Professional and Research Skills

Cod y Modiwl: PHM7220
Teitl y Modiwl: Professional and Research Skills
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 2
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Professor Huw Morgan
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Dr Rachel Cross

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	3x Core topics assignments: 90 Awr Three core topics are to be taken and assignments submitted on each.	60%
Asesiad Semester	3x Optional topics assignments: 55 Awr Three topics are to be selected from the options presented and assignments submitted on each.	40%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	3x Core topics assignments: 90 Awr Three core topics are to be taken and assignments submitted on each.	60%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	3x Optional topics assignments: 55 Awr Three topics are to be selected from the options presented and assignments submitted on each.	40%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

Critically evaluate recent developments in the research field of interest as documented in the refereed literature.
Demonstrate the skills underpinning the planning, presentation and assessing of a research project.
Critically evaluate the fundamental physics of the interaction of radiation and matter in a range of applications.
Apply relevant legislation and professional codes of conduct to engineering problems.
Interpret concepts, calculations and observations in advanced topics underpinning current research areas.
Present and discuss the concepts, calculations and observations in written themed tasks.

Disgrifiad cryno

The module will be delivered in six distinct blocks. Three will cover the core themes and will be compulsory for all students. In these, students will gain experience of core skills relevant to research and industry. The remaining three sessions will be selected from optional themes that cover various aspects in physics and engineering based on current staff research profiles.
Each block is self-contained and can be delivered as a distinct training unit e.g. for CPD.

Nod

The aim of this module is to enable students to master skills in research and professionalism that are aligned with both the theme of their chosen degree scheme and research expertise of the department. The module covers six main topics, three being core and three optional. Students are introduced to a variety of applications and techniques and associated experimental and computational methods in addition to skills in research and professional codes of conduct.

Cynnwys

Core themes:
• Research skills
• Professional skills
• Radiation-matter interaction

Optional themes: (these are typical, the extended list will depend on the research interests of current staff)
• Optical spectroscopy
• Analogical models
• Molecular modelling
• Surface Science Techniques
• Space plasmas and fields
• Nano and energy materials
• Tomography

External academic and industrial experts will be invited to contribute to optional themes.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Addasrwydd a gwydnwch	Adaptability and resilience are developed in the selection of topics and completion of related assessments.
Cydlynu ag erail	The topics are delivered as self contained units, coordination with others is developed through group discussions and practical work.
Cyfathrebu proffesiynol	Professional communication is developed through the requirements for written assessments.
Datrys Problemau Creadigol	Problem solving skills are developed and applied through the core and optional topics.
Gallu digidol	Digital capability is developed in all topics through the use of computer processing and use of advanced software packages.
Meddwl beirniadol a dadansoddol	Critical and analytical thinking are developed and applied in the core topics.
Myfyrdod	Reflection is developed through the review and discussion of feedback and in the core topics where students reflect on literature and the application of professional standards.
Sgiliau Pwnc-benodol	Technical and professional skills in Physics and Engineering are developed in this module.
Synnwyr byd go iawn	This module develops employability skills for industry and academia. Real world applications are discussed and external experts invited to contribute to topics.

Nodau

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