Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Materials Physics and Characterisation | ||
Code | PHYS387 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor CA Lucas Physics Clucas@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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• To teach the properties and methods of preparation of a range of materials of scientific and technological importance |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) An understanding of the atomic structure in crystalline and amorphous materials |
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(LO2) Knowledge of the methods used for preparing single crystals and amorphous materials |
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(LO3) Knowledge of the experimental techniques used in materials characterisation |
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(LO4) Knowledge of the physical properties of superconducting, liquid crystal and polymer materials |
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(LO5) An appreciation of the factors involved in the design of biomaterials |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
Syllabus |
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Fundamentals of Materials Crystalline, polycrystalline, and amorphous solids Methods of material characterisation Crystal growth Liquid crystals Polymers Biomaterials Superconductors |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 – Lectures Lectures will be delivered in shorter online blocks with discussion questions for interactive learning |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
16 |
2 |
18 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 57 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
examination there is a resit opportunity standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment Assessment schedule: semester 1 | 120 minutes | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
coursework essay style assessment this is not an anonymous assessment | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |