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 2A | ||
Code | CHEM281 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr GR Darling Chemistry Darling@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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1. To further develop the quantitative skills of a student, through more advanced skills in the application of mathematics, physics and information technology applicable to the second year of an undergraduate degree in chemistry. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) The overarching learning outcome is that students will gain the necessary key skills to perform well in their chemistry degree programmes. |
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(LO2) Quantitative key skills: By the end of the module a successful student will have improved their ability to: |
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(LO3) Molecular Modelling skills. By the end of this module, a successful student will have gained: |
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(LO4) General key skills: By the end of this module, a successful student will have developed a range of new transferable and employability skills applicable to further study and wider employment. |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
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(S2) Numeracy |
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(S3) Teamwork |
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(S4) IT skills |
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(S5) Communication skills |
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(S6) Students will have further developed their chemistry-related cognitive abilities and skills as highlighted in the QAA Chemistry benchmark statement including (i) the ability to apply such knowledge and understanding to the solution of qualitative and quantitative problems ; (ii) skills in the practical applications of theory using computer software and models; (iii) skills in communicating scientific material and arguments; (iv) information technology and data-processing skills, relating to chemical information and data. |
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(S7) Students will have generic skills developed in the context of chemistry that are of a general nature and applicable in many other contexts as highlighted in the QAA Chemistry benchmark statement including (i)communication skills (written and oral); (ii) problem-solving skills, relating to qualitative and quantitative information; (iii) numeracy and mathematical skills; (iv) information retrieval skills; (v) ICT skills; (vi) interpersonal skills, relating to the ability to interact with other people and to engage in team-working; (viii) time management and organisational skills. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This module aims to follow on from the approach used in the Year One module CHEM180 Key Skills for Chemists 1, with similar teaching and learning strategies, but providing opportunities to develop the key skills of the students to a higher level. Extensive use of Canvas, email and on-line information will be made, with students expected to use canvas to view announcements, presentations and obtain General Key Skills (GKS) Quantitative Key Skills (QKS) Molecular Modelling Key Skills (MMKS) In total: |
Syllabus |
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General Key Skills (GKS) Quantitative Key Skills (QKS) |
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 |
4 |
2 |
20 |
26 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 49 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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QKS workshop exercises submitted during in-person classes Exemptions: electronic submission 3.2b, mix anonymous marking 4.3e | 0 | 60 | ||||
MMKS, modelling assignment problems | 0 | 30 | ||||
GKS Portfolio Exemptions: anonymous marking 4.3f | 0 | 10 |