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 | GEOPHYSICAL PROJECT | ||
Code | ENVS300 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof RT Holme Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences R.T.Holme@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 6 FHEQ | Whole Session | 30 |
Aims |
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To provide a research level training in a specific geophysical subject area; |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate an ability to followthe research literature to maintain knowledge of the specific field. |
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(LO2) Demonstrate the ability to acquire,analyse and evaluate the significance of data in relation to an independentresearch project. |
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(LO3) Demonstrate the ability to develop and test hypotheses. |
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(LO4) Demonstrate a high-level knowledge of a specific field of Geophysics. |
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(LO5) Demonstrate competence in audio-visual presentation through formalpresentations/talks |
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(LO6) Demonstrate competance in the organisation and writing of word-processed scientificreports. |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
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(S2) Numeracy |
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(S3) Teamwork |
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(S4) Communication skills |
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(S5) IT skills |
Syllabus |
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Content is defined individual project descriptions, which vary from year to year. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Tutorial Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work Teaching Method 3 - Other |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
120 |
6 |
150 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 150 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
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 |
Notes |
A 10 minute talk on the topic and progress of the project followed by questions Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) : | 15 minutes | 10 | ||||
A thesis presenting the topic and outcome of the project There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule | Up to 10,000 words | 75 | ||||
Student engagement as evidenced by their weekly log submissions Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Throughout | Througout | 15 |
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. |