| Unit name | Core Physics A |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PHYS11100 |
| Credit points | 30 |
| Level of study | C/4 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Barnes |
| Open unit status | Open |
| Pre-requisites |
Normally A-level Physics and A-level Mathematics |
| Co-requisites | |
| School/department | School of Physics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
Students take three lecture elements: Mechanics (23), Special Relativity (6), Properties of Matter (18); 22 weeks of laboratory work and weekly tutorials in groups of 4. The unit builds on A-level Physics A2 and puts the concepts taught in school on a firm mathematical footing. Students will be brought up to a level of understanding and knowledge that will enable them to continue with studies in these areas in the year 2 Physics programmes.
