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 | MSC(ENG) PROJECT (60 CREDITS) | ||
Code | ENGG660 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof Y Zhao Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng Y.Y.Zhao@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 60 |
Aims |
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This module enables students to pursue a research project under the guidance of a member of academic staff. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On successful completion of the project, the student should have developed a substantial and systematic knowledge and understanding of key aspects of the engineering or engineering-related topic of his/her project, including the theory, recognised principles and best practices (as appropriate). Much of this knowledge will be at, or informed by, the forefront of defined aspects of the discipline. |
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(LO2) On successful completion of the project, the student should also have developed a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the experimental and theoretical techniques and research methodology appropriate to advanced study in their field. |
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(S1) On successful completion of the project, the student should be able to show experience and enhancement of the following key skills: |
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(S2) On successful completion of the project, the student should be able to show experience and enhancement in some of the following discipline-specific practical skills (depending on the scope of the project): |
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(S3) On successful completion of the project, the student should be able to demonstrate ability in several of the following: |
Syllabus |
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The purpose of the project is: The dissertation must provide evidence of: in-depth understanding of the subject; mastery of research techniques; ability to assemble and analyse data; ability to evaluate the project outcomes. The project provides the main means for assessing whether a student meets the QAA’s Qualification Descriptor for a Master’s degree. Master's degrees are awarded to students who have demonstrated: |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
24 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 576 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 600 |
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 |
Interim stage assessment via viva, including literature review, logbook and project progress. | 1 week | 15 | ||||
Final stage assessment, including report, underlying work and logbook. | 1 week | 85 |
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. |