CHE-20037 - Module Specification
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module has three key parts. Firstly, you will focus on developing your employability skills including communication, problem solving and group work. You will maintain a reflective diary to chart your progress in developing these skills. Secondly, you will focus on the key issues surrounding industrial chemistry including economic, international and sustainability aspects. We will explore industrial processes, the application of the 12 principles of green chemistry and the chemistry of technology through a series of interactive lectures. Thirdly, you will undertake a group project to propose a solution to an industrial chemistry problem with strong links to sustainability. You will be supported through workshops on innovation, research project planning, budgeting and other aspects and you will present your ideas as a project pitch before completing a final feasibility study proposal. Throughout this you will be able to continue developing several graduate attributes and be supported by regular tutor contact and feedback opportunities.

to develop and apply knowledge and understanding of industrial chemical processes in a global context
to investigate the chemistry of technology and develop knowledge and understanding of the underpinning chemical principles and sustainability implications;
to further develop a range of problem solving, and written and oral communication skills;
to reflect on progress made in developing transferrable, employability and business skills in a chemistry context.

Intended Learning Outcomes

communicate information effectively and professionally through specified written, graphical and oral presentation formats, both individually and collaboratively: 1,2
research, describe and explain the chemical principles behind the components of technology and related sustainability implications: 1
individually and collaboratively analyse and propose innovative solutions to problems within the context of the chemical industry.: 2
reflect critically on progress developing transferrable, employability and business skills in a chemistry context: 3

Study hours

Active Learning:
32 hours of interactive lectures
4 hours of summative and formative assessment (poster session, group presentation)
Independent Study - 114 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment