NG3S120A - Individual Project 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3S120A | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Individual Project | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built Environment and Civil Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Civil Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Blessing Adeleke | ||
| Module Team: | Jiping Bai, Jonathan Oti, David Baxter, John Kinuthia, Jerome Daly, Joanne Thomas, Rhiannon Jones, Luan Al-Haddad, Sarah Moses | ||
| First Intended Intake: | JUL 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100148 - civil engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To further develop the effective research and academic writing skills necessary, to enable students to complete a small scale research project, relevant to their chosen area, based on a critical appraisal and analysis of current, relevant literature.
To provide the student with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to work independently and demonstrate their knowledge and understanding evidenced by the methodical collection, review and critical analysis of data (qualitative and/or quantitative), and the accurate interpretation and clear presentation of results.
To encourage lifelong learning through continuous professional development.
Content Summary
Each student will select a relevant topic within the field of their subject area and produce a synopsis to be moderated and agreed with the project supervisor.
A project identification synopsis and ethical review will be completed by the student and signed off by their designated supervisor confirming if necessary, that resources are available to undertake the project in the field and/or University.
As agreed with the supervisor the student will undertake the range of work necessary to achieve the aims and learning outcomes of the module.
Introductory lectures will be delivered at the beginning of the academic year. They will typically include (but are not limited to) project management, research methodology; collection of data; laboratory or field work; identification and review of theory and literature; assembling a theoretical framework; accurate bibliographic referencing; general approaches to empirical studies.
The student will give an interim presentation to their supervisor to assess progress.
The student will be required to produce a final project report in accordance with the guideline on content and structure given in the final year individual project descriptor.
Following submission of the final report the student will attend a viva voce to verbally examine their technical and /or analytical knowledge and understanding of their final report.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 5 |
| Project supervision | 10 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 20 |
| Independent Study | 105 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Work independently and methodically with limited supervision demonstrating appropriate research skills and initiative. |
| LO2 | Clearly identify problems and apply appropriate technical skills, knowledge and understanding through research findings and critical analysis; evidenced by up to-date literature. |
| LO3 | Effectively present the findings of an individual project, through sustained argument, both orally and in writing. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) 1 | Presentation | 15 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Dissertation / Major Project 1 | Report | 0 | 10000 | 80 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) 1 | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Dissertation / Major Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |