Department of Chemistry, Unit Catalogue 2009/10 |
CH30055: Industrial placement (MChem) |
 Credits:
| 42 |
| Level:
| Honours |
| Period: | Academic Year |
| Assessment:
| OT 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| 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 |
| Description: | 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, a poster at appropriate times during the placement. Content: A programme of investigative work/research project in a company or organisation approved by the Department of Chemistry. The content will depend on the precise requirements of the placement provider. |