CHEM ENG 7046B - Masters Project Part 2

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024

In the two-semester M.Eng Research Project, students undertake an AQF9 research project and demonstrate deep discipline understanding in their field of study. Students work directly under the supervision of world-leading research academics, with potential for industry collaboration. These courses strengthen and apply the project management and research skills of the students with a focus on engineering communication and the integration of advanced technical methodologies.

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Course Details

Course Code	CHEM ENG 7046B
Course	Masters Project Part 2
Coordinating Unit	Chemical Engineering
Term	Semester 1
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	12
Contact	Up to 20 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Assessment	Performance during the project work, assessment of written reports, seminar presentations

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Diana Tran

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1.     Carry out a critical analysis of the relevant, refereed scientific literature

2.     Propose a sound engineering approach as a solution

3.     Demonstrate the solution through practical design and calculation

4.     Communicate findings in an effective scientific research report

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1-4
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	1-4
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	1-3
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1-4
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1-3
Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.	1-4
Attribute 7: Digital capabilities Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.	1-4
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	1-4

Learning Resources

Required Resources

None

Recommended Resources

Textbook: Not applicable.

Reference books:

1.     Bock P 2001, Getting It Right, Academic Press.

2.     Booth WC, Colomb GG, Williams JM 2008, The Craft of Research, 3rd edition, The University of Chicago Press.

Other texts, journals and on-line resources will need to be consulted during the course as the student reviews
the literature.

Online Learning

·          A range of online resources will be provided via MyUni
·          Use will also be made of online bibliographic databases (e.g. Web of Knowledge) and on-line journals (e.g. Sciencedirect).
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course is mainly self-directed study/group work. You must have regular weekly meetings with your supervisor and group members to discuss your project and progress.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

For a semester of this course the workload will be the equivalent time for two 3-unit courses in one semester. This should correspond to 24 hours a week for an average student to achieve a credit.

Learning Activities Summary

A set of lectures is run for this course and will be recored. These lectures should be attended.

Specific Course Requirements

You must have regular weekly project meetings with your supervisor and group members. Meeting times must be arranged between your supervisor and you/your group. Meeting minutes must be recorded and kept for each formal meeting. This document should record date, start and closing time, venue of the meeting, apologies, who attended and describe what was discussed and the results that were presented. Any proposed actions should be noted in the minutes and checked at the next meeting to see if they have been carried out.
In a group, taking of the minutesshould be rotated amongst group members. These minutes should be sent to all your group members and project supervisor to be able to reference.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment for this course may include a contribution from each of the following elements:

1. Progress report(s): 30%

2. Final report or dissertation: 70%

In certain circumstances the Final report may be a manuscript suitable for a fully refereed journal publication.

Assessment Related Requirements

This course includes self and peer assessment for the tasks undertaken within groups. Further details on self and peer assessment are posted on MyUni. To maintain the integrity of the assessment task(s) all students within a group contribute to each assessment task. Where there is evidence that group members have not contributed sufficiently to a group assessment task, the Academic Integrity policy may be applied.

Assessment Detail

Assessment details are stated in the course profile on MyUni.

Submission

Detailed information on submission deadlines and modes are stated in the course profile on MyUni.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

Student Feedback

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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