Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Chemistry Research Internship | ||
Code | CHEM309 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr G Sedghi Chemistry G.Sedghi@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 22.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM231 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II; CHEM246 MEASUREMENTS IN CHEMISTRY; CHEM260 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II; CHEM214 COORDINATION AND ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY OF THE D-BLOCK METALS; CHEM245 PREPARATIVE CHEMISTRY: SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERISATION; CHEM280 KEY SKILLS FOR CHEMISTS 2 |
Aims |
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This module is designed to: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To maintain accurate records of experiments, and reliable and comprehensive account of any methodologies used |
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(LO2) To prepare and deliver oral presentations to high scientific and professional standards that describes the experiences during the internship, the research objectives and the rationale behind the project design. |
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(LO3) To write a report on the research priorities, the internal and external drivers of the research strategy and the potential impact of the research on the local and wider community. |
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(LO4) To analyse and critically evaluate data, information and observations and to draw valid conclusions |
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(S1) Research Skills |
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(S2) Organisational skills |
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(S3) Problem solving skills |
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(S4) Communication skills |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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3 hours seminars prior to the internship, where students receive essential instructions and information that is required for a safe and successful internship. The seminars run in semester two of the previous academic year. Failure to attend the seminars means that students are not allowed to undertake the internship. 2 hours Tutorial: post-internship seminars, where students discuss their experiences and plan for the internship report and presentation. Internships - This refers to scheduled available time for the lab based internship. The internship is a 6 weeks research placement in summer between Year 2 and 3 Chemistry undergraduate studies. |
Syllabus |
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A project will be undertaken in an area of Chemical Research in a wide range of topics including Organic Synthesis, Catalysis, Surface Science, Electrochemistry, Chemical Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Nanotechnology, Theoretical Chemistry, Co-ordination Chemistry and Bio-organic Chemistry. The exact nature and format of the project, and the timing of its elements, may vary, but all projects are designed to meet the same set of learning outcomes, including research planning, background reading, conducting research, analysing findings, communicating findings orally and in writing. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
3 |
2 |
180 |
185 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 40 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 225 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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oral presentation after placement (weeks 1-5 of sem 1) There is no re-submission opportunity. These assignments are not marked anonymously. | 15 minutes | 10 | ||||
research internship report (3,500 +/- 500 words), to be submitted after placement (weeks 1-5, semester 1) Standard UoL penalties apply for late submission. There is a re-submission opportunity. The | 3000-4000 words | 65 | ||||
weekly online reflective portfolio, to be completed during the internship Standard UoL penalties apply for late submission. There is no re-submission opportunity. These assignments are not marked a | 25 |