SC3901 - Special Topic 1

An independent study and/or research devoted to a topic not available through structured coursework. The subject is to be developed in consultation with a member of staff from the College of Science and Engineering and the student's course coordinator. To request enrolment in this subject student's should (1) attain approval from a research supervisor (usually an academic or research staff member in the College), (2) identify a project in consultation with the supervisor, and (3) email confirmation from supervisor and a brief description of the project to the subject coordinator.

Learning Outcomes

• the ability to plan, conduct and manage research in their discipline;
• the ability to formulate and solve research problems;
• the ability to understand theoretical concepts in a range of topics which give background to the research;
• the capacity to work independently;
• gain experience in problem-solving and scientific decision- making;
• develop skills in preparing and presenting written technical reports and/or oral presentations.

Subject Assessment

• Written > Research report.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.