Module manager: David Jennings
Email: d.jennings@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
'A' Level Physics and Maths or equivalent
| PHAS1000 | First Year Physics Assessment |
| PHAS1010 | Mechanics, Relativity and Astrophysics |
| PHAS1020 | Thermodynamics |
| PHAS1040 | Vibrations, Waves and Optics |
| PHAS1050 | Coding and Experimental Physics |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module covers the fundamental underpinning theories of solid state physics, an introduction to quantum physics, electronic circuits and logic principles.
In solid state and quantum physics students will cover the underpinning theories and concepts including mechanics of solids, Bohr atom, atomic electron states, elementary bonding, elasticity, Photoelectric effect, Compton scattering, De Broglie relation, Wave-particle duality Crystal structure and X-ray diffraction
In addition, students will learn to analyse and design simple electric circuits using fundamental circuit elements, such as resistors, capacitors, and inductors.
Students will also learn the principles of Boolean algebra and its application in digital logic design.
On successful completion of the module students will be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of the following:
In Solid State Physics
1. Molecular bonding and potentials
2. Crystal structure and simple X-ray analysis
3. Material properties including elastic moduli
4. Binomial expansion,
5. Taylor and Maclaurin series
In circuits and logic:
6. Solve basic DC circuit problems
7. Analyse and design LCR circuits
8. Apply Boolean algebra to simplify digital circuits and design basic digital gates.
9. Apply an understanding of digital gates to simple digital circuits.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will be able to do the following:
1. Manage time and plan work to meet deadlines
2. Problem solving
3. Application of appropriate mathematics
Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 50 | 1 | 50 |
| Tutorial | 6 | 1 | 6 |
| Independent online learning hours | 24 | ||
| Private study hours | 120 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 56 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Coursework | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 5/9/2024
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