Overall objectives:

1 - OBJECTIVES:
2 - Acquisition of a deeper knowledge in a specific theme within the field of Nanochemistry and Nanomaterials;
3 - Development of the capacity of understanding and solving problems in new situations and/or multi and interdisciplinary settings;
4 - Application of the previous acquired knowledge and skills in the resolution of real problems.
5 - SKILLS TO BE AQUIRED BY THE STUDENT:
6 - Development of capacities at the laboratory level;
7 - Development of the capacity to search and interpret the scientific information;
8 - Development of the ability to design study/experimental strategies, interpret results and communicate those results in written and oral forms;
9 - Development of capacities for working in team and towards the achievement of pre-set objectives;
10 - Development of the ability to work in an autonomous way;
11 - Development of the capacity of critical thinking.

Syllabus:

1 - This course covers the development of a project, usually of experimental nature in a research laboratory or on a company, and the preparation of a written dissertation for public defense. Themes can be varied but should be in the scientific area of Nanochemistry and Nanomaterials.

Literature/Sources:

Assesssment methods and criteria:

Classification Type: Quantitativa (0-20)

Evaluation Methodology:
This curricular unit corresponds, in most parts of the cases, to the development of a project of experimental nature. The project/dissertation is supervised by a teacher or a researcher holding a Ph.D. (additionally, it can also be further co-supervised by another teacher or researcher holding a Ph.D.) and 2h/week of contact between mentor and student is expected to occur. The assessment of this unit complies with the current Portuguese legislation for the award of a Master's degree as well as with the "Regulations for 2nd cycle courses" in force at UMa and at the University of Aveiro, depending on the applicable situation.