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Curricular information is subject to change
On completion of this module the student will,
1. have a thorough understanding of the Special Theory of Relativity and its applications,
2. understand the algebraic and diagramatic techniques used and,
3. be able to solve detailed problems in Special Relativiy.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Small Group | 10 |
Specified Learning Activities | 30 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 60 |
Total | 124 |
It is recommended that students have at least an H5 in Leaving Certificate Physics, or equivalent, to take the module in first year of the Science programme.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Homework problems | Week 9 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 10 |
Continuous Assessment: Midterm homework | Week 6 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 |
Continuous Assessment: Homework problems | Week 4 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 10 |
Examination: End of trimester exam | 2 hour End of Trimester Exam | No | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 60 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Not yet recorded.
Name | Role |
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Ms Angela Dunne O'Toole | Tutor |