5 ECTS credits
125 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4019761ENR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (E) Master - advanced level.
Self study:
Aim: Carry out project in industrial or academic environment on a relevant and timely problem, either individually or in group. Students should be able to conceive, plan and execute a research plan, based on an analysis of its objectives, existing knowledge and the relevant literature. They should be able to interpret the obtained results, and report them in a scientifically correct and comprehensible way to their supervisors. They should be able to discuss and defend the adopted methodology, their results and the conclusions they derive from it.
Emphasis is also put on acquiring insight in the problem by means of asking appropriate questions and acquire knowledge through literature and data source research.
Exam:
Students are evaluated based on quality of their work during the project (effort, independence, ability to understand problem and related filed, initiative), as assessed by their supervisors, as well as by the quality of the written report they should present orally in front of a panel of experts with whom they should also be able to discuss and defend the contents of their report and presentation.
Students should choose a topic from a list of topics compiled by course responsible and issued in due time.
To pass the exam, students should demonstrate they are able to conceive, plan and execute a research plan, based on an analysis of its objectives, existing knowledge and the relevant literature. They should be able to interpret the obtained results, and report them in a scientifically correct and comprehensible way to their supervisors. They should be able to discuss and defend the adopted methodology, their results and the conclusions they derive from it.
Emphasis is also put on acquiring insight in the problem by means of asking appropriate questions and acquire knowledge through literature and data source research.
This course contributes to reaching the following learning objectives.
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has in-depth knowledge and understanding of
MA_1 exact sciences with the specificity of their application to engineering
MA_3 the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes
MA_17 an integrated insight in chemical process and materials' technology
MA_18 insight in chemistry as a link between process and materials technology
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering can
MA_4 reformulate complex engineering problems in order to solve them (simplifying assumptions, reducing complexity)
MA_5 conceive, plan and execute a research project, based on an analysis of its objectives, existing knowledge and the relevant literature, with attention to innovation and valorization in industry and society
MA_6 correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper
MA_7 present and defend results in a scientifically sound way, using contemporary communication tools, for a national as well as for an international professional or lay audience
MA_8 collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
MA_10 develop, plan, execute and manage engineering projects at the level of a starting professional
MA_11 think critically about and evaluate projects, systems and processes, particularly when based on incomplete, contradictory and/or redundant information
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has
MA_12 a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
MA_13 a critical attitude towards one’s own results and those of others
MA_14 consciousness of the ethical, social, environmental and economic context of his/her work and strives for sustainable solutions to engineering problems including safety and quality assurance aspects
MA_15 the flexibility and adaptability to work in an international and/or intercultural context
MA_16 an attitude of life-long learning as needed for the future development of his/her career
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Examination session is held in last week of project period.
This course offer isn't part of a fixed set of graduation requirements. Hence, it is a free elective.