Physics and astronomy

Optics, Waves and Modern Physics

Module code: F3238
Level 3 (sub-degree)
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Workshop
Assessment modes: Coursework, Unseen examination

On this module, you’ll cover:

• waves and physical optics: waves, interference and superposition and wave optics
• modern physics: the quantum world, the nature of the atom and nuclear physics.

Module learning outcomes

• Have acquired a basic knowledge of physical optics including interference and diffraction, and be able to solve problems at the appropriate level which requires use of the knowledge.
• Have acquired a sufficient grounding in the material of the course for subsequent core modules in physics which include physical optics.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of non-classical atomic and nuclear physics.
• Apply the appropriate laws of physics to problem solving in these areas.