Course Catalogue

Physical Experiment I (UESTC) UESTC1006

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Engineering
  • Credits: 6
  • Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
  • Typically Offered: Semester 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

This will develop students' understanding of the laws of physics that underpin engineering and will instil fundamental experimental skills, including the use of some scientific instruments, the analysis of uncertainties of measurements and the fundamental methods for data processing.

Timetable

Course will be delivered continuously in the traditional manner at UESTC.

Requirements of Entry

Mandatory Entry Requirements

None

Recommended Entry Requirements

None

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

Assessment

Examination 50%

Laboratory 50%

Main Assessment In: April/May

Course Aims

The aims of this course are to develop students' abilities to follow proper procedures to accomplish scientific experiments, including the analysis of sources of error, and the computation and proper reporting of uncertainties. In doing this, students will develop a solid understanding of physical laws, in preparation for future courses in engineering.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ safely use a range of experimental apparatus;

■ efficiently record and process experimental data;

■ explain the statistical properties of random and systematic errors and their effects on experimental results;

■ construct pertinent graphical representations of experimental data.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions