One final written examination, not exceeding three hours at the end of semester, worth 70%;
Continuous assessment of submitted tutorial work, lab participation and reports, not exceeding 20 pages in total over the semester (approximately 25-30 hours of work per student), worth 20%;
A one hour mid-semester test, worth 10%.
Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the written exam to pass the subject.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 and 2 are assessed in the final written examination, the mid-semester test, submitted tutorial work and lab reports. ILOs 3 and 4 are assessed in the lab participation and submitted lab reports.