)
Heriot-Watt University - Module Descriptor Template (RAY)
Module Title
Lab Project 1
School
Engineering and Physical Sciences
Module
Co-ordinator
Physics Teaching Group Convener
SCQF
Level
10
Module
Code
B20PX
Semester
1
On or OffCampus
Credits
On
15
12. Date and Version
Date of Proposal
19/04/08
Date of Approval by
School Committee
Date of
Implementation
Version
Number
2
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