CHEM500 M.S. THESIS
| Course Code: | 2340500 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 0 (0.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 50.0 |
| Department: | Chemistry |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Masters |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. AYŞEN YILMAZ |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
The course aims to conduct independent, cutting-edge original research in wide variety of sub-disciplines of chemistry, including analytical, biochemical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry. The Department of Chemistry at METU offers a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment allowing students to grow as researchers and achieve their scientific goals.
Course Content
Program of research leading to M.S. degree, arranged between student and a faculty member. Students register to this course in all semesters starting from the beginning of their second semester while the research program or write-up of thesis is in progress.
Course Learning Outcomes
Acquire knowledge in depth and breadth via scientific research in their field; evaluate, interpret and apply this knowledge.
Are thoroughly informed about current techniques and methods of chemical science, and their limitations.
Complement and apply uncertain, limited or incomplete knowledge using scientific methods; are capable of integrating knowledge from different disciplines.
Are aware of the new and developing applications of their profession; can study and learn about these applications when necessary.
Can define and formulate problems relevant to their field, develop solutions to solve these problems and employ innovative methods for these solutions.
Develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex experiments for synthesis and develop innovative/alternative solutions in design.
Design and apply theoretical, experimental and model-based research; analyze and resolve complex problems that arise during this process.
Can effectively function within intra- and interdisciplinary teams, can lead such teams and formulate solution approaches under complex situations; can work independently and assume responsibility.
Can communicate verbally or in written form in a non-native language, at least at level B2 of the European Language Portfolio.
Can communicate the progress and results of their studies systematically and clearly in oral or written form, in national or international forums related to their area or others.
Are informed and aware of the limitations of social, environmental, health and safety-related and legal dimensions on applications.
Uphold social, scientific and ethical values in acquisition, interpretation and communication of data and in all activities related to their profession.