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 | CHEM495 - Advanced Key Skills for MSc students | ||
Code | CHEM495 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr JW Gaynor Chemistry J.W.Gaynor@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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This module aims to develop essential skills that MSc students will need for both the duration of the programme and beyond, whether this be further education opportunities (ie., PhD) or employment in a wide range of chemical and non-chemical based sectors. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) By the end of the molecular modelling section of the module, a successful student will have gained: |
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(LO2) By the end of the employability section of the module, students will be able to |
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(LO3) By the end of the module, students should be able to use scientific databases effectively for literature and citation searches and to find relevant information from on-line chemical databases regarding chemical reactions, structures and properties. They should be able to apply the database skills in writing a report drawing from scientific literature. |
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(S1) Communication skills |
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(S2) Lifelong learning skills |
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(S3) Organisational skills |
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(S4) IT skills |
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(S5) Commercial awareness |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Attendance will be recorded at all in-class sessions. There is a large element of working independently during this course. Molecular modelling: Two lectures, two assignments and a feedback session. The two assignments to be completed after the lectures with assistance available in the optional workshops. Model answers to assignments will be released and individual feedback given. Employability: Five core lectures plus additional optional lectures, one presentation and the completion of various employability related activities which will be evidenced in a reflective portfolio. Detailed rubrics will be available in advance and individual feedback given. Databases: Eight e-lectures, two assignments and one report. The two assignments to be completed after a 4 e-lecture block of material with assistance available in an open-door hour with the coordinators (assignment 1) and the optional workshop (assignment 2). The report will be completed after the open-door and opti onal workshop sessions. General feedback will be released to all students and individual feedback will be offered. |
Syllabus |
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MOLECULAR MODELLING: This section will be the responsibility of Dr Richard Bonar Law. The lectures and workshops will cover: EMPLOYABILITY: This section will be the responsibility of Dr James Gaynor via three main types of activities. DATABASES: This section will be the responsibility of Dr David L. Cooper and Dr Neil Berry. The material will be covered mostly in a self-study process using up to eight e-lectures and online guidance. The material covered will progressively build in complexity to prepare students for their research projects during semesters 2/3, and will include: |
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. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
8 8 |
5 |
21 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 54 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Database assignments Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. There is a re-submission opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. | Two assignments + on | 30 | ||||
Employability assignments Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. There is a re-submission opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. | short presentation a | 35 | ||||
Molecular modelling assignments Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. There is a resubmission opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. | Two assignments | 35 |