Water Waves

University of Reading

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Water Waves

  • Host University

    University of Reading

  • Location

    Reading, England

  • Area of Study

    Environmental Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Prerequisites

    Pre-requisites: MA2OD2 Ordinary Differential Equations II and MA2PD1 Partial Differential Equations I and
    Non-modular pre-requisites:
    Co-requisites: MA2VC Vector Calculus or MA3VC Vector Calculus

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Upper

    ISA offers course level recommendations in an effort to facilitate the determination of course levels by credential evaluators.We advice each institution to have their own credentials evaluator make the final decision regrading course levels.

    Hours & Credits

  • ECTS Credits

    5
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4
  • Overview

    Summary module description:
    This course investigates interesting and key aspects of the theory of linear water waves.

    Aims:
    To investigate and understand a variety of phenomena displayed by water waves.

    Assessable learning outcomes:
    By the end of the module, students are expected to be able to:

    -Recognise and solve problems concerning a variety of water wave phenomena.

    Additional outcomes:

    Outline content:
    This course investigates interesting and key aspects of the theory of linear water waves, including ripples, shallow water theory, waves in fluid of intermediate depth, and deep water waves.

    Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
    Lectures supported by problem sheets and lecture-based tutorials.

    Other information on summative assessment:
    One examination paper.

    Formative assessment methods:
    Problem sheets.

    Penalties for late submission:
    The Module Convener will apply the following penalties for work submitted late, in accordance with the University policy.
    where the piece of work is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
    where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.

    The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at: http://www.reading.ac.uk/web/FILES/qualitysupport/penaltiesforlatesubmission.pdf
    You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.

    Length of examination:
    2 hours

    Requirements for a pass:
    A mark of 40% overall.

    Reassessment arrangements:
    One examination paper of 2 hours duration in August/September.

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Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.

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Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.

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