2016/17 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
CHEM5430M Laboratory-based Project Work X
30 creditsClass Size: 5
Module manager: Dr M Miranda
Email: M.Miranda@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan), Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2016/17
Pre-requisite qualifications
Suitable qualification from the home institutionThis module is mutually exclusive with
CHEM5440M | Lab-based Project Work 4M |
CHEM5460M | Lab-base Project Work 6M |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should have an understanding of the aims, nature and methodology of a chemistry research project.Students will have gained experience of the design and implementation of an investigation into a chemical problem using modern experimental techniques, developed an awareness of the nature of investigative chemistry, and the ability to interpret and present experimental evidence; and enhanced and developed their practical and problem solving skills.
Students will have the opportunity to develop their communication skills, and to describe their work competently through a variety of media, including a detailed written report and a poster presentation.
Syllabus
Following a short induction programme (which will provide general information and instruction on topics such as safety in the laboratory and the COSHH regulations, library and literature search facilities), students will undertake a substantial laboratory-based project. This will be allocated from a list of available topics, taking into account the preferences of the student, and will be supervised by a member of staff.
A second supervisor will also be allocated to provide additional support. During the initial stages of the project, the student will work in cooperation with the supervisor to formulate the direction of the research. The major part of the project will feature the collection (under supervision) and evaluation of relevant experimental data to meet the specific aims and objectives of the project.
During the course of the project, the students will be supported by regular supervisions with their research supervisor, and by seminars on practical techniques and presentation skills to prepare them for the final presentation stages of the project. The latter will include the preparation of a substantial written report, and the display of a poster presentation at an organised event to their peer group and the examining panel.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Laboratory | 48 | 4.00 | 192.00 |
Supervision | 10 | 1.50 | 15.00 |
Private study hours | 93.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 207.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300.00 |
Private study
Preparation of reports and presentation = 93 hours.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
- Assessment of initial report (2,000 words after 3 weeks)- Assessment of oral presentation
- Supervisors' support via regular meetings throughout the module.
(Supervisor and second supervisor)
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Report | Initial report | 10.00 |
Practical | Supervisor's assessment of practical work | 35.00 |
Report | Final report | 40.00 |
Oral Presentation | Oral Presentation | 15.00 |
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: 27/10/2014
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