Research Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ABEE3023 | Department of Architecture and Built Environment | 3 | 30 | Full year China |
- Code
- ABEE3023
- School
- Department of Architecture and Built Environment
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Full year China
Summary
The purpose of the project is to undertake an individual piece of original research on a topic in building/environmental services engineering. The research project report forms an important part of the degree examination. It allows a candidate considerable initiative in subject matter and method of treatment, and consequently it is important that it is written with care. Each candidate has a supervisor and moderator who are both normally members of staff of the Department. The role of the supervisor is to give guidance in choosing and carrying out the project, while the moderator helps to judge the effectiveness of the candidate's understanding and presentation of his/her work
Target Students
BEng Architectural Environment Engineering students
Classes
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 12 weeks
Except for the first introductory lecture there are no timetabled classes but students will have regular meetings with their supervisors and use the library, laboratory and computing facilities as required. In addition, depending on the exact nature of the project, field work or in-company work may be necessary.
Assessment
- 20% Coursework 1: 1500 - 2000 word interim report
- 10% Assignment: Diary and Supervision meeting
- 70% Coursework 2: 7500 - 9000 word final report
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
The module aims to provide students with experience in the practice of engineering at a professional level. Students should aim to develop professional attitudes and working practices in terms of planning and executing a research project, recording and reporting it, showing initiative and taking responsibility.Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student will be able to plan, execute and report in a concise manner the results of an individual piece of work to a professionally acceptable standard. Information Technology, researching, planning, time management, problem solving, academic writing and presentation skills.
This module supports the following Engineering Council learning outcomes - supporting students to
C1 Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering
C2 Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed
C3 Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed
C4 Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems
C5 Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards
C6 Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems
C7 Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life-cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts
C8 Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct
C9 Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity
C12 Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems
C13 Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations
C15 Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights
C16 Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance
Conveners
- Dr Sung-Hugh Hong