2015/16 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
CHEM3435 Extended Literature-based Project Work
15 creditsClass Size: 80
Module manager: Dr R J Ansell
Email: r.j.ansell@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2015/16
Pre-requisite qualifications
Level 2 in Chemistry or equivalentThis module is mutually exclusive with
| CHEM3436 | Extended Literature-based Project Work (Semester 2) |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to carry out a literature search in a defined area of chemistry, using books, reviews and journals as source material, and to write a developed and coherent critical dissertation which highlights and evaluates the continuing developments in the chosen area. They will also be able to write a short "news" type article in the same field.Learning outcomes
Will vary according to the precise topic chosen by the student.
Syllabus
The project will be allocated from a list of available topics which are appropriate to the overall scheme of study, taking into account the preferences of the student, and will be supervised by a member of staff.
The project requires the selection and detailed study of relevant literature, and the submission of a formatted list of references, a written dissertation up to 5,000 words and a short "news" type article of up to 600 words.
Each topic will focus on an aspect of modern chemistry, so as to require the location of original papers in the primary scientific literature, and to gain an appreciation of the continuing developments in the chosen area. Training will be provided in literature searching and referencing.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Library Session | 1 | 2.00 | 2.00 |
| Preparation Class | 1 | 0.50 | 0.50 |
| Supervision Meetings | 5 | 0.50 | 2.50 |
| Private study hours | 145.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 5.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 | ||
Private study
145 hours - collection and evaluation of literature and preparation of dissertation.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Supervision by a member of staff throughout the project, including marking of formatted list of references and feedback on draft report.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Assignment | News Item to be completed by the end of semester 2 | 20.00 |
| Essay or Dissertation | To be completed by the end of semester 2. | 72.00 |
| Source Analysis | A preliminary, formatted list of references submitted in semester 1 | 8.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 27/04/2016
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