Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Engineering

Learning Methods

Lecture

Tutorial

Workshop

Module Offerings

3101FND-SEP-CTY

Aims

This module aims to introduce the student to some of the academic and practical skills that will support their progression in an engineering and technology focused higher education environment.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Apply research and academic methods to explore engineering and technology-based topics.
2.
Apply principles of mathematics and science to solve problems in an engineering and technology context.
3.
Demonstrate an understanding of academic and practical skills required in an engineering and technology focused higher education environment.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
The list below provides an indicative list of topics which may be covered in this module:

• Physical quantities and SI Units
• Using graphs and tables
• Performing experiments
• Handling and processing experimental data
• Uncertainty, accuracy, and precision
• Random and systematic errors
• Analysing results/findings
• Formulating conclusions

• Research skills
• Referencing
• Support networks
• Academic writing
• Report writing
• Presentations
• Data analysis
• Reflective practices
• Career planning
Module Overview:
This module aims to introduce the student to some of the academic and practical skills that will support their progression in an engineering and technology focused higher education environment.
Additional Information:
Timetabled onsite practical labs and workshops form a basis for assessment.

Assessments

Practice

Report

Presentation

Report