Course Details in 2021/22 Session

Module Title	LM Reseach Skills and Research Environment
School	School of Engineering
Department	Civil Engineering
Module Code	04 25525
Module Lead	Prof C J Baker
Level	Masters Level
Credits	30
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
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Description	This module will equip students for the major research project through: a) Independent study of advanced IT skills; b) Development of verbal and written communication skills; c) Development of skills relevant to literature research, and the writing of a critical research review; d) Development of knowledge relating to the railway research environment; e) Engagement with a wide range of railway related research and operation topics.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module, the student should be able to: 1. Independently upgrade skills in IT in order to become more efficient researchers and communicators. 2. Engage with constructive criticism to improve communication skills. 3. Research and write a critical literature review. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the railway research environment. 5. Demonstrate a broad appreciation of research developments in the railway industry
Assessment	25525-02 : Literature Review : Coursework (30%) 25525-03 : Lab : Practical (30%) 25525-04 : Seminar/Poster/PPT/Abstract : Coursework (40%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Computer Based IT tests 10% Summaries and oral presentation of technical papers 20% Critical literature review 50% Essay on research environment 10% Summaries of seminars 10%
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