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 | ADVANCED TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS | ||
| Code | MNGT607 | ||
| 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 | First Semester | 5 |
Aims |
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To introduce effective techniques for presenting & defending complex technical arguments. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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An ability to handle complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgments in the absence of complete information and communicate their conclusions to specialist & non-specialist audiences. |
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Syllabus |
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Handling complex issues both systematically and creatively, making sound judgments in the absence of complete information and communicating conclusions to specialist & non-specialist audiences. Understanding and applying the skills necessary for communication excellence. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - Review of pre-session learning |
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Group-work - Working together to explore new learning with a tutor. |
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Role Play - Presentation of a complex technical programme |
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Formative Feedback (e.g. peer, revision sessions) - One-to-one feedback |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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2 Review of pre-session learning |
2 Working together to explore new learning with a tutor. 1 Presentation of a complex technical programme 1 One-to-one feedback |
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| Private Study | 44 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 50 | ||||||
Assessment |
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Notes |
| CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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| Coursework | 40 minutes | During one-day intensive sessi | 25 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Presentation and viva |
| Coursework | 40 minutes | About 1 month later than asses | 75 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Presentation and viva 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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