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Module Outline:

The aim of this module is to cover the concepts from physics that lay the foundations for the understanding of how atoms and molecules behave. Basic mathematical tools will also be introduced that are needed. The course material is linked to, but extends considerably, A-level physics and related courses.

Module Aims:

At the end of the module students should be able to:

1. Understand the concepts of classical mechanics (energy, forces and momenta) and how can be used to describe the motion of particles.

2. Use Newton’s equations of motion to calculate particle trajectories.

3. Use the mathematics of vectors and matrices needed to solve mechanics problems

4. Understand how electrostatics describes the forces between charged particles.

5. Understand the behaviour of waves and the concept of electromagnetic fields.

6. Understand the basic concepts of quantum mechanics and how it links to classical mechanics.

7. Understand how to describe light and the principles of optics.

Teaching and Learning Methods:

Lectures: The topics will be introduced through a blended delivery of asynchronous videos with online activities, and support hours.

Workshops: Your learning is supported by practical workshop sessions, for which questions will be available in advance. It is expected that you review the lecture material and attempt the questions during the workshops. However you will derive the most benefit if you attempt questions prior to the workshops so you can receive feedback on your understanding of the module material.

Self-study: In addition to timetabled hours it is expected that you engage in self-study in order to master the material. This can take the form of practicing example questions (workshop questions, additional questions available on Moodle and past exam questions) and further reading in textbooks and online.