Research Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ABEE4109 | Architecture and Built Environment | 4 | 40 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- ABEE4109
- School
- Architecture and Built Environment
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 40
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This is an individual research project module which seeks to develop the ability to plan, execute and report on a piece of work at a professional level. The detailed content of the project is a matter for discussion between the student and their supervisor. However, the project will normally involve a mixture of experimental, theoretical and computational work together with a relevant literature review. The student will be required to produce a professional report and deliver an oral presentation.
Target Students
MEng Architectural Environment Engineering students: U7UAEENG (Year 4); U7UAEENGY (Year 5); U7UAEENGY1 (Year 5); (K241, K24A, K24D).
Classes
- One tutorial each week for 20 weeks
Assessment
- 20% Coursework 1: A submission of the Research Project Interim Report (2500 ~ 3000 words) at the end of Autumn Semester, 20% of the Module mark.
- 60% Coursework 2: A submission of the Research Project Final Report (8500 ~ 10000 words) at the end of Spring Semester, 60% of the Module mark.
- 10% Presentation 1: A PowerPoint Presentation on the Research Project at the end of Spring Semester, 10% of the Module mark.
- 10% Coursework 3: Continuous Assessment (on planning, communication, attitude, initiative and judgement, draft Final Report submission), 10% of the Module mark.
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To develop in the student professional skills in planning and executing a piece of work for which they are responsible. It aims to exercise the student’s research ability; to collect, collate and analyse a body of information, to draw conclusions from this and to assemble their results into a coherent and concise written report.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:
M1 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
M2 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
M3 Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed
M4 Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems
M5 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
M6 Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems
M7 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
M8 Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct
M9 Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity
M12 Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems
M13 Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations
M15 Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights
M16 Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. Evaluate effectiveness of own and team performance.