Problem-Solving Workshops Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023

Module name: Problem-Solving Workshops
Module code: IM1A_SD_0
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Problem-solving workshops module aims to enable students to expand their knowledge in the field of modern engineering materials and familiarize themselves with the latest research conducted by research teams at the University of Silesia. Through participation in this module, students will develop analytical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities related to modern engineering materials, gain practical experience in working with new materials and technologies, and be inspired to choose a topic for their engineering thesis.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Knowledge in the field of the latest developmental trends in engineering materials. [IM1A_MSPEC_1_1]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5]
Skills in identifying and formulating specifications for engineering tasks related to advanced engineering materials. [IM1A_MSPEC_1_2]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U02 [3/5] IM1A_U07 [3/5] IM1A_U08 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Perceiving systemic and non-technical aspects, including ethical considerations, and conducting preliminary economic assessments of proposed solutions and engineering actions related to modern engineering materials. [IM1A_MSPEC_1_3]
 IM1A_U07 [3/5]
The ability to self-educate in order to expand knowledge in the field of materials engineering and find inspiration for choosing a topic for an engineering thesis. [IM1A_MSPEC_1_4]
 IM1A_K01 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
workshop [IM1A_MSPEC1_fs2] 45 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
SWOT analysis [b10] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work IM1A_MSPEC_1_1 IM1A_MSPEC_1_2 IM1A_MSPEC_1_3 IM1A_MSPEC_1_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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