PHYS20872
Theory Computing Project
10
Semester 2
Undergraduate
Level 2
Michael Seymour
Unit coordinator
Department of Physics & Astronomy
1
FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Middle part of Bachelors '
European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 5.0
<p><span style="color: rgb(60, 60, 60); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Theory Computing Project</span></p>
<p><strong>Past Projects include : -</strong></p><p>The Ising ferromagnet</p><p>Neutron Stars</p><p>Numerical solutions of the Schrödinger equation</p><p>Scars in wave functions</p><p>Simulation of road traffic</p><p><strong>Organisation</strong></p><div>The first three weeks of the course will be delivered in a computer cluster with three short assessments of the work done. These are not marked, but must be rated satisfactory before progressing onto the project. Projects are taken in pairs and supervised by an academic; there is a total of 7 weeks to finish the projects, after which a report will have to be submitted. The work will be assessed on the report, and by a short talk and an interview.</div><div><div> </div><div><strong>Note</strong></div><div>Facilities are not available for resits. A student who has failed may be permitted to submit further assessments, based on laboratory work already carried out, in order to pass the course unit.</div></div><p> </p>
<p>To develop the ability to investigate problems in theoretical physics through literature study, mathematical analysis and computation.</p>
<p>On completion the successful student will be able to:</p><p><br />1. quickly gain access to relevant literature for a given problem.</p><p>2. start the analysis of a theoretical problem they have not met before.</p><p>3. use appropriate computational tools to tackle problems in theoretical physics.</p><p>4. present their work verbally in a succinct and clear manner.</p><p>5. give a detailed explanation of their work in a report.</p><p>6. defend their work to an expert.</p>
0
Other
25%
2
Written assignment (inc essay)
50%
7
Oral assessment/presentation
25%
<p>Feedback will be offered orally by the supervisors during regular project meetings, and orally and in writing for all reports and interviews.</p>
N
<p>As set in the project booklet, or suggested by the supervisor.</p>
Assessment practical exam
1
Practical classes & workshops
60
0
39
<p>Laboratory facilities are not available for resits. A student who has failed may be permitted to submit further assessments, based on laboratory work already carried out, in order to pass the course unit.</p>