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Module Title	Interdisciplinary Science
Module Code	CS150
School	School of Chemical Sciences
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Module Co-ordinator	Dr Odilla Finlayson	Office Number	X104
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module highlights the interdisciplinary nature of science and the inter-dependence of all areas of science and mathematics through a series of problems set in the wider context of science. Students tackle the problems within groups and present their solution in varied formats including oral presentation, poster, scientific article, etc. Specific problems assigned vary each year but they address topical issues, as well as ethical and communication issues.

Learning Outcomes

1. access and assess the scientific literature to find specific information
2. build arguments on topical issues supported by relevant and reliable scientific data
3. evaluate given data to make recommendations for specific action (e.g. in the context of environmental chemistry)
4. apply basic concepts in physics, chemistry and biology to solve context based problems
5. compile and present oral arguments on an assigned problem
6. identify issues of group work and individual responsibility in group work

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	12	Asignment and review of problem
Group work	24	timetabled time for group work
Independent Study	89	problem solving preparation
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction to module and module aims

Workshop on group working skills and problem-solving skills

Series of assigned problems that are multidisciplinary involving physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics.

Assigned problem on topical issue e.g nuclear energy, climate change etc

Assigned problem addressing ethical issue

Output from each problem will vary to include an oral presentation, poster presentation, written report, scientific paper etc.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

As given in associated modules: 0, All texts associated with CS13, BE101,102, PS122,123, MS125,
As given in associated modules: 0, Specific papers as allocated in each problem,

Other Resources

Programme or List of Programmes

AC	BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sc.
AS	BSc in Analytical Science
BT	BSc in Biotechnology
CES	BSc Common Entry into Science
ESH	BSc Environmental Science & Health
GCB	BSc in Genetics & Cell Biology
SCI	BSc Science International

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