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DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED BIOLOGY & CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY
RESEARCH DEGREE PROGRAMMES
DEFINITIVE PROGRAMME DOCUMENT
2018/ 19
CONTENTS Page No. 1. General Programme Information 1
2. Programme Outcomes 2
3. Programme Structure 4
4. The Curriculum 5
APPENDIX
Curriculum Map Appendix A 7
Subject Description Form Appendix B 9 Note: This Programme Document is subject to review and changes which the programme
offering Department can decide to make from time to time. Students will be informed of the changes as and when appropriate.
This Document should be read together with the “Regulations and Administrative Procedures for the Degrees of MPhil and PhD” and the “Research Student Handbook”.
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1. GENERAL PROGRAMME INFORMATION
Programme title : Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) / Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Programme Code : 12601-FTD (4-Year Full-time PhD) 12601-FD (3-Year Full-time PhD) 12601-FTM (2-Year Full-time MPhil)
12601-PTD (8-Year Part-time PhD) 12601-PD (6-Year Part-time PhD)
12601-PTM (4-Year Part-time MPhil)
Host Department : Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Medium of Instruction : English
Mode of Study : Full-time / Part-time (FT/PT)
Duration :
Degree Study Mode
Normal Study Period
Maximum Study Period
PhD
Full-time 4-Year 6-Year
3-Year 5-Year
Part-time 8-Year 9-Year
6-Year 7-Year
MPhil Full-time 2-Year 3-Year
Part-time 4-Year 5-Year
Requirement for Graduation
:
Programme Coursework Components 4-Year Full-time PhD 8-Year Part-time PhD 22 credits
3-Year Full-time PhD 6-Year Part-time PhD 15 credits
2-Year Full-time MPhil 4-Year Part-time MPhil 9 credits
Final Award : Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) dependent on the enrollment
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2. P ROGRAMME OUTCOMES
2. 1 Institutional Learning Outcomes
Research and Scholarship Excellence MPhil graduates of PolyU should demonstrate advanced competence in research methods, possess in-depth knowledge and skills in their area of study and attain the ability to apply their knowledge and act as leaders in analyzing and solving identified issues and problems in their area of study. They should also be able to disseminate/communicate effectively their research findings in publications, conferences and classrooms.
PhD graduates of PolyU should demonstrate state-of-the-art expertise and knowledge in their area of study, possessed superior competence in research methodologies and contribute as leaders in creating new knowledge through analysis, diagnosis and synthesis. They should also be able to disseminate/communicate their research ideas and findings effectively and efficiently in publications, conferences and classrooms.
Originality MPhil graduates of PolyU will be versatile problem solvers with good mastery of critical and creative thinking methodologies. They can generate practical and innovative solutions to problems in their area of study.
PhD graduates of PolyU will be able to think out of the box. They will be innovative problem solvers with excellent mastery of critical and creative thinking methodologies. They will create original solutions to issues and problems pertaining to their area of expertise and the society in general.
Lifelong Learning Capability MPhil graduates of PolyU will have an enhanced capability for continual professional development through inquiry and reflection on knowledge in their area of study.
PhD graduates of PolyU will demonstrate the ability to engage in an enduring quest for knowledge and an enhanced capability for continual academic/professional development through self-directed research in their area of study
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2. 2 Intended Programme Learning Outcomes
Research and Scholarship Excellence MPhil graduates will recognize the importance of research ethics and possess the advanced research knowledge in chemistry/ biology. They should have the ability to apply the skill of literature referencing citing and present data with good scientific presentation. They should possess superior scientific analytical skill and able to integrate and apply their up-to-date science developments.
PhD graduates will recognize the importance of research ethics and possess the excellent research knowledge in chemistry/ biology. They should have the ability to apply the skill of literature referencing citing and present scientific data in a coherent and professional manner. They should possess excellent scientific analytical skill and able to integrate and apply their up-to-date science developments.
Originality MPhil graduates will be able to demonstrate the originality of a sustained program of supervised research and to provide a critical contribution to knowledge via research thesis preparation and oral examination.
PhD graduates will be able to demonstrate the originality of a sustained program of supervised research and to provide a distinct contribution to knowledge via research thesis preparation and oral examination.
Lifelong Learning Capability MPhil graduates will be equipped with enhanced research knowledge and skills to address the requirements of industry and society in future development.
PhD graduates will be equipped with advanced research knowledge and skills and able to resolve scholarly and practical problems in future development.
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3. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Coursework / Credit Requirement:
Coursework credit requirement of different categories of students would then be:
4-Year PhD: 22 credits Ethics: Research, Professional & Personal Perspectives (1 credit) Research Seminars I, II, III & IV (4 credits) Practicum I & II (2 credits) 5 Elective Subjects (15 credits) (no more than ten credits from Guided- study subjects)
3-Year PhD: 15 credits
Ethics: Research, Professional & Personal Perspectives (1 credit) Research Seminars I, II & III (3 credits) Practicum I & II (2 credits) 3 Elective Subjects (9 credits) (no more than six credits from Guided- study subjects)
2-Year MPhil: 9 credits
Ethics: Research, Professional & Personal Perspectives (1 credit) Research Seminars I & II (2 credits) 2 Elective Subjects (6 credits) (no more than four credits from Guided- study subjects)
Thesis Requirement:
On completion of an approved programme of study and research, students must submit a thesis and defend it in an oral examination. MPhil and PhD theses shall consist of the student’s own account of his investigations and be an integrated and coherent piece of work.
Research students need to complete their coursework with a stipulated qualifying GPA before they can submit the thesis for examination. The thesis shall be presented in English.
Language Proficiency Requirement after Admission:
Students are required to take two English enhancement subjects, namely ELC6001 “Presentation Skills for Research Students” and ELC6002 “Thesis Writing for Research Students”. For exemption, students need to pass the Research Language Skills Assessment (RLSA)
Teaching Experience:
PhD students who are required to undertake teaching supporting activities in their training credits will be required to complete a training programme organized by the EDC as required by the Department/School. Students who are required to interact directly with students in English as a part of their duties in supporting teaching and learning must demonstrate their language competence to fulfill the intended duties to the satisfaction of the host department. All eligible students except those who are native English speakers will also be required to successfully complete a language training programme offered by the ELC before taking up any teaching supporting activities.
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4. THE CURRICULUM
Subject Code
Subject Number of Credits
Compulsory (C) /Elective (E)
Pre-requisite
Remarks
ELC6001 Presentation Skills for Research Students
0 C* Nil * For exemption, students are required to pass the Research Language Skills Assessment (RLSA) ELC6002 Thesis Writing for Research
Students 0 C* Nil
HTI6081 Ethics: Research, Professional & Personal Perspectives
1 C Nil
ABCT 604A Attendance in research seminars/ workshops/ conferences I
1 C Nil Students are recommended to complete one credit per year (for full-time students) or per two years (for part-time students) to fulfil the above-mentioned requirement, with an overall assessment grade of Pass or Fail. However, as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per year (for full-time students) or per two years (for part-time students to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
ABCT 604B Attendance in research seminars/ workshops/ conferences II
1 C ABCT604A
ABCT 604C Attendance in research seminars/ workshops/ conferences III
1 C ABCT604B
ABCT 604D Attendance in research seminars/ workshops/ conferences IV
1 C ABCT604C
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Subject Code Subject Number of Credits
Compulsory (C) /Elective (E)
Pre-requisite Remarks
ABCT 605 Practicum I 1 C Nil Students are required to complete two credits in two separate semesters at any time before they graduate. To earn one credit, students are required to engage in laboratory demonstration and report marking, lead tutorial class and related teaching activities, for 6 hours/week in any 13-week semester. For students who are required to undertake teaching supporting activities, they should be required to complete the training programmes organised by the EDC and ELC before the commencement of any teaching supporting activities.
ABCT 606 Practicum II 1 C ABCT605
ABCT610 Frontier Catalysis: An Approach Towards Cutting-Edge Sustainable Chemistry
3 E Nil
ABCT611 Analytical Biochemistry 3 E Basic undergraduate training in bio-chemistry or equivalent.
ABCT612 Advanced Chemical Instrumentation for Research
3 E Nil
ABCT6805 Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Chemistry
3 E Nil No more than 10 credits for 4-year full-time PhD/8-year part-time PhD No more than 6 credits for 3-year full-time PhD/6-year part-time PhD No more than 4 credits for 2-year full-time PhD/4-year part-time PhD
ABCT6806 Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Biology
3 E Nil
ABCT6807 Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Chemical Technology
3 E Nil
Subject to Chief Supervisor’s approval, students are allowed to take research postgraduate subjects provided by other departments at PolyU or other universities as elective subjects.
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Curriculum Map for Individual Research Degree Programme
Programme Title: Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Applied Biology and Chemical Technology Hosted by: Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Compulsory Subjects Elective Subjects
The
sis
Programme Outcomes EL
C60
01
EL
C60
02
HT
I608
1
AB
CT
604
A
AB
CT
604
B
AB
CT
610
AB
CT
611
AB
CT
612
AB
CT
6805
AB
CT
6806
AB
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6807
1. MPhil graduates should recognize the importance of research ethics
2. MPhil graduates should possess advanced research knowledge in chemistry
@
3. MPhil graduates should possess advanced research knowledge in biology
@
4. MPhil graduates should be able to apply the skills of literature referencing and citations
5. MPhil graduates should be able to present data with good scientific presentation
6. MPhil graduates should possess superior scientific analytical skills
7. MPhil graduates should be able to integrate and apply up-to-date science developments
8. MPhil graduates should be able to demonstrate the originality of a sustained program of supervised research and to provide a critical contribution to knowledge via research thesis preparation and oral examination
9. MPhil graduates should be equipped with enhanced research knowledge and skills to address the requirements of industry and society in future development.
@ Depends on the nature of research
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Programme Title: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Biology and Chemical Technology Hosted by: Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Compulsory Subjects Elective Subjects
The
sis
Programme Outcomes EL
C60
01
EL
C60
02
HT
I608
1
AB
CT
604
A
AB
CT
604
B
AB
CT
604
C
AB
CT
604
D*
AB
CT
605
AB
CT
606
AB
CT
610
AB
CT
611
AB
CT
612
AB
CT
6805
AB
CT
6806
AB
CT
6807
1. PhD graduates should recognize the importance of research ethics
2. PhD graduates should possess excellent research knowledge in chemistry
@
3. PhD graduates should possess excellent research knowledge in biology
@
4. PhD graduates should have the ability to apply the skills of literature referencing and citations
5. PhD graduates should have the ability to present scientific data in a coherent and professional manner
6. PhD graduates should possess excellent scientific analytical skills
7. PhD graduates should be able to integrate and apply their up-to-date science developments
8. PhD graduates should be able to demonstrate the originality of a sustained program of supervised research and to provide a distinct contribution to knowledge via research thesis preparation and oral examination
9. PhD graduates should be equipped with advanced research knowledge and skills and be able to resolve scholarly and practical problems in future development
*Note: For 4-Year PhD students @ Depends on the nature of research
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Appendix B
RESEARCH DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Subject Description Form
Table of Contents
Subject Page 1. ELC6001 - Presentation Skills for Research Students 10
2. ELC6002 - Thesis Writing for Research Students 12
3. HTI6081 - Ethics Research, Professional & Personal Perspectives 14
4. ABCT604A - Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences I 17
5. ABCT604B - Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences II 19
6. ABCT604C - Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences III 21
7. ABCT604D - Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences IV 23
8. ABCT605 - Practicum I 26
9. ABCT606 - Practicum II 28
10. ABCT610 - Frontier Catalysis: An Approach Towards Cutting-Edge Sustainable Chemistry
30
11. ABCT611 - Analytical Biochemistry 32
12. ABCT612 - Advanced Chemical Instrumentation for Research 35
13. ABCT6805 - Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Chemistry
37
14. ABCT6806 - Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Biology
39
15. ABCT6807 - Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Chemical Technology
41
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form Subject Code ELC6001 Subject Title Presentation Skills for Research Students Credit Value Nil Contact hours 28 Pre-requisite Nil
Objective
This subject aims to develop the spoken English language and communication skills required by research students to present their research projects effectively in academic contexts.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the subject, students should be able to present their research to academic audiences in research-related contexts such as conferences and vivas through
1. planning, organising and delivering effective oral presentations, and
2. reporting and defending their research.
To achieve the above outcomes, students are expected to use language and organisational structure appropriate to the context, select information critically, justify various aspects of the research, present and support stance and opinion, and analyse the impact and significance of the research.
Content The content is indicative. The balance of the components, and the corresponding weighting, will be based on the specific needs of the students.
1. Planning and organising presentations
Identifying purposes and audiences; selecting and organising information and ideas; using appropriate organisational patterns.
2. Using visual aids in presentations
Analysing the characteristics of different types of commonly-used visual aids; selecting visual aids; planning and preparing visual aids; describing graphics; practising the techniques of using different visual aids.
3. Delivering presentations
Using transitions; signposting the presentation; selecting appropriate register; employing non-verbal interactive strategies; handling questions.
Teaching and learning approach
The study method is primarily seminar-based. Activities include teacher input as well as individual and group work. Students will be provided with opportunities to practise giving oral presentations related to their research. Through practice supported by video-recording, students will learn to evaluate their presentations and obtain advice on presentations related to their research. Students will be referred to information on the Internet and the ELC’s Centre for Independent Language Learning. Learning materials developed by the English Language Centre are used throughout this course. Additional reference materials will be recommended as required.
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Assessment
Continuous assessment: 100% Students’ oral skills are evaluated through assessment tasks related to the learning outcomes. Students are assessed on the fluency, accuracy and appropriacy of the language used in fulfilling the assessment tasks, as well as the selection and organisation of ideas.
Indicative references
• Cauldwell, R. (2002). Streaming speech: Listening and pronunciation for advanced learners of English (2nd ed.). Birmingham: Speechinaction.
• Hancock, M. (2003). English pronunciation in use. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
• Jay, A. and Jay, R. (2000). Effective presentation. London: Prentice Hall. • Madden, C. G. & Rohlck, T. N. (1997). Discussion and interaction in the
academic community. Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press. • Reinhart, S. (2002). Giving academic presentations. Ann Arbor, MI:
University of Michigan Press.
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form Subject Code ELC6002 Subject Title Thesis Writing for Research Students Credit Value Nil Contact hours 42 Pre-requisite Nil
Objective
This subject aims to improve students’ ability to analyse and apply generic structures and linguistic features in postgraduate degree theses.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the subject, students should be able to present their research effectively in a thesis through
1. summarising the study in the Abstract,
2. introducing the background, rationale and objectives of the study in the Introduction,
3. reviewing the literature,
4. describing the method used in the study,
5. describing and discussing the findings of the study, and
6. summarising and assessing the significance of the study in the Conclusion.
To achieve the above outcomes, students are expected to use language and text structure appropriate to the context, select information critically, cite and review sources appropriately and critically, present and support stance and opinion, and analyse the impact and significance of the research.
Content This syllabus is indicative. The balance of the components, and the corresponding weighting, will be based on the specific needs of the students.
With regard to the organisational structures and linguistic features appropriate to different sections of the research thesis, the course will focus on the following:
Planning and organising the thesis; summarising, evaluating and citing sources; describing quantitative and qualitative data; presenting interpretations of data; using appropriate grammatical structures, vocabulary and register; achieving coherence and cohesion; maintaining clarity; using appropriate academic style; and revising and proofreading.
Teaching and learning approach
The course is designed to introduce students to the language and skills they will need to write their research thesis effectively. The study method is primarily seminar-based. Activities include teacher input as well as individual and group work involving writing practice, evaluation of texts, mini-presentations and discussions. Practical work will involve analysing texts such as journal articles and theses that are relevant to students’ research areas. Students will be provided with opportunities to apply the language skills acquired to the preparation of their own thesis. Students will be referred to information on the Internet and the ELC’s Centre for Independent Language Learning. Learning materials developed by the English Language Centre are used throughout this course. Additional reference materials will be recommended as required.
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Assessment
Continuous assessment: 100% Students will be assessed on their cohesion and coherence, linguistic accuracy and language appropriateness in fulfilling the task requirements of assignments and activities related to the learning outcomes.
Indicative references
• Calabrese, R. L. (2006). The elements of an effective dissertation and thesis: A step-by-step guide to getting it right the first time. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield.
• Cooley, L. and Lewkowicz, J. (2003). Dissertation writing in practice: Turning ideas into text. Hong Kong: Hong Kong University Press.
• Dunleavy, P. (2003). Authoring a PhD: How to plan, draft, write, and finish a doctoral dissertation. Basingstoke; New York: Palgrave Macmillan.
• Foss, S. K. & Waters, W. (2007). Destination dissertation: A traveler’s guide to a done dissertation. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.
• Golden-Biddle, K. & Locke, K. (2007). Composing qualitative research. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
• Luey, B. (Ed.). (2008). Revising your dissertation: Advice from leading editors (2nd ed.). Berkeley, CA: University of California Press.
• Lunenburg, F. C. & Irby, B. J. (2008). Writing a successful thesis or dissertation: Tips and strategies in the social and behavioural sciences. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.
• Potter, S. (Ed.). (2006). Doing postgraduate research (2nd ed.). Milton Keynes: Open University; London: Sage.
• Swales, J. M. & Feak, C. B. (2000). English in today's research world: A writing guide. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Press.
• Swales, J. M. & Feak, C. B. (2004). Academic writing for graduate students: Essential tasks and skills (2nd ed.). Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press.
• Weissberg, R. and Buker, S. (1990). Writing up research: Experimental research report writing for students of English. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall Regents.
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form Subject Code HTI6081 Subject Title Ethics: Research, Professional & Personal Perspectives Credit Value 1 Level 6 Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion Nil
Objective
• To equip students with a deep appreciation of ethical guidelines and codes of conduct that they can apply in their research studies at PolyU and in their future professional and personal lives.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the need for ethical behavior and guiding codes of ethics in research and the professions.
2. Understand, discuss and apply ethical principles and codes across a range of disciplines and scenarios
3. Demonstrate awareness of current ethical issues and problems in relation to their own discipline and research area
4. Critically analyze and discuss scenarios cases of possible or actual ethical misconduct
5. Discuss how the guiding principles of ethics in research extend and apply to business, professional and personal codes of conduct and why this important to integrity and the well-being of business, the professions and our community.
6. Show a fundamental understanding of the issues of copyright, plagiarism and proper citation, and be able to apply this in their own work.
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
• The need for ethics training and the meaning of ethical behavior in research: case studies, disasters and learning by the mistakes of others
• Philosophy and codes of ethics and their origins • Culture, religion and the law – how these relate to ethical codes of conduct • Obtaining ethical approval for a research project: procedures and processes • Ethics in life science, humanities, education, business and industry: common
issues, guiding principles, discipline specific scenarios • Ethics and human behavior: individual, professional and societal
responsibilities • Recent ethical issues affecting Hong Kong and the society in general • Ethical use of information in thesis writing: understanding copyright,
plagiarism and proper citation
Teaching/Learning Methodology Lecture/seminar/workshop
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
1 2 3 4 5 6
1. Group assignment on discipline specific scenario/case study analysis
50%
2. Oral presentation 30%
3. Attendance 20%
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: 1. Discipline specific scenario/case study analysis will assess ability to
identify and analyze ethical issues in the student’s own discipline and to present a coherent and detailed critique and plan on how these could be avoided or resolved (giving sources and written work accompanied by a Turn-it-in Report). The group assignment will assess the student’s ability to identify, discuss and analyze ethical principles and issues from a wide perspective, and evaluate how individual, professions and societies benefit from following ethically acceptable behavior and practices.
2. Oral presentation will assess the students’ ability to present and argue the points in support of their rational.
Student Study Effort Required
Class contact:
• Lecture/seminar/workshop 16 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
Self study and group work 27.5 Hrs.
Assignment preparation 15 Hrs.
Total student study effort 58.5 Hrs.
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Reading List and References
Materials from the Hong Kong Ethics development website ( http://www.icac.org.hk/hkedc/eng/library2.asp ) Materials from EthicsWeb.ca ( http://www.ethicsweb.ca/resources/professional/issues.html ) Selected readings and videos
Declaration of Helsinki (revised 2008)
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT604A
Subject Title Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences I
Credit Value One
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
Nil
Objectives To acquire the cutting-edge scientific information and knowledge, in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
Intended Learning Outcomes
a) Students are expected to have up-to-date and enriched scientific knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
b) Students are expected to have improved presentation skill
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Full-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per year, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars every academic year normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per year) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Part-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per two years, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars once every two academic years normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per two years) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Note: Credit requirement of different categories of students would be: For 2-year MPhil: requires 2 credits For 3-year PhD (candidate with Master degree): requires 3 credits For 4-year PhD (candidate without Master degree): requires 4 credits
Teaching/Learning Methodology
The research seminars may or may not be organised by the host department and are expected to last not less than an hour each. The topic of the seminar reported on should not be related directly to the thesis title of the student. Chief Supervisors are required to assess the report (with a pass or failure grade). Students who failed to submit a report to the satisfaction of their Chief Supervisor are required to make a re-submission until a pass grade is obtained. The Chief Supervisor has to pass the record of the seminars attended by their students and the report with a pass grade to the Research Office for custody at the end of each academic year.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Attendance 50
2. Report 50
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
The seminar report will be endorsed and assessed by the Chief Supervisor. A Pass or Fail grade will be given.
Student Study Effort Required
Other student study effort:
Seminar attendance 20 Hrs.
Seminar report 10 Hrs.
Total student study effort 30 Hrs.
Reading List and References
Related literature references underlined during the presentation
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT604B
Subject Title Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences II
Credit Value One
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite ABCT604A
Objectives To acquire the cutting-edge scientific information and knowledge, in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
Intended Learning Outcomes
a) Students are expected to have up-to-date and enriched scientific knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
b) Students are expected to have improved presentation skill
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Full-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per year, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars every academic year normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per year) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Part-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per two years, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars once every two academic years normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per two years) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Note: Credit requirement of different categories of students would be: For 2-year MPhil: requires 2 credits For 3-year PhD (candidate with Master degree): requires 3 credits For 4-year PhD (candidate without Master degree): requires 4 credits
Teaching/Learning Methodology
The research seminars may or may not be organised by the host department and are expected to last not less than an hour each. The topic of the seminar reported on should not be related directly to the thesis title of the student.
Chief Supervisors are required to assess the report (with a pass or failure grade). Students who failed to submit a report to the satisfaction of their Chief Supervisor are required to make a re-submission until a pass grade is obtained. The Chief Supervisor has to pass the record of the seminars attended by their students and the report with a pass grade to the Research Office for custody at the end of each academic year.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Attendance 50
2. Report 50
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
The seminar report will be endorsed and assessed by the Chief Supervisor. A Pass or Fail grade will be given.
Student Study Effort Required
Other student study effort:
Seminar attendance 20 Hrs.
Seminar report 10 Hrs.
Total student study effort 30 Hrs.
Reading List and References
Related literature references underlined during the presentation
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT604C
Subject Title Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences III
Credit Value One
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite ABCT604B
Objectives To acquire the cutting-edge scientific information and knowledge, in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
Intended Learning Outcomes
a) Students are expected to have up-to-date and enriched scientific knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
b) Students are expected to have improved presentation skill
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Full-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per year, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars every academic year normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per year) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Part-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per two years, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars once every two academic years normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per two years) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Note: Credit requirement of different categories of students would be: For 2-year MPhil: requires 2 credits For 3-year PhD (candidate with Master degree): requires 3 credits For 4-year PhD (candidate without Master degree): requires 4 credits
Teaching/Learning Methodology
The research seminars may or may not be organised by the host department and are expected to last not less than an hour each. The topic of the seminar reported on should not be related directly to the thesis title of the student.
Chief Supervisors are required to assess the report (with a pass or failure grade). Students who failed to submit a report to the satisfaction of their Chief Supervisor are required to make a re-submission until a pass grade is obtained. The Chief Supervisor has to pass the record of the seminars attended by their students and the report with a pass grade to the Research Office for custody at the end of each academic year.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Attendance 50
2. Report 50
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
The seminar report will be endorsed and assessed by the Chief Supervisor. A Pass or Fail grade will be given.
Student Study Effort Required
Other student study effort:
Seminar attendance 20 Hrs.
Seminar report 10 Hrs.
Total student study effort 30 Hrs.
Reading List and References
Related literature references underlined during the presentation
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT604D
Subject Title Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences IV
Credit Value One
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite ABCT604C
Objectives To acquire the cutting-edge scientific information and knowledge, in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
Intended Learning Outcomes
a) Students are expected to have up-to-date and enriched scientific knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and related disciplines.
b) Students are expected to have improved presentation skill
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Full-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per year, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars every academic year normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per year) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Part-time students are required to attend at least 10 research seminars per two years, in addition to workshops/conferences, and to submit a report, to the Chief Supervisor, of no less than 1,500 words (excluding references) on one of the attended seminars once every two academic years normally (as deemed appropriate by the Chief Supervisor, they are allowed to complete at most two credits per two years) to fulfil the research seminar credit requirement.
Note: Credit requirement of different categories of students would be: For 2-year MPhil: requires 2 credits For 3-year PhD (candidate with Master degree): requires 3 credits For 4-year PhD (candidate without Master degree): requires 4 credits
Teaching/Learning Methodology
The research seminars may or may not be organised by the host department and are expected to last not less than an hour each. The topic of the seminar reported on should not be related directly to the thesis title of the student.
Chief Supervisors are required to assess the report (with a pass or failure grade). Students who failed to submit a report to the satisfaction of their Chief Supervisor are required to make a re-submission until a pass grade is obtained. The Chief Supervisor has to pass the record of the seminars attended by their students and the report with a pass grade to the Research Office for custody at the end of each academic year.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Attendance 50
2. Report 50
Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
The seminar report will be endorsed and assessed by the Chief Supervisor. A Pass or Fail grade will be given.
Student Study Effort Required
Other student study effort:
Seminar attendance 20 Hrs.
Seminar report 10 Hrs.
Total student study effort 30 Hrs.
Reading List and References
Related literature references underlined during the presentation
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Attendance in research seminars/workshops/conferences
Postgraduate Course
(ABCT604A/ ABCT604B/ ABCT604C/ ABCT604D)
Seminar Attendance Form 1. Name and Student ID of student:
2. Supervisor:
3. Title of the seminar attended:
4. Date and location of the seminar attended:
5. Information about the speaker:
6. Brief summary of the seminar:
Signature ____________________________________ Date ______________________
Postgraduate Student Endorsed by _________________________________ Date ______________________
Research Supervisor
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT605
Subject Title Practicum I
Credit Value One
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
A compulsory subject for PhD students of ABCT
Objectives To allow students to engage teaching and supporting activities, and interact with the undergraduate for delivering scientific knowledge.
Intended Learning Outcomes
a) Students are expected to have laboratory demonstration ability.
b) Students are expected to have tutorial skill
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Teaching/ research supporting activities are assigned by the HoD or his/her
delegate.
Teaching/Learning Methodology
Students are required to complete two credits in two separate semesters at any time before they graduate. To earn one credit, students are required to engage in laboratory demonstration and report marking, lead tutorial class and related teaching activities, for 6 hours/week in any 13-week semester.
For students who are required to undertake teaching supporting activities, they should be required to complete the training programmes organised by the EDC and ELC before the commencement of any teaching supporting activities.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Irrespective of funding source and mode of study, student must complete two training credits before graduation.
The assessment report will be reviewed by the Chief Supervisor at the end of the training session. A Pass or Fail grade will be given.
Student Study Effort Required
Other student study effort:
Laboratory demonstration/tutorial 78 Hrs.
Total student study effort 78 Hrs.
Reading List and References
N.A.
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Submission of an assessment report 50
2. Student feedback questionnaires 50
Total 100 %
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT606
Subject Title Practicum II
Credit Value One
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
ABCT605
Objectives To allow students to engage teaching and supporting activities, and interact with the undergraduate for delivering scientific knowledge.
Intended Learning Outcomes
c) Students are expected to have laboratory demonstration ability.
d) Students are expected to have tutorial skill
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Teaching/ research supporting activities are assigned by the HoD or his/her
delegate.
Teaching/Learning Methodology
Students are required to complete two credits in two separate semesters at any time before they graduate. To earn one credit, students are required to engage in laboratory demonstration and report marking, lead tutorial class and related teaching activities, for 6 hours/week in any 13-week semester.
For students who are required to undertake teaching supporting activities, they should be required to complete the training programmes organised by the EDC and ELC before the commencement of any teaching supporting activities.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Irrespective of funding source and mode of study, student must complete two training credits before graduation.
The assessment report will be reviewed by the Chief Supervisor at the end of the training session. A Pass or Fail grade will be given.
Student Study Effort Required
Other student study effort:
Laboratory demonstration/tutorial 78 Hrs.
Total student study effort 78 Hrs.
Reading List and References
N.A.
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Submission of an assessment report 50
2. Student feedback questionnaires 50
Total 100 %
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT610
Subject Title Frontier Catalysis: An Approach Towards Cutting-Edge Sustainable Chemistry
Credit Value Three
Level 6
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
Nil
Objectives To acquire the cutting-edge scientific knowledge associated with sustainable chemistry, by means of innovative catalysis To present examples drawn from current catalysis researches and their genuine applications towards the environment To understand how molecular sciences could play a role on the development of alternative source for catalysis , energy production and storage
Intended Learning Outcomes
a) Students are expected to have fundamental knowledge of catalysis research and current trend of related disciplines
b) Students are expected to have improved presentation skill
c) Students are expected to recognize the key concepts on using alternative energy for catalysis
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Course outline: 1. General properties of organometallic complexes (metal-carbon and
metal-hydrogen bonds) 2. Ligand substitution reactions 3. Oxidative addition and reductive elimination 4. Insertion and elimination 5. Nucleophilic and electrophilic addition and abstraction 6. Metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions 7. Activation of inert bonds 8. Organometallic chemistry and sustainable energy 9. Photochemistry and photophysics of metal complexes
10. Selected examples of photocatalysis
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Teaching/Learning Methodology
Lectures and Tutorials This is an advanced subject for research students. Lectures and tutorials will be used, and examples will be drawn from original journal articles. Students are expected to read these articles and participate in the discussion during class and tutorial. They will be given a project and choose one topic from 3-4 current catalysis research areas [15-20 min presentation, a ~10 A4 pages seminar report]
Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Student Study Effort Required
Class contact:
Lecture 26 Hrs.
Tutorial 13 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
Project 42 Hrs.
Literature search 40 Hrs.
Total student study effort 121 Hrs.
Reading List and References
Related literature references underlined during the presentation
1. Journal papers 2. Robert H. Crabtree, The Organometallic Chemistry of the
Transition Metals, John Wiley & Sons, 5th Edition
3. Brian Wardle, Principles and Applications of Photochemistry, John Wiley & Sons
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b c
1. Project 50
2. Examination 50
Total 100 %
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT611
Subject Title Analytical Biochemistry
Credit Value Three
Level 6
Pre-requisite Basic undergraduate training in biochemistry or equivalent.
Objectives To explain and discuss principles of analytical biochemistry in the areas of protein purification, protein identification of proteomic technologies using various kinds of mass spectrometry and tags, chemical modification, affinity reagents, DNA microarray, biosensor (surface plasmon resonance) and real time polymerase chain reaction.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:
a. Understand the principles behind the techniques used in analytical biochemistry
b. Analyze/critique experimental results and to design experiments based on techniques learned from (a)
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
Various kinds of approach in non-recombinant protein purifications (6.5 hours)
Physical approaches including salting out and ultrafiltration; various kinds of column chromatographies, virtual purification of proteins with the aid of interactive softwares.
Proteomic technologies (13 hours)
2D-gel electrophoresis; N-terminal sequencing; applications of various kinds of mass spectrometric techniques; ICAT, ITAQ and ICPL techniques.
Chemical modification (7 hours)
Use of chemical modification in identifying functional residues; specific reagents for individual residues; examples of the use of such;
Affinity reagents (3.5 hours)
Use of affinity reagents in identifying functional residues; functional groups used in affinity reagents; ATP analogues; examples of the use of such;
DNA microarray (3 hours)
Principles of DNA microarray; cDNA versus affymetrix chip; single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and its application in disease gene identification
Surface Plamon Resonance (3 hours)
Principle and experimental set up of SPR; association/dissociation
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constant determination; examples of the use of such;
Real-time PCR (3 hours)
Basic principle of real-time PCR; Concept of CT, ∆CT and ∆∆ CT and their use in quantitation; TaqMan and molecular beacon; examples of the use of such; experimental set up of real-time PCR; examples of the use of such
Teaching/Learning Methodology
Lectures, Tutorials and Demonstrations
This is an advanced subject for research students. Not only lectures, tutorials and demonstrations will be used. Teaching aids will also include softwares, open access database searches, several original journal articles that will be used in lectures/tutorials. Students are expected to read these articles and participate in the discussion on these articles during classes. Laboratory tour into the state-of-art research facilities relevant this subject will be organized.
Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weightin
g
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b
1. Coursework 50
2. Examination 50
Total 100 %
Student Study Effort Required
Class contact:
• Lecture 35 Hrs.
• Tutorial and Demonstration 4 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
• Reading of textbooks and assignments 81 Hrs.
Total student study effort 120 Hrs.
Reading List and References
Recommended Readings
1. “Introducing Proteomics: From concepts to sample separation, mass spectrometry and data analysis” 1st edition by Josip Lovric. Wiley (2011) ISBN-10: 0470035242; ISBN-13: 978-0470035245.
2. “Introduction to Proteomics: Principles and Applications (Methods of Biochemical Analysis)” 1st edition by Nawin C. Mishra. Wiley (2010) ISBN-10: 0471754021; ISBN-13: 978-0471754022.
3. “Proteome research: new frontiers in functional genomics” by Wilkins MR et al. Springer-Verlag (1997) ISBN 3-540-62753-7.
4. “Proteome research: mass spectrometry” by James P. Springer Verlag (2000) ISBN 3-540-67256-7
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5. “Proteome research: two dimensional gel electrophoresis and identification methods” by Rabilloud T. Springer Verlag (2000) ISBN 3-540-65792-4
6. “Electrophoresis in practice” 2nd Ed. by Westermeier R. Wiley (1997) ISBN 3-527-30070-8
7. “Functional genomics” by Hunt S. P. & Livesey F. J. Oxford University Press (2000) ISBN -19-963774-1
8. “Bioinfomatics: sequence, structure and databanks” by Higgins D. & Taylor W.Oxford University Press (2000) ISBN 0-19-963790-3
9. “Analytical biochemistry” 3rd Ed. by Holme D. J. & Peck H. Longman (1998) ISBN 0-582-29438-X
10. Journal papers will be used as reading materials.
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT612 Subject Title Advanced Chemical Instrumentation for Research Credit Value Three Level 6 Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
Nil
Objectives The course will provide the student with principles and practice of some advanced and widely used research techniques and instrumental methods in chemistry. Selected topics cover electronic spectroscopy, vibrational spectroscopy, laser based time-resolved spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, MS chromatography coupling, tandem MS. The course will introduce to the students the basic concepts, working principles and specific capabilities of the different chemical instrumentations with examples in the fields of chemistry, medical and environmental sciences. Concept and latest development in time-resolved spectroscopy will also be discussed.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a) demonstrate a good understanding on the working principles and
applications of electronic spectroscopy, vibrational spectroscopy, laser based time-resolved spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, MS chromatography coupling, tandem MS
b) recognize deeply the advantages and limitations of the research techniques
c) know how to justify the selection of the most appropriate instrumental methods or their combination to perform a given research task
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
UV-Vis absorption, fluorescence spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, Fourier transfer infrared spectroscopy, continuous wave laser, pulsed laser, time-resolved spectroscopy with time window ranging from femtosecond to millisecond (including: time-resolved fluorescence, transient absorption, time-resolved resonance Raman, fluorescence photon counting, laser flash photolysis), nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, electron impact, fast atom bombardment, chemical ionization, electrospray, laser desorption, quadrupole mass analyzer, quadrupole ion trap, Time-of-flight, Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance, hybrid instruments, gas-chromatography-MS, liquid- chromatography-MS, tandem mass spectrometry.
Teaching/Learning Methodology
The core information on different topics will be presented and explained in lectures. During lectures, active participation and independent thinking is encouraged to enhance students’ interest. Assignments will be made to assess the students’ understanding of the subject expected from the learning outcomes and to test their abilities to apply and extend the related knowledge.
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Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: The course is designed to add significantly the scientific knowledge of advanced chemical instrumentations to students. Thus, continuous assessment and examination are suitable for assessing their progress.
Student Study Effort Expected
Class contact:
Lecture & Tutorial 39 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
Self Study 81 Hrs.
Total student study effort 120 Hrs.
Reading List and References
1. Principles of instrumental analysis; D. A. Skoog, F. J. Holler, S. R. Crouch; (Thomson, 2007, 6th Ed.).
2. An introduction to laser spectroscopy; D. L. Andrews, A. A. Demidov; (Kluwer Academic / Plenum Publishers, 2002, 2nd Ed.).
3. Laser spectroscopy; W. Demtroder; (Springer-Verlag, 2008, 4th Ed).
4. Mass spectrometry: principles and applications; E. de Hoffmann, V. Stroobant; (Chichester ; New York : John Wiley, 2001).
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate) a b c
1. Continuous Assessment
30 %
2. Final Examination
70 %
Total 100 %
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT6805 Subject Title Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Chemistry Credit Value Three Level 6 Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
Nil
Objectives • To broaden students' chemistry knowledge through literature searching in various fields.
• To enhance student’s writing skill through their own research work or topics of their interests.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:
(a) acquire knowledge and awareness of the latest advances in research development in chemistry from literature searching in their respective fields.
(b) improve skills in writing collective materials on current topics of interests.
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
• Students must hand in the completed guided study report to supervisor with adequate of related literature references.
• Student should consult supervisor regularly about the progress of the literature reviewing progress.
Teaching/Learning Methodology
Meet assigned supervisor regularly
Hand in report with full list of references
Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b Literature report
100
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
Supervisor will go through the literature report and check the references and give a final grade to the final report
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Student Study Effort Expected
Student contact:
• Attendance in seminars 10 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
• Literature search 70 Hrs.
Report writing 40 Hrs.
Total student study effort 120 Hrs. Reading List and References
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT6806 Subject Title Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Biology Credit Value Three Level 6 Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
Nil
Objectives • To broaden students' research knowledge related to biology through literature
searching in various fields.
• To enhance student’s writing skill through their own research work or topics of their interests.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:
(a) acquire knowledge and awareness of the latest advances in research development of biology from literature searching in their respective fields.
(b) improve skills in writing collective materials on current topics of interests.
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
• Students must hand in the completed guided study report to supervisor with adequate related literature references.
• Student should consult supervisor regularly about the progress of the literature reviewing progress.
Teaching/Learning Methodology
Meet assigned supervisor regularly
Hand in report with full list of references
Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b Literature report
100
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
Supervisor will go through the literature report and check the references and give a final grade to the final report
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Student Study Effort Expected
Student contact:
• Attendance in seminars 10 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
• Literature search 70 Hrs.
Report writing 40 Hrs.
Total student study effort 120 Hrs. Reading List and References
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Subject Description Form
Subject Code ABCT6807 Subject Title Guided Study on Frontier Research Topics in Chemical Technology Credit Value Three Level 6 Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion
Nil
Objectives • To broaden students' technology knowledge related to chemistry through
literature searching in various fields.
• To enhance student’s writing skill through their own research work or topics of their interests.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:
(a) acquire knowledge and awareness of the latest advances in technology development in chemistry from literature searching in their respective fields.
(b) improve skills in writing collective materials on current topics of interests.
Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus
• Students must hand in the completed guided study report to supervisor with adequate of related literature references.
• Student should consult supervisor regularly about the progress of the literature reviewing progress.
Teaching/Learning Methodology
Meet assigned supervisor regularly
Hand in report with full list of references
Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes
Specific assessment methods/tasks
% weighting
Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)
a b Literature report
100
Total 100 %
Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:
Supervisor will go through the literature report and check the references and give a final grade to the final report
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Student Study Effort Expected
Student contact:
• Attendance in seminars 10 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
• Literature search 70 Hrs.
Report writing 40 Hrs.
Total student study effort 120 Hrs. Reading List and References
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