Module Details
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Title STUDY SKILLS (OCEAN SCIENCES)
Code ENVS103
Coordinator Dr P Salaun
Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences
Pascal.Salaun@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 4 FHEQ Whole Session 15

Aims

To train students to make observations, collect and record data using basic oceanographic equipment.
To train students to carry out analytical work in laboratory conditions.
To improve students' oral and written communication skills, including their ability to reference correctly.
To improve students' numerical skills, specifically in statistics.
To enthuse students about ocean sciences through reading and discussing topics selected for oral presentation.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Write an essay and reference correctly

(LO2) Quantitatively summarise, synthesise and interpret data collected during fieldwork

(LO3) Communicate effectively to their peers

(LO4) Perform analytical tasks (e.g. measurement of oxygen, chlorophyll, iron) in laboratory conditions.

(S1) Numeracy/computational skills - Confidence/competence in measuring and using numbers

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - visual

(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills)

(S5) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis

(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

Syllabus
 

Semester 1: Fieldwork weekend in North Wales, Statistical analysis of data collected during fieldwork, Poster production and introduction to Synoptic Meterology including formative presentations, literature (Web of Science) and references tool (Endnote software), development of writing skills, , including the University's policy on academic integrity, tutor/tutees meetings (one every 3 weeks)

Semester 2: Development of presentation skills through summative group oral presentations ; Development of laboratory and analytical skills; introduction to an oceanographic visualisation tool (ODV: Ocean Data View), tutor/tutees meetings (one every 3 weeks).

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: 1 hour Lecture per week for semester 1, 4 1 hour lectures in Semester 2

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Description: Meeting between tutor and tutees
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: 1 hour tutorial every 3 weeks for Semesters 1 and 2

Teaching Method 3 - Field Work
Description: 1.5 day fieldwork in North Wales
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Done early in semester 1.

Teaching Method 4 - Practical
Description: Practical to be carried out in chemistry laboratory or in computer room
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: Semester 2 - 3 hours for chemistry practical (Week1, 3, 5 and 7) and then 2 hours (week 9 and 11)

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 16

   8

   18

 16

 58
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 92
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
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
Assessment 3 15 minute group presentation There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :2  15 minutes    25       
Assessment 4 Practical reports/lab books There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :2  Practical reports/la    30       
Assessment 1 - Poster There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :1  Poster less than 500    25       
Assessment 2 - Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :1  Up to 1000 word essa    20       

Recommended Texts
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