CH2401: Project
| School | Cardiff School of Chemistry |
| Department Code | CHEMY |
| Module Code | CH2401 |
| External Subject Code | 100417 |
| Number of Credits | 40 |
| Level | L7 |
| Language of Delivery | English |
| Module Leader | Professor Ian Fallis |
| Semester | Double Semester |
| Academic Year | 2013/4 |
Outline Description of Module
This module is taken by MChem students who spent their third year in industry or abroad. It consists of a supervised research project spread over two semesters, selected from a portfolio prepared by members of staff from their own research interests. The work will include new studies, a literature survey, and preparation of a project report which will be examined orally. Candidates will also present a mid-project research colloquium.
On completion of the module a student should be able to
- describe in detail the chemistry of the chosen topic, including background information from the literature and new results;
- explain the chemistry underlying the chosen project.
How the module will be delivered
264 (12 h per week over 22 weeks, or 24 h per week over 11 weeks) timetabled hours of independent investigation, supervised by a member of academic staff.
Skills that will be practised and developed
Intellectual skills
On completion of the module the student will be able to show a detailed and advanced mastery of a specific topic at the research frontier level.
Chemistry –specific skills
On completion of the module the student will be able to:
- plan and carry out an original investigation in a topic from any part of practical or theoretical chemistry;
- select source literature and place it within the context of the project, with critical assessment of preceding work;
- record all working notes in an appropriate manner, with reference to risk and hazard where applicable;
- plan and compose a detailed report in standard format on all aspects of the project;
- present a lecture about the work and answer questions;
- defend the report in oral examination.
Transferable skills
On completion of the module the student will be able to present and defend a case following detailed study.
How the module will be assessed
The module will be assessed on the basis of performance in the laboratory, a written report, an oral (viva voce) examination, and an oral presentation.
Assessment Breakdown
| Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical-Based Assessment | 20 | Intellectual And/Or Practical Contribution | N/A |
| Dissertation | 40 | Written Report | N/A |
| Oral/Aural Assessment | 20 | Oral Examination | N/A |
| Presentation | 20 | Oral Presentation | N/A |
Syllabus content
This module consists of one supervised research project spread over two semesters, in any suitable area of chemistry. The work will include new studies, a literature survey, and preparation of a project report which will be examined orally. Candidates will present a mid-project research colloquium.
Topics will normally involve practical laboratory work, but projects with a large theoretical component are also possible, in appropriate areas.
Essential Reading and Resource List
There is no indicative reading list for this module.