Scientific writing and theory in chemistry and chemical engineering C

The following aspects are presented and discussed in the course: \-basic theory of science concepts and their relevance to research ethics, \-using research databases, \-research literature relevant for the chosen area of chemistry or chemical engineering, \-the need to obtain further knowledge, \-research articles in areas beyond the chosen area, \-conventions of reporting and publishing research results, including examples of different types of reports such as technical reports, original articles, and review articles, \-referencing and citations in research writing, \-plagiarism and copyright, \-project planning. Students are expected to study individually and actively take responsibility for their own learning. Instruction is adjusted to the number of students and the chosen areas of chemistry and chemical engineering. A number of mandatory seminars are scheduled.