Module Identifier | BSM3430 | ||||||||||||||
Module Title | SUSTAINABILITY IN PRACTICE | ||||||||||||||
Academic Year | 2006/2007 | ||||||||||||||
Co-ordinator | Dr Dylan G Jones | ||||||||||||||
Semester | Semester 2 | ||||||||||||||
Other staff | Dr John H R Gee, Dr Aileen R Smith, Dr Gareth W Griffith, Dr John Scullion, Dr John D Fish, Dr Robert J Wootton | ||||||||||||||
Assessment |
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Students wil then research a topic from the course and produce a targeted 2500 word government-type report. Such a case study approach provides problem centred and solution-based learning.
Problem_solving | The practicals will all be solution-based with problem solving exercises, and reports involving synthesis. | ||
Research skills | Students will be provided with an information research pack and will be expected to conduct extensive research prior to, and after, the residential course. They will be guided in research skills and will synthesise and accurate and concise targeted report. | ||
Communication | Workshop activities will develop a high level of communication skills in the students taking this module. Subjects will be discussed in the form of scientific problems and solution. The module contributors will provide several lines of argument for discussion and the students will be expected to form and defend their views through group discussion (peer assessment). Students will be expected to submit assignments in line with the five-day time table. | ||
Improving own Learning and Performance | The module demands self-learing prior to and after the practical somponent. STudnets will have to research and prepare material as part of the learning. This will involve a high level of project management on the students behalf. | ||
Team work | The students will be involved in discussion groups, group practicals and exercises. | ||
Information Technology | Accessing the web for sources. | ||
Application of Number | A degree of numeracy and calculation will be required for the analysis and synthesis of data incorporated into the written research paper. | ||
Personal Development and Career planning | The module provides the students wil excellent vocational skills and expertise that is directly relevant to the workplace. This includes practical and research skills experience. The students will also develop invaluable communication skills applicable to several possible careers within the UK. This module will also be offered to persons already in work as part of their staff development. |
This module is at CQFW Level 7