Prerequisites for Module
None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
Refer to Definitive Course Document.
Precluded Modules
Refer to Definitive Course Document.
Aims of Module
To train students in laboratory safety and for them to acquire basic manipulative skills associated with laboratory work appropriate to their course of study. To develop an ability to use equipment accurately and safely in the laboratory. To encourage the effective use of a laboratory diary for recording experimental procedures, observations, calculations and conclusions.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Carry out prescribed experiments accurately and safely.
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Record experimental observations and results in a meaningful and accurate manner.
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Perform appropriate calculations on experimental results.
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Estimate errors and uncertainties.
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Draw appropriate conclusions from the results obtained.
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Indicative Module Content
Introductory experiments carried out in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The experiments will be selected to enable the student to become familiar with basic laboratory techniques and procedures.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Prelab Exercises
| 10 | Tutorials/Seminars
| 10 | Laboratory Work
| 75 |
Directed Study
| | Directed Study
| 20 |
Private Study
| | Private Study
| 35 |
Mode of Delivery
This is a laboratory based course with students usually working in pairs. Students prepare for each laboratory session by carrying out pre-laboratory exercises in advance.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Coursework | 1,2,3,4,5
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Coursework assessments will involve regular scrutiny of pre-laboratory exercises, laboratory diary inspections and assessments of safety and accuracy in laboratory work.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Laboratory Practice and Data Handling Manual, School of Pharmacy & Life Sciences.
| | 2. | LANGFORD,A.,DEAN, J.R., REED, R., HOLMES, D., WEYERS, J. AND JONES, A., 2010. Practical Skills in Forensic Science. 2nd ed.: Pearson Education Ltd.
| | 3. | REED,R.H.,HOLMES,D.,WEYERS,J.,JONES,A.,2007.Practical Skills in Biomolecular Sciences. 3rd.ed.:Pearson Education Ltd.
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Additional Notes
Students are required to purchase a laboratory coat.
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