PHYC10070 Foundations of Physics

Academic Year 2023/2024

This module provides an introduction to fundamental concepts in physics. It is
intended both for students who have studied physics in school, and those who are new to the
subject. This module introduces classical mechanics, Newton's laws, momentum, work and energy.
The physics of waves is introduced and applied to sound and the propagation of light. Topics also
include thermal physics and electricity (including an introduction to the electrical properties of neurons).

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Learning Outcomes:

Through in-class problems and weekly homework assignments, students master the core concepts of physics and develop physics problem-solving skills. Reading assignments and self-directed learning allow the student to gain an understanding of the relevance of physics to everyday life.Laboratory practicals ensure that students develop experimental skills, becoming familiar with data analysis methods and the role of uncertainty in measurement.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

24
Tutorial

10
Practical

18
Autonomous Student Learning

68
Total

120
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Most of the content will be delivered by lectures with in-class quizzes, demonstrations and worked examples. The tutorials and labs will offer opportunities for self-directed learning , group work and to gain laboratory skills that also reinforce the material covered in lectures. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Requirements:

Students must take this module if they have not achieved at least an H5 in Leaving Cert Physics (or equivalent) and want to study further physics in their degree.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
PHYC10010 - Physics I, PHYC10020 - Physics of the Cell for lifesc, PHYC10030 - Physics of Macro-organisms, PHYC10090 - Physics II, PHYC10120 - Physics in Medicine, PHYC10140 - Diagnostic Imaging: Physics, PHYC10150 - Physics for Engineers I, PHYC10160 - Physics for Engineers II, PHYC10180 - Physics for Ag. Science, PHYC10190 - Aspects of Physics for Ag. Sci, PHYC10240 - Foundations of Physics (NUni), PHYC10260 - Foundations of Physics (NEU)


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Continuous Assessment: Weekly homework Varies over the Trimester n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

10
Multiple Choice Questionnaire: An online MCQ containing a range of questions on the material to date Week 6 n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

30
Lab Report: Lab Reports containing a mixture of conceptual questions, data, calculations and conclusions to be filled in to the Lab Manual Throughout the Trimester n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

30
Examination: A range of MCQ-style questions on the material covered from week 6-12 1 hour End of Trimester Exam Yes Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

30

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

University Physics – 13th edition” by Sears/Zemansky/Young/Freedman (Pearson Publishers)
Name Role
Dr Thomas McCormack Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor John Quinn Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Angela Dunne O'Toole Tutor
Ms Monika Gut Grzejdziak Tutor
Lucas McConnell Tutor
Mr John Wyatt Tutor
Olena Yedelkina Tutor
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 
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Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - Autumn: Weeks 2-12 Thurs 12:00 - 12:50
Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - Autumn: Weeks 2-12 Tues 11:00 - 11:50
Tutorial Offering 1 Week(s) - 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Mon 11:00 - 11:50
Tutorial Offering 2 Week(s) - 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Wed 09:00 - 09:50
Tutorial Offering 3 Week(s) - 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Wed 11:00 - 11:50
Tutorial Offering 4 Week(s) - 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Thurs 13:00 - 13:50
Tutorial Offering 5 Week(s) - 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Fri 10:00 - 10:50
Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 10 Tues 14:00 - 15:50
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