Registry
Module Specifications
Archived Version 2013 - 2014
| Module Title |
Scientific Literature
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| Module Code |
BE257
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School |
School of Biotechnology
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Anne Parle-McDermott | Office Number | X227 |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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| Compatibles |
None
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| Incompatibles |
None
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Description
To introduce the student to the formats by which scientific knowledge is stored and the methods by which it can be retrieved.
To introduce the conventions used in scientific writing.
To explain plagiarism and to instil an appreciation of the ethical aspects of scientific writing.
To develop the skills required for effectiuve oral presentation of scientific information
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Learning Outcomes
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
| Type |
Hours |
Description |
| Lecture | 2 | No Description | | Seminars | 12 | No Description | | Assignment Completion | 111 | 2 Essays and presentation | | 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
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities
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| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
| Course Work Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| 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 |
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources
None
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Programme or List of Programmes
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