Department of Chemistry, Unit Catalogue 2008/09 |
CH30081 Industrial placement (MChem - half year) |
Credits: 21 |
Level: Honours |
Academic Year |
Assessment: OT100 |
Requisites: |
While taking this unit you must take CH30083 and take CH40092 and take CH40130 and in taking this unit you cannot take CH30055 or take CH30060 |
Aims & Learning Objectives: To provide students with an opportunity to gain 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. 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. |