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 | NGN Research Skills II | ||
Code | ENGG424 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof EA Patterson Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng Eann.Patterson@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2017-18 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 30 |
Aims |
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To further develop the ability to identify, plan and 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 identified topic. |
Learning Outcomes |
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Ability to identify, plan and undertake a substantial research project with a high degree of autonomy. |
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Produce a detailed scientific report on their research including justification for undertaking the research and the potential for exploitation. |
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Display their knowledge of the research topic and defend their choice of research direction, the conclusions drawn and their vision for exploitation of the results in an oral examination. |
Syllabus |
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Research studies within the field of nuclear science and engineering in support of PhD project approved by the NGN CDT. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Laboratory Work - As specified in a tailored training plan to support future PhD studies. |
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Work Placement - Placement at a sponsoring organisation |
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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 a sponsoring organisation 40 Preparation of a report as specified in tailored training programme |
190 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 110 | ||||||
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 |
Practical Assessment | Throughout semester | Semester 2 | 30 | Yes | Non-standard penalty applies | Project Execution Non-standard penalty applies for late submission, |
Coursework | 25 pages | Semester 2 | 35 | Yes | Non-standard penalty applies | Project report Non-standard penalty applies for late submission, |
Coursework | 30 minutes | Semester 3 | 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. The use of slides or poster will be assigned for assessment 3 based on which was not used in ENGG423 assessment 3. |
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. Explanation of Reading List: |