Module Details
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Title NGN Research Skills I
Code ENGG423
Coordinator Prof EA Patterson
Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng
Eann.Patterson@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2017-18 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

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

Produce a detailed scientific report on their research

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

Syllabus
1 

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

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Laboratory Work - As specified in a tailored training plan to support future PhD studies

Work Placement - Placement at sponsoring organisation

Assessment - Preparation of a report as specified in tailored training programme

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours       110
As specified in a tailored training plan to support future PhD studies
  40
Placement at sponsoring organisation
40
Preparation of a report as specified in tailored training programme
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
Written Exam  Throughout semester  Semester 2  30  Yes  Non-standard penalty applies  Project Execution Non-standard penalty applies for late submission,  
Coursework  25 pages  Semster 2  35  Yes  Non-standard penalty applies  Project report Non-standard penalty applies for late submission,  
Coursework  30 Minutes  Semester 2  35  Yes  Non-standard penalty applies  Oral presentation on project work using either slides or poster followed by Q&A Non-standard penalty applies for late submission, Notes (applying to all assessments) Project execution will be monitored throughout the semester by an assigned academic supervisor. The remaining assessments will occur at the end of the semester and will be conducted by a small team of examiners including the assigned academic supervisor and the course director. In assessment 3, the use of slides or poster will be assigned and the opportunity to use the other format provided in ENGG424. 

Recommended Texts
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