Professional, Experimental and Academic Competencies
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ENGFF004 | Foundation in Engineering and Physical Sciences | 0 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- ENGFF004
- School
- Foundation in Engineering and Physical Sciences
- Level
- 0
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
The aim of this module is to develop the students basic study skills. This will be done with an overarching aim to improve the students’ awareness of research and communication methods relevant to an engineering/science related discipline. The following topic areas will be covered:
- Information gathering, effective use of the Library
- Time management.
- Effective technical writing through reports, laboratory reports and posters
- Academic misconduct, the consequences and how to avoid it
- Error analysis in experimentation
- Giving a technical presentation
- Using electronic resources (WORD, EXCEL)
- Working as a member of a team and group project work
- Preparing for exams
Reassessment is two coursework submissions weighted at 50% each
Target Students
H100, H10Y,H109
Assessment
- 10% Coursework 1: Continuous assessment
- 20% Coursework 2: Short lab reports
- 40% Coursework 3: Major lab report
- 30% Coursework 4: Individual research with poster presentation
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The aim of this module is to develop the student’s skills in, and awareness of, effective learning strategies, time management, written and oral communications and appropriate use of Information Technology in the context of their field of study.Learning Outcomes
The student will demonstrate their ability to carry out an effective information search. The student will be able to organise and present their findings in a written report
The student will organise and deliver a structured presentation, making appropriate use of available resources
The student will engage with the module on a regular basis
a. Knowledge and understanding
Understanding of the assessment processes used within the HE environment
Awareness of aspects of technology relevant to the field of study
b. Intellectual skills
Application of appropriate analysis techniques to collected data
c. Professional practical skills
Selection and appropriate use of IT resources for effective organisation, presentation and analysis of collected data
d. Transferable (key) skills
Time Management
Presentation Skills
Written and Oral Communications