Ongoing assessment on theory and practical work during the semester comprising:
two multiple choice quizzes (30 minutes each), Week 7 and Week 11 (10% each);
two practical reports to be completed during the practical sessions (2 page short question & answer, each report equivalent to 150 words), Weeks 2-3 and Weeks 5-6 (depending on practical group) (5% each);
one practical report (1000 words), due Weeks 10-12 (depending on practical group) (10%);
a 2-hour written examination during the examination period (60%).