Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

The project module introduces the students to how to apply problem based learning in groups with focus on a chosen, chemical or biological, societal relevant product as topic. The students are supervised in formulation of a relevant problem and problem definition, selection of relevant technical subjects for analysis of the problem, and experimental and theoretical investigations of the problem. The students are introduced to project organization, structure and layout and dissemination in writing, visually and orally.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

Students who have passed the module should be able to

• Define concepts, methods, theories and models applied in the production of chemical and bioondustrial products
• Explain the fundamental chemical, physical and biological properties of the active ingredients in products, and product formulation
• Explain the environmental impact of the product
• Explain the societal relevance chemical and bioondustrial product, and product stake holders

Skills

• Develop a project relevant problem formulation and definition
• Setup one or more overall block diagrams of production of a chemical or bioondustrial product
• Understand the societal role of the product and its contextual framework
• Work safely in the laboratory, evaluate and use appropriate protectives, handle chemicals and other materials safely, dispose of waste according to regulations and develop workplace instructions
• Use relevant sources of information and assess credibility
• Communicate the problem and results in writing, graphically and orally in a professionally reasoned and coherent way and in an electronic project report

Competences

• Handle planning and implementation of a problem-based project in collaboration with other students
• Identify and develop own potentials for further education in the field of study

Type of instruction

• Project work

Extent and expected workload

450 hours

Exam

Exams