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 | Dr Athanasia Dervisi |
Semester | Double Semester |
Academic Year | 2015/6 |
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) |
---|---|---|---|
Dissertation | 100 | Level 7 Project For Exchange Students | 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.
Background Reading and Resource List
There is no indicative reading list for this module.