Problem_solving |
Students will select a problem-driven environmental management topic and through exploring potential solutions, develop cometency in key sampling techniques, best practice and the choice of "appropriate technology". |
Research skills |
Through the practical sessions and tutorials, students will gain research skills required to provide a practical solution to their chosen environmental management problem. |
Communication |
Academic and commercial writing skills will be developed. |
Improving own Learning and Performance |
Feedback on the "scoping" report will inform the final report. |
Team work |
Students will be involved in the planning of both the practical and written elements of the modules. Effective team-building, management and communication skills will be developed. |
Information Technology |
Storage and retrieval of data.
Report writing.
Presentation of data in reports.
Use of electronic journals and databases, etc. |
Application of Number |
Required for the analysis and synthesis of data obtained in the practical sessions and incorporated into the reports. |
Personal Development and Career planning |
Students will gain confidence in their ability to plan, perform, evaluate and report on their chosen sampling methods. |
Subject Specific Skills |
Generic and pathway specific sampling skills (please refer to key skills 1,2 and 6) |