5 ECTS credits
125 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4016493ENR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (E) Master - advanced level.
Choice of subject: a list of subjects on multi-functional materials (metals, ceramics, polymers) is provided to the students in advance. Each student provides a list of 3 subjects (ranked by interest). From these desiderata, the coordinator will designate the groups. The students elaborate the project together with PhD and postdoc students of the materials research groups.
Organization:
‐ individual projects or groups of max 3 students designated by the coordinator
Structure of the project:
‐ must include an experimental part, should not be purely simulation
‐ must include a literature survey that is synthesized in the written report
Gathering original results on actual topics in material's research. Developing critical evaluation of results, written and oral reporting. Scientific discussion of results. Team work, preparation for master thesis.
This course contributes to the following learning outcomes:
· MA_A1 Having in-depth knowledge and understanding of exact sciences with the specificity of their application to engineering
· MA_A3 Having in-depth knowledge and understanding of the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes
· MA_A17 Having an integrated insight in chemical process and materials' technology
· MA_A18 Having insight in chemistry as a link between process and materials technology
· MA_B4 Can reformulate complex engineering problems in order to solve them (simplifying assumptions, reducing complexity)
· MA_B5 Can 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_B6 Can correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper
· MA_B7 Can 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_B8 Can collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
· MA_B10 Can develop, plan, execute and manage engineering projects at the level of a starting professional
· MA_B11 Can think critically about and evaluate projects, systems and processes, particularly when based on incomplete, contradictory and/or redundant information
· MA_C12 Having a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
· MA_C13 Having a critical attitude towards one’s own results and those of others
· MA_C14 Having 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_C15 Having the flexibility and adaptability to work in an international and/or intercultural context
MA_C16 Having 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:
Evaluation:
o lab work
o written report : 15 to 25 pages
o oral presentation: power point, 15 min presentation, 15 min questions
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: Profile Process Technology (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: PR Profile Materials (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Biomedical Engineering: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)