Introduction to Research and Development

Recommended Prerequisites

 1st cycle of studies completed.   

Teaching Methods

 Theoretical Classes.

Practical classes in laboratories for advanced studies and/or cientific research where the student will learn how to use equipment and perform work related to current areas of scientific research or applied chemistry.

Learning Outcomes

- Develop skills in writen and oral communication, in particular regarding the ability to present themselves to scientific research groups or to companies.

- Develop skills in the ability to search and interpret informtion of chemical nature available on primary sources, secondary and databases.

- Develop the entrepreneurial spirit and initiative, particularly regarding the identification of problems and possible contributions to its resolution based on knowledge in chemistry.

- To acquire practical experience in several experimental methodologies relevant to solve actual problems in the area of chemistry.  

Work Placement(s)

Yes

Head Lecturer(s)

Carlos Alberto Lourenço de Serpa Soares

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Development of the student throughout the course with regard to skills and knowledge (20%): 20.0%
Initiative and dynamism (20%) + Quantity and quality of the work performed (20%);: 40.0%
Final Report (20%) + Oral evaluation (20%) : 40.0%

Bibliography

  A bibliografia relevante será fornecida pelo orientador e pesquisada pelo estudante

The relevant literature will be provided by the supervisor and searched by the student.