Engineering Seminar 1200-1CHMSEINZ7
Presentations in the engineering seminar are held in January in the form of a mini-symposium. The presentation is followed by a discussion of the project. A time of about 30 minutes is provided for each student (presentation + discussion).
In the engineering seminar, students prepare a presentation outlining the project to be implemented as a thesis. The presentation should include the assumptions of the project, its research objectives, the hypotheses set, the ways of their experimental verification and the research results obtained by them. The topic of the presentation is determined by the student together with the thesis supervisor and the exact date of its presentation in January (seminars are held on Wednesdays) is agreed with the instructor of engineering seminars.
An important element of the presentation is the presentation of the current state of knowledge in the issue that the student is dealing with and also the comparison of the proposed solution to the research problem with other already existing ones. When discussing the research work carried out by the student, the student should also specify the perspective of its use or continuation of research. The presentation is followed by a discussion of the project presented by the graduate student with the participation of all students.
Total student workload: 75 hours, including:
seminar attendance – 30 hours
preparation of an engineering project presentation, speech and summary – 30 godzin
consultations with the supervisor of the engineering project – 15 hours
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Learning outcomes
The student knows and understands:
K_W01: the role and place of chemistry within the structure of the natural, physical, and medical sciences, as well as its contribution to the development of our civilization.
K_W02: at an advanced level, the components of matter and their properties; understands the properties of chemical elements resulting from the periodic law; has knowledge of the elementary quantum theory of atomic and molecular structure; is familiar with fundamental chemical concepts and laws, chemical symbolism, nomenclature, and notation, and understands the representation of chemical reactions.
K_W04: at an advanced level, mathematical concepts enabling the application of mathematical tools in chemistry and biomedical sciences; is familiar with basic information technology and statistical methods for analyzing experimental data, as well as computer techniques useful in the work of a chemist.
K_W08: at an advanced level, the classification of organic compounds according to functional groups (nomenclature, structure, chemical reactions, methods of synthesis, occurrence, and applications); understands the mechanisms of selected organic reactions and their stereochemical aspects.
K_W12: at an advanced level, methods and techniques of synthesis and identification of organic compounds (with particular emphasis on pharmacologically relevant and biologically active compounds), using chemical, chromatographic, spectroscopic, and diffraction techniques.
K_W20: a structured knowledge of principles and ethical norms related to scientific, engineering, and teaching activities.
K_W21: advanced knowledge in the field of intellectual property protection and patent law as applied to chemistry.
K_W23: at an advanced level, tools and methods for acquiring, processing, and presenting data; recognizes issues related to internet safety and privacy.
The student is able to:
K_U01: apply chemical laws to the analysis of selected chemical and biochemical problems.
K_U03: use mathematical methods to solve selected problems in chemistry, physics, and biochemistry; apply methods of mathematical statistics for the analysis and verification of experimental data in chemical and biochemical experiments.
K_U04: use numerical methods (employing relevant software packages) to solve selected physical, chemical, and biochemical problems at a quantitative level.
K_U15: plan and conduct basic research, experiments, observations, and computer simulations in chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology; critically evaluate their own results and discuss measurement errors.
K_U16: design, assemble, and operate selected measuring equipment; perform measurements of physicochemical quantities, determine their values, and assess the reliability of the results obtained.
K_U17: carry out preliminary economic feasibility assessments of proposed solutions during engineering laboratory work.
K_U18: present research results in the form of a report/presentation including a description and justification of the research objective, adopted methodology, results, and their significance in the context of related studies.
K_U19: prepare written assignments and oral presentations in Polish and English on selected topics in chemistry, including in relation to biomedical sciences, using basic theoretical approaches and various sources.
K_U22: independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills using various sources (written and electronic), including in a foreign language.
The student is ready to:
K_K01: understand and acknowledge the role of knowledge in forming opinions and solving problems in chemistry and biomedical sciences; critically assess their own knowledge and skills as well as knowledge acquired from various sources.
K_K02: critically analyze existing technical solutions, particularly in terms of instrumentation; evaluate their own knowledge; and use the expertise and opinions of specialists when solving problems in chemistry and biomedical sciences.
K_K03: formulate opinions on professional issues and argue for them both among specialists and non-specialists.
K_K04: act in a professional manner and comply with principles of professional ethics.
K_K05: understand the non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activity, including its environmental impact, and take responsibility for related decisions.
K_K06: think and act in an entrepreneurial manner.
K_K07: engage in lifelong learning; independently search for information in the literature, including in foreign languages.
K_K08: continuously improve knowledge, skills, and both professional and personal competences.
Assessment criteria
Presentations in the engineering seminar are held in January in the form of a mini-symposium. Attendance at engineering seminars is mandatory. In exceptional circumstances, remote participation is permitted with the coordinator's consent. The seminar will be graded on the basis of the quality of the presentation (formal and substantive) and activity in discussions, as well as the positive opinion of the engineering thesis supervisor on the progress of the thesis.
Bibliography
Scientific literature recommended by the supervisor of the engineering project.
Additional information
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