Module Code - Title:
MS4098
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MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS PROJECT 2
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
To provide the student with an opportunity to perform an in-depth study of a project, normally specified by a potential supervisor. The previously studied modules and the Cooperative experience are applied in the development and analysis of the project.
While it is not required, it is envisaged that the project affords the student the opportunity of carrying out research if the student manages to take their studies towards recent advances in their field of study.
A critical component of the module is develop the writing and communication skills by writing up a detailed report of both the theory and practical elements of the project.
Syllabus:
This is the second semester of the fourth year project. In order to substantially progress the project, the module will leverage the mathematical and/or physics methodologies that have been acquired in earlier modules. This may include methods learned in mathematical modelling; asymptotic analysis; mechanics; electromagnetism, etc. Although not a requirement, this process may naturally lead the student to the point of carrying out research at an undergraduate level. A comprehensive write up of the project and an oral presentation of the work contained therein will be prepared during the semester.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses of their work to date and update the plan for the remainder of the semester accordingly;
- Describe what has been achieved and what issues or problems remained unresolved, including what efforts were made to solve same;
- Demonstrate analytical and/or experimental skills to progress the goals;
- Demonstrate their willingness to look beyond the tools they have learned in their coursework and where possible take the initiative (in consultation with their supervisor) to explore different directions that the project may take;
- Write a clear written report and give an oral presentation that describes the challenges and accomplishments encountered along the way.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
N/A
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
N/A
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
The student should learn about recent research findings and should be encouraged to incorporate some of these techniques into their project. If this is not practical, the student should at least discuss possible implications of these findings in the context of their project. In keeping with the graduate attributes, the student should be encouraged to be open-minded, curious and imaginative in the approach to the project.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
Other Relevant Texts:
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
BSMAPHUFA - MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Spring
Module Leader:
Clifford.Nolan@ul.ie