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 | Key Skills for Chemists 3 | ||
Code | CHEM385 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr JW Gaynor Chemistry J.W.Gaynor@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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This module aims to help Chemistry students develop skills needed for further educational opportunities 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 employability section of the module, students should be able to demonstrate both a familiarity with, and an understanding of, the importance of transferable skills to the workplace. |
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(LO2) By the end of the employability section of the module, students will be able to evaluate work created by their peers through peer reviewing processes and recommend improvements to their peers work. |
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(LO3) By the end of the employability section of the module, students will be able to give an oral presentation as part of a team, based around the group mini-project. |
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(LO4) By the end of the database section of the module, students should be able to use scientific databases effectively for literature and citation searches. |
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(LO5) By the end of the database section of the module, students should be able to find relevant information from online chemical databases regarding chemical reactions and structures. |
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(LO6) By the end of the database section of the module, students should be able to apply the database skills in writing a report drawing from scientific literature. |
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(S1) Students will develop teamwork and communication skills through group work and peer reviewing |
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(S2) Students will develop organisational and lifelong learning skills through portfolio and reflection activities |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Coursework 1: Two database skills lectures (2 x 1 hr) and a workshop (1 x 3 hr). Coursework 2: There are 6-8 employability lectures (attendance at at least 6 expected). Employability portfolio activities are highly variable in length and students can choose when and how they engage with the material. Coursework 3: Employability group work involves 2 tutorials (2 x 1 hr) and a final workshop (1 x 3 hr) where groups present their final presentation. Summary: |
Syllabus |
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DATABASES EMPLOYABILITY PORTFOLIO AND APPLICATION EMPLOYABILITY GROUP WORK AND PEER REVIEW |
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 |
2 |
6 |
16 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 59 | ||||||
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 |
Coursework 1, databases Resit: Yes | 0 | 30 | ||||
Coursework 2, employability portfolio Exemptions: anonymous marking 4.3c Resit: Yes | 0 | 20 | ||||
Coursework 3, Employability group work and peer review Exemptions: electronic submission 3.2a anonymous marking 4.3f, mix Resit: No | 0 | 50 |