Course overview
This course provides advanced education and training in the principles of scientific research and the current state of knowledge and techniques used in the fields of Viticulture and Oenology. Students learn to apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner or learner. Each student is expected to carry out a laboratory or industry based research project during the Semester. The project outcomes are to be written up as a thesis using a form similar to that required for publication of research data. Each student will be required to give an introductory seminar and formal presentation of their research at the end of the semester, followed by an oral defence of their findings and conclusions.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an original and critical approach in the assimilation of the current state of knowledge in a particular area of research related to Viticulture and Oenology
- Identify current gaps in our understanding and the future areas for experimental investigation in a particular area of research related to Viticulture and Oenology
- Demonstrate mastery of the basic techniques required for the experimental study of a research question related toViticulture and Oenology
- Develop a rigorous and methodical approach to the maintenance of laboratory records and the collection, storage and analysis of experimental data
- Identify and evaluate a problem and define the important elements required for its solution (appreciating the risks and benefits of alternate approaches)
- Communicate scientific information clearly and concisely in written and spoken English
Availability
Class details
Waite Campus
Class number 29659
Section 01WT
Size 30
Available 30
Class details
Waite Campus
Class number 59329
Section 01WT
Size 30
Available 30
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