Experimental Design and Technical Communication

Course

Inhouse

£ 900 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Workshop

  • Methodology

    Inhouse

  • Duration

    3 Days

Establish a critical appreciation of the impact of design decisions on the subsequent conduct of the investigation and on the interpretation of its results. Develop practical skills in experimental design and the implementation of advanced experimental studies. Develop the abilities to analyse, interpret, critically appraise and communicate the results of advanced experimental studies and investigations, and effectively communicate the conclusions drawn. Suitable for: Students with significant industrial experience and/or academic background, (ie a relevant first class degree or equivalent).

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MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the module you will be able to:

  • Design experimental studies appropriate to a range of practical situations, justifying the methods employed and advise on their practical implementation.
  • Identify the critical assumptions embodied in the underlying statistical model and relate these to the implementation and analysis of the experiment.
  • Perform appropriate diagnostic analyses to investigate the validity of these critical assumptions in the context of the experiments and react appropriately to the findings.
  • Employ referencing, literature reviews and critical analysis in informing technical reporting.
  • Formally analyse the results of designed experiments, interpret these in detail and effectively communicate the relevant findings and their implications.
  • Critically evaluate the effectiveness of an advanced experimental study.

INDICATIVE MODULE CONTENTS

  • The process and context of designing experimentation.
  • The Taguchi methodology.
  • Difficulties of conducting blind and/or randomised designs.
  • Analysis of quantitative factors.
  • The analysis of variance.
  • The analysis of covariance.
  • Confounding and fractional replication.
  • Incomplete block designs.
  • How to structure a literature review.
  • Structure, language and format relevant to technical reporting.

MODULE AIMS

The aims of this module are for students with significant industrial experience and/or academic background, (ie a relevant first class degree or equivalent) to:

  • Establish a critical appreciation of the impact of design decisions on the subsequent conduct of the investigation and on the interpretation of its results.
  • Develop practical skills in experimental design and the implementation of advanced experimental studies.
  • Develop the abilities to analyse, interpret, critically appraise and communicate the results of advanced experimental studies and investigations, and effectively communicate the conclusions drawn.
  • Select, apply and evaluate an effective mechanism for communicating technical information such as the results and conclusions from an experimental investigation.
  • Map the range of theories and skills that underpin the practice of information design.
  • Identify, apply and evaluate effective and appropriate mechanisms for communicating technical information to a variety of audiences.

Additional information

Payment options: Invoices will be issued on receipt of completed forms. Buffet lunch is provided each day so please notify us of any special dietary requirements.
Comments: This module can be studied as part of the MSc Manufacturing, Materials and Management Programme or as an individual module for people needing this specific technical knowledge. The course is run in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University.
Credits/Points: 15 credits towards a Post Graduate qualification from the Manufacturing, Materials and Management Programme.

Experimental Design and Technical Communication

£ 900 + VAT