Chemical Engineering Graduate Research Project 2
PostgraduateCUR-ENR6102021
Course information for 2021 intake
Search for a solution to an authentic chemical engineering problem. Choose to conduct your work in the lab, use computer simulations, or design and build equipment. Report your findings to your research supervisor.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 14 weeks
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Chemical Engineering Graduate Research Project 2
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- identify, plan and commence a project that leads to the solution of an authentic chemical engineering problem
- deploy an appropriate combination of knowledge, research, analytical methods, cross disciplinary learning skills, and creativity to conceive, design and develop solutions to complex engineering problems with intellectual independence
- develop a project management plan that outlines objectives, activities, resources, timeline and risk assessment to demonstrate self-discipline, self-management skills, personal responsibility and the ability to set learning and achievement goals
- reflect upon and critically review project work and apply advanced communication and interpretative skills to convey progress in written form adhering to university conventions of academic integrity.
- Introduction to research project & Lab safety
- Literature search & Literature review writing
- Endnote
- Report writing
- Statistical analysis and regression
- Factorial experiment
- Undertake research tasks required for research project
- Attend weekly meetings with supervisor
- Submit initial and progress report
A laboratory-based project, or a computer simulation problem, or an equipment design and build project, or another type of industry-based problem.
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- Reflective Journals (10%)
- Initial Report (10%)
- Progress Report (80%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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