Module Details
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Title Research Skills I
Code ENGG423
Coordinator Dr MK Patel
Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng
Maulik.Patel@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 7 FHEQ Second Semester 30

Aims

To develop the ability to undertake independent research in the field of nuclear science and engineering, in particular to acquire the knowledge, skills and understanding to support a PhD-level programme of research in an indentified topic.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Ability to undertake a substantial research project with a high degree of autonomy

(LO2) Produce a detailed scientific report on their research

(LO3) Display their knowledge of the research topic and defend their course of investigation in an oral examination.

(S1) Synthesis of the basic principles of the subject area of the project

(S2) Practical skills relevent to the project area

(S3) Time management and working towards deadlines

(S4) Problem identification and problem solving

Syllabus
 

Research studies within the field of nuclear science and engineering in support of PhD project approved by CDT.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Laboratory Work
Description: As specified in a tailored training plan to support future PhD studies
Attendance Recorded: No

Teaching Method 2 - Work Placement
Description: Placement at sponsoring organisation
Attendance Recorded: No

Teaching Method 3 - Assessment
Description: Preparation of a report as specified in tailored training programme
Attendance Recorded: No

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours       110

 40

 40

 190
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 110
TOTAL HOURS 300

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
Oral presentation on project work using either slides or poster followed by Q&A There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - This is not an anonymous assessme  30 Minutes    35       
Project report There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semster 2  25 pages    35       
Project Execution There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2  Throughout semester    30       

Recommended Texts
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