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 | APPLIED TECHNICAL QUALITY | ||
| Code | MNGT605 | ||
| Coordinator |
Dr SP Edwardson Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng S.P.Edwardson@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To apply prior learning from pre-requisite modules in a work-based environment and under supervision. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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A substantial knowledge and understanding of key aspects of the technical topic of their project including the theory, fundamental principles and best practice. |
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An ability to design an investigation and implement a plan of relevance to leadership and management. |
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A practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their discipline. |
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A practical knowledge of how to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgments in the absence of complete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences. |
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An ability to evaluate and implement the results of an investigation. |
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Syllabus |
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The work of each student will be directed and supervised by individual supervisors. A set of supporting lectures will be provided to help students plan and deliver their project, and to prepare for each assessment stage, including literature search and review; developing a suitable plan; statistical and optimisation techniques; survey research methods, research presentation. Projects must be started a maximum of 6 months after the start of the module and be completed in 6 months A project proposal will be due 1 month after the start of the project. Final stage assesments will be a report and oral presentation with Q&A session due 4 months after the start of the project.
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - Lectures to support and inform project work |
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Supervision - Project meetings with supervisor |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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5 Lectures to support and inform project work |
10 Project meetings with supervisor |
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| Private Study | 135 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 150 | ||||||
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 |
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| Coursework | 6 pages | First month | 15 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Project proposal specifying the aim, objectives and expected outcomes |
| Coursework | Maximum 25 pages | 4 months after start of projec | 60 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Final report on project |
| Coursework | 40 minutes | 4 months after start of the pr | 25 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Presentation followed by Q&A session Notes (applying to all assessments) - none |
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: |
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