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Introduction to Scientific Practice for Material Scientists I
Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:15:04
Abstract
The students are introduced to the role of the Material Scientist in research and industry. Through case studies, the students become acquainted with the approach and perspective of material scientists in research and development practice. The students practise acquiring, analysing and synthesising scientific information and data, and communicating their findings in written and oral form.
Objective
Learning Objectives: The students - can protocol lab experiments correctly in a lab journal. - can analyze and present data efficiently. - can write lab reports according to standard scientific criteria. - are familiar with key rhetorical and communication rules for oral presentations. - can create effective oral presentations on scientific content.
Content
Berufsbilder in der Materialwissenschaft Laborjournal führen Datenauswertung Berichte schreiben Präsentationstechnik Prüfungsvorbereitung
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts werden laufend abgegeben.
Literature
Empfohlene Bücher: Jäger, R. (2000). Selbstmanagement und persönliche Arbeitstechniken. Band 8: Organisation. 3. Auflage. Verlag Dr. Götz Schmidt, Giessen. Metzger, C. (1996). Lern- und Arbeitsstrategien. Ein Fachbuch für Studierende an Universitäten und Fachhochschulen. Verlag Sauerländer, Aarau.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise |
Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten I
Die Veranstaltung wird als Blockkurs zu Semsterbeginn geführt.
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1 h weekly |