Department of Chemistry, Unit Catalogue 2006/07

CH30055 Industrial placement (MChem)

Credits: 42

Level: Honours

Academic Year

Assessment: OT100

Requisites:

While taking this unit you must take CH40062 and take CH40130 and in taking this unit you cannot take CH30060 or take CH30081 or take CH30083

Available only for students on M.Chem. with Industrial Training degree programme.
Aims & Learning Objectives:
To provide students with an opportunity to gain a years experience of working in a chemical company or related organisation. During the placement, students will be expected to:
* Apply knowledge and skills gained at University to real applications of Chemistry and related areas.
* Demonstrate a range of "key skills" such as team work, time and project management, oral and written communication.
* Participate in an extended programme of experimental work and develop practical skills appropriate to the area of work.
* Participate in discussions concerning their work and contribute ideas as appropriate.
* Prepare an oral presentation and a poster at appropriate times during the placement
Content:
A research project will be conducted in a company or organisation approved by the Department of Chemistry. The content will depend on the precise requirements of the placement.

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