Module Details

Module Code: ZPRO H4103
Module Title: Research Project in Brewing and Distilling
Title: Research Project in Brewing and Distilling
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: Dina Brazil
Domains:  
Module Description: • To develop the learner’s knowledge, skills and competency in project planning, design and execution and in the analysis and presentation of data. • To enable students to present results in the context of the current stage of knowledge in oral and written form. • To allow the learner to work independently to address a research question with due regard for GLP and Health and Safety and place it the context of the wider scientific literature.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Frame a research question ; critically access the literature in order to write literature review and determine the appropriate methods ; explain the project rationale and demonstrate a clear understanding of the projects aims and objectives.
LO2 Demonstrate competence in project design, planning, development .
LO3 Demonstrate the ability to work independently in a safe and professional manner, keep an accurate record of their work, show initiative and solve problems
LO4 Critically synthesise and analyse data generated , using the literature and learnings from other modules in the programme .
LO5 Integrate the knowledge acquired through other modules on the programme in a practical manner
LO6 Communicate the project findings in an appropriate format and present and defend work to peers and others
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Project
An independent laboratory based research project in brewing or distilling, or a related topic, will be carried out by the student under the supervision and guidance of an academic. The project involves the development of autonomous self directed learning in consultation with supervisors and others. Students are assigned at least one supervisor who will guide them through the process, meeting with them regularly. Students have access to the expertise of the entire supervisory team and are expected to avail of such. Students are expected to engage in group learning by discussing their project with each other and helping with problem solving. They must record the ongoing progress of their project and the analysis of their data in a laboratory notebook, diary or in another format that will be will be monitored by their supervisor. Students will write up the final project report in an agreed format with includes the literature survey and the project rationale, methodology, project findings, discussion and or recommendations in consultation with their supervisor who will correct preliminary drafts
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Project100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 15
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Literature review
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Project Plan
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Project execution
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 35
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Final written report and analysis
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Presentation and Defence
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Referencing
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Research methods 24 Weeks per Stage 0.33 8
Project Non Contact Project execution 24 Weeks per Stage 4.00 96
Independent Learning Non Contact Accessing literature, academic writing , data analysis, preparation of review and reports. 30 Weeks per Stage 4.87 146
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.33
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Kate Williams. (1995), Writing reports, Oxford Centre for Staff Development, Oxford, [ISBN: 1873576358].
  • Maeve O'Connor; with cartoons by Jenny Gretton. (1991), Writing successfully in science, HarperCollins Academic, London, [ISBN: 0412446308].
  • Derek Swetnam. Writing Your Dissertation: How to Plan, Prepare and Present Successful Work, How to Books, p.110, [ISBN: 185703662X].
  • P Levin. (2008), Excellent Dissertations - Student friendly guides, Open University Press.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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