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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2009 - 2010
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Module Title |
Analytical Science Literature Survey
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Module Code |
BE493
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School |
School of Biotechnology
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Brendan O'Connor | Office Number | X222 |
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Level |
4
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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- To provide skill in utilising library and computer scientific information.
- To teach methods of collating, analysing and compiling a review on a chosen subject.
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Learning Outcomes
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Students should gain:·
- A knowledge on searching scientific information on computer.
- Use of library periodicals and books.· An understanding of scientific information relating to chosen subject.
- The ability to condense collected scientific information into a short review
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
0
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
0
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
75
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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The student will choose from a variety of research topics provided by the academic staff of the School of Biological Sciences at the start of semester
Student will develop a number of skills which will be important in almost any discipline or professional activity, including the ability to:·
- Locate and retrieve relevant (scientific) information from a variety of sources, books, journals and the internet·
- Organise information in a logically, structured and coherent fashion with reference to specified objectives.·
- Critically evaluate and compare information ·
- Present information in a clear and concise manner, while adhereing to the conventions of scientific writing and the relevant format guidelines provided.·
- The literature review should be approximately 30 pages in length and contain complete index, short summary, introduction specific sections, conclusion and bibliography.
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Essential: Relevant research articles, reviews and books
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| AS | BSc in Analytical Science |
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