Diploma Seminar 2 Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023

Module name: Diploma Seminar 2
Module code: IM1A_SD_2
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2027/2028
  • winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Module Diploma Seminar 2 aims to enable students to deepen their knowledge in the field of materials engineering and familiarize themselves with the latest advancements in the discipline, taking into account their diploma projects. Through this module, students will be able to solve engineering problems related to materials engineering independently. They will learn to analyze available scientific literature, formulate the objectives of their diploma work, and present the obtained results clearly and convincingly. Additionally, they will develop the ability to draw conclusions based on conducted analyses and interpretation of results. This module will allow students to enhance their research, presentation, and analytical skills, which are essential for the successful completion of diploma projects in the field of materials engineering.
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]
Deepening the knowledge of materials engineering in the field of the diploma theses under development. [IM1A_SD2_1]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Individual preparation and presentation of papers related to the content of diploma theses under development. [IM1A_SD2_3]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U02 [3/5] IM1A_U07 [3/5] IM1A_U08 [3/5] IM1A_U09 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [3/5]
The ability to actively participate in debates related to the topic of diploma theses, demonstrating the skill of presenting arguments, analyzing information, logical thinking, and responding to questions and counterarguments. [IM1A_SD2_4]
 IM1A_U02 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5] IM1A_K03 [3/5] IM1A_K04 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
seminar [IM1A_SD2_fs1] 30 Activating method – seminar / proseminar [b05]  course work IM1A_SD2_1 IM1A_SD2_3 IM1A_SD2_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)
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