Petroleum Engineering Programme Handbook
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MSc Petroleum Engineering Dubai Campus
2010 - 2011
Institute of Petroleum Engineering
Heriot-Watt University is a registered charity in Scotland, SC026900
Dubai Campus - Programme Handbook
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PART A - SCHOOL INFORMATION
SUMMARY OF KEY INFORMATION .......................................................................... 1 2 WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ................................................................ GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY DUBAI CAMPUS AND THE SCHOOL/INSTITUTE .................................................. KEY STAFF AND CONTACT DETAILS ........................................................ PROGRAMME OVERVIEW ............................................................................ PROGRAMME STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY ............................................. 2 4
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PART B - UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ACADEMIC SUPPORT................................................................................... ENROLMENT, ATTENDANCE AND PERIODS OF STUDY ......................... GUIDANCE ON ASSESSMENT ..................................................................... EXAMINATION AND RE-ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES ........................... GRADING, AWARDS AND QUALIFICATIONS ............................................ GRADUATION ................................................................................................ CONDUCT, DISCIPLINE AND APPEALS ..................................................... SUSPENSION AND WITHDRAWAL.............................................................. STUDENT FEES AND CHARGES ................................................................. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES.................................................................. UNIVERSITY POLICY AND GUIDANCE ....................................................... 52 53 57 58 62 64 64 67 69 70 75
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PART A – SCHOOL INFORMATION
SUMMARY OF KEY INFORMATION KEY CONTACTS Professor Ammar Kaka is Vice-Principal of Heriot-Watt University and is the Executive Dean and Head of the Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus (HWUDC). Each Academic programme is led by a programme Coordinator, supported by an experienced academic staff team located at the University’s campus at Dubai International Academic City. The address and contact details are below. In the first instance, students should contact us via our Reception staff who will be pleased to help direct any queries to the appropriate person. Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus Dubai International Academic City PO Box 294345 UAE Tel: +971 4 3616997 Fax: +971 4 3604800 Web: www.hw.ac.uk/dubai SIGNIFICANT DATES IN ACADEMIC YEAR HWU operates a two twelve-week semester system as shown below, with Taught Masters (MSc) students continuing their studies throughout the summer period. All examinations take place during the assessment blocks, although some postgraduate examinations take place during the break periods. Resit examinations are scheduled during the summer vacation. Full details of examination timetabling are published at the campus and can be found at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examination-timetables.php Semester Semester 1 (Undergraduate New Students) Semester 1 (Undergraduate Returning Students) Semester 1 (Postgraduate New and Returning Students) Block 1 Assessment Break 1 Semester 2 Break 2 Block 2 Assessment Starting Date 5 September 2010 12 September 2010 12 September 2010 6 December 2010 20 December 2010 9 January 2011 31 March 2011 25 April 2011 Finishing Date 2 December 2010 2 December 2010 2 December 2010 17 December 2010 7 January 2011 19 May 2011 21 April 2011 20 May 2011
Please see the www.hw.ac.uk and www.hw.ac.uk/dubai websites which contain detailed information about Heriot-Watt University.
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LINKS TO FURTHER INFORMATION/SERVICES Please see the www.hw.ac.uk website which contains information about Heriot-Watt University. Please see the http://www.pet.hw.ac.uk website which contains information about the Institute of Petroleum Engineering. Academic Registry http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry Careers Advisory Service http://www.hw.ac.uk/careers Finance Office http://www.hw.ac.uk/students/finance.htm Student Welfare Services http://www.hw.ac.uk/welfare
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Welcome and Introduction
Welcome from the Principal I am delighted to welcome you as a student of Heriot-Watt University! Heriot-Watt University has a well earned reputation as Scotland's most international and outward-looking University. With three campuses in Scotland (attended by a high percentage of students from across the world), our Campus in Dubai, and Learning Partner institutions across the world, we have a vibrant and diverse learning culture which is unique and unmatched by other universities in the United Kingdom. We are keen to give our students the opportunity to develop an international dimension to their studies which will enhance their opportunities for future growth. Students at our Dubai Campus are an important part of this global community and I very much hope you enjoy your time with us. Professor Steve Chapman Principal and Vice-Chancellor
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Welcome from the Head of Dubai Campus It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the University’s Dubai Campus Heriot-Watt University is proud to be here in the UAE, providing a range of high quality programmes, relevant to the Middle East region, to the UAE and to the aspirations of its people. Heriot-Watt has a long tradition of providing vocationally relevant academic programmes, with strong industry and research links. There are currently over 500 Heriot-Watt Alumni living and working in the UAE and the Gulf States as well as our current students, so you will be joining a successful and vibrant community! We welcome you to your chosen degree programme either as a postgraduate or undergraduate student and look forward to working with you to help you achieve your personal ambitions and goals. Professor Ammar Kaka
A Vice-Principal of Heriot-Watt University, Executive Dean and Head of Dubai Campus
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Welcome from Head of School/Institute We have produced this handbook in order to answer many of the questions that students may have during their studies here, including administrative procedures relating to the running of their degree programme and the support services available to them. We hope students will find this information useful. The Institute of Petroleum Engineering is a specialised centre in teaching, training and research with the largest Petroleum Engineering (PE) research programme in the UK. The Institute is multi-disciplinary and focuses on upstream oil and gas resources. It was founded in 1975 to work with the emerging upstream North Sea industry and now has well established industrial and academic links around the world.
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The Institute currently has 100+ staff, 50 research students and 80+ residential master’s students. There are also overseas and Distance Learning teaching initiatives involving more than 300 students worldwide. The International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT) in Orkney is now part of HeriotWatt University's prestigious Institute of Petroleum Engineering. ICIT was established to carry out advanced research, postgraduate training and consultancy in marine resource management and related issues. The main programmes taught in the Institute are: MSc Petroleum Engineering MSc Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc Geoscience of Subsurface Exploration Appraisal and Development (GeoSEAD)
Programmes taught in ICIT are: MSc Renewable Energy Development MSc Marine Resource Management
Further information on the Institute and your programme follows in this Handbook. Please read the information carefully. An electronic version is also available on the Institute website at http://www.pet.hw.ac.uk Professor Simon Stewart Head of Institute
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General Information about Heriot-Watt University and the Dubai Campus
Heriot-Watt University is an international university, based in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland in the UK, with campuses in the north and south of Scotland and in Dubai. The University also has a worldwide network of Learning Partners. Wherever they are located, Heriot-Watt students have the opportunity to study programmes which will equip them to contribute immediately to the economy and wellbeing of the region in which they choose to work. This ethos of “doing things that matter” stretches right back to the origins of Heriot-Watt in 1821, when programmes were run to suit the needs of developing industries in Scotland. The Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus is located in the Dubai International Academic City. The University is the first to operate from this rapidly-developing site, and is offering programmes that meet the demands of the region and beyond. The web address is www.hw.ac.uk/dubai.
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Key staff and contact details
Point of Contact A Vice-Principal of Heriot-Watt University, Executive Dean and Head of Dubai Campus Operations Manager Student President Reception Recruitment and Admissions Office Student Services Office Finance Office Library IT Office (Help Desk) Transport and Accommodation Office Responsible Staff Name Professor Ammar Kaka Ms Sheelagh Wallace Ms Safiya Salim Mrs Pretty Louis Dr Kishore Sirnani Dr Ashok Srivastava Mr Suresh Kumar Dr Ramakanta Rath Mr Nidhish Cherian Mr Anil Kumar Tel Number +971 4 3616997 +971 4 3616972 +971 4 3616921 +971 4 3616999 +971 4 3641389 +971 4 3616996 +971 4 3616982 +971 4 3616978 +971 4 3616986 +971 4 3616980
School Contact details
Point of Contact Responsible Staff Name Telephone Number +971 4 3616975
IPE Programme Director MSc Petroleum Engineering
Ms Tatiana Deyeva Teaching Fellow
Key Staff within the Institute of Petroleum Engineering, Edinburgh Campus are:Dr Andy Gardiner – Director of Learning & Teaching [email protected] Dr James Somerville – MSc Petroleum Engineering Programme Director [email protected] Dawn Skidmore – Institute Academic Administrator [email protected] Anne Mathers – Residential Student Administrator [email protected]
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Programme Overview
Heriot-Watt University reserves the right to update materials from time to time and will ensure that advance notification concerning changes to materials is provided to students on the relevant section of the University website. It is the responsibility of students to check the website, particularly if they are returning to studies after a period during which their studies have been in abeyance.
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The Programme The aim of the programme is to extend the skills developed at undergraduate level and augment them with specialised programmes relevant to Petroleum Engineers. The successful graduates are in a position to participate in the Industry immediately, and are in strong demand worldwide. The programme was established in 1975 based on the industry preference for a 12 month programme for graduate engineers and scientists. It quickly became recognised as an important route into Petroleum Engineering and annually attracts applications from more than 400 students, from which a class of 50 to 70 is selected. Nearly 1000 graduates now serve the international oil industry. Entrants to the programme will normally have a good honours degree in engineering or a relevant science discipline such as geology, physics, chemistry or mathematics. The general selection criteria are ability and suitability to the industry. In addition to academic qualifications, experience, personality and motivation are also taken into consideration.
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Programme Timetable The programme timetable will be available on the Virtual Learning Environment. Examination and Re-assessment Procedures Examinations All students are entered automatically, without fee, for the examinations of all the courses on the programme. All these courses are mandatory; therefore the examinations are mandatory too. Practice examinations, together with model solutions are contained in the programme manuals. These reflect the level of difficulty of the actual final examination and provide the student with the means to assess their readiness for the examination. Examination Diets & Timetables Examinations are held in two diets, one in December, and the second in March. The timetable and other details for the exams will be issued at the start of the year along with the timetable for classes etc
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Assessment Results Following the examiners’ meeting, students will normally receive feedback on their performance. All results are provisional until after the final examination board meeting in September, as they are subject to ratification. Any direct communication of examination results will be done face-to-face with staff and students only. Information will not be relayed over the telephone. Letters confirming results and decisions on awards will be issued to all students by the Academic Registry each October. Re-Assessment All students are entitled to 3 re-assessment opportunities in 3 different courses at Grade D or below. No re-assessment opportunities will be allowed at Grades A, B or C to obtain a higher grade. However, if a student has up to 2 courses at Grade D or Grade E these will be classed as a discretionary pass by the board of examiners and are counted as reassessment opportunities. This would mean that a student has only one remaining re-assessment opportunity. The Board of Examiners will consider both the first assessment and re-assessment results when making award. The transcript/results letter will detail the results for both the first attempt and the reassessment. Calculators & Dictionaries The use of calculators and dictionaries in examinations has been approved by the Head of School. Please refer to the University Information in Part B of this handbook for full details on calculators and dictionaries. Records Retention Policy for Examination Scripts and Marked Programme Work Completed examination scripts and course work submitted for assessment will be held securely by your School for a limited time in accordance with the University’s records retention policy and destroyed confidentially. Your School may retain a sample of completed examination scripts and assessed work for a longer period to meet the review requirements for professional bodies. For further information please contact your programme administrator or the University’s Data Protection Officer. Please refer to the University-specific information in Part B of this handbook for further details on Examination & Re-assessment procedures. 4.4 Design Project Objectives The task is to carry out a technical and economic study of the field in the context of 2010/2011 technology, economics, environmental and political conditions. This may involve negotiation with other student groups and/or real Operators to ensure that
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production and export costs are optimised. The ultimate objective is to prepare a single report to satisfy the requirements both of company senior management and of Government. The company will want to know: (a) (b) (c) Is profitable development possible? What technical development plan is recommended? Is further information required to reduce risk?
The relevant Government department will expect: (d) (e) (f) (g) Recovery of all economic hydrocarbon resources Evidence of technical awareness Sensitivity to environmental issues Utilisation of existing facilities where appropriate
Timing The design project is held immediately after the second diet of examinations. No other academic activity is planned for this time period. Groups The project is planned as a group activity with a target of about 8-10 students per group. In creating the groups, care is taken to ensure that, where possible, each has a spread of technical background, experience and ability. Groups are responsible for electing a leader and devising their own organisational structure. Those with specific technical experience, e.g. wireline logging or geology are discouraged from taking responsibility for that aspect of the work. Resources Each group is provided with a work space with a lockable filing cabinet, computers with appropriate software, pin boards and tables. The following is typical of the software that will be provided: Microsoft Office:- Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc EPS PanSystem [well test analysis] EPS FloSystem [production optimisation] Petrel [geological modelling] MAI Questor [cost engineering] Schlumberger Geoquest Eclipse [reservoir simulation] Data Each group is allocated a dataset representing a real reservoir. All references to the field names have been removed and the reservoirs have been moved together to a new geographical location where opportunity may exist for joint development. A typical set of data would include: Top structure information Sets of wireline logs from several appraisal wells Core analysis data and reports Fluid analysis data and reports
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Well test data Cost information
Training & Support Individual groups are expected to become self reliant during the project, but may also be provided with a range of relevant training sessions and support:(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) Team building activity Training workshops in use of several software packages Seminars on environmental and Government issues Workshops on presentation and meeting skills Regular meetings with an experienced Managing Director Feedback from observed meetings
Assessment The Design Project represents 20 percent of the MSc Petroleum Engineering assessment. A written report and an oral presentation are submitted. This presentation, to an audience including all Examiners and representatives from the companies providing the field data, is widely recognised as one of the highlights of the year. The Group Design Project is a team effort; the majority of the mark is allocated via the performance of the whole group (Categories A and B) plus a mark for individual effort (Category C) determined by the group members. This is summarised as: Section Category A (Written Report) Reservoir Issues Geoscience Formation Evaluation Reservoir Engineering Development Issues Drilling Production Technology Economics + Commercial Negotiations Reservoir Management and Monitoring Environmental Impact and Abatement Overall report integration, structure and quality Total for Section A Category B (Oral Presentation) Oral presentation of subject matter Ability to answer questions from audience Total for Section B Category C (Individual Effort)
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Marks Allocated
20 15 30 10 15 15 5 15 30 155 40 25 65
Peer assessment by team members Total for Section C Project Total (fraction of final mark)
5.00 5.00 20.00
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Individual Project Objectives The purpose of the individual project is to prepare a substantial piece of individual work for assessment as part of the MSc Petroleum Engineering degree. All candidates are required to submit a dissertation which comprehensively describes the work conducted during the study period. The dissertation is limited to 40 pages unless the supervisor grants a variance. A research paper written according to SPE guidelines with a text of approximately 7000 words is also submitted. It should provide a summary of the dissertation work and be useful for distribution to companies interested in the work. This latter exercise gives candidates experience in preparing a research paper. Each student will make an oral presentation of his/her dissertation in September with a 15 minute presentation and a 5 minute question period. Timing The individual project begins immediately after the end of the Group Design project and lasts 8 weeks. Projects Project ideas are submitted by Institute staff, interested companies, and MSc Petroleum Engineering students. The ideas must relate directly to the programme syllabus and normally cover laboratory based experimental topics, computer based analytical studies, company based problem solving, and literature studies. Students are asked to complete a form in mid January, stating their project preferences. Once all the information is compiled, the academic staff will produce a draft allocation schedule of projects that are matched to student interests and abilities. Resources & Support Each student is assigned a project supervisor for the duration of the individual project. Students are expected to schedule regular meetings on the progress of their project and to prepare a draft thesis for comments. Students are provided a work space, access to computers with appropriate software, and lab facilities if required. Students will also have access to many communal resources within the Institute. The following is typical of the software that will be provided: Microsoft Office:- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. EPS PanSystem [well test analysis] EPS FloSysytem [production optimisation] Petrel [geological modelling] MAI Questor [cost engineering] Schlumberger Geoquest Eclipse [reservoir simulation]
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Assessment The Individual Project represents 20 percent of the MSc Petroleum Engineering assessment, based on a written dissertation, and an oral presentation. After the oral presentation, the examiners discuss the student’s performance and mark according to the criteria listed: Criteria Motivation of Student Presentation / Style of Thesis Originality of Work Analytical / Scientific Methods Breadth and Depth of Understanding of Subject Interpretation of Results Sense of Economic Worth Oral Presentation (+ answering questions) Total Project Total(fraction of final mark) Mark 10 10 5 20 20 20 5 10 100 0.20
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Programme Structure and Delivery
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Programme Structure The following programme structure provides details of courses, awards and credits for the programme. 3. School/Institute Petroleum Engineering 4. Type Specialised Institute Degree 5. Awards MSc PGDip PGCERT
1. Programme Codes G137, G135, G130-PEE G13W,G13X G1D0,G1D5,G1D7
2. Programme Title Petroleum Engineering
6. Programme Accredited by IMMM and EI 10. Arrangement of Courses Mandatory and Optional Courses Starting From Semester 2 Course Code & Title Effort Hours
7. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group(s) Engineering
8. Date of Production/Revision May 2010 11. Awards, Credits & Level
9. Composition
Semester 1 Effort Hours
Starting From Semester 2/3 Course Code & Title Effort Hours
Course Code & Title
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G11RE Reservoir Engineering 150 150 G11IP Individual Project 300 180 SCQF credits for MSc; incl 180 credits at Level 11
150
10 courses (including a project/ dissertation) 150 150 G11RS Reservoir Simulation
G11PG Petroleum Geoscience
G11WT Reservoir Engineering Well Test Analysis 120 SCQF credits for PG Dip; incl 120 credits at Level 11
150
G11DP Design Project
300
8 taught courses 150 G11 PT Production Technology Part-time x 150 G11PE Petroleum Economics
G11DE Drilling Engineering
G11FE Formation Evaluation
60 SCQF credits for PG Cert; incl 60 credits at Level 11
12. Mode and Location of Study Full-time x
(specify) ……Dubai………
13. Duration of Study (months)
Home Campus Masters Diploma Independent x Certificate
x
Other Campus x
Collaborative Partner
Approved Learning Partner
Standard Full-time Part-time 12 24 10 6 20 12
Maximum Full-time Part-time 24 84 (84 DL) 20 12 48 (48 DL) 48 (48 DL)
14. Mode of Delivery Conventional x Blended
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15. Level of Courses
Level 11
x
Levels 7-10 (UG)
Mixed
Courses not at Level 11 (codes):
16. Collaborative/Approved Learning Partner Programme Heriot-Watt PE Approved Support Centre at Tomsk Polytechnic University 4a Usova Str., Tomsk, 634034, Russia China University of Petroleum(East China) 271# Bei’er Road, Dongying City, Shandong Province, PR China
Course Notes 2. Summary of Assessment Methods Residential 40% coursework 60% examination
1. Nominal Pass Mark/Grade
Masters: Min 50% per course. 55% Overall Diploma: Min 40%/Grade D per course, 120 credits overall Certificate: Min 40%/Grade D per course, 60 credits overall IDL 34% coursework
66% examination
3. Re-assessment Opportunities Remedial Work. At the discretion of exam board in case of a marginal fail (This would involve re-submission of a report or the completion of an appropriate assignment). Resit as per University Guidelines
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4. Award Criteria Overall Mark/Grade Basis of Overall Mark/Grade Grade: A: >=70% B: 60-69% C: 50 to 59% D: 40 to 49%E: 30 to 39% Other Requirements Grade: F(less than 30%) = fail
Overall Average Greater than 70% Min 55% 65% or above in a maximum of two courses and greater than 70% in the remainder Minimum 6 taught courses grade C or higher at the discretion of the examiners, maximum of 2 taught courses at grade D and/or grade E. These are counted as discretionary passes and each is equivalent to a resit opportunity. Minimum grade C for the Design Project and grade C for the Individual Project 120 credits
Master (Distinction):
Number of Course Passes Masters: Grade C Diploma and Cert: Grade D 10
Master:
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No taught courses allowed below Grade F
N/A Min 40%, D No taught courses allowed below Grade F
Diploma (Distinction): Diploma:
120 credits
Certificate: 60 credits Min 40%, D 60 credits 5. Course Choice/Dissertation Masters: courses compulsory Diploma and Certificate: choice of courses to reach required credit level Design Project: Field Development Assignment Individual Project: A piece of individual research work or study, which is carried out on campus or in a sponsoring company office or laboratory. 6. Additional Information Residential and ALP’s: Diploma and Certificate are considered exit awards. IDL: students may register on Diploma and transfer on completion of specified number of courses at Masters pass level (Grade C) to MSc
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Programme Description The programme description provides details of aims, outcomes, teaching & learning assessment policies for the programme. 3. School Petroleum engineering
1. Course Code G137, G135, G1D0-PEE
2. Course Title Petroleum Engineering
6. Course Accredited by: IMMM and EI 10. Educational Aims of the Course
7. UCAS Code
4. Type 5. Awards Specialist Institute MSc, PGDip, PGCERT Degree 8. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group(s) 9. Date of Production/Revision Engineering February 2008
The programme aims to develop the skills of numerate science and engineering graduates and professionals to work in the international oil and gas industry to the standard required by the petroleum engineering industry. The programme is structured to expose the students to the international reputation of the teaching and research activities of the Institute of Petroleum Engineering. The programme enables engineers to develop an appreciation of the variety of disciplines associated with petroleum engineering in order to operate in multidisciplinary teams and encourages the development of the personal qualities and professional competencies of petroleum engineers.
11. The Course provides opportunities for learners to achieve the following outcomes:
Subject Mastery
Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills The programme gives the opportunity to develop skills in: fundamental concepts, principles and theories of the main petroleum engineering and geoscience disciplines (reservoir engineering, petroleum geology, drilling engineering, formation evaluation, reservoir simulation, petroleum project economics, production technology) the application of IT to petroleum engineering in terms of design and analysis. the ethics and standards relevant to professional engineering practice and the transfer of problem-solving skills to a variety of contexts integration of theory and practice and application of statistical, scientific and economics skills Scholarship, Enquiry and Research The students are expected to read more deeply into the subjects by referencing materials in their tutorial exercises, field work reports and laboratory exercises. This is important in developing study plans, developing research plans and methods.
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Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial and Professional Practice There is exposure to industry via seminars, visits to companies, attendance at Society of Petroleum Engineers meetings and during the Group Project where students are expected to participate in industry workshops/seminars on technical, environmental and commercial processes. Part of the Individual Project involves an appreciation of the business context of the research work. Autonomy, Accountability and Working with Others The students learn to develop an appreciation of their role in their studies through self study, individual project and team work during the group project. They are responsible for meeting deadlines for submission of work during all activities both as individuals and as teams. Communication, Numeracy and ICT The projects require both written and oral presentations to be made by students and these are the main opportunities to express these skills. The nature of the degree involves demonstration of numerical skills in both analytical form and as part of numerical simulation.
12. Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Course notes are provided as standard for all courses and are reinforced by tutorial sessions. Coursework is used to extend the concepts learned in lectures/notes and to demonstrate use of problem solving skills where required. The course notes come with model exams and answers and several elements of further reading (which are also are posted on Vision and which are being developed further). All of the notes are posted on Vision for access by all students.
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Assessment Policies:
Assessment is based on a combination of examination, project, and coursework. The project work is assessed on written and oral presentations. In the Group Project, part of the assessment is by peer review.
The DL programme necessarily places more emphasis on examination with some courses being assessed 100% by examination. However a dissertation plus a project course ensures that a significant proportion of the assessment is non-examination.
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Aims & Objectives of the course The programme aims and objectives are achieved by the following course descriptors. School Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11RE Semester 1 Credits SCQF Level On or OffCampus On& Off 15
Course Title
Reservoir Engineering
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
AC Todd/J Somerville
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: Understand the rock and fluid properties of a hydrocarbon reservoir Describe the nature of the fluid flow and pressure distribution in a reservoir Understand the effects of production/ injection on recovery of reserves
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Syllabus Introduction to reservoir engineering: Understand the location, formation, fluid content of a hydrocarbon reservoir; understand the definitions of reserves; be aware of the role of reservoir engineering in exploration and development Reservoir pressure and temperature: Formation fluid density and pressure gradient in the reservoir; location of water/oil/gas contacts; use of contacts and pressure gradients to delineate reservoir units; measurement of fluid gradients Reservoir fluids composition: Understanding composition of hydrocarbon fluids; classification systems based on density; simple models of fluid behaviour Phase behaviour of hydrocarbon systems: Define: system, components, phases, equilibrium, intensive and extensive properties; understand relationship between pressure and temperature and phase for single and multi-component systems; define the expected phase changes in a reservoir fluid as it is produced to surface. Behaviour of gasses: Define equation of state wrt a reservoir gas; modify pv=nrt to account for compressibility factor z (pv=znrt); use of pseudo critical values to account for gas mixtures; calculation of gas volumes and gas formation factor; use of equations of state in volume calculations. Properties of reservoir liquids: Definition of black oil and compositional models of reservoir fluid;use of flash and differential liberation to obtain black oil parameters; definition of Bo, Rs, Bg; define gas formation volume factor for a gas condensate; calculation of reservoir fluid viscosity Fundamental properties of reservoir rocks: Definition of porosity and permeability; use of Darcy’s Law to calculate permeability of single phase; definition of interfacial tension; use of capillary pressure to determine saturation changes in reservoir; definition of effective and relative permeability; use of drainage/imbibition curves to characterise reservoir relative permeability; understanding pore doublet model in relation to recovery factors in reservoir fluid systems Fluid flow in porous media: Understand the diffusivity equation in relation to slightly compressible systems; show the main flow regimes that can occur in a reservoir; calculate the steady state, unsteady state and pseudo steady state pressures in a reservoir; apply unsteady state relations to calculate pressure within a reservoir; understand the application of unsteady state techniques to well testing Drive mechanisms: understand the relative compressibilities in a reservoir system; indicate the dominate drive mechanisms for water, gas cap and solution gas drive systems; understand the effects of the drive mechanisms on production through time Vapour-liquid equilibria: Define equilibrium ratio. Derive equations for vapour-liquid equilibrium calculations for real systems and explain the application of the equations; Derive and explain the use of equations to determine the dew point pressure and bubble point pressure of a fluid mixture; Describe in general terms the impact of separator conditions the gas-oil ratio and oil formation volume factor.
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PVT analysis: Describe the scope of PVT analysis; describe the main apparatus used in the experiments; Determine the bubble point pressure from a set of P vs. V relative volume test data; Calculate oil formation volume factors above the bubble point; Determine the total formation volume factors above and below the bubble point; Determine the oil formation volume factors and gas-oil ratios for pressures below the bubble point pressure. Material balance: Present a material balance (MB) equation for a dry gas reservoir with and without water drive; Demonstrate the linear form of the MB equation for a gas reservoir with water drive and comment on its application; Be able to derive the material balance equation including gas cap expansion, water influx and core and water compressibility; Given the equation be able to identify the component parts of the MB equation, eg. gas cap expansion etc.; Comment briefly on the assumptions, significance, use, data and limitations of the MB equation. Natural water influx: Calculate the total water influx resulting from a known aquifer volume in terms of total aquifer compressibility and pressure drop over the aquifer; Sketch and describe the Schiltuis steady state model and the Van Everdingen and Hurst Unsteady State Model for Water; Sketch the progressive pressure profile for a constant boundary pressure; Explain how a constant boundary pressure profile solution can be used for declining pressure aquifer/ reservoir pressure; Calculate given prerequisite equations the water influx as a function of time for a declining pressure profile Immiscible flow: Describe briefly the various benefits of water injection; Present a simple equation for the fractional flow of water in terms of water and oil flow rate; Comment briefly on the impact of ;angle of dip, capillary pressure, and velocity on the fractional flow; Plot a set of relative permeabilties and identify end-point relative permeabilities; Define mobility ratio and present an equation for it and calculate its value given relative permeability data; Generate a fractional flow curve given relative permeability and viscosity data for injected and displaced fluids; Derive the Buckley-Leverett Frontal Advance Equation; Show the shape of the fractional flow curve and its associated derivative curve and the progressive saturation displacement profile
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Subject Cognitive Skills Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand and appreciate the nature of the reservoir and fluids contained calculate the reserves and show the variability in the calculations calculate the steady-state permeability of a reservoir rock understand and calculate the saturation profile in a layered reservoir understand and calculate the unsteady state fluid pressure changes in a reservoir (for the wells and for the aquifer) describe the drive mechanisms, effect on production and the use of material balance as a reservoir tool calculate natural water influx into a reservoir and the immiscible displacement of one fluid by another Industrial, Commercial & Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Personal Professional Practice with Others ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Examination
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11PG 1 Semester Credits 15
Petroleum Geoscience
School
On or OffCampus On& Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
PWM Corbett/G Couples/AR SCQF Level Gardiner None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the geological environment responsible for hydrocarbon formation, migration and storage identify the main characteristics of hydrocarbon-bearing formations estimate the volume of such reservoirs
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Syllabus Introduction to Earth materials, processes, basins and petroleum system: Review of the nature and composition of the Earth; Plate tectonics and sedimentary basins; Principles of stratigraphy; Rock types and their identification. Transport, deposition and deformation processes: Reservoir Seal, Source rock and migration path, Trap, Timing; Understand how depositional process affect texture of sedimentary rocks and the relation with petrophysical properties; common depositional structures and their origin; well (log and core) observations and their relation to a 3-D depositional model; general differences between carbonate and clastic depositional process and environments. Reservoir heterogeneity, architecture, faults seals: Identify the main types of structural features; Identify the characteristics of a structural trap; Main types of faults, and tectonic setting; Fold geometries; Fractures and other localised deformation and the effect on fluid flow characteristics; Fracture patterns associated with folding; Structural features shown in core and on dipmeter/image logs/cross sections and maps; Fault compartmentalisation. Geophysics: Review the basic geophysical concepts as used in the petroleum industry; Applications of seismic data in reservoir description. After studying this Chapter the student should be able to: Main geophysical methods; Wave propagation – P and S waves, alteration at interfaces (reflection/refraction); Seismic method (data gathering and interpretation); Use and limits of seismic in reservoir description. Mapping: Spatial data contouring using manual and mechanical methods; Advantages and disadvantages of computer and manual mapping techniques; Characteristics of computer gridding and manipulation; Identification of "good" and "poor" maps from the type and density of the input data. Correlation: Importance in reservoir development; Definition of a subsurface framework to understand geological relationships between wells; Identification of correlation markers and flow units; Principles of flow unit correlation; Role of different data (e.g. seismic, log, biostratigraphic) and models (sequence stratigraphy) on flow unit correlation; Common misinterpretations in flow unit correlation. Geostatistics, Property evaluation and Volumetrics: Porosity/permeability variations; Relationships between petrophysical properties and geology; Construction of measures of spatial correlation (variograms); Definition of gross/net sand and gross/net pay; Methods to determine gross rock volume; Reserve parameter distributions ;Calculation of volumetric reserves by deterministic and stochastic methods.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Cognitive Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: define basic rock types found in the crust identify the main characteristics of reservoir rocks identify structural features in core, on dipmeter/image logs, on cross sections, maps, and interpreted seismic lines identify correlation markers and flow units describe the formation of a reservoir construct a contour map of spatial data using manual and mechanical understand the geophysical techniques used to locate a reservoir calculate the reservoir volume and uncertainty associated with the data available Industrial, Commercial & Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Personal Professional Practice with Others ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11DE 1 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Drilling engineering School 15
On or OffCampus On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
JT Ford
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the concepts and techniques used in drilling engineering examine the design requirements of well planning and construction optimise the design of a drilling program
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Syllabus Overview of Drilling Operations: To review the processes required to drill wells; to consider the different types of well - exploration, appraisal, development – and their role in the exploration and production of a reservoir; to discuss the resources required in terms of equipment and personnel. Rig Components: To review the functions of a drilling rig – types, locations, capacities, drilling systems. To examine the main systems – power, hoisting, circulation, cleaning. Drillstring: Review the function and design of a drillstring for specific operations; to examine the use of stabilisers and mud motors in achieving deviated drilling; to calculate and design the appropriate components to achieve a deviated well; the use of logging (MWD and LWD) in achieving designed trajectories; review of data capture and analysis for MWD and LWD; Drillbits: To review the characterisation and selection of drill bits for specific formation properties; to assess the longevity of drill bits with reference to industry standards; to compare efficiency of drill bits by reference to cost and specific energy relationships. Formation Pore Pressure and Fracture Gradient: Understanding the generation of pore pressure within sediments; classification of pore pressure relative to hydrostatic pressure; calculation of pore pressure gradient; review of earth stresses and rock mechanical properties of sediments; calculation of fracture gradient; use of pore and fracture gradients to determine suitable casing setting depths. Well Control: Design and use of casing in production and injection wells; design of cementing – primary and secondary; design of mud system and appropriate mud weight for specific designs; review of BOP’s in drilling and their function in well control. Drilling Fluids: Review of types of fluids; design requirements of drilling mud – hole cleaning, bit cooling, formation stabilisation; chemical interaction of drilling fluids and sediments; remedial operations to counteract blowouts and kicks; design of bit hydraulics and calculation of fluid power requirements.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand and appreciate the mechanism of well drilling calculate the deviation required to reach a specific reservoir target and design the well path understand drillstring hydraulics and produce a suitable bottomhole assembly design for each hole section produce a casing design for a well understand and be able to calculate mud densities to overcome an unexpected well influx (kick) and to design a circulation method to return to safe operation design a cementing operation Industrial, Commercial & Professional Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Communication, Personal Practice Others Numeracy & ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 100%
Synoptic courses?
Re-assessment Methods Method Examination
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
3
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11FE 1 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Formation Evaluation
School
On or OffCampus 15
On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
TBC
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
No x Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Geoscience for Subsurface Exploration Appraisal and Development
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: Understand the concept of formation evaluation and well logging Understand the physical principles of the tools used in logging Characterise the formation based on interpretation of well logs
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Syllabus Introduction to formation evaluation: Definition of formation evaluation and logging techniques; Logging operation: tools and techniques; Principles of Logging Measurements; Principles of Depth Correlation; Interpretation process. Fundamentals of log interpretation: Correlation and Depth Matching; Interpretation of Lithology; Identification of Permeable and NonPermeable Zones; Formation Zonation; Porosity Determination; Saturation Determination. Basic logging tools: Gamma Ray (GR) Tool; Spontaneous Potential (SP)Tool; Density Logging Tool; Resistivity Logging Tools; Induction and microresistivity logging tools. Porosity tools and how to compute porosity: Acoustic Log (Wyllie time-average equation); Effects of hydrocarbon, shales, carbonates and uncompacted sands on the acoustic log; Density Log; Density of some common minerals, water, oil and gas; Minerals whose density cannot be read directly from the density log; Effect of temperature, pressure and salinity on the density of water; Effects of hydrocarbon, shales and pressure on the density log; Neutron Log; conditions of use and errors; Correlations used to derive porosity; Effects of hydrocarbons and shale on log. Lithology and porosity in complex formations: Porosity of a mixed lithology rock; Mixed lithology models; Deriving porosity from a neutron-density crossplot, sonic-density crossplot, sonic-neutron crossplot, density-Pe crossplot; Technique and assumptions used for deriving minerals from an NGS crossplot; Effect of shaliness, secondary porosity and hydrocarbons on crossplots; Use of M-N plot to derive mineral content; Use of a MID plot to derive mineral content. Saturation determination: Use of Archie equation; formation resistivity factor; potential errors in Archie equation; saturation from a crossplot of resistivity logs and porosity logs; Saturation determination from Rwa, logarithmic overlays, from Ro overlay and F overlay, from Resistivity Ratio Methods; Describe the Impact of Shale on the determination of saturation. Shaley sand interpretation: Effect of shale on saturation determination; Laminated sand-shale models, the Dispersed Shale Model and the total shale model.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Understand the properties of rocks and fluids that produce characteristic signals Read and interpret a well log Analyse the data and correct for environmental factors. Interpret the log to discern porosity, water saturation, lithology, hydrocabon content Synthesise the interpretations of several logs and produce a consistent interpretation of the reservoir Account for the effect of shale in the reservoir Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Industrial, Commercial & Professional Personal with Others Numeracy & ICT Practice Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to present and interpret log information apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 100%
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
2 times 2 hrs
2 times 2 hrs
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11WT 2 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Reservoir Engineering – Well Test Analysis School 15
On or OffCampus
On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
Shiyi Zheng
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Replacement: Sept 2008 MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the diffusivity equation and the derivation of analytical solutions related to reservoir features (wells, fractures, aquifers) use the analytical solutions to describe fluid flow in a reservoir calculate reservoir permeability in simple and complex reservoir geometries
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Syllabus Introduction to well testing: Reservoir depletion and the application of reservoir limit testing; Generalised form of the radial inflow equation; Dietz shape Factors; Reservoir damage or improvement and Skin factor; Brons and Marting pseudo-skin; Hawkins equation and effects of well bore damage skins and flow convergence pseudo-skins; critical flow rate required to induce water or gas coning in a reservoir with an aquifer or gas cap; negative skins in deviated wells; effective well bore radius and negative pseudo-skin; arithmetic average in calculating equivalent permeabilities for layered systems; Effects of perforations on well production. Pressure Transient Analysis: Objectives of exploration well testing; Derivation of Diffusivity Equation for radial inflow; Dimensionless versions of the linear D.E.; Linearised radial flow equation for the line source boundary condition; Logarithmic approximation to the exponential integral solution of the line source. Solution; Principle of superposition and its application to the specific case of build up testing i.e. The Horner time function; Construction of semi-log plots for basic ideal data sets and solve for basic reservoir parameters. kh, skin. Late time boundary and depletion effects: Geological features which present themselves as no-flow boundaries;Iimportance of fault detection by pressure analysis; method of images and state the solution to the diffusivity equation for the system; Relationship between the logarithmic approximation and the semilog plot for MTR and LTR; Distance to boundaries; Identify the five basic elementary fault models log-log diagnostic plot and be able to use derivative type curves; Relationship between the ratio of the slopes of the MTR and LTR on the semilog plot and the angle of intersection of faults; Identification parallel faults. Distributed Pressure Measurements: RFT tool; analysis of a pretest record; Supercharging and supercharging index; RFT data presentation; Benefit of the new generation MDT device. Exploration Applications of Distributed Pressure Measurements: Nature of an unproduced reservoir at gravity-capillary equilibrium; RFT gradient intersection coincide with the free water level; Paleo-contacts and the concept of residual oil; RFT indication of water gradient in a trapped oil zone; Detection of tar mats; Effect of oil wet rock on an RFT survey; Geological significance of a perched contact and its recognition on an RFT survey; Tilted contacts and dynamic aquifer effects. Field Development Applications of Distributed Pressure Measurements: Problem of discrimination of supercharged points; Effect of vertical component of flow on the pressure gradient; Theory of single phase flow; Interpretation of gradients in simple multiphase flow situations; Vertical pressure equilibrium; Partially communicating faults and inter-block PIs; Relation between fault multipliers in a simulator and intrinsic fault transmissibility indices; Use of compartmentalised material balance for RFT interpretation; Importance of production logging data as a complement to RFT data. Reservoir Management: Production logging surveys; Integration of well test and core analysis studies with PLT surveys; Importance of the reservoir monitoring; Understand the selective inflow performance (SIP) technique; sign of in-fill drilling of injection wells.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: derive diffusivity equation perform drawdown and buildup analyses using analytical solutions calculate and account for wellbore storage in well test analysis use type curves in well test analysis understand characteristics of variable flowrate methods and effects of boundaries on analysis interpret production log surveys Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Industrial, Commercial & Professional Personal with Others Numeracy & ICT Practice Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to present and interpret well test data apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 80% 100% 20%
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination Examination (IDL) Coursework
3
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11RS 2 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Reservoir Simulation
School
On or OffCampus 15
On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
K Sorbie
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: develop an understanding of the role of simulation in reservoir engineering to gain insight into the value of simulation to provide the appropriate numerical techniques to enhance hydrocarbon recovery
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Syllabus Introduction: Description of a simulation model; Simplifications and issues that arise in going from the description of a real reservoir to a reservoir simulation model; Description or reason and circumstances simple or complex reservoir models are required to model reservoir processes; Input data is required; Typical outputs of reservoir simulations and their use in reservoir development. Basic concepts in reservoir engineering: Material balance equation for an undersaturated oil reservoir; Conditions under which the material balance equations are valid; Single and two-phase Darcy Law in one dimension (1D); Gradient and divergence operators as they apply to the generalised (2D and 3D) Darcy Law; Permeability as a tensor quantity; 2D and 3D Darcy Law with permeability as a full tensor Reservoir simulation model set-up: Simulation Input – issues to be addressed by simulation,input data required, format of data; Simulation Output - output of calculations, quality check output data to check for errors in input, post-processing analysis; Analysis of Results - identify impact of reservoir engineering principles in calculation performed, Identify numerical effects and impact of grid block size and orientation on results, erform simple upscaling calculation to address numerical diffusion. Gridding and well modelling: Concept of gridding and of spatial and temporal discretisation; types of grid in 1D, 2D and 3D used in reservoir simulation; numerical dispersion and grid orientation and the solution to these numerical problems; local grid refinement (LGR), distorted, PEBI and corner point grids; grid fineness/coarseness; streamline simulation; well models and productivity index (PI); average grid block pressure and Peaceman formula; concept of multi-phase flow to calculate PIw and PIo. Flow equations: Physics of single phase compressible flow through porous media; equation for single phase compressible flow (PDE); linearization of PDE for slightly compressible flow involving the hydraulic diffusivity; extension of the single phase pressure equation to 2D; conservation + Darcy’s law in the two phase case to arrive at the two phase flow equations for compressible fluids and rock. Numerical methods in reservoir simulation: Simple finite difference expressions for derivatives, (∂P/∂x), (∂P/∂t) and (∂2P/∂x2); forward difference, the backward difference and the central difference and the order of the error associated with each; apply finite difference approximations to a simple partial differential equation (PDE); explicit and an implicit numerical scheme; implicit finite difference scheme applied to a simple linear PDE leading to a set of linear equations which are tridiagonal in 1D and pentadiagonal in 2D; structure of the pentadiagonal A-matrix in 2D for a given numbering scheme going from (i, j) notation to m-notation where m is an ordered numbering; solution strategy for the non-linear single phase 2D pressure equation where the fluid and rock compressibility are pressure dependent; discretised form of both the pressure and saturation equation for two-phase flow; IMPES solution strategy for the discretised two-phase flow equations. Permeability upscaling: Reason for upscaling; calculation ofeffective permeability in simple models by averaging; numerical upscaling of single-phase flow; effects of heterogeneity on two-phase flow; limitations of applying single-phase upscaling to a two-phase problem; steady-state, capillary-equilibrium upscaling for two-phase flow; 2-phase dynamic upscaling (the Kyte and Berry Method); upscaling around a well; upscaling from the core-scale to the scale of a geological model, taking account of fine-scale structure and capillary effects.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Appreciation of the use, application and impact of reservoir simulation in reservoir engineering Fundamentals of single phase compressible flow Fundamentals of 2 phase flow Principles of numerical flow simulation Concepts and techniques of upscaling and pseudoisation Common errors of reservoir simulation Industrial, Commercial & Professional Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Personal Practice with Others ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to present and interpret well test data apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 80% 100% 20%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Examination Examination (IDL) Coursework
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11PE 2 Semester Credits 15 SCQF Level
Petroleum Economics
School
On or OffCampus On& Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
J Fennema
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement No Availability as an Elective x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the economic concepts involved in project evaluation understand the value of investments as defined within a fiscal system evaluate risks associated with economic decisions
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Syllabus Introduction: General financial aspects of the petroleum industry; nature and evolution of demand for oil; evolution of oil supply; role of the National Oil Company versus International oil company; financial parameters or statistics reflecting performance of a petroleum company; principal sectors of petroleum activity. Evaluation methods: Definition of an asset; Evaluation concepts and objectives; Book value and depreciation; Market value and models; Cash flow concept - “capex” and “opex”; Cash flow models. Time value of money: Time Value; Compound Interest; Discounting; present value of a single cash flow; Annuities; Price Inflation - Money of the day; Real terms, constant money, 2000 terms; Purchasing power; Conversion of money of the day to real terms and vice versa. Project parameters: Cash Flow Modelling - project screening and ranking, Maximum capital outlay, Payback period, Terminal cash surplus, Profit to investment ratio (undiscounted); Discounted Measures of Value; Net Present Value (NPV) from project cash flows; Annual Capital Charge (ACC); Internal Rate of Return (IRR); NPV and IRR for acceleration projects; NPV, NPVI and IRR as screening criteria; NPV, NPVI and IRR as ranking criteria. Government: Importance of petroleum to government; Resource Ownership; United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea; Petroleum licensing; forms of licensing agreement; Petroleum Development and government concerns; definition of “good oilfield practice”; purpose of a field development programme; flaring of methane; reservoir unitisation and describe its conceptual evolution; field abandonment; Taxation - petroleum revenues; tax-reference price; corporate taxation of project - stand-alone and consolidated economic models; progressive and regressive taxes. Sources of uncertainty and risk: Geology - concept of exploration success; Facilities – problems encountered in subsurface and surface; environmental issues pertaining to oilfield development; human failure; Government – imposition of changes to project;Describe an example of such a process; taxation policy and investment decisions; concept and implications of demand elasticity; function of spot markets and marker crudes; oil price uncertainty; market for gas; gas sales contract; gas pricing; exchange rate variation and influence on project economics; risk associated with borrowing money; Partners – risks associated with partnerships. Risk Management: Sources of information to reduce uncertainty; transferring risk – financial instruments and commodity trading; Diversification; joint ventures; scenario planning; relevant information in the context of decision-making; Simple Decision Methods; sensitivity analysis; spider diagram; Monte Carlo and Latin Hypercube sampling; Mathematical Expectation; Binomial probability Function to calculate expected value; Preference Theory; Decision Trees and value of information.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand the financial system within which project decisions are made calculate net present value, internal rate of return for a project use statistical techniques to assess risk associated with development of oil and gas fields be able to make economic decisions based on calculated risks Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Industrial, Commercial & Professional Personal with Others ICT Practice Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to make project viability and ranking decisions apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Synoptic courses?
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11PT 2 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Production Technology
School
On or OffCampus On & Off 15
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
DR Davies
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management MSc. Management of the Oil and Gas Industry
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: identify the major components of the production system consider the options available to efficiently complete a well understand and apply the theory behind Reservoir – Well – Facility flow modelling examine the techniques available to enhance production from both reservoir and well design appropriate procedures to ensure optimal initial production understand the process of delivering and treating reservoir and injection fluid at the surface
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Syllabus Introduction: Role of production engineer; review of wellbore/reservoir connection and implications for fluid flow Well performance: PI for oil and gas wells in steady state flow; concepts of flow in pipes and impact of pressure loss components; hydrostatic head and functional pressure loss gradients for oil, gas, vertical and inclined wells; multi-phase flow patterns in vertical, inclined and horizontal pipes; physical property variation in flow up the wellbore for single phase gas and oil flow and for multi-phase flow; slip and hold up and appreciate impact on flow efficiency and tubing sizing; gradient curves concepts; flowing bottom hole pressure based on assumed tubing head pressures and the intake curve of flowing bottomhole pressure versus rate. Well completions: Evaluate bottom hole completion options; geometrical configurations for drilled wellbores for both production and injection applications; generic operating principles for major completion equipment components; Tubing for production / injection; Wellheads; Xmas trees; Packers; Seal assemblies; Subsurface safety valves; Nipple profiles; Flow control and circulation devices; packer selection. Perforating: options and advantages/disadvantages for perforating oil and gas wells; over balance and under balanced perforating; charge design and factors that influence performance; effect of completion and work over operations Advanced Wells: development of advanced wells; improvement in productivity; advantages compared to traditional wells; multilateral wells Artificial Lift: Explain the importance of Artificial Lift (AL) for world oil production; selection of AL based on ranking criteria; electric submersible pump; beam pump; fluid driven hydraulic pumps (Explain the mode of operation of the(i) Jet pump;(ii) Weir Multiphase pump;(iii) Hydraulic pump); progressive cavity pump Gas Lift: Describe the gas lift process; Identification of application areas/advantages for gas lift; well unloading process; gas lift hardware components; gas lift completion design; intermittent gas lift and plunger lift processes. Formation Damage: formation damage and poor well performance; major sources of formation damage; appropriate remedial treatments; production related formation damage; scale, wax, asphaltene deposition; scale inhibitors; perforating damage Matrix Acidising: Types of matrix stimulation techniques; primary chemical reactions in sandstone and carbonate acidising. Acid selection; Additives; Acidising treatment design Hydraulic Fracturing: Productivity Increase Factor (PIF) achievable by HF; role of Rock Mechanics in supplying basic design data for an HF treatment; Fracture Propagation Pressure Record analysis to derive basic design data; Fracture Propagation Models; Hydraulic Fracture geometry (fracture shape and length); Hydraulic Fracture Treatment Design Procedure; Hydraulic Fracturing Treatment operation Sand Control: Decision to install sand control during the original completion design; definition of sand problem in the field; Surface equipment/operations to cope with sand production; sand control options; liner/screen design; gravel pack design; Field Development Concepts & Fluid Processing: design and operation of the production facilities; outline production process scheme; components and operation of a 3 phase separator; fiscal measurement of produced cride oil; pipeline “pigging” operation; gas handling facility - NGL separation and stabilisation, gas dehydration and sweetening, chemical composition of formation water; operational problems (scale, corrosion, etc); oily water treatment; disposal options; source of injection water and surface preparation
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Cognitive Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand and appreciate the production system from reservoir to surface design suitable bottomhole completions systems understand the design principles of different perforation systems design an artificial lift system based on pumping and gas lifting techniques assess the degree of formation damage present in a formation design acidising and hydraulic fracturing treatments understand and be able to select appropriate methods to enable sand control understand the processes and equipment used in produced water handling Personal Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Communication, Numeracy Industrial, Commercial & Others & ICT Abilities Professional Practice In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management; develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources; develop their skills in problem solving use/ be aware of appropriate IT tools and design charts to design reservoir inflow and lift performance an ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems. provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.
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Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) Synoptic courses?
(if applicable) (if applicable)
Duration of Exam
Re-assessment Methods Method
Duration of Exam
Full Time residential/ALP where appropriate Examination 3 80% Examination 3 Coursework 20% IDL and ALP where appropriate Examination 3 100% Examination 3 Note: Those centres where IT facilities exist (and by approval of the L&T committee), students will submit coursework. Credit will be given for this as above at 20% of the course mark. For IDL students and students at centres where the L&T committee are not satisfied that adequate IT resources are available, they will not be asked to submit coursework. They will receive the equivalent learning material in the form of a tutorial, and this learning will be assessed in the exam.
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11DP 3 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Design Project
School
On or OffCampus On& Off 30
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
Dr Rink Van Djike
None
Linked Courses (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
None
None
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement : MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management MSc/PgDip in Renewable Energy Development
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: build on the taught course learning outcomes to conduct a design project as a team to produce a field development plan/ design for an energy system
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Syllabus Introduction to problem and definition of objectives: Definition of problem; statement of context (technical and economic); resources required; development of work plan to achieve aims and objectives; completion of safety and ethical considerations; schedule of work; team allocations and responsibilities Data Gathering: Development of framework within which to set work; Description of relevant resources to be accessed; review of data and quality control; presentation to group for analysis Analysis/experiment/simulation to be conducted to meet objectives: Generation of work plan to cover relevant work; assessment of resources required for each section; familiarisation with operational requirements of resource; conduct work; reporting of findings to group for review Analysis of results, conclusions, recommendations and presentation of work: Compilation of findings from work conducted; critical review of analysis, errors, variations in results; comparison with published results; conclusions drawn from work and development plan submitted; preparation and submission of report and associated audio/visual presentations as required Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Subject Skills Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: review context of their skills in a group environment use technical resources appropriate to the problem perform relevant calculations/design work/experimentation to produce a development plan report findings technically in form of written structured report and oral technical presentation
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Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial & Professional Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Practice Others In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to: Communication, Numeracy & ICT
be aware of the importance of time management; integrate skills of different Petroleum Engineering disciplines appreciate the need for communication in team working situations develop and present a cohesive written and oral report on the findings generated by the team members be aware of the standard required of technical reports in the industry be aware of the nature of negotiation between parties (such as use of competitors' facilities)
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100% Synoptic courses?
Duration of Exam
Re-assessment Methods Method Resubmission if allowed
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
(if applicable)
Report (written and oral presentation if required)
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 G11IP 3 Course Code Semester Credits 30 SCQF Level
Individual Project
School
On or OffCampus On& Off
Course Co-ordinator
J Somerville and IPE staff
Pre-requisites
None
Linked Courses (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No
None
None x
Replacement Course
Code:
Date Of Replacement: Sept 2008
Degrees for which this is a core course
MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDip in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDip in Geoscience for Subsurface Exploration Appraisal and Development MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management MSc/PgDip in Renewable Energy Development MSc/PgDip in Marine resource Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: develop a greater understanding of a specific petroleum engineering problem determine the limits of applicability of the proposed solution relate the project findings in a succinct, technical manner
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Syllabus Introduction to problem and definition of objectives: Definition of problem; statement of context (technical and economic); resources required; development of work plan to achieve aims and objectives; completion of safety and ethical considerations; schedule of work Literature review: Development of framework within which to set work; Description of relevant resources to be accessed; critical review of relevant literature; development of argument to support project work Analysis/experiment/simulation to be conducted to meet objectives: Generation of work plan to cover relevant work; assessment of resources required for each section; familiarisation with operational requirements of resource; conduct work plan; reporting of findings to supervisors/ peers for review Analysis of results, conclusions, recommendations and presentation of work: Compilation of findings from research work conducted; critical review of techniques, errors, variations in results; comparison with published work of others; conclusions drawn from work and recommendations; preparation and submission of thesis and associated audio/visual presentations as required
Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Cognitive Skills Learning) Subject Mastery
On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Critically appraise a problem and devise an appropriate strategy to investigate it use technical resources appropriate to the problem perform relevant calculations/design work/experimentation to test proposed solution report findings technically in form of written structured report and oral technical presentation write a technical paper
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Personal Abilities
Autonomy, Accountability & Working Industrial, Commercial & with Others Professional Practice In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
Communication, Numeracy & ICT
be aware of the importance of time management; develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources; develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools and experimental equipment an ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems. develop presentation skills
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 100%
Synoptic courses?
Re-assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Thesis (written and oral presentation if required)
Resubmission if allowed
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PART B – UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
The Academic Registry is responsible for producing Part B of the handbook to provide information and assistance on University policies and support services. Kathy Patterson is the Academic Registrar and Deputy Secretary. Students should contact the appropriate School/Institute in the first instance for any academic query or assistance. However, any queries relating to Part B should be directed to Miss Jenny Tough, Administrative Officer, Academic Registry, and this will be directed to the relevant staff. Email: [email protected] Tel: + 44 (0)131 451 3292 Please note that any references to the Campus or School Office contained within Part B apply to the Dubai Campus. 1 1.1 Academic Support Mentoring Each student studying on a Heriot-Watt University course at the Campus will be assigned to a member of staff who will act as their mentor. Mentors can be consulted on all aspects of work, study and other areas of student life. Mentoring is a significant way for Heriot-Watt University to ensure that students studying at the Campus receive the support and guidance that they need. The development of a good working relationship between mentor and mentee (the student) is essential for this to be achieved and all students are encouraged to engage with their mentors through regular meetings scheduled in advance. It is important that both student and mentor ensure that they are available for scheduled appointments. Mentors can provide constructive feedback on academic performance from the outset of study and authoritative guidance on academic progression. Examples of the support that mentors will typically provide to students might include: acting as first point of contact where students require advice on academic and non-academic issues directing students to further sources of information and advice within the Campus and the University monitoring students’ academic progress helping students to build a holistic view of how their University career is developing.
At all times students should keep their mentors informed of any changes in circumstances which may affect their academic progress. Where mentors are unable to resolve problems directly with a student, referrals to staff within the University’s Student Support Services may be recommended, a list of which appears within this handbook.
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For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/careers/mentor.php http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm http://www.hw.ac.uk/quality/studentsupport.htm 1.2 Professional Development Planning Professional Development Planning (PDP) is a structured process to help students to reflect upon their own learning, performance and achievements. It has been designed to support the planning of a student’s personal, educational and career development. At Heriot-Watt University, (with the assistance of the Careers Advisory Service at the Edinburgh Campus) PDP is gradually being introduced to all study programmes and this will include those delivered at the Campus. PDP involves a process of thinking about what stage of development a student is currently at, where their interests lie, what their strengths are and what improvements they would like to achieve in order to get to where they want to be using the learning opportunities available to them. The ability to reflect on their achievements in areas of personal, academic and career development is an important precursor to planning the next step ahead. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/careers/pdp/index.php 1.3 Student Feedback There are a range of options open to students to communicate their views on programmes and courses to members of academic staff. Questionnaires are regularly issued for students to complete at the end of each programme, allowing students to give feedback on the quality of the programme and teaching. Students will also receive regular opportunities to speak with staff informally about any concerns or issues that they are facing and staff will always endeavour to resolve issues directly or will provide further guidance and suggestions for students to follow themselves. A system of student class representatives has been organised for the Campus. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/quality/studentfeedback.htm 2 2.1 Enrolment, Attendance and Periods of Study Enrolment Each student studying on a Heriot-Watt University programme or course is required to enrol with the University at the start of their programme and at the start of each subsequent Academic Year. Students will be advised of enrolment arrangements prior to the start of each Academic Year. Students who fail to enrol with the University, at each stage of their programme, will be compulsorily withdrawn from the University.
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Please refer to the Dubai Enrolment and Finance Information Handbook for further details. 2.2 Student Identity Cards Following enrolment, students will be issued with a Student Identity Card for the duration of their study – it is essential that this card is kept in a safe place. All students are advised that they are required to show their Student Identity Card to an authorised person on the following occasions: - at an examination - on request by any officer of the University - for use of library and computing services - on any other occasion for good cause. 2.3 Amendment to Registration If a new undergraduate or postgraduate student wishes to amend their: - attendance level (full-time, part-time, etc.) - study method (on-campus, distance learning, etc.) providing the student has not enrolled, he/she should contact Recruitment and Admissions, contact details are provided below. If enrolment has taken place, or if the student is a returning student, an application should be made and an ‘Amendment to Registration’ form completed and submitted to the appropriate School/Institute Course Director. The form should be directed to the Dubai Student Services Office, where it will then be forwarded to the appropriate School for consideration in the first instance. Please refer to the following to download the Form: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm The Amendment to Enrolment form can also be used in the following circumstances: - to apply for an extension to period of study (not exceeding one additional year from date of first enrolment). - to apply for Suspension of Studies (for further information, please refer to Section 8 for further details. 2.4 Attendance Students are required to attend all lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions. Class work must be completed satisfactorily and examinations taken as prescribed for the programme of study. A student who does not meet the requirements for attendance or performance, or both, for a particular course may not be permitted to sit the examination for that course and may also be required to withdraw from the University if problems persist. The University has introduced a new policy on Student Attendance which also contains guidance on Compulsory Withdrawal in cases where a student’s attendance falls below acceptable standards. Students are encouraged to review the Policy on Student Attendance and the accompanying Withdrawal Procedures, which may be accessed at the following web link: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/studentattendancepolicy.pdf
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Where a student is unable to attend classes or perform work for four working days or less because of illness or accident, a self-certification form should be submitted. These are available from the Campus Office. For a period of illness of five or more working days the student must provide the Campus Office with a medical certificate signed by an authorised medical practitioner(medical doctor). Medical certificates should be provided to the appropriate member of staff within the Campus Office who will ensure that the relevant course co-ordinators are informed. A medical certificate is also required if the performance of a student has been affected by illness or if a student is prevented from sitting an examination through illness or accident, irrespective of the total length of the absence. Students who experience any difficulties with their studies due to illness or for any other reason are encouraged to talk to a member of staff about their situation, preferably their mentor, their course director or any member of staff whom the student feels is best able to support them. Members of staff will do their best to help students who are having problems but can only do so if they are aware of the situation. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 1 – General Regulation, paragraph 6 Regulation 3 (new) – Modular First Degrees, paragraph 11 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 12 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 12 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraph 12 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 2.5 Student Personal Information In accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, Heriot-Watt University is registered as the Data Controller for personal data that is held about students. The University will process student personal data in accordance with the University Data Protection Policy, the UK Data Protection Act 1998 and other applicable laws. For further information, please refer to the Student Data Collection Notice and the Student Personal Data Statement at: www.hw.ac.uk/students/data_protection_policy.pdf 2.6 Change of Address Students will be able to update their address, during the online enrolment process or through our new student self-service system. It is very important that students update addresses as soon as possible. Failure to do so may lead to important information being misdirected, such as assessment results.
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2.7
Periods of Study Students are normally expected to follow the recommended periods of study as described within the University’s Regulations. Students may extend this period of study up to a maximum period, again as described in the University’s Regulations. These time periods are as follows: Recommended period UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS Graduate Certificate (f/t) 6 months Graduate Certificate (p/t) Graduate Diploma (f/t) Graduate Diploma (p/t) Undergraduate Degree (Ord.) (f/t) Undergraduate Degree (Ord.) (p/t) Undergraduate Degree (Hons.) (f/t) Undergraduate Degree (Hons.) (p/t) Undergraduate Masters Degree (f/t) Undergraduate Masters Degree (p/t) Type of Award being studied 12 months 9 months 15 months 3 years 4 years 5 years Type of Award being studied Maximum Period* 2 years 4 years 2 years 4 years 4 years Up to 10 years 5 years Up to 10 years 6 years Up to 10 years Maximum Period* 2 years 4 years 2 years 4 years 2 years 7 years
Recommended period
POSTGRADUATE AWARDS Postgraduate Certificate (f/t) 6 months Postgraduate Certificate (p/t) 12 months Postgraduate Diploma (f/t) Postgraduate Diploma (p/t) Postgraduate Masters Degree (f/t) Postgraduate Masters Degree (p/t) 9 months 15 months 1 year 2 years
*Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies Committees, acting on behalf of Senate, can extend these periods in extraordinary circumstances. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Modular First Degrees, paragraph 6 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 10 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 10 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraph 10 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Accreditation of Prior Learning Students may be able to obtain accreditation of prior learning for undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes of study through submission of acceptable evidence. The criteria for admission and exemption based on accreditation of prior learning shall be as specified in the programme structure for each programme of study. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 46 – Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL): http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Guidance on Assessment Common Assessment and Progression System (CAPS) The University operates an integrated Common Assessment and Progression System (CAPS) for all students. The main features of this system include a common allocation of course results in the form of grades and clear assessment, reassessment and progression guidelines. The web link below refers to separate information for undergraduate and postgraduate students. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/policies.htm
3.2
Submission of Assessment Assessed coursework for all degree programmes must be submitted by the stated deadline. Students will be informed of this by a member of the Campus Office staff. Work submitted by students will be recorded and logged by the Campus Office. Students are strongly advised to retain a copy of their submitted work as well as any other documentation. Extension to Assessment Deadlines Assessed work submitted after the due date may be subject to a penalty (reduction in marks) being applied. The work should be submitted to the Campus Office together with any medical certificates or supporting documentation outlining the reasons for the late submission. Students are strongly advised to retain a copy of their assessed work and all supporting documentation. All late submissions will be reviewed by the relevant Assessment Board, along with any supporting documentation. The Board will have the option to adjust the mark and to reduce the penalty in the light of the circumstances. The Board has absolute discretion in this matter and the outcome will be notified to students only after the meeting of the Board.
3.3
3.4
Non-Submission of Assessments Students should inform the Campus Office if they are unable to submit assessed work for any reason. The student will be asked to supply any medical certificates or supporting documentation relating to the non-submission where relevant.
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4 4.1
Examination and Re-assessment Procedures Examinations Full-time students in attendance at the University are entered automatically, without fee, for the first opportunity of examination of courses for which they are enrolled. It is important that students ensure that they have notified any change in course to the Campus Office no later than the end of Week 3 of the relevant semester. Failure to notify the Campus Office of a change in course may lead to a fine being imposed and a delay in notification of examination results. Please note that the University may prevent a student taking an assessment if University fees and/or charges are outstanding. Please refer to the Policy on Student Fees and Charges and Ordinance 2 – Fees, Charges, Fines and Debts. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/policy/student_fees.pdf http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/ordinances.pdf
4.2
Re-assessment Students will be formally notified of any re-sit requirements and opportunities when their progression decision and final grades are made available at the end of the Academic Year. The Academic Registry will mail a Re-assessment Application Form to those students who have not gained the minimum grade requirements for progression. It is therefore important that students maintain up to date contact details (including address) with the Campus Office who will liaise with the Edinburgh Campus to ensure that the student record is updated. A fee must be paid for each reassessment. Students must register and pay the appropriate fee to Academic Registry. This includes re-sit examinations, resubmission of assessed work or project work and any remedial work. Students should check what form the re-assessment takes and note the relevant examination diet. Students should refer to the Re-assessment Application Form for the relevant fee and deadline date for application. See also section on Student Fees and Charges below for details. Normally re-sit examinations must be taken as arranged in the location of the campus at which the student studies. However, in exceptional circumstances, the University may consider applications from students to re-sit examinations at alternative locations. It should be noted that ALL expenses incurred by the University in arranging this are required to be met by the student, which may be extensive in some cases. If a student has been involved in a disciplinary matter relating to examinations or assessments, they may only undertake re-assessment at their campus location. For further information and Re-assessment Application Forms, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examinations/reassessmentprocedures.htm
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Examination Diets The normal schedule for undergraduate examination diets is as follows: Semester 1 December Diet Semester 2 Spring Diet Autumn Re-sit Diet 6-17 December 2010 25 April-20 May 2011 4–12 August 2011
The dates for postgraduate examination diets are determined by the School and students should contact a member of staff in the School at the Campus for details of their examination diets. Whilst the University makes every effort to accommodate practice in countries across the world, there may be occasions when this is not possible. Please note that postgraduate examinations may be scheduled on Fridays at the Dubai Campus. In exceptional cases, some undergraduate examinations may also be scheduled on Fridays. Examinations can be scheduled up to, and include, the last day of each assessment period. In some cases, postgraduate examinations are scheduled during vacations. Therefore, students are strongly advised to take note of examination dates in assessment and re-assessment blocks before making any travel arrangements which take them away from the Campus in order to avoid any unnecessary problems. 4.4 Examination Timetables Examination timetables are prepared by the Academic Registry and will be made available on the Academic Registry website by the following dates: December diet Spring diet (final year students) Spring diet (continuing students) Re-sit diet 31 October 28 February 12 March 24 July
The examination timetables are published on the Student Notice Boards at the Campus according to the above timescales and students must check these timetables carefully as it is their responsibility to ensure that they have the correct time and location for any examinations that they are sitting. Draft timetables are posted a week prior to these dates (or two weeks prior to the Spring diet timetables). All timetables are published subject to necessary alteration. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examinations/timetable.htm 4.5 Assessment Results Provisional results are not normally made available after the examination diet as they are subject to ratification. However, students may receive feedback on their performance via their mentor or course leader. Examination results will normally be posted on an appropriate notice board within the Campus. Where results are displayed on Campus Office notice boards they will be presented in order of student number only. A letter confirming results and decisions on students’ performance in each course by grade, and giving a progression decision (for example, Re-assessment, Pass58
Proceed, etc.) are sent out by the Academic Registry at the end of the academic year and following re-sits where these are required. Any direct communication of examination results will be done face-to-face with staff and students only. 4.6 Discretionary Credits - Undergraduate In cases where an undergraduate student has satisfied the overall requirements for the programme or for progression to the next stage of the programme, but does not have the required number of credit points, the Progression Board may award 'discretionary credits', granted in a maximum of two courses or 30 credits, so that the student is eligible to receive the final award or to progress to the next stage. ‘Discretionary credits’ are not given automatically to students who do not have sufficient credit points, but are applied only after consideration by the Progression Board. For further information on this issue please refer to: Regulation 3 – Modular First Degrees, paragraph 23 available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 4.7 Discretionary Credits - Postgraduate Postgraduate students who have satisfied the overall requirements for their programme, but do not have sufficient credit points with respect to the final award may be awarded 'discretionary credits' in a maximum of one taught course in order to be eligible for award. 'Discretionary credits' are not given automatically to students who do not have sufficient credit points for the award, but are applied only after consideration by the examiners. For further information on this issue please refer to: Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 20 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 20 Regulation 48 – Higher Degree of Master (Taught), paragraph 21 available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 4.8 Use of Calculators and Dictionaries in Examinations Calculators Where a calculator is required for the completion of the examination, a candidate shall use either a standard calculator as prescribed by the University or a nonstandard calculator as approved by the Head of Dubai Campus, in liaison with the relevant School at the Edinburgh campus. Where calculators are permitted and the Head of School decides that there should be a restriction on the model of calculator which may be used in an examination set by that School, then students are only allowed to use one of the following approved models:
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Casio fx-83ES Casio fx-83MS Casio fx-85WA Casio fx-85MS Casio fx-85ES
In specific cases, the Head of Dubai Campus, in liaison with the School at the Edinburgh campus, may recommend to the Academic Registry that other models of calculator be permissible for use if essential for the completion of the examination. However, in this case, and in the case where the Head of School has agreed that there should be no restriction on the model of calculators used, any restrictions on text storage and retrieval facilities must be imposed by the Head of School setting the examination. The Head of School shall notify the Examinations Officer of any nonstandard calculator which has been approved. In all cases, calculators must be provided by the student. Dictionaries A candidate shall not be permitted to introduce printed or other material such as dictionaries including electronic dictionaries into the examination room except such as may be authorised by the Head of Dubai Campus, following guidance from the School at the main campus in Edinburgh. Mobile telephones and other electronic equipment shall be switched off and shall be deposited with other personal items in an area designated by an invigilator. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 9 – Assessments and Examinations, paragraph 8 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf Students should refer to Part A of this handbook for programme specific information on calculators and dictionaries. 4.9 Ill Health and Extenuating Circumstances – Assessment and Examinations A student who is prevented from sitting an assessment/examination through illness or other extenuating circumstances, or who believes that their performance has been affected by these circumstances, should notify a member of staff as soon as possible. In addition, students must also submit a medical certificate signed by an authorised medical practitioner (medical doctor) (or other documentary evidence, as appropriate) to the Campus Office before the relevant Course Board/Examination Board meets. For further information regarding Assessment, please refer to: Regulation 1 – General Regulation, paragraph 6 Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraphs 11, 16 and 26 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraphs 12, 17 and 21 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraphs 12, 17 and 21 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraphs 12, 17 and 22
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Regulation 51 – Degree Entry Programme (Dubai), paragraph 19 and 20 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf For further information regarding Examinations, please refer to: Regulation 9 – Assessments and Examinations, paragraphs 9 and 12 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 5 5.1 Awards, Grading and Qualifications Intermediate Awards Intermediate Awards are University awards which may be conferred on any eligible student wishing to apply for a certificate as they progress through each stage of their programme and gain credits towards their degree, on the condition that they have obtained sufficient passes in their assessment. For example, an undergraduate student may be eligible to apply for a Certificate of Higher Education once they have achieved 120 credits. Applications for Intermediate Awards are made to the Academic Registry along with a payment of the appropriate fee, which can be confirmed by staff in the Campus Office. For further information for undergraduate students, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/awards/intermediateawards.htm For further information for postgraduate students, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/awards/intermediateawards.htm 5.2 Requirements for Awards Information on the level of performance required for award and the number of necessary credits are specified in the University regulations. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraphs 15 and 21 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraphs 15, 19 and 21 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraphs 15, 19 and 21 Regulation 44 – Mixed-Mode Study - Modular First Degrees (for undergraduates only) Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraphs 15 and 20 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf Students should refer to the programme-specific information in Part A of this handbook on award criteria.
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Undergraduate Honours Classification and Awards Grading Honours year is currently unavailable at the Campus, but it may be possible for students to transfer to Edinburgh to do the final Honours year. Please contact your Programme Director for further information in the first instance. Honours classification is determined by the following criteria: Award First Class Honours Grade Grade A Minimum Criteria Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade A, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade A and none less than Grade D Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade B, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade B and none less than Grade D Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade C, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade C and none less than Grade D Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade D, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade D normally a minimum of Grade D in prerequisites and in courses designated as requiring a Grade D minimum
Second Class Honours (Upper)
Grade B
Second Class Honours (Lower)
Grade C
Third Class Honours
Grade D
Ordinary
Grade E
Where the weighted average indicates a borderline case (i.e. D/E, C/D or B/C), the Progression Board may give further consideration on a case by case basis. For further information regarding the qualifying courses used to determine honours classifications, please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraph 15 For further information on credit levels relating to degree awards, please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Course r First Degrees, paragraph 21 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Postgraduate Awards Postgraduate awards are determined by the following criteria: Award Masters with Distinction Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade A, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade A and no course pass at less than Grade C Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade C, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade C and no course pass at less than Grade D1 Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade A, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade A and no course pass at less than Grade C Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade D, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade D and no course pass at less than Grade E Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade D, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade D and no course pass at less than Grade E
Masters
Postgraduate Diploma or Graduate Diploma with Distinction Postgraduate Diploma or Graduate Diploma Postgraduate Certificate or Graduate Certificate
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The Progression Board may, in exceptional circumstances, recommend an award in the case of a student who has achieved a Grade E or Grade F in a qualifying course (ie performance in a course which contributes toward the final award). Justification for the award decision should be recorded in the minutes or formal record of the meeting. Graduation The Academic Registry is responsible for organising Graduation ceremonies which take place each year in June and November in Edinburgh. There is also a Graduation ceremony held in Dubai in November/December of each year. Students have the option to delay their graduation until the June of the following year should they wish to graduate in Edinburgh. This is an important day in the University diary where students, parents, other guests and staff celebrate the graduates’ achievements. Graduation ceremonies in other locations are organised from time to time in accordance with University policy. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/graduation.htm
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Conduct, Discipline and Appeals The University has Guidelines for Students and Staff on Student Discipline Procedures, a copy of which may be accessed at the following web link: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/discguidelines.pdf
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Use of Mobile Telephones Mobile telephones should be used around the University with consideration for others. During lectures, tutorials and examinations, mobile telephones should be switched off. Failure to follow these requirements may result in disciplinary action being taken by the University. For information on all areas of Academic Conduct (including copying, plagiarism and collusion) within the following section, please refer to: Regulation 9 – Assessment and Examinations, paragraph 8 Regulation 50 – Student Discipline http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/discipline.htm
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Academic Misconduct The University takes plagiarism and examination misconduct extremely seriously and investigates all alleged cases of misconduct. Any student suspected of misconduct will be dealt with accordingly through the University’s Student Discipline Procedures. Academic misconduct during examinations includes: the act of bringing unauthorised material (written, printed or in any other format) into the examination room communicating with, receiving assistance from, copying from or providing assistance to another candidate during an examination removing examination books or worksheets from the examination room.
If the University finds a student to be in breach of discipline by having cheated in assessed work and/or in examinations, the University has the discretion to apply a variety of measures, ranging from nullification of course results to suspension or even expulsion from the University. A standard penalty would be to make null and void all assessments undertaken during the relevant diet. The University understands that students may not be fully aware of the issues surrounding academic misconduct and they may also find that guidance provided at Heriot-Watt differs from advice previously given, perhaps compared to that given within their home country or through other experiences. It is therefore important that students inform themselves of these issues by referring to the University’s guidance on misconduct and plagiarism. If in doubt, students should seek the advice of staff within the Campus Office who will liaise with one (or more) of the range of University support services referred to in this Handbook. The consequences of misconduct in examinations and all other forms of assessment are severe and may result in all assessments undertaken at the relevant diet being made null and void.
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Copying Copying the work of others, including that of other students in the class or group, is an indication of unfair advantage whereby one person gains credit for the work undertaken by another. Where an element of copying is a desirable element of an assessment, as might be the case in a group project or presentation, the instructions for the assessed work will specify the extent to which such copying is permissible. Any authorised or legitimate copying of the work of others that is included within students’ work must be clearly acknowledged by the student. In any work submitted, students must make clear any permitted copying which has been carried out. Students are advised to check the rest of their work to ensure that it is their own. Working with other students in informal study groups is a desirable part of the academic experience but students must ensure that the work they finally submit is theirs and not that of anyone else. Students should keep copies of material such as working notes, or sketches of diagrams or drafts of essays that show that the work and its source has been acknowledged and identified.
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Plagiarism As the consequences of misconduct in examinations and all other forms of assessment are severe, the Student Guide to Plagiarism (link below) is embedded into this handbook, please refer to the Appendix. http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismguide.pdf For the Chinese language version, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismguidechinese.pdf For the Arabic language version, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismguidearabic.pdf Note on Detection of Plagiarism Heriot Watt University may require student work to be submitted for checking using plagiarism detection software. This is intended to assist students in identifying possible plagiarism in coursework being submitted for assessment which could otherwise result in disciplinary action being taken against students by the University in accordance with Ordinance 9 (Student Discipline). For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/discipline.htm http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismjiscnote.pdf
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Collusion Collusion involves an agreement to deceive. This means that more than one person is involved in the deception. An accusation of collusion may be added to an accusation of copying if there is clear evidence of the involvement of two parties. Students should be extremely careful about lending their completed work to other persons. Students may think that they are helping others to meet a deadline in lending their work for copying to others but this may result in problems. What starts out as a supportive action may carry the risk of an accusation of collusion and a case taken to a disciplinary hearing.
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Appeals Students who are dissatisfied with decisions on academic progress or classification of degree being awarded, have the right to appeal where there are extenuating circumstances or procedures which are felt to be unfair. In each case, there are clear and established procedures which students can follow which are outlined in Regulation 36 - Student Appeals. Please note relevant point in Regulation 36 that medical and other matters which could have been brought to the attention of the Examiners or the Board of Examiners prior to the disputed decision being taken shall not normally be considered at this stage. Please note relevant point in Regulation 36 that a student who receives an award at a congregation or in absentia may not subsequently appeal against the award. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 36 – Student Appeals available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Deferred Progression, Suspension and Withdrawal Students may wish to suspend or withdraw from their studies for many reasons. Such reasons should be discussed with a student’s mentor or another member of academic staff as soon as possible. These discussions can help students to consider all available options and perhaps identify a way in which the student can continue with their studies at a more suitable pace or stage. Should the student decide to withdraw permanently from their studies, further advice can be given to ensure that this transition is completed efficiently and reducing any stress. Deferred Progression An undergraduate student who has satisfied the requirements for progress and who wishes to suspend studies prior to continued enrolment may be permitted by the Head of School to defer proceedings for one academic year in the first instance. In this case students should complete the 'Amendment to Registration’ Form (Approval by School)’ which is available at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm
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Suspension In exceptional circumstances, during the programme of the academic year, where applicable, a candidate for an undergraduate award may be permitted to suspend studies temporarily for a specified period of time. In this case students should complete the 'Student Appeal Form’ (Approval by Undergraduate Studies Committee) which is available at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm Postgraduate students who wish to suspend studies should complete the ‘Amendment to Registration’ Form (Approval by Postgraduate Studies Committee) which can be found at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm Students are advised to consult with their Mentor and/or their Year Co-ordinator/Director of Studies in the first instance. In addition, any relevant medical certificates or other supporting documentation must also be submitted before the relevant Examination Board meets. For further information on Suspension please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraph 19 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 10 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 10 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraph 10 available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Withdrawal Any student wishing to withdraw from the University should inform the Campus Office in writing of the date of their proposed withdrawal and the reasons for withdrawing, using the appropriate ‘Withdrawal from the University’ pro forma which is available at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm Before making any decision to withdraw, students are strongly advised to speak to their mentor or other trusted member of staff to discuss the situation fully.
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Exit Awards Students who choose to leave the University part way through their programme may have acquired enough credits to be eligible for an Exit Award. Students will be informed by the Academic Registry if they are eligible for an Exit Award and will receive an Exit Award Application Form. Students must apply and pay the Award Fee by the prescribed deadline date, details of which are contained on the Application Form.
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Student Fees and Charges Student Fees and Charges Policy All students are advised to refer to the Policy on Student Fees and Charges which is available at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/policy/student_fees.pdf The Dubai campus fees and charges are available at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/dubai/financial-information/tuition-fees.htm
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Additional Charges The following items will attract a charge as follows: Re-assessment Students applying to re-sit courses and examinations must pay a set fee for each re-assessed course or examination, using a prescribed form available from the Academic Registry. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examinations/reassessmentprocedures.htm Repeat and Additional Courses Should a student not satisfy the minimum progression criteria for a particular course and be permitted to repeat a course, the student should pay the standard course fee in advance of commencing the repeated course (where applicable). It may also be relevant to charge the appropriate course fee for any additional courses taken by a student. For further information on current course fees, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/student-life/scholarships-fees.htm Academic Transcript Should a student require a transcript for any reason, a charge will be levied by the relevant School Office. Certification For further details on the Certification process, contact the relevant School/Institute Office. Late Enrolment Students who have not enrolled with the University by the appropriate date will be charged a late enrolment fee of 200 AED to cover administration costs. Exemption from the fee may only considered in certain cases. However, this will not apply to students at the Campus during their first year. Late Course Enrolment Where a student wishes to change enrolment for optional or elective courses, there is a small late course enrolment fee which is applied by the Academic Registry to students who enrol on a course after the end of week 3 of the semester in which the
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course is taught. However, this will not apply to students at the Campus during their first year. Replacement Student Identity Card A fee is charged by the Academic Registry to replace a student’s Identity Card unless there is evidence of good reason, outwith the student’s control, for loss of the previous identity card. For further information on charges highlighted in this section and all others, please refer to the ‘Enrolment Pack’ section, and choose the appropriate pack that relates to your specific status, and refer to the ‘Additional Notes on Fees’ link at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/tuition-fees.htm Students can also refer to the following University Ordinance for more information: Ordinance 2 – Fees, Charges, Fines and Debts http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/ordinances.pdf 10 Student Support Services The following information describes a range of services aimed at helping students to get the most out of their time on Heriot-Watt University courses and to assist with, and remedy any problems experienced along the way. Students study for Heriot-Watt awards from all over the world and the University is therefore committed to providing a range of online support services which will be available to any student who requires it. In doing so, the University will attempt to ensure that all students receive high quality and relevant services that support their studies. The main student support services are summarised below. For further information on each of the services, please refer to the online ‘Freshers Guide: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm 10.1 Student Support and Accommodation Student Support and Accommodation, combined with the Careers Advisory Service and the Academic Registry, form the wider Office of Student Services, under the directorship of the Academic Registrar and Deputy Secretary. The primary function of Student Support and Accommodation is to provide all students with an open and supportive service capable of providing advice and guidance to students who are experiencing all types of personal and academic difficulties. The main areas of support provided can be grouped as follows: Funding Advice - including Hardship Funds Counselling and Support Disability Assessment, Advice and Support Accommodation on and off campus
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For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’ and the Student Support and Accommodation website: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm www.hw.ac.uk/welfareWWW Disability Adviser Heriot-Watt University is committed to equal opportunities for all. Lorraine Vallance is the University's Disability Adviser within the Student Support and Accommodation section. Any student with a disability, medical condition or specific learning disability (such as dyslexia) can contact Loraine for advice or assistance ([email protected]). Based on medical or other evidence provided, Lorraine will liaise with the student, relevant staff and other professionals if necessary and make support recommendations. Support offered can include special exam arrangements, assistive software and equipment etc. In all cases the university will ensure that any ‘reasonable adjustments’ are made in accordance with UK legislation. For further information please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/welfare/disability-service.htm 10.2 Religious Services There is a prayer room for students within the Dubai Campus. In addition to the multi-denominational Chaplaincy, a Muslim Prayer Room is provided for students at the main University campus in Edinburgh. Academic Registry The Academic Registry is responsible for a range of academic administrative services in relation to undergraduate and postgraduate students, staff and programmes at all campuses of the University and for those studying in approved learning partners and independently. The Academic Registry is responsible for the administrative aspects of: Accreditation of Prior Learning Enrolment/Matriculation International Student Advice Examinations and Assessments Results Letters, Transcripts and Certifications Intermediate Awards/ Exit Awards Graduation Prizes and Medals Quality Assurance and Enhancement Ordinances and Regulations Common Assessment & Progression System (CAPS) Accreditation of Prior Learning Student Complaints, Discipline and Appeals to Senate Student related statistical returns
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Academic Committee Secretariat. Academic Registry Feedback Form
Feedback is welcomed from students on the service provided by Academic Registry and it would be appreciated if students could find the time to complete the questionnaire at the following web address and return it to the Academic Registry http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/studentfeedback.doc For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry 10.4 Careers Advisory Service The University Careers Advisory Service is part of the Office of Student Services and offers a range of core services aimed at helping students to develop the skills required to make and implement their career choice, including the ability to market themselves successfully in the graduate selection process. The following online services are available to students who are studying at the Campus: Employer, employment and occupational and jobhunting information Careers education, advice and support Online careers education, advice, guidance and support Professional Development Planning
For further information, please refer to: www.hw.ac.uk/careers 10.5 Academic Counselling and Skills Coaching As part of the Careers Advisory Service, the Academic Counselling and Skills Coaching service is aimed at helping students to develop skills and become effective learners, to improve the way they study, to achieve greater academic success at university and to acquire transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. The following online services are available to students studying on the Campus: Guidance on Planning, Organisation and Motivation Skills Guidance on Academic Study Skills
Where specific advice is required, contact should initially be made through the student mentor or Programme tutor. For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm www.hw.ac.uk/sbc/library/academic_skills/index.htm
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The Students Association The Students Association provides a range of services that aim to enrich student life and help students overcome any difficulties that might affect their time at University. The Association has an Advice and Support Centre based at the Edinburgh Campus. Staff at the Advice and Support Centre may be able to help regarding issues to do with the various University procedures such as academic appeals, disciplinary procedures and complaints about University Services and academic matters. To access such support, contact should initially be made through the student mentor/ Programme tutor/student representative or the Head of the Dubai Campus. Alternatively, you can contact Miss Jenny Tough, Administrative Officer, Academic Registry, [email protected]
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Library Students studying at the Campus have access to a wide range of library services: Access to books and printed magazines to support coursework Study facilities open for long hours Access to over 4000 electronic journals and specialist databases Access to general advice and assistance from professional library staff in the campus library Remote access to specialist Subject Librarian support from the University Library Access to internet PCs Advice on Internet resources Obtaining materials not in the Library
For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/dubai/ 10.8 Computing Services The University provides comprehensive computing services for all students studying for Heriot-Watt University awards. All students at the Campus have access to PC equipment with a range of common software and to a Help Desk that provides technical advice. All users of these services are required to comply with Heriot-Watt University Regulation 29 ‘Use of Computing Facilities’ and should read the following document: http://www.hw.ac.uk/IT/Documents/conditions.html Help Desk Service The Campus Computing Officer is the first point of contact and will be able to assist with any enquiries. The Help sections on the Heriot-Watt University web site also provide information on the use of computing facilities: www.hw.ac.uk/it
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PC Service The service is available on PCs connected to the University’s network across the campus, to provide a common core of software packages through a standard interface. Access is by username and password. New students will be provided with assistance on how to register to use the computing facilities. For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’. www.hw.ac.uk/IT 10.9 Information Security Keep your information secure by taking the following steps: Protect your own personal information – it’s valuable. Keep your passport and other important personal documents safely locked away. If you have to make an electronic copy of a document that could be used for identity theft always ensure it is securely protected e.g. in encrypted format. Don’t keep your only copy of your work on a memory stick. Always back up your work to your University account Protect confidential electronic documents with strong passwords combining letters and numbers Lock your computer screen or log out when you are leaving your desk Protect your passwords and don’t share them with others. When handling someone else’s personal information, consider: if this was your personal data, would you be happy for everyone else to see it?
Take control of your communications: If you use web 2.0/social networking technologies, activate the privacy settings before you or other users share personal and confidential data. Check that you don’t surrender IPR to the service provider. Keep back up copies of your work as external services can and do disappear without notice. If you have to send confidential information by email, encrypt or password protect the data. Don’t respond to email requests for your password or bank details Be cautious about opening email attachments – if in doubt scan for viruses.
To find out more about what the University does with your personal data please contact the FOI and Data Protection Office: Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 (0)131 3219/3274
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10.10 Development and Alumni Office Heriot-Watt University is the home of The Watt Club, the UK’s oldest Graduate Association, founded in 1854. This association provides a number of services to more than 75,000 graduates around the world. With a network of local branches and Ambassadors around the world, The Watt Club provides a great opportunity to meet fellow graduates and re-connect with friends. Students who graduate with a Heriot-Watt degree will automatically join this exclusive society of alumni members and enjoy the following benefits: Bi-annual copies of the HWU magazine Tri-annual e-newsletter Watt Club Online (www.hw.ac.uk/wattclub) Invitations to Watt Club events in their region Support for any alumnus wishing to establish or support worldwide local branch activities Direct contact with staff at The Development and Alumni Office in Edinburgh
For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’. To learn more about our alumni, The Watt Club and to keep in touch after you graduate please visit: www.hw.ac.uk/wattclub 11 University Policy and Guidance The University publishes many policies and reference information on its website that may be of use and of interest to students through the course of their studies at Heriot-Watt University. Wherever practicable, University policy is designed to include all members of the University’s community, both within and outwith the main campus environments. The University respects religious and cultural diversity and aims to support individuals in their religious and cultural observance, where academic aspects and business priorities permit. The University statement can be found at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/policy/students/religious-and-cultural-observance.pdf Students can refer to policies of specific interest and relevance: www.hw.ac.uk/registy For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm
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Appendix STUDENT GUIDE TO PLAGIARISM 1 Introduction
1.1. 1.2. This guide is intended to provide students at Heriot-Watt University with a clear definition of plagiarism and examples of how to avoid it. The guide may also be of use to members of staff who seek to advise students on the various issues outlined below.
Definition
1.3. Plagiarism involves the act of taking the ideas, writings or inventions of another person and using these as if they were one’s own, whether intentionally or not. Plagiarism occurs where there is no acknowledgement that the writings or ideas belong to or have come from another source. Most academic writing involves building on the work of others and this is acceptable as long as their contribution is identified and fully acknowledged. It is not wrong in itself to use the ideas, writings or inventions of others, provided that whoever does so is honest about acknowledging the source of that information. Many aspects of plagiarism can be simply avoided through proper referencing. However, plagiarism extends beyond minor errors in referencing the work of others and also includes the reproduction of an entire paper or passage of work or of the ideas and views contained in such pieces of work.
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Good Practice
1.5. Academic work is almost always drawn from other published information supplemented by the writer’s own ideas, results or findings. Thus drawing from other work is entirely acceptable, but it is unacceptable not to acknowledge such work. Conventions or methods for making acknowledgements can vary slightly from subject to subject, and students should seek the advice of staff in their own School/Institute about ways of doing this. Generally, referencing systems fall into the Harvard (where the text citation is by author and date) and numeric (where the text citation is by using a number). Both systems refer readers to a list at the end of the piece of work where sufficient information is provided to enable the reader to locate the source for themselves. When a student undertakes a piece of work that involves drawing on the writings or ideas of others, they must ensure that they acknowledge each contribution in the following manner: Citations: when a direct quotation, a figure, a general idea or other piece of information is taken from another source, the work and its source must be acknowledged and identified where it occurs in the text; Quotations: inverted commas must always be used to identify direct quotations, and the source of the quotation must be cited; References: the full details of all references and other sources must be listed in a section at the end of any piece of work, such as an essay, together with the full publication details. This is normally referred to as a “List of References” and it must include details of any and all sources of information that the student has referred to in producing their work. (This is slightly different to a Bibliography, which may also contain references and sources which, although not directly referred to in your work, you consulted in producing your work).
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Students may wish to refer to the following examples which illustrate the basic principles of plagiarism and how students might avoid it in their work by using some very simple techniques:
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The author acknowledges the following sources of information used in preparing this guide to Plagiarism: “Plagiarism – A Good Practice Guide”, Carroll, J and Appleton, J (2001) and various extracts from Student/Course Handbooks 2004/2005, Schools and Institutes at Heriot-Watt University
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Example 1: A Clear Case of Plagiarism Examine the following example in which a student has simply inserted a passage of text (in italics) into their work directly from a book they have read: University and college managers should consider implementing strategic frameworks if they wish to embrace good management standards. One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action. Managers are employed to resolve these issues effectively. This is an example of bad practice as the student makes no attempt to distinguish the passage they have inserted from their own work. Thus, this constitutes a clear case of plagiarism. Simply changing a few key words in such a passage of text (e.g. replace ‘problems’ with ‘difficulties’) does not make it the student’s work and it is still considered to be an act of plagiarism.
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Common Mistakes Students may also find the following examples2 of common plagiarism mistakes made by other students useful when reflecting on their own work: “I thought it would be okay as long as I included the source in my bibliography” [without indicating a quotation had been used in the text] “I made lots of notes for my essay and couldn't remember where I found the information” “I thought it would be okay to use material that I had purchased online” “I thought it would be okay to copy the text if I changed some of the words into my own” “I thought that plagiarism only applied to essays, I didn't know that it also applies to oral presentations/group projects etc” “I thought it would be okay just to use my tutor's notes” “I didn't think that you needed to reference material found on the web” “I left it too late and just didn't have time to reference my sources”
None of the above are acceptable reasons for failing to acknowledge the use of others’ work and thereby constitute plagiarism. 1.8. What follows are examples of the measures that students should employ in order to correctly cite the words, thought or ideas of others that have influenced their work: 1.8.1. Example 2: Quoting the work of others If a student wishes to cite a passage of text in order to support their own work, the correct way of doing so is to use quotation marks (e.g. “ “) to show that the passage is someone else’s work, as follows: “One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action”. 1.8.2. Example 3: Referencing the work of others In addition to using quotation marks as above, students must also use a text citation. If the work being cited is a book, page numbers would also normally be required. Thus, using the Harvard system for a book: “One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action” (Jones, 2001, p121).
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Extract from ‘Plagiarism at the University of Essex’ advice copyrighted and published by the Learning, Teaching and Quality Unit at the University of Essex (http://www.essex.ac.uk/plagiarism/common_excuses.htm), reproduced with kind permission.
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The same reference could also be made to a book using the numeric system: “One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action” (Ref.1, p121). More often, a piece of work will have multiple references and this serves to show an examiner that the student is drawing from a number of sources. For example, articles by Brown and by Smith may be cited as follows in the Harvard system “It has been asserted that Higher Education in the United Kingdom continued to be poorly funded during the 1980’s [Brown, 1991], whereas more modern writers [Smith, 2002] argue that the HE sector actually received, in real terms, more funding during this period than the thirty year period immediately preceding it”. or as follows using the numeric system: “It has been asserted that Higher Education in the United Kingdom continued to be poorly funded during the 1980’s [Ref 1], whereas more modern writers [Ref 2] argue that the HE sector actually received, in real terms, more funding during this period than the thirty year period immediately preceding it”. 1.8.3. Example 4: Use of reference lists Whichever system is used, a list must be included at the end, which allows the reader to locate the works cited for themselves. The Internet is also an increasingly popular source of information for students and details must again be provided. You should adhere to the following guidelines in all cases where you reference the work of others: If the source is a book, the required information is as follows: Author’s name(s) Year of Publication Title of Book Place of Publication Publishers Name All Page Numbers cited Edition (if more than one, e.g. 3rd edition, 2001)
If the source is an article in a journal or periodical, the required information is as follows: Author’s name(s) Year of Publication Title of Journal Volume and part number Page numbers for the article
If the source is from the Internet, the required information is as follows: Author’s or Institution’s name (“Anon”, if not known) Title of Document Date last accessed by student Full URL (e.g. http://www.lib.utk.edu /instruction/plagiarism/) Affiliation of author, if given (e.g. University of Tennessee)
The way in which the information is organised can vary, and there are some types of work (for example edited volumes and conference proceedings) where the required information is slightly different. Essentially, though, it is your responsibility to make it clear where you are citing references within your work and what the source is within your reference list. Failure to do so is an act of plagiarism. 1.9. Students are encouraged to use a style of acknowledgement that is appropriate to their own academic discipline and should seek advice from their mentor, course leader or other appropriate member of academic staff. There are also many reference sources available in the University Library which will provide useful guidance on referencing styles.
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Managing Plagiarism
1.10. Students, supervisors and institutions have a joint role in ensuring that plagiarism is avoided in all areas of academic activity. Each role is outlined below as follows: How you can ensure that you avoid plagiarism in your work: Take responsibility for applying the above principles of best practice and integrity within all of your work Be aware that your written work will be checked for plagiarism and that all incidents of plagiarism, if found, are likely to result in severe disciplinary action by the University. The standard penalty is to annul all assessments taken in the same diet of examinations (for details please refer to Regulation 50 at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf and to the Guidelines for Staff and Students on Discipline at http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/discipline.htm).
How your School/Institute will help you to avoid plagiarism: Highlight written guidance on how you can avoid plagiarism and provide you with supplementary, verbal guidance wherever appropriate Regularly check student work to ensure that plagiarism has not taken place. This may involve both manual and electronic methods of checking. A number of plagiarism detection packages are in use at Heriot-Watt University, one example being the Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) “TurnitIn” plagiarism detection software. See https://submit.ac.uk/static_jisc/ac_uk_index.html for more information on how this software package works. Alert you to the procedures that will apply should you be found to have committed or be suspected of having committed an act of plagiarism and explain how further action will be taken in accordance with University policy and procedures.
How the University will endeavour to reduce student plagiarism: Provide clear written guidance on what constitutes plagiarism and how to avoid it directly to your School/Institute and to you Alert you and staff in your School/Institute to the penalties employed when dealing with plagiarism cases Take steps to ensure that a consistent approach is applied when dealing with cases of suspected plagiarism across the institution Take the issue of academic dishonesty very seriously and routinely investigate cases where students have plagiarised and apply appropriate penalties in all proven cases.
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Institute of Petroleum Engineering
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SUMMARY OF KEY INFORMATION .......................................................................... 1 2 WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION ................................................................ GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY DUBAI CAMPUS AND THE SCHOOL/INSTITUTE .................................................. KEY STAFF AND CONTACT DETAILS ........................................................ PROGRAMME OVERVIEW ............................................................................ PROGRAMME STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY ............................................. 2 4
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ACADEMIC SUPPORT................................................................................... ENROLMENT, ATTENDANCE AND PERIODS OF STUDY ......................... GUIDANCE ON ASSESSMENT ..................................................................... EXAMINATION AND RE-ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES ........................... GRADING, AWARDS AND QUALIFICATIONS ............................................ GRADUATION ................................................................................................ CONDUCT, DISCIPLINE AND APPEALS ..................................................... SUSPENSION AND WITHDRAWAL.............................................................. STUDENT FEES AND CHARGES ................................................................. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES.................................................................. UNIVERSITY POLICY AND GUIDANCE ....................................................... 52 53 57 58 62 64 64 67 69 70 75
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PART A – SCHOOL INFORMATION
SUMMARY OF KEY INFORMATION KEY CONTACTS Professor Ammar Kaka is Vice-Principal of Heriot-Watt University and is the Executive Dean and Head of the Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus (HWUDC). Each Academic programme is led by a programme Coordinator, supported by an experienced academic staff team located at the University’s campus at Dubai International Academic City. The address and contact details are below. In the first instance, students should contact us via our Reception staff who will be pleased to help direct any queries to the appropriate person. Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus Dubai International Academic City PO Box 294345 UAE Tel: +971 4 3616997 Fax: +971 4 3604800 Web: www.hw.ac.uk/dubai SIGNIFICANT DATES IN ACADEMIC YEAR HWU operates a two twelve-week semester system as shown below, with Taught Masters (MSc) students continuing their studies throughout the summer period. All examinations take place during the assessment blocks, although some postgraduate examinations take place during the break periods. Resit examinations are scheduled during the summer vacation. Full details of examination timetabling are published at the campus and can be found at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examination-timetables.php Semester Semester 1 (Undergraduate New Students) Semester 1 (Undergraduate Returning Students) Semester 1 (Postgraduate New and Returning Students) Block 1 Assessment Break 1 Semester 2 Break 2 Block 2 Assessment Starting Date 5 September 2010 12 September 2010 12 September 2010 6 December 2010 20 December 2010 9 January 2011 31 March 2011 25 April 2011 Finishing Date 2 December 2010 2 December 2010 2 December 2010 17 December 2010 7 January 2011 19 May 2011 21 April 2011 20 May 2011
Please see the www.hw.ac.uk and www.hw.ac.uk/dubai websites which contain detailed information about Heriot-Watt University.
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LINKS TO FURTHER INFORMATION/SERVICES Please see the www.hw.ac.uk website which contains information about Heriot-Watt University. Please see the http://www.pet.hw.ac.uk website which contains information about the Institute of Petroleum Engineering. Academic Registry http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry Careers Advisory Service http://www.hw.ac.uk/careers Finance Office http://www.hw.ac.uk/students/finance.htm Student Welfare Services http://www.hw.ac.uk/welfare
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Welcome and Introduction
Welcome from the Principal I am delighted to welcome you as a student of Heriot-Watt University! Heriot-Watt University has a well earned reputation as Scotland's most international and outward-looking University. With three campuses in Scotland (attended by a high percentage of students from across the world), our Campus in Dubai, and Learning Partner institutions across the world, we have a vibrant and diverse learning culture which is unique and unmatched by other universities in the United Kingdom. We are keen to give our students the opportunity to develop an international dimension to their studies which will enhance their opportunities for future growth. Students at our Dubai Campus are an important part of this global community and I very much hope you enjoy your time with us. Professor Steve Chapman Principal and Vice-Chancellor
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Welcome from the Head of Dubai Campus It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the University’s Dubai Campus Heriot-Watt University is proud to be here in the UAE, providing a range of high quality programmes, relevant to the Middle East region, to the UAE and to the aspirations of its people. Heriot-Watt has a long tradition of providing vocationally relevant academic programmes, with strong industry and research links. There are currently over 500 Heriot-Watt Alumni living and working in the UAE and the Gulf States as well as our current students, so you will be joining a successful and vibrant community! We welcome you to your chosen degree programme either as a postgraduate or undergraduate student and look forward to working with you to help you achieve your personal ambitions and goals. Professor Ammar Kaka
A Vice-Principal of Heriot-Watt University, Executive Dean and Head of Dubai Campus
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Welcome from Head of School/Institute We have produced this handbook in order to answer many of the questions that students may have during their studies here, including administrative procedures relating to the running of their degree programme and the support services available to them. We hope students will find this information useful. The Institute of Petroleum Engineering is a specialised centre in teaching, training and research with the largest Petroleum Engineering (PE) research programme in the UK. The Institute is multi-disciplinary and focuses on upstream oil and gas resources. It was founded in 1975 to work with the emerging upstream North Sea industry and now has well established industrial and academic links around the world.
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The Institute currently has 100+ staff, 50 research students and 80+ residential master’s students. There are also overseas and Distance Learning teaching initiatives involving more than 300 students worldwide. The International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT) in Orkney is now part of HeriotWatt University's prestigious Institute of Petroleum Engineering. ICIT was established to carry out advanced research, postgraduate training and consultancy in marine resource management and related issues. The main programmes taught in the Institute are: MSc Petroleum Engineering MSc Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc Geoscience of Subsurface Exploration Appraisal and Development (GeoSEAD)
Programmes taught in ICIT are: MSc Renewable Energy Development MSc Marine Resource Management
Further information on the Institute and your programme follows in this Handbook. Please read the information carefully. An electronic version is also available on the Institute website at http://www.pet.hw.ac.uk Professor Simon Stewart Head of Institute
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General Information about Heriot-Watt University and the Dubai Campus
Heriot-Watt University is an international university, based in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland in the UK, with campuses in the north and south of Scotland and in Dubai. The University also has a worldwide network of Learning Partners. Wherever they are located, Heriot-Watt students have the opportunity to study programmes which will equip them to contribute immediately to the economy and wellbeing of the region in which they choose to work. This ethos of “doing things that matter” stretches right back to the origins of Heriot-Watt in 1821, when programmes were run to suit the needs of developing industries in Scotland. The Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus is located in the Dubai International Academic City. The University is the first to operate from this rapidly-developing site, and is offering programmes that meet the demands of the region and beyond. The web address is www.hw.ac.uk/dubai.
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Key staff and contact details
Point of Contact A Vice-Principal of Heriot-Watt University, Executive Dean and Head of Dubai Campus Operations Manager Student President Reception Recruitment and Admissions Office Student Services Office Finance Office Library IT Office (Help Desk) Transport and Accommodation Office Responsible Staff Name Professor Ammar Kaka Ms Sheelagh Wallace Ms Safiya Salim Mrs Pretty Louis Dr Kishore Sirnani Dr Ashok Srivastava Mr Suresh Kumar Dr Ramakanta Rath Mr Nidhish Cherian Mr Anil Kumar Tel Number +971 4 3616997 +971 4 3616972 +971 4 3616921 +971 4 3616999 +971 4 3641389 +971 4 3616996 +971 4 3616982 +971 4 3616978 +971 4 3616986 +971 4 3616980
School Contact details
Point of Contact Responsible Staff Name Telephone Number +971 4 3616975
IPE Programme Director MSc Petroleum Engineering
Ms Tatiana Deyeva Teaching Fellow
Key Staff within the Institute of Petroleum Engineering, Edinburgh Campus are:Dr Andy Gardiner – Director of Learning & Teaching [email protected] Dr James Somerville – MSc Petroleum Engineering Programme Director [email protected] Dawn Skidmore – Institute Academic Administrator [email protected] Anne Mathers – Residential Student Administrator [email protected]
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Programme Overview
Heriot-Watt University reserves the right to update materials from time to time and will ensure that advance notification concerning changes to materials is provided to students on the relevant section of the University website. It is the responsibility of students to check the website, particularly if they are returning to studies after a period during which their studies have been in abeyance.
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The Programme The aim of the programme is to extend the skills developed at undergraduate level and augment them with specialised programmes relevant to Petroleum Engineers. The successful graduates are in a position to participate in the Industry immediately, and are in strong demand worldwide. The programme was established in 1975 based on the industry preference for a 12 month programme for graduate engineers and scientists. It quickly became recognised as an important route into Petroleum Engineering and annually attracts applications from more than 400 students, from which a class of 50 to 70 is selected. Nearly 1000 graduates now serve the international oil industry. Entrants to the programme will normally have a good honours degree in engineering or a relevant science discipline such as geology, physics, chemistry or mathematics. The general selection criteria are ability and suitability to the industry. In addition to academic qualifications, experience, personality and motivation are also taken into consideration.
4.2 4.3
Programme Timetable The programme timetable will be available on the Virtual Learning Environment. Examination and Re-assessment Procedures Examinations All students are entered automatically, without fee, for the examinations of all the courses on the programme. All these courses are mandatory; therefore the examinations are mandatory too. Practice examinations, together with model solutions are contained in the programme manuals. These reflect the level of difficulty of the actual final examination and provide the student with the means to assess their readiness for the examination. Examination Diets & Timetables Examinations are held in two diets, one in December, and the second in March. The timetable and other details for the exams will be issued at the start of the year along with the timetable for classes etc
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Assessment Results Following the examiners’ meeting, students will normally receive feedback on their performance. All results are provisional until after the final examination board meeting in September, as they are subject to ratification. Any direct communication of examination results will be done face-to-face with staff and students only. Information will not be relayed over the telephone. Letters confirming results and decisions on awards will be issued to all students by the Academic Registry each October. Re-Assessment All students are entitled to 3 re-assessment opportunities in 3 different courses at Grade D or below. No re-assessment opportunities will be allowed at Grades A, B or C to obtain a higher grade. However, if a student has up to 2 courses at Grade D or Grade E these will be classed as a discretionary pass by the board of examiners and are counted as reassessment opportunities. This would mean that a student has only one remaining re-assessment opportunity. The Board of Examiners will consider both the first assessment and re-assessment results when making award. The transcript/results letter will detail the results for both the first attempt and the reassessment. Calculators & Dictionaries The use of calculators and dictionaries in examinations has been approved by the Head of School. Please refer to the University Information in Part B of this handbook for full details on calculators and dictionaries. Records Retention Policy for Examination Scripts and Marked Programme Work Completed examination scripts and course work submitted for assessment will be held securely by your School for a limited time in accordance with the University’s records retention policy and destroyed confidentially. Your School may retain a sample of completed examination scripts and assessed work for a longer period to meet the review requirements for professional bodies. For further information please contact your programme administrator or the University’s Data Protection Officer. Please refer to the University-specific information in Part B of this handbook for further details on Examination & Re-assessment procedures. 4.4 Design Project Objectives The task is to carry out a technical and economic study of the field in the context of 2010/2011 technology, economics, environmental and political conditions. This may involve negotiation with other student groups and/or real Operators to ensure that
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production and export costs are optimised. The ultimate objective is to prepare a single report to satisfy the requirements both of company senior management and of Government. The company will want to know: (a) (b) (c) Is profitable development possible? What technical development plan is recommended? Is further information required to reduce risk?
The relevant Government department will expect: (d) (e) (f) (g) Recovery of all economic hydrocarbon resources Evidence of technical awareness Sensitivity to environmental issues Utilisation of existing facilities where appropriate
Timing The design project is held immediately after the second diet of examinations. No other academic activity is planned for this time period. Groups The project is planned as a group activity with a target of about 8-10 students per group. In creating the groups, care is taken to ensure that, where possible, each has a spread of technical background, experience and ability. Groups are responsible for electing a leader and devising their own organisational structure. Those with specific technical experience, e.g. wireline logging or geology are discouraged from taking responsibility for that aspect of the work. Resources Each group is provided with a work space with a lockable filing cabinet, computers with appropriate software, pin boards and tables. The following is typical of the software that will be provided: Microsoft Office:- Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc EPS PanSystem [well test analysis] EPS FloSystem [production optimisation] Petrel [geological modelling] MAI Questor [cost engineering] Schlumberger Geoquest Eclipse [reservoir simulation] Data Each group is allocated a dataset representing a real reservoir. All references to the field names have been removed and the reservoirs have been moved together to a new geographical location where opportunity may exist for joint development. A typical set of data would include: Top structure information Sets of wireline logs from several appraisal wells Core analysis data and reports Fluid analysis data and reports
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Well test data Cost information
Training & Support Individual groups are expected to become self reliant during the project, but may also be provided with a range of relevant training sessions and support:(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) Team building activity Training workshops in use of several software packages Seminars on environmental and Government issues Workshops on presentation and meeting skills Regular meetings with an experienced Managing Director Feedback from observed meetings
Assessment The Design Project represents 20 percent of the MSc Petroleum Engineering assessment. A written report and an oral presentation are submitted. This presentation, to an audience including all Examiners and representatives from the companies providing the field data, is widely recognised as one of the highlights of the year. The Group Design Project is a team effort; the majority of the mark is allocated via the performance of the whole group (Categories A and B) plus a mark for individual effort (Category C) determined by the group members. This is summarised as: Section Category A (Written Report) Reservoir Issues Geoscience Formation Evaluation Reservoir Engineering Development Issues Drilling Production Technology Economics + Commercial Negotiations Reservoir Management and Monitoring Environmental Impact and Abatement Overall report integration, structure and quality Total for Section A Category B (Oral Presentation) Oral presentation of subject matter Ability to answer questions from audience Total for Section B Category C (Individual Effort)
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Marks Allocated
20 15 30 10 15 15 5 15 30 155 40 25 65
Peer assessment by team members Total for Section C Project Total (fraction of final mark)
5.00 5.00 20.00
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Individual Project Objectives The purpose of the individual project is to prepare a substantial piece of individual work for assessment as part of the MSc Petroleum Engineering degree. All candidates are required to submit a dissertation which comprehensively describes the work conducted during the study period. The dissertation is limited to 40 pages unless the supervisor grants a variance. A research paper written according to SPE guidelines with a text of approximately 7000 words is also submitted. It should provide a summary of the dissertation work and be useful for distribution to companies interested in the work. This latter exercise gives candidates experience in preparing a research paper. Each student will make an oral presentation of his/her dissertation in September with a 15 minute presentation and a 5 minute question period. Timing The individual project begins immediately after the end of the Group Design project and lasts 8 weeks. Projects Project ideas are submitted by Institute staff, interested companies, and MSc Petroleum Engineering students. The ideas must relate directly to the programme syllabus and normally cover laboratory based experimental topics, computer based analytical studies, company based problem solving, and literature studies. Students are asked to complete a form in mid January, stating their project preferences. Once all the information is compiled, the academic staff will produce a draft allocation schedule of projects that are matched to student interests and abilities. Resources & Support Each student is assigned a project supervisor for the duration of the individual project. Students are expected to schedule regular meetings on the progress of their project and to prepare a draft thesis for comments. Students are provided a work space, access to computers with appropriate software, and lab facilities if required. Students will also have access to many communal resources within the Institute. The following is typical of the software that will be provided: Microsoft Office:- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. EPS PanSystem [well test analysis] EPS FloSysytem [production optimisation] Petrel [geological modelling] MAI Questor [cost engineering] Schlumberger Geoquest Eclipse [reservoir simulation]
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Assessment The Individual Project represents 20 percent of the MSc Petroleum Engineering assessment, based on a written dissertation, and an oral presentation. After the oral presentation, the examiners discuss the student’s performance and mark according to the criteria listed: Criteria Motivation of Student Presentation / Style of Thesis Originality of Work Analytical / Scientific Methods Breadth and Depth of Understanding of Subject Interpretation of Results Sense of Economic Worth Oral Presentation (+ answering questions) Total Project Total(fraction of final mark) Mark 10 10 5 20 20 20 5 10 100 0.20
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Programme Structure and Delivery
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Programme Structure The following programme structure provides details of courses, awards and credits for the programme. 3. School/Institute Petroleum Engineering 4. Type Specialised Institute Degree 5. Awards MSc PGDip PGCERT
1. Programme Codes G137, G135, G130-PEE G13W,G13X G1D0,G1D5,G1D7
2. Programme Title Petroleum Engineering
6. Programme Accredited by IMMM and EI 10. Arrangement of Courses Mandatory and Optional Courses Starting From Semester 2 Course Code & Title Effort Hours
7. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group(s) Engineering
8. Date of Production/Revision May 2010 11. Awards, Credits & Level
9. Composition
Semester 1 Effort Hours
Starting From Semester 2/3 Course Code & Title Effort Hours
Course Code & Title
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G11RE Reservoir Engineering 150 150 G11IP Individual Project 300 180 SCQF credits for MSc; incl 180 credits at Level 11
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10 courses (including a project/ dissertation) 150 150 G11RS Reservoir Simulation
G11PG Petroleum Geoscience
G11WT Reservoir Engineering Well Test Analysis 120 SCQF credits for PG Dip; incl 120 credits at Level 11
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G11DP Design Project
300
8 taught courses 150 G11 PT Production Technology Part-time x 150 G11PE Petroleum Economics
G11DE Drilling Engineering
G11FE Formation Evaluation
60 SCQF credits for PG Cert; incl 60 credits at Level 11
12. Mode and Location of Study Full-time x
(specify) ……Dubai………
13. Duration of Study (months)
Home Campus Masters Diploma Independent x Certificate
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Other Campus x
Collaborative Partner
Approved Learning Partner
Standard Full-time Part-time 12 24 10 6 20 12
Maximum Full-time Part-time 24 84 (84 DL) 20 12 48 (48 DL) 48 (48 DL)
14. Mode of Delivery Conventional x Blended
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15. Level of Courses
Level 11
x
Levels 7-10 (UG)
Mixed
Courses not at Level 11 (codes):
16. Collaborative/Approved Learning Partner Programme Heriot-Watt PE Approved Support Centre at Tomsk Polytechnic University 4a Usova Str., Tomsk, 634034, Russia China University of Petroleum(East China) 271# Bei’er Road, Dongying City, Shandong Province, PR China
Course Notes 2. Summary of Assessment Methods Residential 40% coursework 60% examination
1. Nominal Pass Mark/Grade
Masters: Min 50% per course. 55% Overall Diploma: Min 40%/Grade D per course, 120 credits overall Certificate: Min 40%/Grade D per course, 60 credits overall IDL 34% coursework
66% examination
3. Re-assessment Opportunities Remedial Work. At the discretion of exam board in case of a marginal fail (This would involve re-submission of a report or the completion of an appropriate assignment). Resit as per University Guidelines
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4. Award Criteria Overall Mark/Grade Basis of Overall Mark/Grade Grade: A: >=70% B: 60-69% C: 50 to 59% D: 40 to 49%E: 30 to 39% Other Requirements Grade: F(less than 30%) = fail
Overall Average Greater than 70% Min 55% 65% or above in a maximum of two courses and greater than 70% in the remainder Minimum 6 taught courses grade C or higher at the discretion of the examiners, maximum of 2 taught courses at grade D and/or grade E. These are counted as discretionary passes and each is equivalent to a resit opportunity. Minimum grade C for the Design Project and grade C for the Individual Project 120 credits
Master (Distinction):
Number of Course Passes Masters: Grade C Diploma and Cert: Grade D 10
Master:
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No taught courses allowed below Grade F
N/A Min 40%, D No taught courses allowed below Grade F
Diploma (Distinction): Diploma:
120 credits
Certificate: 60 credits Min 40%, D 60 credits 5. Course Choice/Dissertation Masters: courses compulsory Diploma and Certificate: choice of courses to reach required credit level Design Project: Field Development Assignment Individual Project: A piece of individual research work or study, which is carried out on campus or in a sponsoring company office or laboratory. 6. Additional Information Residential and ALP’s: Diploma and Certificate are considered exit awards. IDL: students may register on Diploma and transfer on completion of specified number of courses at Masters pass level (Grade C) to MSc
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Programme Description The programme description provides details of aims, outcomes, teaching & learning assessment policies for the programme. 3. School Petroleum engineering
1. Course Code G137, G135, G1D0-PEE
2. Course Title Petroleum Engineering
6. Course Accredited by: IMMM and EI 10. Educational Aims of the Course
7. UCAS Code
4. Type 5. Awards Specialist Institute MSc, PGDip, PGCERT Degree 8. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group(s) 9. Date of Production/Revision Engineering February 2008
The programme aims to develop the skills of numerate science and engineering graduates and professionals to work in the international oil and gas industry to the standard required by the petroleum engineering industry. The programme is structured to expose the students to the international reputation of the teaching and research activities of the Institute of Petroleum Engineering. The programme enables engineers to develop an appreciation of the variety of disciplines associated with petroleum engineering in order to operate in multidisciplinary teams and encourages the development of the personal qualities and professional competencies of petroleum engineers.
11. The Course provides opportunities for learners to achieve the following outcomes:
Subject Mastery
Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills The programme gives the opportunity to develop skills in: fundamental concepts, principles and theories of the main petroleum engineering and geoscience disciplines (reservoir engineering, petroleum geology, drilling engineering, formation evaluation, reservoir simulation, petroleum project economics, production technology) the application of IT to petroleum engineering in terms of design and analysis. the ethics and standards relevant to professional engineering practice and the transfer of problem-solving skills to a variety of contexts integration of theory and practice and application of statistical, scientific and economics skills Scholarship, Enquiry and Research The students are expected to read more deeply into the subjects by referencing materials in their tutorial exercises, field work reports and laboratory exercises. This is important in developing study plans, developing research plans and methods.
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Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial and Professional Practice There is exposure to industry via seminars, visits to companies, attendance at Society of Petroleum Engineers meetings and during the Group Project where students are expected to participate in industry workshops/seminars on technical, environmental and commercial processes. Part of the Individual Project involves an appreciation of the business context of the research work. Autonomy, Accountability and Working with Others The students learn to develop an appreciation of their role in their studies through self study, individual project and team work during the group project. They are responsible for meeting deadlines for submission of work during all activities both as individuals and as teams. Communication, Numeracy and ICT The projects require both written and oral presentations to be made by students and these are the main opportunities to express these skills. The nature of the degree involves demonstration of numerical skills in both analytical form and as part of numerical simulation.
12. Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Course notes are provided as standard for all courses and are reinforced by tutorial sessions. Coursework is used to extend the concepts learned in lectures/notes and to demonstrate use of problem solving skills where required. The course notes come with model exams and answers and several elements of further reading (which are also are posted on Vision and which are being developed further). All of the notes are posted on Vision for access by all students.
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Assessment Policies:
Assessment is based on a combination of examination, project, and coursework. The project work is assessed on written and oral presentations. In the Group Project, part of the assessment is by peer review.
The DL programme necessarily places more emphasis on examination with some courses being assessed 100% by examination. However a dissertation plus a project course ensures that a significant proportion of the assessment is non-examination.
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Aims & Objectives of the course The programme aims and objectives are achieved by the following course descriptors. School Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11RE Semester 1 Credits SCQF Level On or OffCampus On& Off 15
Course Title
Reservoir Engineering
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
AC Todd/J Somerville
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: Understand the rock and fluid properties of a hydrocarbon reservoir Describe the nature of the fluid flow and pressure distribution in a reservoir Understand the effects of production/ injection on recovery of reserves
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Syllabus Introduction to reservoir engineering: Understand the location, formation, fluid content of a hydrocarbon reservoir; understand the definitions of reserves; be aware of the role of reservoir engineering in exploration and development Reservoir pressure and temperature: Formation fluid density and pressure gradient in the reservoir; location of water/oil/gas contacts; use of contacts and pressure gradients to delineate reservoir units; measurement of fluid gradients Reservoir fluids composition: Understanding composition of hydrocarbon fluids; classification systems based on density; simple models of fluid behaviour Phase behaviour of hydrocarbon systems: Define: system, components, phases, equilibrium, intensive and extensive properties; understand relationship between pressure and temperature and phase for single and multi-component systems; define the expected phase changes in a reservoir fluid as it is produced to surface. Behaviour of gasses: Define equation of state wrt a reservoir gas; modify pv=nrt to account for compressibility factor z (pv=znrt); use of pseudo critical values to account for gas mixtures; calculation of gas volumes and gas formation factor; use of equations of state in volume calculations. Properties of reservoir liquids: Definition of black oil and compositional models of reservoir fluid;use of flash and differential liberation to obtain black oil parameters; definition of Bo, Rs, Bg; define gas formation volume factor for a gas condensate; calculation of reservoir fluid viscosity Fundamental properties of reservoir rocks: Definition of porosity and permeability; use of Darcy’s Law to calculate permeability of single phase; definition of interfacial tension; use of capillary pressure to determine saturation changes in reservoir; definition of effective and relative permeability; use of drainage/imbibition curves to characterise reservoir relative permeability; understanding pore doublet model in relation to recovery factors in reservoir fluid systems Fluid flow in porous media: Understand the diffusivity equation in relation to slightly compressible systems; show the main flow regimes that can occur in a reservoir; calculate the steady state, unsteady state and pseudo steady state pressures in a reservoir; apply unsteady state relations to calculate pressure within a reservoir; understand the application of unsteady state techniques to well testing Drive mechanisms: understand the relative compressibilities in a reservoir system; indicate the dominate drive mechanisms for water, gas cap and solution gas drive systems; understand the effects of the drive mechanisms on production through time Vapour-liquid equilibria: Define equilibrium ratio. Derive equations for vapour-liquid equilibrium calculations for real systems and explain the application of the equations; Derive and explain the use of equations to determine the dew point pressure and bubble point pressure of a fluid mixture; Describe in general terms the impact of separator conditions the gas-oil ratio and oil formation volume factor.
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PVT analysis: Describe the scope of PVT analysis; describe the main apparatus used in the experiments; Determine the bubble point pressure from a set of P vs. V relative volume test data; Calculate oil formation volume factors above the bubble point; Determine the total formation volume factors above and below the bubble point; Determine the oil formation volume factors and gas-oil ratios for pressures below the bubble point pressure. Material balance: Present a material balance (MB) equation for a dry gas reservoir with and without water drive; Demonstrate the linear form of the MB equation for a gas reservoir with water drive and comment on its application; Be able to derive the material balance equation including gas cap expansion, water influx and core and water compressibility; Given the equation be able to identify the component parts of the MB equation, eg. gas cap expansion etc.; Comment briefly on the assumptions, significance, use, data and limitations of the MB equation. Natural water influx: Calculate the total water influx resulting from a known aquifer volume in terms of total aquifer compressibility and pressure drop over the aquifer; Sketch and describe the Schiltuis steady state model and the Van Everdingen and Hurst Unsteady State Model for Water; Sketch the progressive pressure profile for a constant boundary pressure; Explain how a constant boundary pressure profile solution can be used for declining pressure aquifer/ reservoir pressure; Calculate given prerequisite equations the water influx as a function of time for a declining pressure profile Immiscible flow: Describe briefly the various benefits of water injection; Present a simple equation for the fractional flow of water in terms of water and oil flow rate; Comment briefly on the impact of ;angle of dip, capillary pressure, and velocity on the fractional flow; Plot a set of relative permeabilties and identify end-point relative permeabilities; Define mobility ratio and present an equation for it and calculate its value given relative permeability data; Generate a fractional flow curve given relative permeability and viscosity data for injected and displaced fluids; Derive the Buckley-Leverett Frontal Advance Equation; Show the shape of the fractional flow curve and its associated derivative curve and the progressive saturation displacement profile
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Subject Cognitive Skills Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand and appreciate the nature of the reservoir and fluids contained calculate the reserves and show the variability in the calculations calculate the steady-state permeability of a reservoir rock understand and calculate the saturation profile in a layered reservoir understand and calculate the unsteady state fluid pressure changes in a reservoir (for the wells and for the aquifer) describe the drive mechanisms, effect on production and the use of material balance as a reservoir tool calculate natural water influx into a reservoir and the immiscible displacement of one fluid by another Industrial, Commercial & Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Personal Professional Practice with Others ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Examination
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11PG 1 Semester Credits 15
Petroleum Geoscience
School
On or OffCampus On& Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
PWM Corbett/G Couples/AR SCQF Level Gardiner None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the geological environment responsible for hydrocarbon formation, migration and storage identify the main characteristics of hydrocarbon-bearing formations estimate the volume of such reservoirs
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Syllabus Introduction to Earth materials, processes, basins and petroleum system: Review of the nature and composition of the Earth; Plate tectonics and sedimentary basins; Principles of stratigraphy; Rock types and their identification. Transport, deposition and deformation processes: Reservoir Seal, Source rock and migration path, Trap, Timing; Understand how depositional process affect texture of sedimentary rocks and the relation with petrophysical properties; common depositional structures and their origin; well (log and core) observations and their relation to a 3-D depositional model; general differences between carbonate and clastic depositional process and environments. Reservoir heterogeneity, architecture, faults seals: Identify the main types of structural features; Identify the characteristics of a structural trap; Main types of faults, and tectonic setting; Fold geometries; Fractures and other localised deformation and the effect on fluid flow characteristics; Fracture patterns associated with folding; Structural features shown in core and on dipmeter/image logs/cross sections and maps; Fault compartmentalisation. Geophysics: Review the basic geophysical concepts as used in the petroleum industry; Applications of seismic data in reservoir description. After studying this Chapter the student should be able to: Main geophysical methods; Wave propagation – P and S waves, alteration at interfaces (reflection/refraction); Seismic method (data gathering and interpretation); Use and limits of seismic in reservoir description. Mapping: Spatial data contouring using manual and mechanical methods; Advantages and disadvantages of computer and manual mapping techniques; Characteristics of computer gridding and manipulation; Identification of "good" and "poor" maps from the type and density of the input data. Correlation: Importance in reservoir development; Definition of a subsurface framework to understand geological relationships between wells; Identification of correlation markers and flow units; Principles of flow unit correlation; Role of different data (e.g. seismic, log, biostratigraphic) and models (sequence stratigraphy) on flow unit correlation; Common misinterpretations in flow unit correlation. Geostatistics, Property evaluation and Volumetrics: Porosity/permeability variations; Relationships between petrophysical properties and geology; Construction of measures of spatial correlation (variograms); Definition of gross/net sand and gross/net pay; Methods to determine gross rock volume; Reserve parameter distributions ;Calculation of volumetric reserves by deterministic and stochastic methods.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Cognitive Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: define basic rock types found in the crust identify the main characteristics of reservoir rocks identify structural features in core, on dipmeter/image logs, on cross sections, maps, and interpreted seismic lines identify correlation markers and flow units describe the formation of a reservoir construct a contour map of spatial data using manual and mechanical understand the geophysical techniques used to locate a reservoir calculate the reservoir volume and uncertainty associated with the data available Industrial, Commercial & Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Personal Professional Practice with Others ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11DE 1 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Drilling engineering School 15
On or OffCampus On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
JT Ford
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the concepts and techniques used in drilling engineering examine the design requirements of well planning and construction optimise the design of a drilling program
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Syllabus Overview of Drilling Operations: To review the processes required to drill wells; to consider the different types of well - exploration, appraisal, development – and their role in the exploration and production of a reservoir; to discuss the resources required in terms of equipment and personnel. Rig Components: To review the functions of a drilling rig – types, locations, capacities, drilling systems. To examine the main systems – power, hoisting, circulation, cleaning. Drillstring: Review the function and design of a drillstring for specific operations; to examine the use of stabilisers and mud motors in achieving deviated drilling; to calculate and design the appropriate components to achieve a deviated well; the use of logging (MWD and LWD) in achieving designed trajectories; review of data capture and analysis for MWD and LWD; Drillbits: To review the characterisation and selection of drill bits for specific formation properties; to assess the longevity of drill bits with reference to industry standards; to compare efficiency of drill bits by reference to cost and specific energy relationships. Formation Pore Pressure and Fracture Gradient: Understanding the generation of pore pressure within sediments; classification of pore pressure relative to hydrostatic pressure; calculation of pore pressure gradient; review of earth stresses and rock mechanical properties of sediments; calculation of fracture gradient; use of pore and fracture gradients to determine suitable casing setting depths. Well Control: Design and use of casing in production and injection wells; design of cementing – primary and secondary; design of mud system and appropriate mud weight for specific designs; review of BOP’s in drilling and their function in well control. Drilling Fluids: Review of types of fluids; design requirements of drilling mud – hole cleaning, bit cooling, formation stabilisation; chemical interaction of drilling fluids and sediments; remedial operations to counteract blowouts and kicks; design of bit hydraulics and calculation of fluid power requirements.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand and appreciate the mechanism of well drilling calculate the deviation required to reach a specific reservoir target and design the well path understand drillstring hydraulics and produce a suitable bottomhole assembly design for each hole section produce a casing design for a well understand and be able to calculate mud densities to overcome an unexpected well influx (kick) and to design a circulation method to return to safe operation design a cementing operation Industrial, Commercial & Professional Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Communication, Personal Practice Others Numeracy & ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 100%
Synoptic courses?
Re-assessment Methods Method Examination
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11FE 1 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Formation Evaluation
School
On or OffCampus 15
On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
TBC
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
No x Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Geoscience for Subsurface Exploration Appraisal and Development
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: Understand the concept of formation evaluation and well logging Understand the physical principles of the tools used in logging Characterise the formation based on interpretation of well logs
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Syllabus Introduction to formation evaluation: Definition of formation evaluation and logging techniques; Logging operation: tools and techniques; Principles of Logging Measurements; Principles of Depth Correlation; Interpretation process. Fundamentals of log interpretation: Correlation and Depth Matching; Interpretation of Lithology; Identification of Permeable and NonPermeable Zones; Formation Zonation; Porosity Determination; Saturation Determination. Basic logging tools: Gamma Ray (GR) Tool; Spontaneous Potential (SP)Tool; Density Logging Tool; Resistivity Logging Tools; Induction and microresistivity logging tools. Porosity tools and how to compute porosity: Acoustic Log (Wyllie time-average equation); Effects of hydrocarbon, shales, carbonates and uncompacted sands on the acoustic log; Density Log; Density of some common minerals, water, oil and gas; Minerals whose density cannot be read directly from the density log; Effect of temperature, pressure and salinity on the density of water; Effects of hydrocarbon, shales and pressure on the density log; Neutron Log; conditions of use and errors; Correlations used to derive porosity; Effects of hydrocarbons and shale on log. Lithology and porosity in complex formations: Porosity of a mixed lithology rock; Mixed lithology models; Deriving porosity from a neutron-density crossplot, sonic-density crossplot, sonic-neutron crossplot, density-Pe crossplot; Technique and assumptions used for deriving minerals from an NGS crossplot; Effect of shaliness, secondary porosity and hydrocarbons on crossplots; Use of M-N plot to derive mineral content; Use of a MID plot to derive mineral content. Saturation determination: Use of Archie equation; formation resistivity factor; potential errors in Archie equation; saturation from a crossplot of resistivity logs and porosity logs; Saturation determination from Rwa, logarithmic overlays, from Ro overlay and F overlay, from Resistivity Ratio Methods; Describe the Impact of Shale on the determination of saturation. Shaley sand interpretation: Effect of shale on saturation determination; Laminated sand-shale models, the Dispersed Shale Model and the total shale model.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Understand the properties of rocks and fluids that produce characteristic signals Read and interpret a well log Analyse the data and correct for environmental factors. Interpret the log to discern porosity, water saturation, lithology, hydrocabon content Synthesise the interpretations of several logs and produce a consistent interpretation of the reservoir Account for the effect of shale in the reservoir Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Industrial, Commercial & Professional Personal with Others Numeracy & ICT Practice Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to present and interpret log information apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 100%
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
2 times 2 hrs
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11WT 2 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Reservoir Engineering – Well Test Analysis School 15
On or OffCampus
On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
Shiyi Zheng
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Replacement: Sept 2008 MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the diffusivity equation and the derivation of analytical solutions related to reservoir features (wells, fractures, aquifers) use the analytical solutions to describe fluid flow in a reservoir calculate reservoir permeability in simple and complex reservoir geometries
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Syllabus Introduction to well testing: Reservoir depletion and the application of reservoir limit testing; Generalised form of the radial inflow equation; Dietz shape Factors; Reservoir damage or improvement and Skin factor; Brons and Marting pseudo-skin; Hawkins equation and effects of well bore damage skins and flow convergence pseudo-skins; critical flow rate required to induce water or gas coning in a reservoir with an aquifer or gas cap; negative skins in deviated wells; effective well bore radius and negative pseudo-skin; arithmetic average in calculating equivalent permeabilities for layered systems; Effects of perforations on well production. Pressure Transient Analysis: Objectives of exploration well testing; Derivation of Diffusivity Equation for radial inflow; Dimensionless versions of the linear D.E.; Linearised radial flow equation for the line source boundary condition; Logarithmic approximation to the exponential integral solution of the line source. Solution; Principle of superposition and its application to the specific case of build up testing i.e. The Horner time function; Construction of semi-log plots for basic ideal data sets and solve for basic reservoir parameters. kh, skin. Late time boundary and depletion effects: Geological features which present themselves as no-flow boundaries;Iimportance of fault detection by pressure analysis; method of images and state the solution to the diffusivity equation for the system; Relationship between the logarithmic approximation and the semilog plot for MTR and LTR; Distance to boundaries; Identify the five basic elementary fault models log-log diagnostic plot and be able to use derivative type curves; Relationship between the ratio of the slopes of the MTR and LTR on the semilog plot and the angle of intersection of faults; Identification parallel faults. Distributed Pressure Measurements: RFT tool; analysis of a pretest record; Supercharging and supercharging index; RFT data presentation; Benefit of the new generation MDT device. Exploration Applications of Distributed Pressure Measurements: Nature of an unproduced reservoir at gravity-capillary equilibrium; RFT gradient intersection coincide with the free water level; Paleo-contacts and the concept of residual oil; RFT indication of water gradient in a trapped oil zone; Detection of tar mats; Effect of oil wet rock on an RFT survey; Geological significance of a perched contact and its recognition on an RFT survey; Tilted contacts and dynamic aquifer effects. Field Development Applications of Distributed Pressure Measurements: Problem of discrimination of supercharged points; Effect of vertical component of flow on the pressure gradient; Theory of single phase flow; Interpretation of gradients in simple multiphase flow situations; Vertical pressure equilibrium; Partially communicating faults and inter-block PIs; Relation between fault multipliers in a simulator and intrinsic fault transmissibility indices; Use of compartmentalised material balance for RFT interpretation; Importance of production logging data as a complement to RFT data. Reservoir Management: Production logging surveys; Integration of well test and core analysis studies with PLT surveys; Importance of the reservoir monitoring; Understand the selective inflow performance (SIP) technique; sign of in-fill drilling of injection wells.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: derive diffusivity equation perform drawdown and buildup analyses using analytical solutions calculate and account for wellbore storage in well test analysis use type curves in well test analysis understand characteristics of variable flowrate methods and effects of boundaries on analysis interpret production log surveys Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Industrial, Commercial & Professional Personal with Others Numeracy & ICT Practice Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to present and interpret well test data apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 80% 100% 20%
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination Examination (IDL) Coursework
3
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11RS 2 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Reservoir Simulation
School
On or OffCampus 15
On & Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
K Sorbie
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: develop an understanding of the role of simulation in reservoir engineering to gain insight into the value of simulation to provide the appropriate numerical techniques to enhance hydrocarbon recovery
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Syllabus Introduction: Description of a simulation model; Simplifications and issues that arise in going from the description of a real reservoir to a reservoir simulation model; Description or reason and circumstances simple or complex reservoir models are required to model reservoir processes; Input data is required; Typical outputs of reservoir simulations and their use in reservoir development. Basic concepts in reservoir engineering: Material balance equation for an undersaturated oil reservoir; Conditions under which the material balance equations are valid; Single and two-phase Darcy Law in one dimension (1D); Gradient and divergence operators as they apply to the generalised (2D and 3D) Darcy Law; Permeability as a tensor quantity; 2D and 3D Darcy Law with permeability as a full tensor Reservoir simulation model set-up: Simulation Input – issues to be addressed by simulation,input data required, format of data; Simulation Output - output of calculations, quality check output data to check for errors in input, post-processing analysis; Analysis of Results - identify impact of reservoir engineering principles in calculation performed, Identify numerical effects and impact of grid block size and orientation on results, erform simple upscaling calculation to address numerical diffusion. Gridding and well modelling: Concept of gridding and of spatial and temporal discretisation; types of grid in 1D, 2D and 3D used in reservoir simulation; numerical dispersion and grid orientation and the solution to these numerical problems; local grid refinement (LGR), distorted, PEBI and corner point grids; grid fineness/coarseness; streamline simulation; well models and productivity index (PI); average grid block pressure and Peaceman formula; concept of multi-phase flow to calculate PIw and PIo. Flow equations: Physics of single phase compressible flow through porous media; equation for single phase compressible flow (PDE); linearization of PDE for slightly compressible flow involving the hydraulic diffusivity; extension of the single phase pressure equation to 2D; conservation + Darcy’s law in the two phase case to arrive at the two phase flow equations for compressible fluids and rock. Numerical methods in reservoir simulation: Simple finite difference expressions for derivatives, (∂P/∂x), (∂P/∂t) and (∂2P/∂x2); forward difference, the backward difference and the central difference and the order of the error associated with each; apply finite difference approximations to a simple partial differential equation (PDE); explicit and an implicit numerical scheme; implicit finite difference scheme applied to a simple linear PDE leading to a set of linear equations which are tridiagonal in 1D and pentadiagonal in 2D; structure of the pentadiagonal A-matrix in 2D for a given numbering scheme going from (i, j) notation to m-notation where m is an ordered numbering; solution strategy for the non-linear single phase 2D pressure equation where the fluid and rock compressibility are pressure dependent; discretised form of both the pressure and saturation equation for two-phase flow; IMPES solution strategy for the discretised two-phase flow equations. Permeability upscaling: Reason for upscaling; calculation ofeffective permeability in simple models by averaging; numerical upscaling of single-phase flow; effects of heterogeneity on two-phase flow; limitations of applying single-phase upscaling to a two-phase problem; steady-state, capillary-equilibrium upscaling for two-phase flow; 2-phase dynamic upscaling (the Kyte and Berry Method); upscaling around a well; upscaling from the core-scale to the scale of a geological model, taking account of fine-scale structure and capillary effects.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Appreciation of the use, application and impact of reservoir simulation in reservoir engineering Fundamentals of single phase compressible flow Fundamentals of 2 phase flow Principles of numerical flow simulation Concepts and techniques of upscaling and pseudoisation Common errors of reservoir simulation Industrial, Commercial & Professional Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Personal Practice with Others ICT Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to present and interpret well test data apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Synoptic courses? Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 80% 100% 20%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Examination Examination (IDL) Coursework
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11PE 2 Semester Credits 15 SCQF Level
Petroleum Economics
School
On or OffCampus On& Off
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
J Fennema
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement No Availability as an Elective x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: understand the economic concepts involved in project evaluation understand the value of investments as defined within a fiscal system evaluate risks associated with economic decisions
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Syllabus Introduction: General financial aspects of the petroleum industry; nature and evolution of demand for oil; evolution of oil supply; role of the National Oil Company versus International oil company; financial parameters or statistics reflecting performance of a petroleum company; principal sectors of petroleum activity. Evaluation methods: Definition of an asset; Evaluation concepts and objectives; Book value and depreciation; Market value and models; Cash flow concept - “capex” and “opex”; Cash flow models. Time value of money: Time Value; Compound Interest; Discounting; present value of a single cash flow; Annuities; Price Inflation - Money of the day; Real terms, constant money, 2000 terms; Purchasing power; Conversion of money of the day to real terms and vice versa. Project parameters: Cash Flow Modelling - project screening and ranking, Maximum capital outlay, Payback period, Terminal cash surplus, Profit to investment ratio (undiscounted); Discounted Measures of Value; Net Present Value (NPV) from project cash flows; Annual Capital Charge (ACC); Internal Rate of Return (IRR); NPV and IRR for acceleration projects; NPV, NPVI and IRR as screening criteria; NPV, NPVI and IRR as ranking criteria. Government: Importance of petroleum to government; Resource Ownership; United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea; Petroleum licensing; forms of licensing agreement; Petroleum Development and government concerns; definition of “good oilfield practice”; purpose of a field development programme; flaring of methane; reservoir unitisation and describe its conceptual evolution; field abandonment; Taxation - petroleum revenues; tax-reference price; corporate taxation of project - stand-alone and consolidated economic models; progressive and regressive taxes. Sources of uncertainty and risk: Geology - concept of exploration success; Facilities – problems encountered in subsurface and surface; environmental issues pertaining to oilfield development; human failure; Government – imposition of changes to project;Describe an example of such a process; taxation policy and investment decisions; concept and implications of demand elasticity; function of spot markets and marker crudes; oil price uncertainty; market for gas; gas sales contract; gas pricing; exchange rate variation and influence on project economics; risk associated with borrowing money; Partners – risks associated with partnerships. Risk Management: Sources of information to reduce uncertainty; transferring risk – financial instruments and commodity trading; Diversification; joint ventures; scenario planning; relevant information in the context of decision-making; Simple Decision Methods; sensitivity analysis; spider diagram; Monte Carlo and Latin Hypercube sampling; Mathematical Expectation; Binomial probability Function to calculate expected value; Preference Theory; Decision Trees and value of information.
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand the financial system within which project decisions are made calculate net present value, internal rate of return for a project use statistical techniques to assess risk associated with development of oil and gas fields be able to make economic decisions based on calculated risks Autonomy, Accountability & Working Communication, Numeracy & Industrial, Commercial & Professional Personal with Others ICT Practice Abilities In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools to make project viability and ranking decisions apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems provide constructive feedback to teaching staff Re-assessment Methods Method Examination
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100%
(if applicable)
Duration of Exam 3
Synoptic courses?
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Examination
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11PT 2 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Production Technology
School
On or OffCampus On & Off 15
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
DR Davies
None
Linked Courses None (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses None RAY replacement Availability as an Elective No x
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Yes Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement: MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDipPg/Cert in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management MSc. Management of the Oil and Gas Industry
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: identify the major components of the production system consider the options available to efficiently complete a well understand and apply the theory behind Reservoir – Well – Facility flow modelling examine the techniques available to enhance production from both reservoir and well design appropriate procedures to ensure optimal initial production understand the process of delivering and treating reservoir and injection fluid at the surface
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Syllabus Introduction: Role of production engineer; review of wellbore/reservoir connection and implications for fluid flow Well performance: PI for oil and gas wells in steady state flow; concepts of flow in pipes and impact of pressure loss components; hydrostatic head and functional pressure loss gradients for oil, gas, vertical and inclined wells; multi-phase flow patterns in vertical, inclined and horizontal pipes; physical property variation in flow up the wellbore for single phase gas and oil flow and for multi-phase flow; slip and hold up and appreciate impact on flow efficiency and tubing sizing; gradient curves concepts; flowing bottom hole pressure based on assumed tubing head pressures and the intake curve of flowing bottomhole pressure versus rate. Well completions: Evaluate bottom hole completion options; geometrical configurations for drilled wellbores for both production and injection applications; generic operating principles for major completion equipment components; Tubing for production / injection; Wellheads; Xmas trees; Packers; Seal assemblies; Subsurface safety valves; Nipple profiles; Flow control and circulation devices; packer selection. Perforating: options and advantages/disadvantages for perforating oil and gas wells; over balance and under balanced perforating; charge design and factors that influence performance; effect of completion and work over operations Advanced Wells: development of advanced wells; improvement in productivity; advantages compared to traditional wells; multilateral wells Artificial Lift: Explain the importance of Artificial Lift (AL) for world oil production; selection of AL based on ranking criteria; electric submersible pump; beam pump; fluid driven hydraulic pumps (Explain the mode of operation of the(i) Jet pump;(ii) Weir Multiphase pump;(iii) Hydraulic pump); progressive cavity pump Gas Lift: Describe the gas lift process; Identification of application areas/advantages for gas lift; well unloading process; gas lift hardware components; gas lift completion design; intermittent gas lift and plunger lift processes. Formation Damage: formation damage and poor well performance; major sources of formation damage; appropriate remedial treatments; production related formation damage; scale, wax, asphaltene deposition; scale inhibitors; perforating damage Matrix Acidising: Types of matrix stimulation techniques; primary chemical reactions in sandstone and carbonate acidising. Acid selection; Additives; Acidising treatment design Hydraulic Fracturing: Productivity Increase Factor (PIF) achievable by HF; role of Rock Mechanics in supplying basic design data for an HF treatment; Fracture Propagation Pressure Record analysis to derive basic design data; Fracture Propagation Models; Hydraulic Fracture geometry (fracture shape and length); Hydraulic Fracture Treatment Design Procedure; Hydraulic Fracturing Treatment operation Sand Control: Decision to install sand control during the original completion design; definition of sand problem in the field; Surface equipment/operations to cope with sand production; sand control options; liner/screen design; gravel pack design; Field Development Concepts & Fluid Processing: design and operation of the production facilities; outline production process scheme; components and operation of a 3 phase separator; fiscal measurement of produced cride oil; pipeline “pigging” operation; gas handling facility - NGL separation and stabilisation, gas dehydration and sweetening, chemical composition of formation water; operational problems (scale, corrosion, etc); oily water treatment; disposal options; source of injection water and surface preparation
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Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Cognitive Skills Subject Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: understand and appreciate the production system from reservoir to surface design suitable bottomhole completions systems understand the design principles of different perforation systems design an artificial lift system based on pumping and gas lifting techniques assess the degree of formation damage present in a formation design acidising and hydraulic fracturing treatments understand and be able to select appropriate methods to enable sand control understand the processes and equipment used in produced water handling Personal Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Communication, Numeracy Industrial, Commercial & Others & ICT Abilities Professional Practice In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
be aware of the importance of time management; develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources; develop their skills in problem solving use/ be aware of appropriate IT tools and design charts to design reservoir inflow and lift performance an ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems. provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.
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Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) Synoptic courses?
(if applicable) (if applicable)
Duration of Exam
Re-assessment Methods Method
Duration of Exam
Full Time residential/ALP where appropriate Examination 3 80% Examination 3 Coursework 20% IDL and ALP where appropriate Examination 3 100% Examination 3 Note: Those centres where IT facilities exist (and by approval of the L&T committee), students will submit coursework. Credit will be given for this as above at 20% of the course mark. For IDL students and students at centres where the L&T committee are not satisfied that adequate IT resources are available, they will not be asked to submit coursework. They will receive the equivalent learning material in the form of a tutorial, and this learning will be assessed in the exam.
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 Course Code G11DP 3 Semester Credits SCQF Level
Design Project
School
On or OffCampus On& Off 30
Course Co-ordinator Pre-requisites
Dr Rink Van Djike
None
Linked Courses (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No x
None
None
Replacement Course
Code:
Degrees for which this is a core course
Date Of Sept 2008 Replacement : MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management MSc/PgDip in Renewable Energy Development
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: build on the taught course learning outcomes to conduct a design project as a team to produce a field development plan/ design for an energy system
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Syllabus Introduction to problem and definition of objectives: Definition of problem; statement of context (technical and economic); resources required; development of work plan to achieve aims and objectives; completion of safety and ethical considerations; schedule of work; team allocations and responsibilities Data Gathering: Development of framework within which to set work; Description of relevant resources to be accessed; review of data and quality control; presentation to group for analysis Analysis/experiment/simulation to be conducted to meet objectives: Generation of work plan to cover relevant work; assessment of resources required for each section; familiarisation with operational requirements of resource; conduct work; reporting of findings to group for review Analysis of results, conclusions, recommendations and presentation of work: Compilation of findings from work conducted; critical review of analysis, errors, variations in results; comparison with published results; conclusions drawn from work and development plan submitted; preparation and submission of report and associated audio/visual presentations as required Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning) Subject Skills Mastery On completion of the course, the student should be able to: review context of their skills in a group environment use technical resources appropriate to the problem perform relevant calculations/design work/experimentation to produce a development plan report findings technically in form of written structured report and oral technical presentation
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Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial & Professional Autonomy, Accountability & Working with Practice Others In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to: Communication, Numeracy & ICT
be aware of the importance of time management; integrate skills of different Petroleum Engineering disciplines appreciate the need for communication in team working situations develop and present a cohesive written and oral report on the findings generated by the team members be aware of the standard required of technical reports in the industry be aware of the nature of negotiation between parties (such as use of competitors' facilities)
Assessment Methods Method Weighting (%) 100% Synoptic courses?
Duration of Exam
Re-assessment Methods Method Resubmission if allowed
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
(if applicable)
Report (written and oral presentation if required)
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Course Title Petroleum Engineering 11 G11IP 3 Course Code Semester Credits 30 SCQF Level
Individual Project
School
On or OffCampus On& Off
Course Co-ordinator
J Somerville and IPE staff
Pre-requisites
None
Linked Courses (specify if synoptic) Excluded Courses RAY replacement Yes Availability as an Elective No
None
None x
Replacement Course
Code:
Date Of Replacement: Sept 2008
Degrees for which this is a core course
MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering MSc/PgDip in Reservoir Evaluation and Management MSc/PgDip in Geoscience for Subsurface Exploration Appraisal and Development MSc/PgDip in Petroleum Engineering with Project Management MSc/PgDip in Renewable Energy Development MSc/PgDip in Marine resource Management
Aims The overall aim of this course is to: develop a greater understanding of a specific petroleum engineering problem determine the limits of applicability of the proposed solution relate the project findings in a succinct, technical manner
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Syllabus Introduction to problem and definition of objectives: Definition of problem; statement of context (technical and economic); resources required; development of work plan to achieve aims and objectives; completion of safety and ethical considerations; schedule of work Literature review: Development of framework within which to set work; Description of relevant resources to be accessed; critical review of relevant literature; development of argument to support project work Analysis/experiment/simulation to be conducted to meet objectives: Generation of work plan to cover relevant work; assessment of resources required for each section; familiarisation with operational requirements of resource; conduct work plan; reporting of findings to supervisors/ peers for review Analysis of results, conclusions, recommendations and presentation of work: Compilation of findings from research work conducted; critical review of techniques, errors, variations in results; comparison with published work of others; conclusions drawn from work and recommendations; preparation and submission of thesis and associated audio/visual presentations as required
Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness) Understanding, Knowledge and Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Cognitive Skills Learning) Subject Mastery
On completion of the course, the student should be able to: Critically appraise a problem and devise an appropriate strategy to investigate it use technical resources appropriate to the problem perform relevant calculations/design work/experimentation to test proposed solution report findings technically in form of written structured report and oral technical presentation write a technical paper
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Personal Abilities
Autonomy, Accountability & Working Industrial, Commercial & with Others Professional Practice In this course, students will be explicitly encouraged to:
Communication, Numeracy & ICT
be aware of the importance of time management; develop their personal skills, including an awareness of both traditional and internet-based information sources; develop their skills in problem solving use appropriate IT tools and experimental equipment an ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems. develop presentation skills
Assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Weighting (%) 100%
Synoptic courses?
Re-assessment Methods Method Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
Thesis (written and oral presentation if required)
Resubmission if allowed
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PART B – UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
The Academic Registry is responsible for producing Part B of the handbook to provide information and assistance on University policies and support services. Kathy Patterson is the Academic Registrar and Deputy Secretary. Students should contact the appropriate School/Institute in the first instance for any academic query or assistance. However, any queries relating to Part B should be directed to Miss Jenny Tough, Administrative Officer, Academic Registry, and this will be directed to the relevant staff. Email: [email protected] Tel: + 44 (0)131 451 3292 Please note that any references to the Campus or School Office contained within Part B apply to the Dubai Campus. 1 1.1 Academic Support Mentoring Each student studying on a Heriot-Watt University course at the Campus will be assigned to a member of staff who will act as their mentor. Mentors can be consulted on all aspects of work, study and other areas of student life. Mentoring is a significant way for Heriot-Watt University to ensure that students studying at the Campus receive the support and guidance that they need. The development of a good working relationship between mentor and mentee (the student) is essential for this to be achieved and all students are encouraged to engage with their mentors through regular meetings scheduled in advance. It is important that both student and mentor ensure that they are available for scheduled appointments. Mentors can provide constructive feedback on academic performance from the outset of study and authoritative guidance on academic progression. Examples of the support that mentors will typically provide to students might include: acting as first point of contact where students require advice on academic and non-academic issues directing students to further sources of information and advice within the Campus and the University monitoring students’ academic progress helping students to build a holistic view of how their University career is developing.
At all times students should keep their mentors informed of any changes in circumstances which may affect their academic progress. Where mentors are unable to resolve problems directly with a student, referrals to staff within the University’s Student Support Services may be recommended, a list of which appears within this handbook.
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For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/careers/mentor.php http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm http://www.hw.ac.uk/quality/studentsupport.htm 1.2 Professional Development Planning Professional Development Planning (PDP) is a structured process to help students to reflect upon their own learning, performance and achievements. It has been designed to support the planning of a student’s personal, educational and career development. At Heriot-Watt University, (with the assistance of the Careers Advisory Service at the Edinburgh Campus) PDP is gradually being introduced to all study programmes and this will include those delivered at the Campus. PDP involves a process of thinking about what stage of development a student is currently at, where their interests lie, what their strengths are and what improvements they would like to achieve in order to get to where they want to be using the learning opportunities available to them. The ability to reflect on their achievements in areas of personal, academic and career development is an important precursor to planning the next step ahead. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/careers/pdp/index.php 1.3 Student Feedback There are a range of options open to students to communicate their views on programmes and courses to members of academic staff. Questionnaires are regularly issued for students to complete at the end of each programme, allowing students to give feedback on the quality of the programme and teaching. Students will also receive regular opportunities to speak with staff informally about any concerns or issues that they are facing and staff will always endeavour to resolve issues directly or will provide further guidance and suggestions for students to follow themselves. A system of student class representatives has been organised for the Campus. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/quality/studentfeedback.htm 2 2.1 Enrolment, Attendance and Periods of Study Enrolment Each student studying on a Heriot-Watt University programme or course is required to enrol with the University at the start of their programme and at the start of each subsequent Academic Year. Students will be advised of enrolment arrangements prior to the start of each Academic Year. Students who fail to enrol with the University, at each stage of their programme, will be compulsorily withdrawn from the University.
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Please refer to the Dubai Enrolment and Finance Information Handbook for further details. 2.2 Student Identity Cards Following enrolment, students will be issued with a Student Identity Card for the duration of their study – it is essential that this card is kept in a safe place. All students are advised that they are required to show their Student Identity Card to an authorised person on the following occasions: - at an examination - on request by any officer of the University - for use of library and computing services - on any other occasion for good cause. 2.3 Amendment to Registration If a new undergraduate or postgraduate student wishes to amend their: - attendance level (full-time, part-time, etc.) - study method (on-campus, distance learning, etc.) providing the student has not enrolled, he/she should contact Recruitment and Admissions, contact details are provided below. If enrolment has taken place, or if the student is a returning student, an application should be made and an ‘Amendment to Registration’ form completed and submitted to the appropriate School/Institute Course Director. The form should be directed to the Dubai Student Services Office, where it will then be forwarded to the appropriate School for consideration in the first instance. Please refer to the following to download the Form: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm The Amendment to Enrolment form can also be used in the following circumstances: - to apply for an extension to period of study (not exceeding one additional year from date of first enrolment). - to apply for Suspension of Studies (for further information, please refer to Section 8 for further details. 2.4 Attendance Students are required to attend all lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions. Class work must be completed satisfactorily and examinations taken as prescribed for the programme of study. A student who does not meet the requirements for attendance or performance, or both, for a particular course may not be permitted to sit the examination for that course and may also be required to withdraw from the University if problems persist. The University has introduced a new policy on Student Attendance which also contains guidance on Compulsory Withdrawal in cases where a student’s attendance falls below acceptable standards. Students are encouraged to review the Policy on Student Attendance and the accompanying Withdrawal Procedures, which may be accessed at the following web link: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/studentattendancepolicy.pdf
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Where a student is unable to attend classes or perform work for four working days or less because of illness or accident, a self-certification form should be submitted. These are available from the Campus Office. For a period of illness of five or more working days the student must provide the Campus Office with a medical certificate signed by an authorised medical practitioner(medical doctor). Medical certificates should be provided to the appropriate member of staff within the Campus Office who will ensure that the relevant course co-ordinators are informed. A medical certificate is also required if the performance of a student has been affected by illness or if a student is prevented from sitting an examination through illness or accident, irrespective of the total length of the absence. Students who experience any difficulties with their studies due to illness or for any other reason are encouraged to talk to a member of staff about their situation, preferably their mentor, their course director or any member of staff whom the student feels is best able to support them. Members of staff will do their best to help students who are having problems but can only do so if they are aware of the situation. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 1 – General Regulation, paragraph 6 Regulation 3 (new) – Modular First Degrees, paragraph 11 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 12 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 12 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraph 12 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 2.5 Student Personal Information In accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, Heriot-Watt University is registered as the Data Controller for personal data that is held about students. The University will process student personal data in accordance with the University Data Protection Policy, the UK Data Protection Act 1998 and other applicable laws. For further information, please refer to the Student Data Collection Notice and the Student Personal Data Statement at: www.hw.ac.uk/students/data_protection_policy.pdf 2.6 Change of Address Students will be able to update their address, during the online enrolment process or through our new student self-service system. It is very important that students update addresses as soon as possible. Failure to do so may lead to important information being misdirected, such as assessment results.
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Periods of Study Students are normally expected to follow the recommended periods of study as described within the University’s Regulations. Students may extend this period of study up to a maximum period, again as described in the University’s Regulations. These time periods are as follows: Recommended period UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS Graduate Certificate (f/t) 6 months Graduate Certificate (p/t) Graduate Diploma (f/t) Graduate Diploma (p/t) Undergraduate Degree (Ord.) (f/t) Undergraduate Degree (Ord.) (p/t) Undergraduate Degree (Hons.) (f/t) Undergraduate Degree (Hons.) (p/t) Undergraduate Masters Degree (f/t) Undergraduate Masters Degree (p/t) Type of Award being studied 12 months 9 months 15 months 3 years 4 years 5 years Type of Award being studied Maximum Period* 2 years 4 years 2 years 4 years 4 years Up to 10 years 5 years Up to 10 years 6 years Up to 10 years Maximum Period* 2 years 4 years 2 years 4 years 2 years 7 years
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POSTGRADUATE AWARDS Postgraduate Certificate (f/t) 6 months Postgraduate Certificate (p/t) 12 months Postgraduate Diploma (f/t) Postgraduate Diploma (p/t) Postgraduate Masters Degree (f/t) Postgraduate Masters Degree (p/t) 9 months 15 months 1 year 2 years
*Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies Committees, acting on behalf of Senate, can extend these periods in extraordinary circumstances. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Modular First Degrees, paragraph 6 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 10 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 10 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraph 10 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Accreditation of Prior Learning Students may be able to obtain accreditation of prior learning for undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes of study through submission of acceptable evidence. The criteria for admission and exemption based on accreditation of prior learning shall be as specified in the programme structure for each programme of study. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 46 – Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL): http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Guidance on Assessment Common Assessment and Progression System (CAPS) The University operates an integrated Common Assessment and Progression System (CAPS) for all students. The main features of this system include a common allocation of course results in the form of grades and clear assessment, reassessment and progression guidelines. The web link below refers to separate information for undergraduate and postgraduate students. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/policies.htm
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Submission of Assessment Assessed coursework for all degree programmes must be submitted by the stated deadline. Students will be informed of this by a member of the Campus Office staff. Work submitted by students will be recorded and logged by the Campus Office. Students are strongly advised to retain a copy of their submitted work as well as any other documentation. Extension to Assessment Deadlines Assessed work submitted after the due date may be subject to a penalty (reduction in marks) being applied. The work should be submitted to the Campus Office together with any medical certificates or supporting documentation outlining the reasons for the late submission. Students are strongly advised to retain a copy of their assessed work and all supporting documentation. All late submissions will be reviewed by the relevant Assessment Board, along with any supporting documentation. The Board will have the option to adjust the mark and to reduce the penalty in the light of the circumstances. The Board has absolute discretion in this matter and the outcome will be notified to students only after the meeting of the Board.
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Non-Submission of Assessments Students should inform the Campus Office if they are unable to submit assessed work for any reason. The student will be asked to supply any medical certificates or supporting documentation relating to the non-submission where relevant.
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Examination and Re-assessment Procedures Examinations Full-time students in attendance at the University are entered automatically, without fee, for the first opportunity of examination of courses for which they are enrolled. It is important that students ensure that they have notified any change in course to the Campus Office no later than the end of Week 3 of the relevant semester. Failure to notify the Campus Office of a change in course may lead to a fine being imposed and a delay in notification of examination results. Please note that the University may prevent a student taking an assessment if University fees and/or charges are outstanding. Please refer to the Policy on Student Fees and Charges and Ordinance 2 – Fees, Charges, Fines and Debts. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/policy/student_fees.pdf http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/ordinances.pdf
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Re-assessment Students will be formally notified of any re-sit requirements and opportunities when their progression decision and final grades are made available at the end of the Academic Year. The Academic Registry will mail a Re-assessment Application Form to those students who have not gained the minimum grade requirements for progression. It is therefore important that students maintain up to date contact details (including address) with the Campus Office who will liaise with the Edinburgh Campus to ensure that the student record is updated. A fee must be paid for each reassessment. Students must register and pay the appropriate fee to Academic Registry. This includes re-sit examinations, resubmission of assessed work or project work and any remedial work. Students should check what form the re-assessment takes and note the relevant examination diet. Students should refer to the Re-assessment Application Form for the relevant fee and deadline date for application. See also section on Student Fees and Charges below for details. Normally re-sit examinations must be taken as arranged in the location of the campus at which the student studies. However, in exceptional circumstances, the University may consider applications from students to re-sit examinations at alternative locations. It should be noted that ALL expenses incurred by the University in arranging this are required to be met by the student, which may be extensive in some cases. If a student has been involved in a disciplinary matter relating to examinations or assessments, they may only undertake re-assessment at their campus location. For further information and Re-assessment Application Forms, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examinations/reassessmentprocedures.htm
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Examination Diets The normal schedule for undergraduate examination diets is as follows: Semester 1 December Diet Semester 2 Spring Diet Autumn Re-sit Diet 6-17 December 2010 25 April-20 May 2011 4–12 August 2011
The dates for postgraduate examination diets are determined by the School and students should contact a member of staff in the School at the Campus for details of their examination diets. Whilst the University makes every effort to accommodate practice in countries across the world, there may be occasions when this is not possible. Please note that postgraduate examinations may be scheduled on Fridays at the Dubai Campus. In exceptional cases, some undergraduate examinations may also be scheduled on Fridays. Examinations can be scheduled up to, and include, the last day of each assessment period. In some cases, postgraduate examinations are scheduled during vacations. Therefore, students are strongly advised to take note of examination dates in assessment and re-assessment blocks before making any travel arrangements which take them away from the Campus in order to avoid any unnecessary problems. 4.4 Examination Timetables Examination timetables are prepared by the Academic Registry and will be made available on the Academic Registry website by the following dates: December diet Spring diet (final year students) Spring diet (continuing students) Re-sit diet 31 October 28 February 12 March 24 July
The examination timetables are published on the Student Notice Boards at the Campus according to the above timescales and students must check these timetables carefully as it is their responsibility to ensure that they have the correct time and location for any examinations that they are sitting. Draft timetables are posted a week prior to these dates (or two weeks prior to the Spring diet timetables). All timetables are published subject to necessary alteration. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examinations/timetable.htm 4.5 Assessment Results Provisional results are not normally made available after the examination diet as they are subject to ratification. However, students may receive feedback on their performance via their mentor or course leader. Examination results will normally be posted on an appropriate notice board within the Campus. Where results are displayed on Campus Office notice boards they will be presented in order of student number only. A letter confirming results and decisions on students’ performance in each course by grade, and giving a progression decision (for example, Re-assessment, Pass58
Proceed, etc.) are sent out by the Academic Registry at the end of the academic year and following re-sits where these are required. Any direct communication of examination results will be done face-to-face with staff and students only. 4.6 Discretionary Credits - Undergraduate In cases where an undergraduate student has satisfied the overall requirements for the programme or for progression to the next stage of the programme, but does not have the required number of credit points, the Progression Board may award 'discretionary credits', granted in a maximum of two courses or 30 credits, so that the student is eligible to receive the final award or to progress to the next stage. ‘Discretionary credits’ are not given automatically to students who do not have sufficient credit points, but are applied only after consideration by the Progression Board. For further information on this issue please refer to: Regulation 3 – Modular First Degrees, paragraph 23 available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 4.7 Discretionary Credits - Postgraduate Postgraduate students who have satisfied the overall requirements for their programme, but do not have sufficient credit points with respect to the final award may be awarded 'discretionary credits' in a maximum of one taught course in order to be eligible for award. 'Discretionary credits' are not given automatically to students who do not have sufficient credit points for the award, but are applied only after consideration by the examiners. For further information on this issue please refer to: Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 20 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 20 Regulation 48 – Higher Degree of Master (Taught), paragraph 21 available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 4.8 Use of Calculators and Dictionaries in Examinations Calculators Where a calculator is required for the completion of the examination, a candidate shall use either a standard calculator as prescribed by the University or a nonstandard calculator as approved by the Head of Dubai Campus, in liaison with the relevant School at the Edinburgh campus. Where calculators are permitted and the Head of School decides that there should be a restriction on the model of calculator which may be used in an examination set by that School, then students are only allowed to use one of the following approved models:
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Casio fx-83ES Casio fx-83MS Casio fx-85WA Casio fx-85MS Casio fx-85ES
In specific cases, the Head of Dubai Campus, in liaison with the School at the Edinburgh campus, may recommend to the Academic Registry that other models of calculator be permissible for use if essential for the completion of the examination. However, in this case, and in the case where the Head of School has agreed that there should be no restriction on the model of calculators used, any restrictions on text storage and retrieval facilities must be imposed by the Head of School setting the examination. The Head of School shall notify the Examinations Officer of any nonstandard calculator which has been approved. In all cases, calculators must be provided by the student. Dictionaries A candidate shall not be permitted to introduce printed or other material such as dictionaries including electronic dictionaries into the examination room except such as may be authorised by the Head of Dubai Campus, following guidance from the School at the main campus in Edinburgh. Mobile telephones and other electronic equipment shall be switched off and shall be deposited with other personal items in an area designated by an invigilator. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 9 – Assessments and Examinations, paragraph 8 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf Students should refer to Part A of this handbook for programme specific information on calculators and dictionaries. 4.9 Ill Health and Extenuating Circumstances – Assessment and Examinations A student who is prevented from sitting an assessment/examination through illness or other extenuating circumstances, or who believes that their performance has been affected by these circumstances, should notify a member of staff as soon as possible. In addition, students must also submit a medical certificate signed by an authorised medical practitioner (medical doctor) (or other documentary evidence, as appropriate) to the Campus Office before the relevant Course Board/Examination Board meets. For further information regarding Assessment, please refer to: Regulation 1 – General Regulation, paragraph 6 Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraphs 11, 16 and 26 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraphs 12, 17 and 21 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraphs 12, 17 and 21 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraphs 12, 17 and 22
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Regulation 51 – Degree Entry Programme (Dubai), paragraph 19 and 20 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf For further information regarding Examinations, please refer to: Regulation 9 – Assessments and Examinations, paragraphs 9 and 12 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf 5 5.1 Awards, Grading and Qualifications Intermediate Awards Intermediate Awards are University awards which may be conferred on any eligible student wishing to apply for a certificate as they progress through each stage of their programme and gain credits towards their degree, on the condition that they have obtained sufficient passes in their assessment. For example, an undergraduate student may be eligible to apply for a Certificate of Higher Education once they have achieved 120 credits. Applications for Intermediate Awards are made to the Academic Registry along with a payment of the appropriate fee, which can be confirmed by staff in the Campus Office. For further information for undergraduate students, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/awards/intermediateawards.htm For further information for postgraduate students, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/awards/intermediateawards.htm 5.2 Requirements for Awards Information on the level of performance required for award and the number of necessary credits are specified in the University regulations. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraphs 15 and 21 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraphs 15, 19 and 21 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraphs 15, 19 and 21 Regulation 44 – Mixed-Mode Study - Modular First Degrees (for undergraduates only) Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraphs 15 and 20 http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf Students should refer to the programme-specific information in Part A of this handbook on award criteria.
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Undergraduate Honours Classification and Awards Grading Honours year is currently unavailable at the Campus, but it may be possible for students to transfer to Edinburgh to do the final Honours year. Please contact your Programme Director for further information in the first instance. Honours classification is determined by the following criteria: Award First Class Honours Grade Grade A Minimum Criteria Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade A, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade A and none less than Grade D Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade B, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade B and none less than Grade D Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade C, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade C and none less than Grade D Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade D, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of passes in qualifying courses at Grade D normally a minimum of Grade D in prerequisites and in courses designated as requiring a Grade D minimum
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Postgraduate Awards Postgraduate awards are determined by the following criteria: Award Masters with Distinction Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade A, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade A and no course pass at less than Grade C Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade C, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade C and no course pass at less than Grade D1 Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade A, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade A and no course pass at less than Grade C Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade D, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade D and no course pass at less than Grade E Either overall performance in qualifying courses at Grade D, or equivalent average percentage mark, or the majority of qualifying courses at Grade D and no course pass at less than Grade E
Masters
Postgraduate Diploma or Graduate Diploma with Distinction Postgraduate Diploma or Graduate Diploma Postgraduate Certificate or Graduate Certificate
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The Progression Board may, in exceptional circumstances, recommend an award in the case of a student who has achieved a Grade E or Grade F in a qualifying course (ie performance in a course which contributes toward the final award). Justification for the award decision should be recorded in the minutes or formal record of the meeting. Graduation The Academic Registry is responsible for organising Graduation ceremonies which take place each year in June and November in Edinburgh. There is also a Graduation ceremony held in Dubai in November/December of each year. Students have the option to delay their graduation until the June of the following year should they wish to graduate in Edinburgh. This is an important day in the University diary where students, parents, other guests and staff celebrate the graduates’ achievements. Graduation ceremonies in other locations are organised from time to time in accordance with University policy. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/graduation.htm
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Use of Mobile Telephones Mobile telephones should be used around the University with consideration for others. During lectures, tutorials and examinations, mobile telephones should be switched off. Failure to follow these requirements may result in disciplinary action being taken by the University. For information on all areas of Academic Conduct (including copying, plagiarism and collusion) within the following section, please refer to: Regulation 9 – Assessment and Examinations, paragraph 8 Regulation 50 – Student Discipline http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/discipline.htm
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Academic Misconduct The University takes plagiarism and examination misconduct extremely seriously and investigates all alleged cases of misconduct. Any student suspected of misconduct will be dealt with accordingly through the University’s Student Discipline Procedures. Academic misconduct during examinations includes: the act of bringing unauthorised material (written, printed or in any other format) into the examination room communicating with, receiving assistance from, copying from or providing assistance to another candidate during an examination removing examination books or worksheets from the examination room.
If the University finds a student to be in breach of discipline by having cheated in assessed work and/or in examinations, the University has the discretion to apply a variety of measures, ranging from nullification of course results to suspension or even expulsion from the University. A standard penalty would be to make null and void all assessments undertaken during the relevant diet. The University understands that students may not be fully aware of the issues surrounding academic misconduct and they may also find that guidance provided at Heriot-Watt differs from advice previously given, perhaps compared to that given within their home country or through other experiences. It is therefore important that students inform themselves of these issues by referring to the University’s guidance on misconduct and plagiarism. If in doubt, students should seek the advice of staff within the Campus Office who will liaise with one (or more) of the range of University support services referred to in this Handbook. The consequences of misconduct in examinations and all other forms of assessment are severe and may result in all assessments undertaken at the relevant diet being made null and void.
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Copying Copying the work of others, including that of other students in the class or group, is an indication of unfair advantage whereby one person gains credit for the work undertaken by another. Where an element of copying is a desirable element of an assessment, as might be the case in a group project or presentation, the instructions for the assessed work will specify the extent to which such copying is permissible. Any authorised or legitimate copying of the work of others that is included within students’ work must be clearly acknowledged by the student. In any work submitted, students must make clear any permitted copying which has been carried out. Students are advised to check the rest of their work to ensure that it is their own. Working with other students in informal study groups is a desirable part of the academic experience but students must ensure that the work they finally submit is theirs and not that of anyone else. Students should keep copies of material such as working notes, or sketches of diagrams or drafts of essays that show that the work and its source has been acknowledged and identified.
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Plagiarism As the consequences of misconduct in examinations and all other forms of assessment are severe, the Student Guide to Plagiarism (link below) is embedded into this handbook, please refer to the Appendix. http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismguide.pdf For the Chinese language version, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismguidechinese.pdf For the Arabic language version, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismguidearabic.pdf Note on Detection of Plagiarism Heriot Watt University may require student work to be submitted for checking using plagiarism detection software. This is intended to assist students in identifying possible plagiarism in coursework being submitted for assessment which could otherwise result in disciplinary action being taken against students by the University in accordance with Ordinance 9 (Student Discipline). For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/discipline.htm http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/plagiarismjiscnote.pdf
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Collusion Collusion involves an agreement to deceive. This means that more than one person is involved in the deception. An accusation of collusion may be added to an accusation of copying if there is clear evidence of the involvement of two parties. Students should be extremely careful about lending their completed work to other persons. Students may think that they are helping others to meet a deadline in lending their work for copying to others but this may result in problems. What starts out as a supportive action may carry the risk of an accusation of collusion and a case taken to a disciplinary hearing.
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Appeals Students who are dissatisfied with decisions on academic progress or classification of degree being awarded, have the right to appeal where there are extenuating circumstances or procedures which are felt to be unfair. In each case, there are clear and established procedures which students can follow which are outlined in Regulation 36 - Student Appeals. Please note relevant point in Regulation 36 that medical and other matters which could have been brought to the attention of the Examiners or the Board of Examiners prior to the disputed decision being taken shall not normally be considered at this stage. Please note relevant point in Regulation 36 that a student who receives an award at a congregation or in absentia may not subsequently appeal against the award. For further information, please refer to: Regulation 36 – Student Appeals available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Deferred Progression, Suspension and Withdrawal Students may wish to suspend or withdraw from their studies for many reasons. Such reasons should be discussed with a student’s mentor or another member of academic staff as soon as possible. These discussions can help students to consider all available options and perhaps identify a way in which the student can continue with their studies at a more suitable pace or stage. Should the student decide to withdraw permanently from their studies, further advice can be given to ensure that this transition is completed efficiently and reducing any stress. Deferred Progression An undergraduate student who has satisfied the requirements for progress and who wishes to suspend studies prior to continued enrolment may be permitted by the Head of School to defer proceedings for one academic year in the first instance. In this case students should complete the 'Amendment to Registration’ Form (Approval by School)’ which is available at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm
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Suspension In exceptional circumstances, during the programme of the academic year, where applicable, a candidate for an undergraduate award may be permitted to suspend studies temporarily for a specified period of time. In this case students should complete the 'Student Appeal Form’ (Approval by Undergraduate Studies Committee) which is available at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm Postgraduate students who wish to suspend studies should complete the ‘Amendment to Registration’ Form (Approval by Postgraduate Studies Committee) which can be found at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm Students are advised to consult with their Mentor and/or their Year Co-ordinator/Director of Studies in the first instance. In addition, any relevant medical certificates or other supporting documentation must also be submitted before the relevant Examination Board meets. For further information on Suspension please refer to: Regulation 3 (new) – Course First Degrees, paragraph 19 Regulation 4 – Postgraduate Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas, paragraph 10 Regulation 18 – Postgraduate Certificates and Graduate Certificates, paragraph 10 Regulation 48 – Higher Degrees of Master (Taught), paragraph 10 available at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf
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Withdrawal Any student wishing to withdraw from the University should inform the Campus Office in writing of the date of their proposed withdrawal and the reasons for withdrawing, using the appropriate ‘Withdrawal from the University’ pro forma which is available at: www.hw.ac.uk/registry/studentrecords.htm Before making any decision to withdraw, students are strongly advised to speak to their mentor or other trusted member of staff to discuss the situation fully.
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Exit Awards Students who choose to leave the University part way through their programme may have acquired enough credits to be eligible for an Exit Award. Students will be informed by the Academic Registry if they are eligible for an Exit Award and will receive an Exit Award Application Form. Students must apply and pay the Award Fee by the prescribed deadline date, details of which are contained on the Application Form.
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Student Fees and Charges Student Fees and Charges Policy All students are advised to refer to the Policy on Student Fees and Charges which is available at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/policy/student_fees.pdf The Dubai campus fees and charges are available at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/dubai/financial-information/tuition-fees.htm
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Additional Charges The following items will attract a charge as follows: Re-assessment Students applying to re-sit courses and examinations must pay a set fee for each re-assessed course or examination, using a prescribed form available from the Academic Registry. For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/examinations/reassessmentprocedures.htm Repeat and Additional Courses Should a student not satisfy the minimum progression criteria for a particular course and be permitted to repeat a course, the student should pay the standard course fee in advance of commencing the repeated course (where applicable). It may also be relevant to charge the appropriate course fee for any additional courses taken by a student. For further information on current course fees, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/student-life/scholarships-fees.htm Academic Transcript Should a student require a transcript for any reason, a charge will be levied by the relevant School Office. Certification For further details on the Certification process, contact the relevant School/Institute Office. Late Enrolment Students who have not enrolled with the University by the appropriate date will be charged a late enrolment fee of 200 AED to cover administration costs. Exemption from the fee may only considered in certain cases. However, this will not apply to students at the Campus during their first year. Late Course Enrolment Where a student wishes to change enrolment for optional or elective courses, there is a small late course enrolment fee which is applied by the Academic Registry to students who enrol on a course after the end of week 3 of the semester in which the
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course is taught. However, this will not apply to students at the Campus during their first year. Replacement Student Identity Card A fee is charged by the Academic Registry to replace a student’s Identity Card unless there is evidence of good reason, outwith the student’s control, for loss of the previous identity card. For further information on charges highlighted in this section and all others, please refer to the ‘Enrolment Pack’ section, and choose the appropriate pack that relates to your specific status, and refer to the ‘Additional Notes on Fees’ link at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/tuition-fees.htm Students can also refer to the following University Ordinance for more information: Ordinance 2 – Fees, Charges, Fines and Debts http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/ordinances.pdf 10 Student Support Services The following information describes a range of services aimed at helping students to get the most out of their time on Heriot-Watt University courses and to assist with, and remedy any problems experienced along the way. Students study for Heriot-Watt awards from all over the world and the University is therefore committed to providing a range of online support services which will be available to any student who requires it. In doing so, the University will attempt to ensure that all students receive high quality and relevant services that support their studies. The main student support services are summarised below. For further information on each of the services, please refer to the online ‘Freshers Guide: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm 10.1 Student Support and Accommodation Student Support and Accommodation, combined with the Careers Advisory Service and the Academic Registry, form the wider Office of Student Services, under the directorship of the Academic Registrar and Deputy Secretary. The primary function of Student Support and Accommodation is to provide all students with an open and supportive service capable of providing advice and guidance to students who are experiencing all types of personal and academic difficulties. The main areas of support provided can be grouped as follows: Funding Advice - including Hardship Funds Counselling and Support Disability Assessment, Advice and Support Accommodation on and off campus
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For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’ and the Student Support and Accommodation website: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm www.hw.ac.uk/welfareWWW Disability Adviser Heriot-Watt University is committed to equal opportunities for all. Lorraine Vallance is the University's Disability Adviser within the Student Support and Accommodation section. Any student with a disability, medical condition or specific learning disability (such as dyslexia) can contact Loraine for advice or assistance ([email protected]). Based on medical or other evidence provided, Lorraine will liaise with the student, relevant staff and other professionals if necessary and make support recommendations. Support offered can include special exam arrangements, assistive software and equipment etc. In all cases the university will ensure that any ‘reasonable adjustments’ are made in accordance with UK legislation. For further information please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/welfare/disability-service.htm 10.2 Religious Services There is a prayer room for students within the Dubai Campus. In addition to the multi-denominational Chaplaincy, a Muslim Prayer Room is provided for students at the main University campus in Edinburgh. Academic Registry The Academic Registry is responsible for a range of academic administrative services in relation to undergraduate and postgraduate students, staff and programmes at all campuses of the University and for those studying in approved learning partners and independently. The Academic Registry is responsible for the administrative aspects of: Accreditation of Prior Learning Enrolment/Matriculation International Student Advice Examinations and Assessments Results Letters, Transcripts and Certifications Intermediate Awards/ Exit Awards Graduation Prizes and Medals Quality Assurance and Enhancement Ordinances and Regulations Common Assessment & Progression System (CAPS) Accreditation of Prior Learning Student Complaints, Discipline and Appeals to Senate Student related statistical returns
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Academic Committee Secretariat. Academic Registry Feedback Form
Feedback is welcomed from students on the service provided by Academic Registry and it would be appreciated if students could find the time to complete the questionnaire at the following web address and return it to the Academic Registry http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/resources/studentfeedback.doc For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry 10.4 Careers Advisory Service The University Careers Advisory Service is part of the Office of Student Services and offers a range of core services aimed at helping students to develop the skills required to make and implement their career choice, including the ability to market themselves successfully in the graduate selection process. The following online services are available to students who are studying at the Campus: Employer, employment and occupational and jobhunting information Careers education, advice and support Online careers education, advice, guidance and support Professional Development Planning
For further information, please refer to: www.hw.ac.uk/careers 10.5 Academic Counselling and Skills Coaching As part of the Careers Advisory Service, the Academic Counselling and Skills Coaching service is aimed at helping students to develop skills and become effective learners, to improve the way they study, to achieve greater academic success at university and to acquire transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. The following online services are available to students studying on the Campus: Guidance on Planning, Organisation and Motivation Skills Guidance on Academic Study Skills
Where specific advice is required, contact should initially be made through the student mentor or Programme tutor. For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm www.hw.ac.uk/sbc/library/academic_skills/index.htm
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The Students Association The Students Association provides a range of services that aim to enrich student life and help students overcome any difficulties that might affect their time at University. The Association has an Advice and Support Centre based at the Edinburgh Campus. Staff at the Advice and Support Centre may be able to help regarding issues to do with the various University procedures such as academic appeals, disciplinary procedures and complaints about University Services and academic matters. To access such support, contact should initially be made through the student mentor/ Programme tutor/student representative or the Head of the Dubai Campus. Alternatively, you can contact Miss Jenny Tough, Administrative Officer, Academic Registry, [email protected]
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Library Students studying at the Campus have access to a wide range of library services: Access to books and printed magazines to support coursework Study facilities open for long hours Access to over 4000 electronic journals and specialist databases Access to general advice and assistance from professional library staff in the campus library Remote access to specialist Subject Librarian support from the University Library Access to internet PCs Advice on Internet resources Obtaining materials not in the Library
For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/dubai/ 10.8 Computing Services The University provides comprehensive computing services for all students studying for Heriot-Watt University awards. All students at the Campus have access to PC equipment with a range of common software and to a Help Desk that provides technical advice. All users of these services are required to comply with Heriot-Watt University Regulation 29 ‘Use of Computing Facilities’ and should read the following document: http://www.hw.ac.uk/IT/Documents/conditions.html Help Desk Service The Campus Computing Officer is the first point of contact and will be able to assist with any enquiries. The Help sections on the Heriot-Watt University web site also provide information on the use of computing facilities: www.hw.ac.uk/it
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PC Service The service is available on PCs connected to the University’s network across the campus, to provide a common core of software packages through a standard interface. Access is by username and password. New students will be provided with assistance on how to register to use the computing facilities. For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’. www.hw.ac.uk/IT 10.9 Information Security Keep your information secure by taking the following steps: Protect your own personal information – it’s valuable. Keep your passport and other important personal documents safely locked away. If you have to make an electronic copy of a document that could be used for identity theft always ensure it is securely protected e.g. in encrypted format. Don’t keep your only copy of your work on a memory stick. Always back up your work to your University account Protect confidential electronic documents with strong passwords combining letters and numbers Lock your computer screen or log out when you are leaving your desk Protect your passwords and don’t share them with others. When handling someone else’s personal information, consider: if this was your personal data, would you be happy for everyone else to see it?
Take control of your communications: If you use web 2.0/social networking technologies, activate the privacy settings before you or other users share personal and confidential data. Check that you don’t surrender IPR to the service provider. Keep back up copies of your work as external services can and do disappear without notice. If you have to send confidential information by email, encrypt or password protect the data. Don’t respond to email requests for your password or bank details Be cautious about opening email attachments – if in doubt scan for viruses.
To find out more about what the University does with your personal data please contact the FOI and Data Protection Office: Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 (0)131 3219/3274
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10.10 Development and Alumni Office Heriot-Watt University is the home of The Watt Club, the UK’s oldest Graduate Association, founded in 1854. This association provides a number of services to more than 75,000 graduates around the world. With a network of local branches and Ambassadors around the world, The Watt Club provides a great opportunity to meet fellow graduates and re-connect with friends. Students who graduate with a Heriot-Watt degree will automatically join this exclusive society of alumni members and enjoy the following benefits: Bi-annual copies of the HWU magazine Tri-annual e-newsletter Watt Club Online (www.hw.ac.uk/wattclub) Invitations to Watt Club events in their region Support for any alumnus wishing to establish or support worldwide local branch activities Direct contact with staff at The Development and Alumni Office in Edinburgh
For further information, please refer to the ‘Freshers Guide’. To learn more about our alumni, The Watt Club and to keep in touch after you graduate please visit: www.hw.ac.uk/wattclub 11 University Policy and Guidance The University publishes many policies and reference information on its website that may be of use and of interest to students through the course of their studies at Heriot-Watt University. Wherever practicable, University policy is designed to include all members of the University’s community, both within and outwith the main campus environments. The University respects religious and cultural diversity and aims to support individuals in their religious and cultural observance, where academic aspects and business priorities permit. The University statement can be found at: http://www.hw.ac.uk/policy/students/religious-and-cultural-observance.pdf Students can refer to policies of specific interest and relevance: www.hw.ac.uk/registy For further information, please refer to: http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/enrolment.htm
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Appendix STUDENT GUIDE TO PLAGIARISM 1 Introduction
1.1. 1.2. This guide is intended to provide students at Heriot-Watt University with a clear definition of plagiarism and examples of how to avoid it. The guide may also be of use to members of staff who seek to advise students on the various issues outlined below.
Definition
1.3. Plagiarism involves the act of taking the ideas, writings or inventions of another person and using these as if they were one’s own, whether intentionally or not. Plagiarism occurs where there is no acknowledgement that the writings or ideas belong to or have come from another source. Most academic writing involves building on the work of others and this is acceptable as long as their contribution is identified and fully acknowledged. It is not wrong in itself to use the ideas, writings or inventions of others, provided that whoever does so is honest about acknowledging the source of that information. Many aspects of plagiarism can be simply avoided through proper referencing. However, plagiarism extends beyond minor errors in referencing the work of others and also includes the reproduction of an entire paper or passage of work or of the ideas and views contained in such pieces of work.
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Good Practice
1.5. Academic work is almost always drawn from other published information supplemented by the writer’s own ideas, results or findings. Thus drawing from other work is entirely acceptable, but it is unacceptable not to acknowledge such work. Conventions or methods for making acknowledgements can vary slightly from subject to subject, and students should seek the advice of staff in their own School/Institute about ways of doing this. Generally, referencing systems fall into the Harvard (where the text citation is by author and date) and numeric (where the text citation is by using a number). Both systems refer readers to a list at the end of the piece of work where sufficient information is provided to enable the reader to locate the source for themselves. When a student undertakes a piece of work that involves drawing on the writings or ideas of others, they must ensure that they acknowledge each contribution in the following manner: Citations: when a direct quotation, a figure, a general idea or other piece of information is taken from another source, the work and its source must be acknowledged and identified where it occurs in the text; Quotations: inverted commas must always be used to identify direct quotations, and the source of the quotation must be cited; References: the full details of all references and other sources must be listed in a section at the end of any piece of work, such as an essay, together with the full publication details. This is normally referred to as a “List of References” and it must include details of any and all sources of information that the student has referred to in producing their work. (This is slightly different to a Bibliography, which may also contain references and sources which, although not directly referred to in your work, you consulted in producing your work).
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Students may wish to refer to the following examples which illustrate the basic principles of plagiarism and how students might avoid it in their work by using some very simple techniques:
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The author acknowledges the following sources of information used in preparing this guide to Plagiarism: “Plagiarism – A Good Practice Guide”, Carroll, J and Appleton, J (2001) and various extracts from Student/Course Handbooks 2004/2005, Schools and Institutes at Heriot-Watt University
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Example 1: A Clear Case of Plagiarism Examine the following example in which a student has simply inserted a passage of text (in italics) into their work directly from a book they have read: University and college managers should consider implementing strategic frameworks if they wish to embrace good management standards. One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action. Managers are employed to resolve these issues effectively. This is an example of bad practice as the student makes no attempt to distinguish the passage they have inserted from their own work. Thus, this constitutes a clear case of plagiarism. Simply changing a few key words in such a passage of text (e.g. replace ‘problems’ with ‘difficulties’) does not make it the student’s work and it is still considered to be an act of plagiarism.
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Common Mistakes Students may also find the following examples2 of common plagiarism mistakes made by other students useful when reflecting on their own work: “I thought it would be okay as long as I included the source in my bibliography” [without indicating a quotation had been used in the text] “I made lots of notes for my essay and couldn't remember where I found the information” “I thought it would be okay to use material that I had purchased online” “I thought it would be okay to copy the text if I changed some of the words into my own” “I thought that plagiarism only applied to essays, I didn't know that it also applies to oral presentations/group projects etc” “I thought it would be okay just to use my tutor's notes” “I didn't think that you needed to reference material found on the web” “I left it too late and just didn't have time to reference my sources”
None of the above are acceptable reasons for failing to acknowledge the use of others’ work and thereby constitute plagiarism. 1.8. What follows are examples of the measures that students should employ in order to correctly cite the words, thought or ideas of others that have influenced their work: 1.8.1. Example 2: Quoting the work of others If a student wishes to cite a passage of text in order to support their own work, the correct way of doing so is to use quotation marks (e.g. “ “) to show that the passage is someone else’s work, as follows: “One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action”. 1.8.2. Example 3: Referencing the work of others In addition to using quotation marks as above, students must also use a text citation. If the work being cited is a book, page numbers would also normally be required. Thus, using the Harvard system for a book: “One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action” (Jones, 2001, p121).
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Extract from ‘Plagiarism at the University of Essex’ advice copyrighted and published by the Learning, Teaching and Quality Unit at the University of Essex (http://www.essex.ac.uk/plagiarism/common_excuses.htm), reproduced with kind permission.
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The same reference could also be made to a book using the numeric system: “One of the key problems in setting a strategic framework for a college or university is that the individual institution has both positive and negative constraints placed upon its freedom of action” (Ref.1, p121). More often, a piece of work will have multiple references and this serves to show an examiner that the student is drawing from a number of sources. For example, articles by Brown and by Smith may be cited as follows in the Harvard system “It has been asserted that Higher Education in the United Kingdom continued to be poorly funded during the 1980’s [Brown, 1991], whereas more modern writers [Smith, 2002] argue that the HE sector actually received, in real terms, more funding during this period than the thirty year period immediately preceding it”. or as follows using the numeric system: “It has been asserted that Higher Education in the United Kingdom continued to be poorly funded during the 1980’s [Ref 1], whereas more modern writers [Ref 2] argue that the HE sector actually received, in real terms, more funding during this period than the thirty year period immediately preceding it”. 1.8.3. Example 4: Use of reference lists Whichever system is used, a list must be included at the end, which allows the reader to locate the works cited for themselves. The Internet is also an increasingly popular source of information for students and details must again be provided. You should adhere to the following guidelines in all cases where you reference the work of others: If the source is a book, the required information is as follows: Author’s name(s) Year of Publication Title of Book Place of Publication Publishers Name All Page Numbers cited Edition (if more than one, e.g. 3rd edition, 2001)
If the source is an article in a journal or periodical, the required information is as follows: Author’s name(s) Year of Publication Title of Journal Volume and part number Page numbers for the article
If the source is from the Internet, the required information is as follows: Author’s or Institution’s name (“Anon”, if not known) Title of Document Date last accessed by student Full URL (e.g. http://www.lib.utk.edu /instruction/plagiarism/) Affiliation of author, if given (e.g. University of Tennessee)
The way in which the information is organised can vary, and there are some types of work (for example edited volumes and conference proceedings) where the required information is slightly different. Essentially, though, it is your responsibility to make it clear where you are citing references within your work and what the source is within your reference list. Failure to do so is an act of plagiarism. 1.9. Students are encouraged to use a style of acknowledgement that is appropriate to their own academic discipline and should seek advice from their mentor, course leader or other appropriate member of academic staff. There are also many reference sources available in the University Library which will provide useful guidance on referencing styles.
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Managing Plagiarism
1.10. Students, supervisors and institutions have a joint role in ensuring that plagiarism is avoided in all areas of academic activity. Each role is outlined below as follows: How you can ensure that you avoid plagiarism in your work: Take responsibility for applying the above principles of best practice and integrity within all of your work Be aware that your written work will be checked for plagiarism and that all incidents of plagiarism, if found, are likely to result in severe disciplinary action by the University. The standard penalty is to annul all assessments taken in the same diet of examinations (for details please refer to Regulation 50 at http://www.hw.ac.uk/ordinances/regulations.pdf and to the Guidelines for Staff and Students on Discipline at http://www.hw.ac.uk/registry/discipline.htm).
How your School/Institute will help you to avoid plagiarism: Highlight written guidance on how you can avoid plagiarism and provide you with supplementary, verbal guidance wherever appropriate Regularly check student work to ensure that plagiarism has not taken place. This may involve both manual and electronic methods of checking. A number of plagiarism detection packages are in use at Heriot-Watt University, one example being the Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) “TurnitIn” plagiarism detection software. See https://submit.ac.uk/static_jisc/ac_uk_index.html for more information on how this software package works. Alert you to the procedures that will apply should you be found to have committed or be suspected of having committed an act of plagiarism and explain how further action will be taken in accordance with University policy and procedures.
How the University will endeavour to reduce student plagiarism: Provide clear written guidance on what constitutes plagiarism and how to avoid it directly to your School/Institute and to you Alert you and staff in your School/Institute to the penalties employed when dealing with plagiarism cases Take steps to ensure that a consistent approach is applied when dealing with cases of suspected plagiarism across the institution Take the issue of academic dishonesty very seriously and routinely investigate cases where students have plagiarised and apply appropriate penalties in all proven cases.
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