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THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES CAVE HILL CAMPUS

THE FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES 2015-2016 WWW.CAVEHILL.UWI.EDU/GRADSTUDIES

Every attempt has been made to ensure that the information in this booklet is accurate at the time of printing. It is intended for students entering programmes in academic year 2015-2016 Continuing students must refer to the programme regulations in force in their year of entry Students should consult their Programme Coordinator where clarification is required.

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THE MISSION AND VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES Mission To advance education and create knowledge through excellence in teaching, research, innovation, public service, intellectual leadership and outreach in order to support the inclusive (social, economic, political, cultural, environmental) development of the Caribbean region and beyond.

Vision By 2017, the University will be globally recognised as an innovative, internationally competitive university, deeply rooted in all aspects of Caribbean development and committed to serving the diverse people of the region and beyond.

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Table of Contents

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THE MISSION AND VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES......................... 2 MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN ............................................................................................................... 4 DEAN, HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND GRADUATE COORDINATORS ............................. 6 GENERAL INFORMATION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS .......................................................... 8

GENERAL FACULTY REGULATION .................................................................................................. 9 THE DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL & CHEMICAL SCIENCES .......................................... 10 Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc Biosafety ................................................................................... 10 MPhil/PhD Degrees ........................................................................................................................ 12

THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS & PHYSICS ................. 15 Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc Computing Innovation ........................................................ 15 MSc Computing Research ............................................................................................................ 19 Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc Technology Entrepreneurship ......................................... 21 MPhil/PhD Degrees ........................................................................................................................ 24

THE CENTRE FOR RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

(CERMES) ................................................................................................................................................ 27 MSc Natural Resource and Environmental Management................................................ 27 MSc Renewable Energy Management ..................................................................................... 30 MPhil/PhD in Natural Resource Management .................................................................... 32

FACULTY OFFICE ................................................................................................................................. 34 MPhil/PhD in Environmental Studies ..................................................................................... 34

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS.................................................................................................................... 36 LIST OF SUBJECT CODES WITH DESCRIPTIONS ..................................................................... 88

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MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN Faculty has a proud history, having evolved from the Faculty of Natural Sciences which commenced This teaching at Mona, Jamaica, in 1949. We welcome you as a graduate student in the Faculty whether as a research student, registered for the MPhil or PhD degree, or as an MSc student in one of our taught Masters programmes. Our research degree track record is well established with the Facultyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first MPhil degree awarded in 1976 and the first PhD graduand in 1983. Our CERMES MSc in Natural Resource & Environmental Management has produced over 250 graduates who today are key decision-makers in the many areas of the environmental sector throughout the region and beyond. A series of taught Masters programmes from the discipline of Computer Sciences, as well as the MSc in Renewable Energy Management and the MSc in Biosafety, form part of the postgraduate offerings in the faculty, with even more exciting programmes planned for the next academic year. Our research students form part of an energetic team with faculty members in producing solid work for the region and in numerous international conferences and journals. In keeping with our recent name change, the faculty will be focussing on meaningful applied research in the decade ahead and encourage you to join us in this quest. Whatever your programme, we wish you an enjoyable and productive time with us in the Faculty of Science and Technology.

Colin Depradine Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology The University of the West Indies

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ABOUT THE FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Faculty was first known as the Faculty of Natural Sciences. Later, this was changed to the Faculty of This Science & Technology before becoming the Faculty of Pure & Applied Sciences. Last year however, saw us revert back to the Faculty of Science & Technology which we believe better reflects our focus for the future. Our full-time Academic Staff are mainly Caribbean nationals but we are also very much an international Faculty with about one third of our lecturers drawn from countries far and wide. Our degree programmes are well-respected regionally and internationally with many of our graduates working or pursuing further studies overseas. The Faculty comprises two Departments and a Centre:• Department of Biological & Chemical Sciences – undergraduate & graduate programmes • Department of Computer Science, Mathematics & Physics – undergraduate & graduate programmes • Centre for Resource Management and Environmental Studies (CERMES), - graduate programmes The Faculty of Science & Technology at Cave Hill offers two distinct types of graduate programmes. Taught Masters (MSc) programmes provide specific skill sets and training while MPhil and PhD Research degrees provide research opportunities under the supervision of a full-time member of the Academic Staff for those wishing to pursue careers in Science. The Faculty offers taught MSc programmes: the wellestablished MSc in Natural Resource and Environmental Management, an MSc in Renewable Energy Management, an MSc in Computing Innovation (with streams in e-Business, Mobile Applications and Gaming), an MSc in Technology Entrepreneurship, an MSc in Computing Research, and postgraduate diplomas in Computing Innovation and Technology Entrepreneurship. In 2014 the Faculty received approval to offer a new MSc programme in Biosafety. The MSc in Natural Resource and Environmental Management is mounted by the Centre for Resource Management and Environmental Studies (CERMES) and has five specialisations:Three of these are on offer in academic year 2015 – 2016: • Coastal and Marine Resource Management • Climate Change • Water Resources Management Two other specializations Applied Meteorology (in collaboration with the Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology), and Waste Management are not on offer in 2015-2016. Now in its fourth year, the MSc in Renewable Energy Management is offered in response to current global imperatives with respect to the rising price of fossil fuels and the cost to the environment of their use. The research interests in the Faculty are diverse, addressing both fundamental questions in Science and Technology as well as finding scientific solutions to real-life problems facing Caribbean people. Faculty members also constitute an unmatched source of expertise to Governments, Non-Governmental Organisations and the Private Sector in providing technical advice.

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DEAN, HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND GRADUATE COORDINATORS

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Faculty Office Telephone: Fax: Website E-Mail:

(246) 417-4310/4715 (246) 417-4597 http://www.cavehill.uwi.edu/fst fst@cavehill.uwi.edu

DEAN:

Depradine, Colin BEng, MSc (Lond), PhD (UWI)

DEPUTY DEAN: (Outreach & Research)

Badenock, Jeanese BSc (UWI), PhD (Dartmouth)

Project Officer (Temporary)

Corbin, Natasha BSc, MSc (UWI)

Centre for Resource Management and Environmental Studies (CERMES) Tel: Fax: Website E-Mail:

(246) 417-4339 (246) 424-4204 http://cavehill.uwi.edu/cermes cermes@cavehill.uwi.edu

Senior Lecturer & Director

Cashman, Adrian BSc (KCL), MSc (DIC ICL), MSc (York), Ph.D. (Sheffield)

Coordinator of MSc programmes

Selliah, Neetha BSc (Surrey), MSc (UWI)

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES The Caribbean Institute for Meteorology & Hydrology*

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* This is an Affiliate Institution Tel: Fax: Website:

(246) 425-4362 (246) 424-4733 http://www.cimh.edu.bb

Director

Farrell, David BSc (Western Ontario), MSc, PhD (Manitoba)

Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences Tel: Fax: E-Mail:

(246) 417-4323 (246) 417-4325 bcs@cavehill.uwi.edu

Senior Research Fellow & Head of Department

Lopez, Francis BSc, PhD (UWI)

Coordinator MSc Biosafety

Alleyne, Angela BSc, MPhil, PhD (UWI)

Department of Computer Science, Mathematics & Physics Tel: Fax: E-Mail:

(246) 417-4365 (246) 417-4597 cmp@cavehill.uwi.edu

Professor & Head of Department

Singh, Upindranath BSc, MPhil (UWI), MSc, PhD (Delaware)

Coordinator of MSc /Postgraduate Diploma Computing Innovation, MSc / Postgraduate Diploma Technology Entrepreneurship & MSc Computing Research

Walcott, Paul BSc, MPhil (UWI), PhD (City UK)

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

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The official regulations handbook for all Graduate Diplomas and Degrees is found on-line at www.cavehill.uwi.edu/gradstudies/. Students should familiarize themselves with the regulations, a few of which are highlighted here, and also note the following administrative information: Electives All programme electives are not offered every academic year and students are required to select from those on offer. Registration Every student is required to register within the first week of every semester until his/her degree has been awarded. Changes in registration are permitted to the end of the third week of the semester. Registration is a two-part process: 1. The selection of courses on-line through Cave Hill On-Line (CHOL), and 2. The payment to the Bursary of all fees generated. Re-registration for Thesis/ Research Paper / Practicum The requirement to register every semester continues while students are doing and writing up the Thesis/ Research Paper / Practicum programme element. Note that if a student registers for the Research Paper / Practicum and does not complete this in the first semester of registration, regulations require him/ her to re-register every subsequent semester until the Paper/ Report has been submitted and graded. If a student experiences any difficulty registering or re-registering it is his/ her responsibility to inform the Graduate Studies Office within the first 3 weeks of the semester by email to gradstudies@cavehill.uwi.edu so that problems can be resolved. Withdrawal If at the end of the published registration period our records show that a student has not completed a registration, and that student is not on approved Leave of Absence, he/ she will be Deemed to have Withdrawn from the programme and his/ her name will be removed from the student register.To be considered for re-entry to a programme after withdrawal requires re-application to the programme. Examinations Unless otherwise stated, examinations for courses in all programmes will be held at the end of the semester in which the courses were taught. Examination re-sits or re-submission of coursework Candidates are required to pass in both written examinations and coursework at the first attempt. In respect of any candidate who fails the coursework or written examination at the first attempt, the Board of Examiners would recommend to Campus Committee whether a second attempt should be permitted.

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If such a recommendation is approved, the student will be awarded a failing grade of FE (failed exam) or FC (failed coursework). This indicates that permission has been granted to re-sit the examination / resubmit coursework for that course the next time it is offered. In such cases an Examinations Only registration must be done administratively and students will need to contact the Graduate Studies Office within the first week of the relevant semester by email to gradstudies@cavehill.uwi.edu with details of the course for which they are to be registered. Students must not attempt to self-register for courses where Examination Only or Coursework Only registration have been approved. This repeat registration attracts a per-credit fee. Re-taking a failed course

Any student who was has received a grade F in any course and has been permitted a second opportunity to take that course, is required to take the course in FULL. Such students must self-register using CHOL the next time the course is offered. Requirement to withdraw Any candidate who receives a second failing grade in any compulsory course is required to withdraw from the programme. Applications for re-entry from students who were Required to Withdraw are not normally considered until a period of two years has elapsed. Distinction Unless otherwise stated in the regulations of a specific Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programme the basis for the award of a degree with Distinction is: If the programme being followed requires completion of a Research Paper the candidate must pass all courses at the first sitting and the average mark of all courses (excluding the Research paper) must be 70% or more. The candidate must also achieve a mark of 70% or over in the Research Paper. If the programme being followed does not require completion of a Research Paper, the candidate must pass all courses at the first sitting, gain an average of 70 % or more overall and achieve Grade A in at least 70% of the courses.

GENERAL FACULTY REGULATION Requirement to withdraw Any candidate in any programme in the Faculty of Science & Technology who fails two or more courses in any semester will normally be required to withdraw from that programme. Applications for re-entry from students who were Required to Withdraw are not normally considered until a period of two years has elapsed.

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THE DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL & CHEMICAL SCIENCES Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc Biosafety Introduction

This programme in Biosafety is tailored to meet the demand for Biosafety expertise to control potential risks associated with the use of modern biotechnology products in trade and to promote the benefits, awareness and understanding of modern biotechnology in the region. The programme will be delivered in a blended learning format, consisting of a mixture of online and face-to-face modes of delivery for several courses. Objectives The aims of this programme are to: 1. Create a cadre of skilled Biosafety experts with knowledge of biotechnology within the Caribbean Region; 2. Sustain the benefits of biotechnology in the region while demonstrating the need for its safe application; 3. Provide students with Biosafety skills in biotechnology and the ability to identify the risks involved; 4. Provide a response to both national and regional Biosafety needs among various stakeholders as outlined in the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity. Entry Requirements The general prerequisite for entry into the M.Sc./Postgraduate Diploma in Biosafety will be a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University at a minimum of Second Class Honours (or equivalent) in the following disciplines: •

Any Biological, Life or Natural Science.

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Any other discipline related to Biosafety, or

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Law (LLB) plus knowledge or working experience of Biosafety, or

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An appropriate Social Science, plus knowledge or working experience of Biosafety, or significant working experience in the Biosafety environment.

Persons with a Diploma or certificate training in Biosafety or Biotechnology and significant working experience in the Biosafety environment will be considered on a case by case basis. Candidates registering for one or more of these courses must be eligible for Postgraduate matriculation at UWI.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES Duration

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Full time students are expected to complete the MSc. programme in 15 months and part-time students in 30 months. Students enrolled in the Postgraduate Diploma programme are expected to complete the programme in 8 months. Programme Structure / Course of Study M.Sc. Biosafety To be awarded the M.Sc. in Biosafety the student must complete 24 credits of the Core courses in the programme, one elective and a capstone or research project consisting of 9 credits. All courses are offered in an online format except BISF 6005. Students are expected to complete a not-for-credit training course as an introduction to the online environment. Postgraduate Diploma Biosafety To be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Biosafety the student must complete 22 total credits in the programme, comprising three Core courses and one elective course. All courses are offered in an online format except BISF 6005. Students are expected to complete a not-for-credit training course as an introduction to the online environment. LIST OF COURSES Core BISF 6000 BISF 6001 BISF 6002 BISF 6003 BISF 6009

Introduction to biotechnology and molecular biology (6 credits) Biosafety, Biotechnology and the Environment (6 credits) Biosafety, Biotechnology and the Environment (6 credits) Biosafety of Genetically Modified Organisms (6 credits) Biosafety Research project (MSc students only) (9 credits)

Electives BISF6004 BISF6005

Legal Aspects of Biosafety in Biotechnology (4 credits) Molecular Diagnostics of GMO/LMO (Lab Based Methods) (4 credits)

Link to Course Descriptions Link to Subject codes and Descriptions Return to Table of Contents

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MPhil/PhD Degrees

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Molecular Biology Ecology Behavioural Ecology Conservation Biology Marine Biology Malacology Sports Agronomy Post-Harvest Physiology Biochemistry of Vascular Disease Microbiology Microbial Ecology Microbial Biochemistry Food Microbiology Genetics Horticulture Plant Pathology

Chemical Sciences • •

Natural Products Chemistry Clinical Organic Chemistry

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Chemistry Education Water Chemistry Environmental Chemistry

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Membrane Technology Heterocyclic Chemistry

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Supramolecular Chemistry

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Nanotechnology

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Organic Synthesis Bonding in Inorganic Chemistry

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Computational Chemistry

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Programme Structure/Course of study Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme are required to successfully: 1. Complete a minimum of six (6) credits of coursework for MPhil, or nine (9) credits of coursework for PhD, 2. Present seminars (2 for MPhil/3 for PhD), and 3. Submit a thesis. Courses Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme should discuss with their supervisor suitable courses which would satisfy the credit requirements. Ideally, courses should be completed in the first year. Compulsory Seminar Presentations For each seminar, candidates are required to present their up to date research or a research topic arising out of the candidate’s research. Candidates will field questions put to them afterwards. When possible, the audience should also include the candidate’s supervisor and thesis supervisory committee members. Thesis Candidates are required to present and defend a Thesis of acceptable scope and quality for the degree. The Thesis must follow the guidelines set out in the University’s Thesis guide. Award of the Degree The successful completion of the required coursework, the compulsory Seminar presentations and the Thesis will lead to the award of the Degree.

LIST OF COURSES Compulsory for all students FPAS 6000

Scientific Literature Review

Available to all students as necessary FPAS 6010 FPAS 6020 FPAS 6030

Basic Statistics for Graduates Writing a Scientific Paper Research Methods

Compulsory for all students depending on their programme

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES GRSM 6000 MPhil Research Seminar 1 GRSM 6001 MPhil Research Seminar 2 BIOC 6000 BIOL 6000 CHEM 6000 ECOL 6000 MICR 6000

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MPhil Biochemistry Thesis MPhil Biology Thesis MPhil Chemistry Thesis MPhil Ecology Thesis MPhil Microbiology Thesis

GRSM 8001 PhD Research Seminar 1 GRSM 8002 PhD Research Seminar 2 GRSM 8003 PhD Research Seminar 3 BIOC 8000 BIOL 8000 CHEM 8000 ECOL 8000 MICR 8000

PhD Biochemistry Thesis PhD Biology Thesis PhD Chemistry Thesis PhD Ecology Thesis PhD Microbiology Thesis

Research Students may also be permitted (with the approval of their Supervisor) to take courses from other offerings within the Faculty. Link to Course Descriptions Link to Subject codes and Descriptions Return to Table of Contents

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THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS & PHYSICS Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc Computing Innovation With concentrations in E-Business, Gaming, and Mobile Applications Introduction

The Post-Graduate Diploma and M.Sc. Computing Innovation programmes focus on the lucrative areas of gaming, mobile applications and e-business. They provide training in gaming, mobile applications and ebusiness solutions development for individuals in both the public and private sectors. The Diploma and M.Sc. Computing Innovation programmes have three concentrations, namely gaming, mobile applications and e-business. The e-Business concentration trains individuals in the development of e-business solutions for small and large organisations within the public and private sectors. The programme provides focused training in areas such as the foundations of e-business, information security and ethics, starting an e-business, web application development and e-marketing. The Gaming concentration focuses on the lucrative area of gaming. In this programme, individuals are trained in the development of online and mobile games. It provides focused training in areas such as Android and iOS application development, quality assurance, massively multiplayer online games development, digital storytelling and computer modeling and animation. The Mobile Applications concentration trains individuals in the development of applications for mobile devices. These applications have become a key part of the strategies of businesses and organisations due to the sheer number of mobile devices currently in use both in developed and developing countries. The programme provides focused training in areas such as Android and iOS application development, software engineering, quality assurance, interaction design and security. The training provided in this programme is therefore essential for the development of local, regional and global businesses. Aims and Objectives These programmes aim to: 1. Position regional businesses for growth in the global marketspace through targeted training; 2. Enable businesses and entrepreneurs to leverage ICT to increase productivity and cut costs; 3. Usher in a new breed of technology entrepreneurs capable of creating high technology products for the local, regional and global marketspaces; 4. Create mobile applications for local, regional and international consumption; 5. Create a community of game developers capable of producing novel, high quality games for the local, regional and global marketspaces. The objectives of the programmes are: 1. To discuss the constraints involved in the development of high-technology products in developing

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states and to formulate creative workarounds; To explain the legal, regulatory, ethical and social frameworks required to launch and sustain local, regional and global initiatives; To find solutions to common problems using new and existing technologies; To analyze and evaluate current business processes with the view of process re-engineering for improved efficiency and productivity; To plan and market these products and services; To create an enabling environment for the development of businesses with a global reach; and To create new products and services.

Entry Requirements The entry requirement for the Mobile Applications and Gaming concentrations of the Post-Graduate Diploma and M.Sc. in Computing Innovation programmes is at least a second class honours Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science / Information Technology or related discipline. The entry requirement for the e-Business concentration is at least a second class honours Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Candidates with a Pass degree and significant industry experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All applicants should ensure that they have the necessary prerequisites for the courses they intend to read. Programme Structure / Course of Study To be awarded the Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation the student must complete 20 credits of coursework and a 4 credit Mini Capstone project. All students must also complete the “Starting an eBusiness” workshop for no credit. All courses in each concentration are compulsory. To be awarded the M.Sc. Computing Innovation the student must complete 36 credits of coursework and an 8 credit Capstone project. All students must also complete the “Starting an e-Business” workshop for no credit. Students completing a research-based Capstone Project are also required to complete the “Kick-starting your Research Workshop” for no credit. Transition Students who are pursuing the Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation degree may choose to transition to the M.Sc. Computing Innovation degree at any time prior to the start of the Mini Capstone Project provided that they receive the necessary permissions to do so from the Campus Committee. In addition, students who may have been pursuing, but did not complete, the M.Sc. Computing Innovation programme may be awarded the Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation once they have satisfied all of the requirements of that programme (including the Mini Capstone Project). Duration Candidates in the Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation are expected to complete the programme requirements in 11 months.

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Candidates in the M.Sc. Computing Innovation are expected to complete the programme requirements in 14 months (full-time) or 28 months (part-time).

LIST OF COURSES All courses worth 4 credits unless otherwise stated Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation Concentration in eBusiness All courses compulsory COMP 6102 An introduction to e-Business COMP 6108 Starting an e-Business Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6115 Web Technologies COMP 6202 e-Marketing (2 credits) COMP 6204 Foundations of e-Business COMP 6302 Information and Knowledge Management COMP 6325 Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) COMP 6510 Mini Capstone Project M.Sc. Computing Innovation Concentration in eBusiness All courses compulsory COMP 6102 An introduction to e-Business COMP 6108 Starting an e-Business Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6115 Web Technologies COMP 6202 e-Marketing (2 credits) COMP 6204 Foundations of e-Business COMP 6206 Interaction Design COMP 6208 System Quality Assurance COMP 6302 Information and Knowledge Management COMP 6304 Information Security, Ethics and Legal Aspects COMP 6309 Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) COMP 6325 Advanced Web Technologies COMP 6511 Capstone Project (8 credits) Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation Concentration in Mobile Applications COMP 6109 iOS Development Environment (6 credits) OR COMP 6107 Android Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6211 Advanced Software Engineering COMP 6307 Mobile Communications and Security COMP 6308 Data Mining on Mobile Devices COMP 6309 Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) COMP 6510 Mini Capstone Project

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES M.Sc. Computing Innovation Concentration in Mobile Applications All courses compulsory COMP 6109 iOS Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6107 Android Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6211 Advanced Software Engineering COMP 6206 Interaction Design COMP 6208 System Quality Assurance COMP 6307 Mobile Communications and Security COMP 6308 Data Mining on Mobile Devices COMP 6306 Capacity Planning for Networked Applications (2 credits) COMP 6309 Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) COMP 6511 Capstone Project (8 credits)

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Post-Graduate Diploma Computing Innovation Concentration in Gaming COMP 6107 Android Development Environment (6 credits)or COMP 6109 iOS Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6216 COMP 6318 COMP 6209 COMP 6309 COMP 6510

Game Development Essentials Mobile Game Development Computer Graphics Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) Mini Capstone Project

M.Sc. Computing Innovation Concentration in Gaming COMP 6107 Android Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6109 iOS Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6123 Computer Modelling and Animation Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6206 Interaction Design COMP 6208 System Quality Assurance COMP 6209 Computer Graphics COMP 6216 Game Development Essentials COMP 6221 Digital Storytelling Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6318 Mobile Game Development COMP 6319 Game Physics and AI COMP 6511 Capstone Project (8 credits) OR COMP 6512 Capstone Project: Massively Multiplayer Online Game Development (8 credits) Link to Course Descriptions Link to Subject codes and Descriptions Return to Table of Contents

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MSc Computing Research

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Introduction The M.Sc. Computing Research programme is a specially crafted research degree comprising a customisable taught component followed by a research paper. This programme begins by providing students with a solid foundation in their research area through the taught component of the programme. Students can customise their foundation by pursuing courses in e-business, mobile applications, gaming, technology entrepreneurship or any combination of these areas. Students may pursue research in a wide number of areas including: e-business, e-commerce, mobile application development, gaming, technology entrepreneurship, user interface design, software engineering or a related area. The programme aims to: 1. Position regional businesses for growth in the global marketspace through targeted research and development; 2. Enable businesses and entrepreneurs to leverage ICT to increase productivity and cut costs; 3. Usher in a new breed of technology entrepreneurs capable of creating high technology products for the local, regional and global marketspace; Aims and Objectives The objectives of this programme are: 1. To discuss the constraints involved in the development of high-technology products in developing states and to formulate creative workarounds; 2. To explain the legal, regulatory, ethical and social frameworks required to launch and sustain local, regional and global initiatives; 3. To find solutions to common problems using new and existing technologies; 4. To analyze and evaluate current business processes with the view of process re-engineering for improved efficiency and productivity; 5. To plan and market these products and services; 6. To create an enabling environment for the development of businesses with a global reach; 7. To create a research community that exploits and evolves current technologies; 8. To create new products and services, and 9. To create and disseminate research results to the wider research community. Entry Requirements The entry requirement for the M.Sc. Computing Research programme is at least a second class honours Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree or equivalent in Computer Science / Information Technology or related discipline. Candidates with a Pass degree and significant industry experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. In addition, applicants applying for the programme should ensure that they have the necessary prerequisites for the courses they intend to read. Duration Candidates are expected to complete the programme requirements in 24 months (fulltime) or 48 months (part-time).

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Programme Structure / Course of Study Students have to gain 44 credits through successful completion of the “Kick-starting your Research Workshop,” 24 credits of electives, and a 20 credit Research Paper.

LIST OF COURSES All courses worth 4 credits unless otherwise stated Compulsory COMP 6518 COMP 6520

Kick-starting your Research Workshop (0 credits) Research Paper (20 credits)

Select 24 credits of electives from COMP 6102 An introduction to e-Business COMP 6107 Android Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6108 Starting an e-Business Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6109 iOS Development Environment (6 credits) COMP 6115 Web Technologies COMP 6123 Computer Modelling and Animation Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6124 An Introduction to Technology Entrepreneurship COMP 6126 New Product Development and Intellectual Property Protection COMP 6202 e-Marketing (2 credits) COMP 6204 Foundations of e-Business COMP 6206 Interaction Design COMP 6208 System Quality Assurance COMP 6209 Computer Graphics COMP 6211 Advanced Software Engineering COMP 6216 Game Development Essentials COMP 6221 Digital Storytelling Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6222 Business Opportunity Development COMP 6224 Business Leadership for Technology Entrepreneurs COMP 6302 Information and Knowledge Management COMP 6304 Information Security, Ethics and Legal Aspects COMP 6306 Capacity Planning for Networked Applications (2 credits) COMP 6307 Mobile Communications and Security COMP 6308 Data Mining on Mobile Devices COMP 6309 Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) COMP 6318 Mobile Game Development COMP 6319 Game Physics and AI COMP 6321 Technology Entrepreneurship and New Venture Management Workshop (0 credits) COMP 6323 Information Technology Project Management COMP 6325 Advanced Web Technologies Link to Course Descriptions Link to Subject codes and Descriptions Return to Table of Contents

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Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc Technology Entrepreneurship

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Introduction The Post-Graduate Diploma and M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship programmes aim to train entrepreneurs in the creation of high-technology products and methods of taking these products to market. These programmes fuse the areas of application development, e-business and technology entrepreneurship in a new and creative way poised to meet the emerging needs of the Caribbean region. Aims and Objectives The programme aims to: 1. Position regional businesses for growth in the global marketspace through targeted training; 2. Enable businesses and entrepreneurs to leverage ICT to increase productivity and cut costs; 3. Usher in a new breed of technology entrepreneurs capable of creating high technology products for the local, regional and global marketspace; 4. Create mobile applications for local, regional and international consumption; 5. Create a community of game developers capable of producing novel, high quality games for the local, regional and global marketspaces. The objectives of this programme are: 1. To discuss the constraints involved in the development of high-technology products in developing states and to formulate creative workarounds; 2. To explain the legal, regulatory, ethical and social frameworks required to launch and sustain local, regional and global initiatives; 3. To find solutions to common problems using new and existing technologies; 4. To analyze and evaluate current business processes with the view of process re-engineering for improved efficiency and productivity; 5. To plan and market these products and services; 6. To create an enabling environment for the development of businesses with a global reach; and, 7. To create new products and services. Entry Requirements The entry requirement for the Post-Graduate Diploma and M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship programmes is at least a second class honours Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree or equivalent. Candidates with a Pass degree and significant industry experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants to these programmes should ensure that they have the necessary pre-requisites for the courses they intend to read. Duration Candidates in the Post-Graduate Diploma Technology Entrepreneurship are expected to complete the programme requirements in 8 months. Candidates in the M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship are expected to complete the programme requirements in 18 months (fulltime) or 36 months (part-time).

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES Programme Structure / Course of Study

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To be awarded the Post-Graduate Diploma Technology Entrepreneurship the student must complete 20 credits of coursework and a 4 credit Mini Capstone project. All courses are compulsory. To be awarded the M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship the student must complete 36 credits of coursework and an 8 credit Capstone project. All students must also complete the “Technology Entrepreneurship and “New Venture Management” workshop for no credit. Transition Students who are pursuing the Post-Graduate Diploma Technology Entrepreneurship degree may choose to transition to the M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship degree at any time prior to the start of the Mini Capstone Project provided that they receive the necessary permissions to do so from the Campus Committee. In addition, students who may have been pursuing, but did not complete, the M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship programme may only be awarded the Post-Graduate Diploma Technology Entrepreneurship if they have satisfied all of the requirements of that programme (including the Mini Capstone Project).

LIST OF COURSES All courses worth 4 credits unless otherwise stated Post-Graduate Diploma Technology Entrepreneurship Compulsory for All students COMP 6108 COMP 6124 COMP 6126 COMP 6222 COMP 6224 COMP 6321 COMP 6323 COMP 6510

Starting an e-Business Workshop (0 credits) An Introduction to Technology Entrepreneurship New Product Development and Intellectual Property Protection Business Opportunity Development Business Leadership for Technology Entrepreneurs Technology Entrepreneurship and New Venture Management Workshop (0 credits) Information Technology Project Management Mini Capstone Project

M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship Compulsory for All students COMP 6124 COMP 6126 COMP 6222 COMP 6224 COMP 6321 COMP 6323 COMP 6511

An Introduction to Technology Entrepreneurship New Product Development and Intellectual Property Protection Business Opportunity Development Business Leadership for Technology Entrepreneurs Technology Entrepreneurship and New Venture Management Workshop (0 credits) Information Technology Project Management Capstone Project (8 credits)

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES M.Sc. Technology Entrepreneurship Select 16 elective credits from: COMP 6102 COMP 6107 COMP 6108 COMP 6109 COMP 6115 COMP 6123 COMP 6202 COMP 6204 COMP 6206 COMP 6208 COMP 6209 COMP 6211 COMP 6216 COMP 6221 COMP 6302 COMP 6304 COMP 6306 COMP 6307 COMP 6308 COMP 6309 COMP 6318 COMP 6319 COMP 6325

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An introduction to e-Business Android Development Environment (6 credits) Starting an e-Business Workshop (0 credits) iOS Development Environment (6 credits) Web Technologies Computer Modelling and Animation Workshop (0 credits) e-Marketing (2 credits) Foundations of e-Business Interaction Design System Quality Assurance Computer Graphics Advanced Software Engineering Game Development Essentials Digital Storytelling Workshop (0 credits) Information and Knowledge Management Information Security, Ethics and Legal Aspects Capacity Planning for Networked Applications (2 credits) Mobile Communications and Security Data Mining on Mobile Devices Mobile Web Application Development (2 credits) Mobile Game Development Game Physics and AI Advanced Web Technologies

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MPhil/PhD Degrees

2015-2016

Entry Requirements MPhil Candidates require at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree with a strong background in the discipline into which entry is being sought. All research students must register initially for the MPhil degree but may later, with suitable progress, be upgraded to register for the PhD degree. In cases where the candidate already has an MPhil degree (or equivalent), direct entry to the PhD is possible. Availability of Expertise and Resources Admission is contingent upon whether candidates have a thesis proposal compatible with the expertise and resources available in the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics. Areas of Study Major research interests of staff members in this department are:Computer Science • Parallel and Distributed Algorithms • Self-stabilization • Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems • Database Management • Information Systems • Software Engineering • Networks and Communications • Data Modeling • Visualization • Climate Modelling • Human-Computer Interaction • Gaming • Mobile Applications • Life Management Systems • Computers in Education • E-Business Electronics • Digital Communication • Microcontroller Applications • Control Electronics. • Robotics & Automation Mathematics • Graph Theory and Combinatorics • Approximation Theory • Foundations of Mathematics

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Measure Theory Biostatistics Arithmetic Functions Mathematical Statistics

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Meteorology • Limited Area Modeling • Tropical Hurricane Studies • Statistical Short-Term Forecasting Physics • Water Resources • Climate Change • Karst aquifer modeling • Statistical Physics • Renewable Energy Technologies • Liquid Crystals • Computational Physics Course of study Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme are required to successfully: 1. Complete a minimum of six (6) credits of coursework for MPhil/nine (9) credits of coursework for PhD, 2. Present seminars (2 for MPhil/3 for PhD), and 3. Submit a thesis. Courses Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme should discuss with their supervisor suitable courses which would satisfy the credit requirements. Courses should be completed in the first year. Compulsory Seminar Presentations For each seminar, candidates are required to write and present a paper to be photocopied and distributed beforehand on a topic arising out of their research, as well as to field questions put to them afterwards. Thesis Candidates are required to present and defend a Thesis of acceptable scope and quality for the degree. The Thesis must follow the guidelines set out in the University’s Thesis guide. Award of the Degree The successful completion of the required coursework, the compulsory Seminar presentations and the Thesis will lead to the award of the Degree.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES LIST OF COURSES

2015-2016

Compulsory for all students FPAS 6000 Scientific Literature Review Available to all students as necessary FPAS 6010 Basic Statistics for Graduates FPAS 6020 Writing a Scientific Paper FPAS 6030 Research Methods Compulsory for all students depending on their programme GRSM 6000 MPhil Research Seminar 1 GRSM 6001 MPhil Research Seminar 2 COMP 6000 ELET 6000 MATH 6002 METE 6900 PHYS 6000

MPhil Computer Science Thesis MPhil Electronics Thesis MPhil Mathematics Thesis MPhil Meteorology Thesis MPhil Physics Thesis

GRSM 8001 GRSM 8002 GRSM 8003

PhD Research Seminar 1 PhD Research Seminar 2 PhD Research Seminar 3

COMP 8000 ELET 8000 MATH 8000 METE 8000 PHYS 8000

PhD Computer Science Thesis PhD Electronics Thesis PhD Mathematics Thesis PhD Meteorology Thesis PhD Physics Thesis

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THE CENTRE FOR RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (CERMES)

2015-2016

MSc Natural Resource and Environmental Management Introduction The MSc Natural Resource and Environmental Management Programme seeks to provide graduate students with advanced training in techniques, mechanisms and policies for sustainable use and management of natural resources in the Caribbean. Objectives The overall objective of the Masters Programme in Natural Resource and Environmental Management is to contribute to sustainable development in the Caribbean region by training professionals in environmental and natural resource management. Entry Requirements A Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in a discipline appropriate to the MSc with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.8 or Lower Second Class Honours or its equivalent is required for entry to the programme. The minimum level of the degree required may be re-assessed for candidates with extensive professional experience in an appropriate discipline. Duration The Programme is delivered full-time in 14 months. This includes a ten-month period for course delivery and examination, and four-month period for the research project. Courses are taught as two to three week modules, with examinations following the completion of each module where applicable. Programme Structure / Course of Study The MSc consists of seven core courses, four specialisation stream courses, and a research paper. Core courses consist of 24 hours of lectures and an average of 12 hours of practical work. Specialisation courses are worth four credits each and consist of 36 hours of lectures and an average of 18 hours of practical work. The research paper is worth eight credits. Students must therefore obtain a total of 45 credits as follows: 21 credits from core courses;16 credits from courses in the stream of specialisation; and 8 credits from a research project. Students may be exempted from one or more core courses depending on their qualifications on entry to the Programme. Students who have chosen one stream should note that they may substitute one course from any other stream. On successful completion such students would be awarded the degree in the chosen stream.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES SPECIALISATION STREAMS

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Coastal and Marine Resource Management This stream provides students with the knowledge and skills in concepts, policies, tools and techniques necessary for fishery and coastal zone management, and with a clear appreciation of the transdisciplinary approach required to be either effective fishery and coastal zone managers or effective advisors and consultants to organisations whose activities impact on the coastal zone. Emphasis will be on Caribbean case studies, with ample opportunity for practical experience. Climate Change This stream provides students with an understanding of the causes of climate change globally and within the Caribbean, with knowledge of current climate trends and projections for the Caribbean, with an appreciation of potential impacts of climate change on natural and socio-economic systems in the region, with a knowledge of adaptive and mitigative measures available to buffer the impacts, with an understanding of the regional and international policy framework within which climate change is addressed, and with the negotiation skills required to make significant contributions at regional and international climate change meetings and Conventions. Water Resources Management This stream prepares graduates to address technical, social, economic and political dimensions of water resources management, especially in Small Island Developing States. The specialisation courses will cover the physical and organizational dimensions of water supply, distribution and wastewater management and the variety of issues facing water services managers. They will provide training in hydrological and geohydrological (groundwater) analysis techniques and their application. Orientation A mandatory two (2) day orientation is held before classes start as an introduction to the MSc in Natural Resource and Environmental Management. During this period, students are introduced to CERMES staff and are given tours of the facilities at CERMES and the University.They are also given a day tour of Barbados where CERMES staff introduce them to the issues associated with natural resource management in the context of a Small Island Developing State. Field Trips For all specialisation streams students may be given the opportunity to go on one-week field trips. These are typically undertaken within the wider Caribbean region, and students may be asked to contribute up to half of all travel costs towards the trips.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES LIST OF COURSES

2015-2016

Core (3 credits each) ENVT 6000 Concepts and Issues for Environmental Managers ENVT 6001* Introduction to Environmental Planning and Management ENVT 6002 Professional Skills for Environmental Management ENVT 6101 Geoinformatics for Environmental Management ENVT 6102* Resource Economics ENVT 6100 Environmental Impact Assessment ENVT 6120 Measurement and Analysis in Natural Resource Management COASTAL AND MARINE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION (4 credits each) ENVT 6122 Fisheries Biology and Management ENVT 6123 Sustainable Tourism in the Coastal Zone ENVT 6124 Coastal Ecology and Dynamics ENVT 6125 Managing Coastal and Marine Resources and Biodiversity CLIMATE CHANGE SPECIALISATION (4 credits each) ENVT 6130 Climate Dynamics and Modeling ENVT 6131 Policy Response to Climate Change ENVT 6132 Vulnerability to Climate Change and Impact Assessment ENVT 6133 Climate Change Impacts: Mitigationand Adaptation WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION (4 credits each) ENVT 6200 Hydrology ENVT 6220* Water & Wastewater Management ENVT 6210 Groundwater Resources ENVT 6230 Water Management &the Environment * Online courses RESEARCH PROJECT (July â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oct all students) ENVT 6900 Research Project (8 credits)

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MSc Renewable Energy Management

2015-2016

Introduction This programme responds to current regional and global imperatives with respect to the rising price of fossil fuels and the cost to the environment of their use. The energy sector is a critical sector for all the islands of the Caribbean region and, in most cases, represents a major source of economic vulnerability all other forms of economic activity hinge upon having a reliable and cost effective energy supply. Improvements are required in the capacity of the human resource to properly manage the more efficient use of energy, and facilitate the uptake rate of renewable energy technologies. Improved technical expertise in the implementation of renewable energy technologies into the existing energy framework is required in order to make the essential transition to utilizing indigenous and often plentiful renewable energy resources. Objectives The emphasis in this Masters programme is on providing new graduates, and persons already working in various sectors of the economy, with professional education in sustainable energy related disciplines. The programme will provide basic expertise in these areas, furnishing graduates with the ability to begin or continue a career in the field of sustainable energy use. Entry Requirements To qualify for entry candidates should normally possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University with: 1. 2.

at least Second Class Honours or equivalent in Economics, Engineering, Management or natural sciences; or at least Second Class Honours or equivalent in any discipline plus relevant working experience in a related field, or significant work experience in a management environment

It is expected that the majority of entrants to the course will be from the following sectors: • Recent graduates seeking to upgrade their qualifications for work in an energy-related field • Workers in any field seeking to retool or upgrade their skills and qualifications • Managers in any field seeking to implement aspects of renewable energy in their environment Duration Full-time students are expected to complete the programme requirements in 15 months and part-time students in 27 months.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES Programme Structure / Course of Study

2015-2016

Students are required to gain 45 credits through successful completion of 12 courses - 8 compulsory and 4 elective â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and a Research Project. Preliminary material on the subjects of Energy Basics, Management Basics, and Valuing the Environment will be made available prior to the commencement of the programme to ensure that students have the desired background knowledge. LIST OF COURSES All courses worth 3 credits unless otherwise stated Compulsory ACCT 6017 PTMT 6007 PTMT 6009 RNEM 6010 RNEM 6015 RNEM 6020 RNEM 6025 RNEM 6030 RNEM 6090

Quantitative Methods for Management Essentials of Management for Project Managers Social and Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Sources and Clean-Energy Systems Energy Economics Energy Use and Energy Auditing Shaping Sustainable Energy Systems OESH & Public Policy for RE in Industry Research Report (9 credits)

Select 4 electives from: ACCT 6010 MGMT 6139 PTMT 6002 RNEM 6035 RNEM 6040 RNEM 6045 RNEM 6050 RNEM 6055 RNEM 6060

Accounting for Managerial Decision-making Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Information Management for Projects Applied Informatics in Energy Planning Physics for Renewable Energy (PRE) Wind Energy Bioenergy Solar Energy Sustainable Energy Innovation, Implementation and Entrepreneurship

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MPhil/PhD in Natural Resource Management

2015-2016

Entry Requirements MPhil Candidates require at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree with a strong background in the discipline into which entry is being sought. All research students must register initially for the MPhil degree but may later, with suitable progress, be upgraded to register for the PhD degree. In cases where the candidate already has an MPhil degree (or equivalent), direct entry to the PhD is possible. Availability of Expertise and Resources Admission is contingent upon whether candidates have a thesis proposal compatible with the expertise and resources available in the CERMES. Areas of Study Major research interests of staff members in this department are:• Natural Resource Governance Systems • Coastal Zone Management and Planning • Fisheries • Water Resources • Climate Change. Course of study Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme are required to successfully: 1. Complete a minimum of six (6) credits of coursework for MPhil/nine (9) credits of coursework for PhD, 2. Present seminars (2 for MPhil/3 for PhD), and 3. Submit a thesis. Courses Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme should discuss with their supervisor suitable courses which would satisfy the credit requirements. Courses should be completed in the first year. Compulsory Seminar Presentations For each seminar, candidates are required to present their up to date research or a research topic arising out of the candidate’s research. Candidates will field questions put to them afterwards. When possible, the audience should also include the candidate’s supervisor and thesis supervisory committee members. Thesis Candidates are required to present and defend a hesis of acceptable scope and quality for the degree. The thesis must follow the guidelines set out in the University’s Thesis guide. Candidates should also determine whether the materials for the thesis, or a substantial part thereof, are

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available either in the Library here at Cave Hill or elsewhere locally or regionally. The candidate should also determine whether it may be necessary to travel abroad in pursuit of these objectives and how the necessary financial support to accomplish this might be obtained. Conferment of the Degree The successful completion of the required coursework, the compulsory Seminar presentations and the Thesis will lead to the award of the Degree.

LIST OF COURSES Compulsory for all students FPAS 6000 Scientific Literature Review Available to all students as necessary FPAS 6010 Basic Statistics for Graduates FPAS 6020 Writing a Scientific Paper FPAS 6030 Research Methods Compulsory for all students depending on their programme GRSM 6000 MPhil Research Seminar 1 GRSM 6001 MPhil Research Seminar 2 NARM 6000 MPhil Natural Resource Management Thesis GRSM 8001 GRSM 8002 GRSM 8003 NARM 8000

PhD Research Seminar 1 PhD Research Seminar 2 PhD Research Seminar 3 PhD Natural Resource Management Thesis

Research Students may also be permitted (with the approval of their Supervisor) to take courses from other offerings withinthe Faculty. Link to Course Descriptions Link to Subject codes and Descriptions Return to Table of Contents

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FACULTY OFFICE

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MPhil/PhD in Environmental Studies Introduction The Faculty offers the interdisciplinary degree in Environmental Studies which can be supervised by members of any department. Entry Requirements MPhil Candidates require at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree with a strong background in the area in which they wish to undertake their research. All research students are normally expected to register initially for the MPhil degree but may later, with suitable progress, be upgraded to register for the PhD degree. In cases where the candidate already has an MPhil degree (or equivalent), direct entry to the PhD is possible. Availability of Expertise and Resources Admission is contingent upon whether candidates have a thesis proposal compatible with the expertise and resources available in any department within the Faculty. Areas of Study • Major research interests of staff members in theFaculty are:-Coastal Zone Management and Planning • Fisheries • Water Resources • Climate Change Environmental pollution Energy and the environment Renewable energy resource assessment Clean energy technologies (including: solar PV, solar thermal, wind energy, marine energy, bioenergy, energy efficiency, energy storage, integrated energy systems) Sectoral energy use (transport, residential, construction, commercial, tourism, water, utilities) Social and environmental impact of energy sector Long-range alternative energy planning Energy economics Energy policy Course of study Students in the MPhil and PhD degree programme are required to successfully: 1. Complete a minimum of six (6) credits of coursework for MPhil/nine (9) credits of coursework for PhD, 2. Present seminars (2 for MPhil/3 for PhD), and 3. Submit a thesis.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES Courses

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Content courses in this programme are available through the MSc programmes available in any department of the Faculty. Students should discuss with their supervisor suitable courses which would satisfy the credit requirements. Courses should be completed in the first year. Compulsory Seminar Presentations For each seminar, candidates are required to write and present a paper to be photocopied and distributed beforehand on a topic arising out of their research, as well as to field questions put to them afterwards. Thesis Candidates are required to present and defend a thesis of acceptable scope and quality for the degree. The thesis must follow the guidelines set out in the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thesis guide. Award of the Degree The successful completion of the required coursework, the compulsory Seminar presentations and the Thesis will lead to the award of the Degree.

LIST OF COURSES Compulsory for all students FPAS 6000 Scientific Literature Review Available to all students as necessary FPAS 6010 Basic Statistics for Graduates FPAS 6020 Writing a Scientific Paper FPAS 6030 Research Methods Compulsory for all students depending on their programme GRSM 6000 MPhil Research Seminar 1 GRSM 6001 MPhil Research Seminar 2 ENVT 6990 MPhil Environmental Studies Thesis GRSM 8001 GRSM 8002 GRSM 8003 ENVT 8000

PhD Research Seminar 1 PhD Research Seminar 2 PhD Research Seminar 3 PhD Environmental Studies Thesis

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

2015-2016

Courses are listed here in alphanumeric order by Course Code – i.e. Subject Code followed by Course Number. Descriptions for all Subject codes are given in the next section. COURSE CODE: ACCT 6010 (course from Faculty of Social Sciences) TITLE: Accounting for Managerial Decision Making CREDITS: 3 Description Accounting systems provide important financial information for all types of organizations across the globe. Despite their many differences, all financial accounting systems are built on a common foundation. Economic concepts, such as assets, liabilities, and income, are used to organize information into a fairly standard set of financial statements. Management accounting systems refer to the firm’s internal systems of costing products or services and their interpretation. This course provides the fundamentals for understanding financial and managerial accounting information, and the application of such information to managerial decision making. A variety of manufacturing and service industries are studied to demonstrate design of flexible cost systems to match the firm’s technological, competitive and/or multinational environments. Applications to budgeting, variance analysis, pricing models, performance evaluation and incentives are demonstrated. Case discussion and analytical “what if” modes of instruction are used to enhance managerial skills of students. Assessment 40% Coursework; 60% Final Examination COURSE CODE: ACCT 6017 (course from Faculty of Social Sciences) TITLE: Quantitative Methods for Management CREDITS: 3 Description A wide range of quantitative techniques are applied to the analysis of management problems. This course will provide students with the skills to apply a wide range of quantitative techniques to a variety of management problems in the various areas of management. A critical feature of the course is the use of managerial oriented cases to focus students on the application of quantitative techniques to management problems. Particular emphasis will be placed on computer based applications of quantitative techniques. Assessment 40% Coursework; 60% Final Examination

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES COURSE CODE: BIOC 6000 TITLE: MPhil Biochemistry Thesis CREDITS: 0

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Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: BIOC 8000 TITLE: PhD Biochemistry Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: BIOL 6000 TITLE: MPhil Biology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: BIOL 8000 TITLE: PhD Biology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail

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COURSE CODE: BISF 6000 TITLE: Introduction to Biotechnology and Molecular Biology CREDITS: 6 Description This course is intended to provide students with an introduction to Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. It provides general Molecular Biology concepts in Biotechnology and principles employed in producing genetically modified organisms (GMOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s). New ideas and understanding of current and emerging uses of biotechnology will be explored. The programme of study includes several areas of Biotechnology, critical to understanding the creation and application of Genetically Modified Organisms. This is necessary for practicing professionals and persons in Caribbean society to facilitate development goals in carrying out regional and international agreements such as the Cartagena protocol. In addition, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology seeks to serve regional practicing and non-practicing professions professionals in the biological sciences in the region through teaching and knowledge creation in the highly innovative field of Biotechnology which are core features of the mission of Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, as well as the requirement of the M.Sc. programme in Biosafety. Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: BISF 6001 TITLE: Biosafety, Biotechnology and the Environment CREDITS: 6 Description This course is intended to provide students with the necessary concepts in Ecology related to Biosafety and Biotechnology. It covers Biodiversity, Agricultural Ecology, Conservation of genetic resources and the ecology of Genetically Modified Crops. This programme of study includes several areas of basic Ecology critical to understanding the dynamic between agricultural systems and the environment. Biotechnology and Biosafety require an understanding of environmental safeguards, knowledge of basic ecological concepts, as well as the interplay between the environment and agriculture. Biodiversity safeguards are critical to sustainable development in the Caribbean. Knowledge creation is a core feature of the mission of Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences mission as well as the M.Sc. programme in Biosafety. Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: BISF 6002 TITLE: Biosafety Risk Analysis and Risk Management CREDITS: 6 Description This course is intended to provide students with general risk analysis methods and risk management techniques. It provides general concepts in biological risk assessment such as differentiation between

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commonly used terms in risk analysis, while allowing the student to conduct their own risk analysis and management strategies using simulated biological scenarios involving Biosafety risks. This course includes several areas of Biosafety critical to understanding and addressing responsible application of Genetically Modified Organisms in the Caribbean. This represents a key pillar in Caribbean development goals as the region implements regional and international agreements such as the Cartagena protocol. Biological risk analysis and management seeks to serve regional practicing and professionals by providing new knowledge in these rapidly changing fields of Biotechnology and Biosafety as new materials are being developed. Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: BISF 6003 TITLE: Biosafety of Genetically Modified Organisms CREDITS: 6

Description This course covers an introduction to the theoretical aspects of managing Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) and their derived products in agriculture and food systems. It provides the student with theories of Good Laboratory Practice and management skills in handling GMOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and their derived products. It also prepares students for the laboratory based course, Molecular Diagnostics of GMOs/LMOS. The programme of study includes several areas of handling Genetically Modified Organisms which are necessary for practicing professionals and Caribbean society in general to engage with regional and international trade agreements which address the use of these products in modern society.. Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: BISF 6004 TITLE: Legal Aspects of Biosafety in Biotechnology CREDITS: 4 Description This is intended to provide students with current statutes relating to Biosafety and the trade of goods pertaining to the Caribbean region. It covers binding and non-binding frameworks governing international agreements, regulations, guidelines and national laws on Biosafety worldwide and in the Caribbean. The programme of study includes critical laws and regulations pertaining to the safe use and trade of genetically modified organisms which forms part of the Caribbean development goals in ratification of regional and international agreements such as the Cartagena protocol. Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: BISF 6005 TITLE: Molecular Diagnostics of GMO /LMO: Laboratory Based Methods CREDITS: 4 Description This course covers current practical procedures for GMO detection. It includes basic PCR methods, alternative PCR methods e.g. LAMP-PCR, the use of lateral flow devices, ELIZA and an introduction to the use of analytical methods for GMO detection. It also provides students with the necessary skills to test for GMOs in their home territories using any of these methods and the ability to interpret data provided by these methods. Students will also be provided with a list of Diagnostic Service providers for GMO detection. This practical programme of study includes carrying out experimental procedures with Genetically of Modified Organisms in the lab which is a tenet of the mission of the University to be innovative, and create new knowledge by using the latest biotechnology procedures for GMO detection. This is a critical skill which needs to be created in the region among practicing professionals to effectively engage with Regional and International trade agreements which address the use of these products in modern society. Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: BISF 6009 TITLE: BIosafety Research Project CREDITS: 9 Description A research project is a fundamental component of the M.Sc. programme and this is reflected not only in the credit rating, but by the fact that the M.Sc. project runs for 5 months so that the student may have the necessary time to complete the project to a high standard. Students will come to the Course Coordinator during the second semester of the M.Sc. with potential ideas for their research project. A list of potential projects will also be made available for those students who do not have a specific topic in mind at the beginning of the second semester. During the second semester the student and the Course Coordinator will communicate face-to-face or online three times to further develop the research project idea, develop clear aims and objectives and identify second supervisors. The research project may cover any feasible aspect of Biosafety and Biotechnology or any applied issue in the subject area. It may involve field or laboratory based work or underpin studies being undertaken by staff within UWI, or it may address an issue related to a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s employer. For students outside of Barbados, the project may be undertaken in the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home territory with approval from the Course Coordinator. Assessment 100% Coursework

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COURSE CODE: CHEM 6000 TITLE: MPhil Chemistry Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: CHEM 8000 TITLE: PhD Chemistry Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: COMP 6102 TITLE: An introduction to e-Business CREDITS: 4 Description E-Business which encompasses e-commerce is a new and important vehicle for conducting business in the global economy. Using this method a business can market and sell its products and services online; exchange business information; or cut cost through the automation of business processes and the optimisation of value chains. This course introduces the student to e-business through an analysis of the barriers to e-business, revenue and business models, e-business strategies and payment systems; as well as, the planning and construction of e-business solutions. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Explain the Foundations of e-Business • Explain how business processes are managed • Summarise the issues related to migrating from a brick-and-mortar organization to an e-based organisation. • Summarise e-business related legislation and tax laws in the Caribbean • Distinguish between m-Commerce and e-Commerce • Distinguish between the categories of e-commerce, e-business, and e-government. • Analyse the barriers to e-Business in developing countries (including the Caribbean) through case studies and academic literature • Analyse e-Business strategies • Analyse revenue and business models • Compare and contrast the technologies comprising the Internet and the World Wide Web

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• Compare and contrast traditional payment, e-payment and m-payment systems • Design simple Web interfaces using best practices • Plan an e-Business solution based on business requirements and strategies • Create an e-business website using a content management system Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP 6107 TITLE: Android Development Environment CREDITS: 6 Description The creation of mobile applications has unique challenges given the limited processing capabilities, screen sizes and memory resources available on the devices. In order to be a truly efficient mobile device programmer, one must have a good understanding of how to manage these resources. This is complicated by several factors. First, there is a wide range of feature-phones, smart-phones and tablets, for example, each model with their individual idiosyncrasies that must be considered when designing and implementing the application. Second, the technological advances of mobile devices and the accompanying upgrades to their operating systems represent a rapidly changing dynamic. It is therefore necessary for graduates to be current with the latest device features and development trends if they are to operate successfully within the application development market. The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to Android programming concepts and the best practices for mobile application development. Students will gain practical experience with the one or more development environments as they create Android applications. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Describe the process of system development for the Android OS • Differentiate the android development environments • Demonstrate the ability to use an Android development kit • Design an Android application utilising best practices • Evaluate an Android application • Create an Android application Assessment 100 % Coursework

COURSE CODE: COMP 6108 TITLE: Starting an e-Business Workshop CREDITS: 0 Description The skills required to start an e-business are wide and varied and includes technology, legal, financial and

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management issues. This course provides students with a practical introduction to the process of starting an e-business. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Discuss methods of marketing and branding a business • Discuss capital sources • Discuss launch strategies • Explain the need for a business plan • Explain how to move brick-and-mortar organisations online • Identify the accounting and legal requirements of a business • Identify risks and uncertainty • Select a revenue/business model • Analyse the components of a business plan • Monitor a running business • Evaluate an idea and find a niche market Assessment Pass / Fail on satisfactory attendance COURSE CODE: COMP 6109 TITLE: iOS Developing Environment CREDITS: 6

Description Apple mobile devices such as the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, have gained wide popularity in recent times and have also provided a rich opportunity for program developers to develop applications for these devices. The aim of this course is therefore to provide the student with all the fundamental tools required to develop applications for those devices and then to immerse the student into an application development environment. The course will address issues ranging from generic good design and programming principles, to specific Objective C and Cocoa Touch programming patterns, tips and tricks, along with Apple’s guidelines for application development and design. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Describe the overall iPhone OS programming steps • Explain the key software features provided by the iPhone OS • Explain the principles of the Model View Controller design pattern • Write Objective-C and Cocoa Touch applications • Demonstrate the utility of the Xcode development environment on the Macintosh • Demonstrate skills in using the iPhone SDK software interfaces • Demonstrate the principles behind location awareness • Demonstrate an understanding of the multi-touch interface model • Analyze the performance implications of developing applications on a constrained device • Debug, profile and optimize applications • Design the interface of a mobile application that conforms to Apple's Human Interface Guidelines

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• Create multimedia and mobile applications for the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP6115 TITLE: Web Technologies CREDITS: 4 Description A full appreciation of web technologies is essential when building e-Commerce/e-Business initiatives. Knowledge of these technologies ensures that the Web programmer builds the most effective solution for the given business. In this course students will be introduced to the technologies required to build dynamic web site for small and medium-size e-commerce/e-business initiatives. By the end of this course students will be able to: • Summarise the phases in the system workflow model • Use Web tools and ecommerce applications in the construction of e-commerce/e-business web sites • Apply OOD/P concepts to design and implement e-business solutions • Evaluate a dynamic website • Justify the use of web technologies for given projects • Design an e-commerce/e-business solution • Construct and query a normalised database • Construct a dynamic web site Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6123 TITLE: Computer Modelling and Animation Workshop CREDITS: 0 Description This course will incorporate the principles and fundamentals of animation with the techniques of 3D computer technology. The course will provide opportunities for the student to learn design skills used in 3D Animation and Architecture. Students will be exposed to the latest software programs, computer systems, and graphic output devices used in various industries. Activities in the areas of 3D Animation, Architectural 3D design Modelling, and Mechanical Illustration, will encompass both individual and team efforts. Topics will include: introduction to animation tools, principles of animation, transformation and deformation of objects, rigging, staging, lighting, and storyboarding. By the end of the course the student will be able to: • Describe animation methodologies • Explain the principles, rules and techniques of 3D animation.

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• Explain how camera and lighting affect animation can be used together to tell a story • Use the animation tools in Maya (or Rhinoceros) • Use design models • Create a simple skeleton with controls and to weight a character mesh for use in animation Assessment Pass/ Fail on satisfactory attendance COURSE CODE: COMP 6124 TITLE: An Introduction to Technology Entrepreneurship CREDITS: 4 Description The commercialisation of technologies (COT) by technology based entrepreneurs serves the dual role of knowledge creation and economic development. This COT process fuels the economies of many developed countries. This is a compelling reason for small developing economies to want to understand and study this process so that they can diversify their economies and generate wealth. This course introduces students to the concept of technology entrepreneurship through a study of entrepreneurs who commercialised high-technology products. It explains why poor developing countries consider the COT so important and exposes students to the process of creating a new venture, different types of ventures, and the models, theories, instruments and mechanisms of technology entrepreneurs. This course also introduces students to fundamental financial and management principles needed for technology based entrepreneurs. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Define technology entrepreneurship • Explain the meaning of the “valley of death” in COT • Explain the process of creating a new venture • Examine the role and importance of technology entrepreneurship to society • Distinguish between entrepreneurship and technology entrepreneurship • Analyse models, theories, instruments and mechanisms of technology entrepreneurship • Create value propositions • Evaluate and critique the successes and failures of technology based entrepreneurs Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6126 TITLE: New Product Development and Intellectual Property Protection CREDITS: 4 Description The process of developing new technology products is a key part of the entrepreneurial process. Understanding how to protect these product ideas will make the difference between successful and unsuccessful ventures. In this course students will learn how to create product ideas from available technologies which are appropriate for the researched markets (T-P-M linkages). The result of this process will be a prioritised list of product ideas from which value propositions can be developed. Students will also learn how to protect the generated intellectual property. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Define venture objectives • Define and research the opportunity space • Discuss the consequences of software piracy • Explain how patent and copyright laws may vary in different jurisdictions • List available (developed, owned or licensed) technologies • Use online tools to perform patent searches • Distinguish among patent, copyright, and trade secret protection • Develop Technology-Product-Market linkages • Prepare a patent application for an invention • Formulate an intellectual property strategy for an invention • Create value propositions • Create, evaluate and prioritise product ideas Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6202 TITLE: e-Marketing CREDITS: 2 Description One of the major questions facing high-technology organisations today is how they should best leverage and integrate the Internet (online) into traditional offline marketing strategies and media plans. In this course, students will explore offline and online marketing strategies and will be exposed to current methods that high-technology businesses use to market their products and services. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Describe how the Internet evolved into a mainstream technology • Explain behaviour of Internet consumers • Explain the concept of the Internet Value Chain

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• Analyse customer acquisition and retention strategies • Analyse the social and regulatory issues associated with Internet marketing • Measure and evaluate Internet marketing strategies • Create a marketing strategy Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP 6204 TITLE: Foundations of e-Business CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITES: An introduction to e-Business Description In order to improve profitability through e-business integration and business process re-engineering businesses need formulate e-business strategies and identify the e-business solutions needed to implement these strategies. The goal of this course is to expose students to the foundations of e-Business including e-business strategy formulation, IT infrastructure and e-business applications. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Define the concept of strategy and differentiate between different levels of strategy development. • Define the meanings of ‘stuck in the middle’ and ‘outpacing’. • Describe the life cycle of technological revolutions and illustrate it through different historic examples. • Recognize the four main periods of the e-business evolution over the past decade and explain the peculiar characteristics of each period. • Explain how creativity and analytical abilities contribute to the strategy development process • Explain the generic approaches to strategy formulation. • Summarise the strategic and organisational implications of e-business • Analyse the underlying technologies used for e-business applications • Analyse trends in the macro-environment and explain their implications for e-business venture • Analyse how firms can open up new market spaces and thereby create completely new types of value. • Compare and contrast the varying functions of e-business applications • Evaluate an e-business solution • Plan an e-business solution Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6206 TITLE: Interaction Design CREDITS: 4 Description With the rapid rise of consumer-oriented software and devices in both the consumer and enterprise markets, the importance of careful user interface design in the software development process has become paramount. In fact, usability has become one of the key success factors of any computer software. This course introduces students to the process of user interface or interaction design. The course aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for the successful design, evaluation and implementation of usable user interfaces on a range of devices and contexts. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Describe the goals of interaction design. • Explain the concept and role of the design stage. • Explain the concept and role of the evaluation stage. • Explain the concept and role of the implementation stage. • Select and apply tools for interface design, implementation and evaluation. • Select and use appropriate interaction devices (both input and output). • Use appropriate interface modalities such as sound, colour and menus. • Apply fundamental interaction design techniques in the design, implementation and evaluation of interfaces. • Apply appropriate design techniques for the given devices - mobile versus desktop devices, touch versus mouse-based devices. • Apply appropriate design techniques for the given contexts - web-based versus desktop applications versus mobile applications. • Create user interfaces using the appropriate design, implementation and evaluation methods and tools. Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6208 TITLE: System Quality Assurance CREDITS: 4 Description This course focuses on software system quality assurance and its relevant metrics as an important part of the development of games, mobile applications and web applications. The reviewed techniques span the software development phases from requirements through delivery and maintenance. On completing this course students will learn how to determine appropriate quality goals and relevant metrics. They will understand how to select, plan, and execute quality assurance activities throughout system development and evolution to predictably meet quality and schedule goals. They will learn how quality assurance can be incorporated into process improvement planning to increase the ability of an organization to cost-

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At the end of this course students will be able to: • Describe system quality philosophies, principles, methods, tools, standards as well as the fundamental concepts related to verification and validation processes • Describe the fundamental problems and risks associated with various technology development methodologies • List examples of techniques for product release and defect archiving • Select and define product/process metrics and analytical techniques • Demonstrate how and when to perform technology audits • Apply product/process metrics and analytical techniques • Evaluate the impact of software system quality management principles on business objectives for games and mobile applications • Design and implement technology quality programs • Create and evaluate test plans, execution documents and test strategies • Create automated tests for games and mobile applications • Create tests for complicated programming logic Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6209 TITLE: Computer Graphics CREDITS: 4 Description This course introduces the student to the generation of graphics for interactive applications using custom graphics hardware such as the Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). It addresses issues such as how a GPU works and how to program a GPU for applications such as games from mobile platforms, like the iPhone and iPad, right up to high end graphics from AMD/ATI and Nvidia. The course focuses on all aspects of computer graphics, including 2D/3D object representations, transformations, modelling and rendering algorithms. Particular emphasis is given on rendering algorithms for generating photo-realistic scenes with the help of illumination and reflection models and texture mapping techniques. The course also aims to provide an advanced foundation of OpenGL programming, which is a widely accepted standard for developing graphics applications. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Explain the function of custom graphic hardware • Apply the concepts of geometric modelling. • Apply the algorithms of detail optimization. • Apply multiple animations • Demonstrate familiar physical processes • Design software to implement camera view angle and the depth of field of still and animated scenes • Design software to perform the technique of rendering

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• Design software to produce animation of three dimensional objects. • Construct applications for realistic image definitions. • Construct scenes of common objects • Create animated scenes • Create special effects • Create a custom 3D scene Assessment 100% Coursework

COURSE CODE: COMP 6211 TITLE: Advanced Software Engineering CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITES(S): COMP2145 Software Engineering or Equivalent Description This course aims to further develop students understanding of the concepts and methods required for the construction of large software intensive systems. It aims to develop a broad understanding of the discipline of software engineering. It seeks to complement a familiarity with analysis and design with knowledge of the full range of techniques and processes associated with the development of complex software intensive systems. It aims to set these in an appropriate engineering and management context. At the end of this course, students will be able to: •Explain the issues affecting the organisation, planning and control of software-based systems development • Identify tools that can be used to plan and run a project • Analyse business requirements • Write requirements, specifications and testing documentation • Plan and run a small software intensive system development project Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6216 TITLE: Game Development Essentials CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 6109 iOS Development Environment or COMP 6108 Android Development Description Game industry revenues are estimated to be well over $25 billion USD per year worldwide. This amount has surpassed box office and musical concert revenues in the United States alone - one of the world’s largest economies. Countries that engage in game development typically find that games are one of their

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highest exports and the industry a significant employer. The Caribbean will benefit by fostering a game development community that can export games which will increase foreign exchange receipts and foster entrepreneurs and innovation. This course will provide students with a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of the game industry and the game development process including a historical framework of the game industry, content creation strategies, production techniques and future predictions. The lectures and examination will focus on differences between games and other forms of entertainment; usability and player control as primary aspects of game development; and gameplay as a form of storytelling. The lab sessions and programming projects will deal with translating the theory into practice.

At the end of the course students will be able to: • Recognize the characteristics and differences between a game and other entertainment media. • Describe the principles of creating compelling content including story structure, character development, balance and economies; level creation; audio to create atmosphere • Describe the player elements by exploring player motivation, demographics and psychographics • Explain the key elements of games including being able to review games, identify goals, platforms and genres. • Identify the roles and responsibilities of companies and development team members. • Classify the tools required by the development team • Explain the phases in the game development cycle including planning, production, prototype and playtesting, as well as game documentation. • Develop a game community using marketing, advertising and other promotion techniques including fanproduced content and modding. Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP 6221 TITLE: Digital Storytelling Workshop CREDITS: 0 PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 6216 Game Development Essentials Description Digital storytelling can be used as a tool for the creation of personal life stories or first-person journalism. It can also be used as an educational tool to help students learn multimedia and narrative skills. However, a broader view of digital storytelling exists, and that is the view of using digital technologies to tell highly interactive and immersive stories, whether there are fiction or non-fiction, and whether there are purely for entertainment of for educational or historical purposes. This course will provide students with a comprehensive introduction to digital storytelling. The instruction and assessments will focus on how digital storytelling fits into a large number of areas including serious games, virtual worlds, casual games, augmented reality, mobile entertainment alternate reality gaming and immersive environments. The lab sessions and programming projects will deal with translating the theory into practice. At the end of the course students will be able to: • Describe the historical context of digital storytelling. • Describe how digital storytelling developed and the recent developments in the field.

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• Describe the steps in the development process of a media project. • Explain the issues of media convergence as it relates to digital storytelling. • Classify the different types of media and models used in digital storytelling. • Design digital stories for purposes such as advertising, education and product promotion. • Create a story-rich project using major concepts and tools in digital storytelling. ASSESMENT Pass/Fail on satisfactory attendance COURSE CODE: COMP 6222 TITLE: Business Opportunity Development CREDITS: 4 Description Business plans are tools used by entrepreneurs to evaluate the viability of business opportunities and record their goals and objectives. Although having a business plan does not guarantee business success, not having one makes success less likely. This course teaches students how to identify and evaluate potential business opportunities, as well as evaluate and create business plans for high-technology ventures. By the end of the course the student, as a part of a group, will have created a business plan for a new venture. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Discuss the purpose and benefits of a business plan • Identify and evaluate business opportunities • Identify the essential components of a business plan • Appraise and interpret financial statements in business plans • Create a business plan for a high-technology venture • Evaluate and critique a business plan Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6224 TITLE: Business Leadership for Technology Entrepreneurs CREDITS: 4 Description The course provides students with the opportunity to: • Develop a range of skills to enable them to relate to, connect with and influence people and other entities within - and associated with - the technology start-up. • Develop the business acumen necessary to maximize the likelihood of success in an entrepreneurial environment. • Develop an awareness of social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility by challenging students to become champions for socially responsible businesses to build our evolving societies. On

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completing this course students will be able to forge and maintain strong working relationships with everyone involved in their technology start-up in order to move the business forward with the best technology expertise, have an understanding of the goals of their start-up and adopt a targeted approach to the overall competitive landscape. At the end of this course student will be able to: • Identify the appeals that are most persuasive when going out to influence others. • Identify recent trends in social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility. • Explain the implications of social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility for technology business that is for and not for-profit. • Explain personal orientations when leading, influencing and interacting with others. • Explain how organizational systems and conventionally-used management paradigms lead to misguided behaviour in technology organizations. • Explain the social impact and economic sustainability of technology business. • Explain what persons do and why they do it when in a less effective mode - thus reflecting on their style in a targeted manner to examine the origins of that style. • Choose positive actions that result in an effective technology business. • Use the Mind-Set Management perspective to describe what takes place in work environments by demonstrating an understanding of the Culbert and McDonough view of human nature, personal style, and how people think and operate when working with others • Demonstrate effectiveness in technology-based entrepreneurial scenarios through the implementation of practical knowledge of leadership strategies. • Demonstrate effectiveness in entrepreneurial scenarios through the implementation of practical knowledge of strategies for turning strong social ideas into viable ventures. Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP 6302 TITLE: Information and Knowledge Management CREDITS: 4 Description With the increasingly competitive nature of today’s business world appropriate information and knowledge management has become a critical resource to organizations and their success. This course introduces students to theoretical and practical aspects of information and knowledge management in organisations. The course aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for the analysis of an organization’s core information needs and the successful design, evaluation and implementation of usable information systems. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Explain the role of information within organizations. • Identify the data and information needs of an organization. • Identify critical business functions. • Describe how information is used and how it flows within an organization. • Define data warehousing, data mining and business continuity concepts and justify their use within an

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organization. • Define information backup & recovery, disaster recovery and information sharing concepts • Apply the appropriate design and implementation methods and tools for creating intranets and extranets • Demonstrate appropriate design methods, and use of implementation tools, for data warehousing and data mining • Evaluate backup & recovery tools and procedures that support business continuity • Evaluate the issues associated with information privacy and information ownership Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination

COURSE CODE: COMP 6304 TITLE: Information Security, Ethics and Legal Aspects CREDITS: 4 Description In today’s electronic environment, security of assets is becoming increasingly important as businesses and consumers become more dependent on complex systems that span multiple companies and countries. This course introduces students to theoretical and practical aspects of information security, ethics and legal aspects as it relates to data and information in organisations. The course aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for the planning and implementation of policies and procedures for the security of an organization’s information assets. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Explain the concept and role of information technology monitoring • Explain the concepts of identity theft, phishing, content filtering, encryption and firewalls • Identify and explain the difference between authorization and authentication • Categorize security threats to e-Business • Distinguish ethical from legal issues as they relate to information within the organization. • Distinguish information security policies from information security plans. • Evaluate different monitoring technologies • Evaluate the security of an e-commerce/e-business website, a game or a mobile application • Create ePolicies that address ethical use of information and devices in the business environment • Create an information security plan Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6306 TITLE: Capacity Planning for Networked Applications CREDITS: 2 Description Society is increasingly dependent upon the Web for day-to-day operation. This makes quality of service more specifically performance and service availability - extremely important. Performance analysis of networked applications, specifically those that run on the Internet, is a unique undertaking due to two factors: the large-scale nature of these applications which can scale up to thousands of servers and hundreds of millions of users and the random way users request resources. This module will teach students a quantitative approach to analyzing networked applications. It will provide students with a framework for understanding the complex relationships that exist on the Web and how these relationships impact application performance and availability. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Describe basic performance concepts • Describe different workload forecasting techniques • Identify performance issues of networked applications running on the Internet • Characterize application workloads • Calculate availability and reliability metrics for networked applications • Analyze benchmark and performance tests • Evaluate a capacity plan • Create a capacity plan based on forecasted workloads Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP 6307 TITLE: Mobile Communications and Security CREDITS: 4 Description The ubiquitous nature of mobile devices has revolutionized communication within societies on a global scale. Consequently, there are now new avenues via which users can both access and distribute content. However, while these devices provide for the comfort and convenience of the user, threats related to the security of data and applications are a major concern. In this module students will be exposed to the fundamentals of wireless signal transmission, medium access control and mobile networks. Additionally, the basic techniques of security, attacks and protection in mobile communication networks will also be examined. Students will be able to assess the security vulnerabilities of a mobile system and design or adapt protocols to mitigate these vulnerabilities. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Describe the fundamentals concepts of mobile communication systems • Describe the technologies and protocols involved in mobile communication • Describe the infrastructure required for and m-communication.

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• Explain the structure, design, and functionality of each of the major existing cellular networks: GSM, IS95, and 3G networks • Discuss the security vulnerabilities of a mobile system. • Discuss the various protocols used to mitigate security vulnerabilities in mobile systems • Analyze a mobile system to determine the vulnerabilities and to provide appropriate solutions • Advise on the latest developments and directions of research in modern cellular networks Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP 6308 TITLE: Data Mining on Mobile Devices CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITES(S): COMP 6109iOS Development Environment or COMP 6107 Android Development Environment Description The increased importance of mobile internet devices, such as smart phones and PDAs, has been evidenced by their worldwide proliferation. These highly personalisable devices provide a rich source of user-generated data which may be mined to produce valuable information to guide decision making processes. However, these mining opportunities may be limited by legal and privacy issues. In this course students will be exposed to the fundamentals of data mining along with the associated legal and privacy hurdles. The key mobile data mining approaches used to tackle the resource constraints of these small computational devices will be addressed. Students completing this course will be able to create data mining agents to collect data from device sensors and databases, and implement a data mining application for a modern mobile platform. The material delivered in the course is intended to provide a functional knowledge of data mining tools and techniques. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Discuss the legal and privacy issues associated with data mining • Determine the optimal data mining solution based on environmental parameters • Evaluate four data mining analytical models • Create a data mining application Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6309 TITLE: Mobile Web Application Development CREDITS: 2 Description Mobile internet devices currently outnumber desktop and laptop computers by more than three to one. These ubiquitous devices are now indispensable and are routinely used to provide both content and

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services. It is therefore important that the media employed to present these artifacts be designed and implemented in a manner that is compatible for these devices. In this course students will be exposed to the key guidelines, standards, best practices and techniques for designing and developing web applications for mobile devices. Students completing this course will be able to create dynamic websites suitable for mobile platforms. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Discuss the mobile development methodologies • Compare and contrast different strategies for adapting to mobile devices • Apply mobile web standards • Apply mobile UI design patterns • Design mobile web sites for targeted mobile devices and mobile browsers which include audio, video, social media and m-commerce functions • Create dynamic websites for mobile devices • Create a mobile development strategy • Create native applications from mobile web applications Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6318 TITLE: Mobile Game Development CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 6216 Game Development Essentials Description Game industry revenues are estimated to be well over $25 billion USD per year worldwide. This amount has surpassed box office and musical concert revenues in the United States alone - one of the world’s largest economies. Countries that engage in game development typically find that games are one of their highest exports and the industry a significant employer. The Caribbean will benefit by building a game development community that can export games which will increase foreign exchange receipts, support entrepreneurship and foster innovation. This course will provide students with knowledge of the overall process of designing videogames and applications for mobile and handheld hardware. Through coverage of team building, production, QA and a look at the black box of the publication process both for independent and publisher backed studios; students will learn the entire development process from initial concept to game design. The course will use real-life examples, interviews and advice from developers already well-established in the mobile industry. The lab sessions and programming projects will deal with translating the theory into practice. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Describe the mobile game development process from start to finish. • Explain the softer side of game development • Describe the mobile game development processes in use today. • Describe the architectural styles used to develop mobile games.

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• Explain the elements of good user interface design for mobile games • Use object-oriented techniques and the appropriate tools to design and build mobile games applications • Analyse the applicability of different design patterns to a given mobile game design problem • Use version control systems in mobile games development to manage art assets • Develop core components of a commercial mobile game using appropriate design, development and asset control methods • Appraise publication and marketing strategies and determine their suitability for various types of mobile game projects ASSESMENT 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6319 TITLE: Game Physics and AI CREDITS: 4 Description By the application of the laws of physics, one can realistically model nearly everything that bounces, flies, rolls, slides, or isn't sitting still. This allows persons to create compelling, believable content for your computer games, simulations, and animation. If you want to develop and enrich your games with physicsbased realism, this course will provide you with an excellent starting point. The game physics topics you will learn range from basic Newtonian physics to vehicle modelling to spring-mass systems. An AI programmer, on the other hand, develops the logic of the game to simulate intelligence in enemies and opponents, strategies and tactics in systems. At the end of this course the students will be able to: • Explain the Principles of Newtonian Physics • Explain the Kinematics and Motion Control • Explain simulating gravity • Explain the essential techniques in Collision Detection and Response • Demonstrate appropriate use of animation techniques • Apply the concepts of real time physics to game engines • Create an application to model acceleration and velocity • Create an application to simulate friction • Create an application to manipulate trajectories Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6321 TITLE: Technology Entrepreneurship and New Venture Management Workshop CREDITS: 0 Description Entrepreneurship requires the transforming of ideas into opportunities using a structured process. This intense course utilises case studies to explore the essential elements of the entrepreneurial process. The course will address the issues of: what is an entrepreneur, how to develop business models, how to secure financial resources, how to manage a growing venture and corporate entrepreneurship. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Identify and secure capital • Identify and manage uncertainty • Monitor a growing venture • Judge whether an individual is an entrepreneur • Develop business models for a new venture Assessment Pass/Fail on satisfactory attendance COURSE CODE: COMP 6323 TITLE: Information Technology Project Management CREDITS: 4 Description This course teaches students about the roles and responsibilities of a technology project manager as well as fundamental and best practice management techniques for technology project management. The course assumes no prior knowledge in management techniques and is intended to teach students how to develop approaches and styles of management specific to technology projects. The course assumes a basic understanding of software development and the software development life cycle and uses this basis to teach the student how to deliver technology projects on time, within budget, and to specifications. On completing this course student will have the practical skills required to: start a technology project with a clearly defined scope, set and manage stakeholder expectations, manage changing client requirements, and meeting quality standards. The student will also be able to identify and overcome the typical pitfalls of technology projects. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Identify the communication mechanisms for different audiences, and how to work with local and remote teams. • Identify the unique risks, issues, and critical success factors associated with technology projects. • Describe measurement theory for the management of technology projects and how to communicate the results. • Differentiate between the project management of technology initiatives from other kinds of projects,

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including hardware, technology and vendor relationships. • Apply project management principles and techniques as they relate to technology project planning, implementation and tracking. • Demonstrate the use of technology project management philosophies, principles, methods, tools, and standards • Demonstrate the use of various techniques for managing a technology development team. • Apply the appropriate product and process metrics and analytical techniques to a project • Apply the project life cycle to an information technology project • Infer the optimal time for product release. • Create a project management plan Assessment 70% Coursework; 30% Final Examination COURSE CODE: COMP6325 TITLE: Advanced Web Technologies CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITES: COMP6115 Web Technologies Description Due to the increasing popularity of the Internet many organisations have not only created web sites to market their businesses, but have also begun to web enabled their applications. Since these web applications are needed for the enterprise they must be easy to scale and secure. To simplify this process a number of vendors have designed and released enterprise-scale web-based frameworks. This course begins by comparing and contrasting two popular enterprise-scale web-based applications. It teaches students how to design, build and test components, and integrate them into the framework. Students also learn how to create, publish and consume web services. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Define “enterprise-scale web-based application” • Select an enterprise-scale web-based application framework based on application type • Compare and contrast enterprise-scale web-based frameworks • Design an enterprise-scale web-based application • Test and create enterprise-scale web-based applications • Create a web service Assessment 100% Coursework

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6510 TITLE: Mini Capstone Project CREDITS: 8 PRE-REQUISITES: Completion of all taught courses required for Diploma programme Description The mini capstone project is a shorter version of the capstone project created specifically for diploma students who are undertaken a programme of shorter duration. The mini capstone project inherits all of the characteristics of the capstone project but will be completed in the shorter time of three months. At the end of this course students will be able to: • Identify a project idea • Investigate the background materials required to start the project • Write a report/research paper documenting the project • Create a solution/model/framework for the project • Identify and evaluate different technological solutions for the project • Justify the selected solution • Evaluate the solution ASSESMENT 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6511 TITLE: Capstone Project CREDITS: 8 PRE-REQUISITE(S): Completion of all taught courses required for MSc programme Description At the end of the taught component of an M.Sc. degree it is necessary for students to consolidate their knowledge and demonstrate their mastery of the taught materials. The capstone project is one way for students to consolidate this knowledge by allowing them to pursue research or a project in their area of specialisation. The capstone project is a substantive project lasting for six month. In this course students will undertake a project either a) for an organisation, b) based on a research topic, or c) identified by the student(s) individually or in collaboration with a supervisor(s). This project will require the student(s) to a) build an application and report on it, or b) conduct a piece of research and write a research paper, for example create and evaluate/prove a theoretical model/framework, or complete a substantive research study. Students may or may not pursue the commercialisation of their projects. In addition, students pursuing a research project are required to complete the Kick-Starting your Research workshop.

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The capstone project may be completed individually or as part of a group. Working as a part of a group is strongly encouraged since it develops group collaboration skills and allows more to be accomplished. ASSESMENT 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6512 TITLE: Capstone Project: Multiplayer Online Game Development CREDITS: 8 PRE-REQUISITES: Completion of all taught courses required for programme Description Game industry revenues are estimated to be well over $25 billion USD per year worldwide. This amount has surpassed box office and musical concert revenues in the United States alone - one of the world’s largest economies. Countries that engage in game development typically find that games are one of their highest exports and the industry is a significant employer. Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOGs) have the potential to generate many times the revenue of their standalone counterparts however this comes with a high risk of failure. This course will help students navigate the complex process of creating a MMOG. They will learn how to organize the development of a MMOG from different perspectives including technological, organizational, financial and creative. Students will be exposed to MMOGs from a high level so that they will understand the essential building blocks and the risks associated with each component. This course will provide students with the opportunity to build a major component of an MMOG that will allow them to put all the theory of game development into practice. The capstone project may be completed individually or as part of a group. Working as a part of a group is strongly encouraged since it develops group collaboration skills and allows more to be accomplished. At the end of the course students will be able to: • Distinguish between online multiplayer game development and single player games. • Find and analyse marketing and community management issues specific to online game development • Apply a structural approach to game design and gameplay mechanics associated with online games. • Judge designs, technologies, and business considerations associated with MMOGs. • Evaluate existing online games emphasising the risks and rewards associated with their development. •Construct components of a MMOG using the appropriate design, technology and business considerations for the project. ASSESMENT 100% Coursework

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6518 TITLE: Kick-starting Your Research Workshop CREDITS: 0 Description Research is a vital part of academia since it fuels innovation and development. It is a lifelong skill which must be adequately developed if students are to survive in this new technological age. Many students are ill-prepared at the graduate level for research and find the task daunting; therefore in order to bridge the gap scaffolding is required. In this course students will be exposed to the definition and importance of research, how to develop a research idea, qualitative and quantitative research methods, information literacy, how to write the various parts of a research article, and how to present their research results. In essence students will be exposed to the entire research process and given the opportunity to hone their skills so that they can become successful researchers capable of effectively communicating their research results. At the end of this course students will be able to: •Describe the term “research” •State why research is important •Explain the importance of information literacy •Explain the terms academic dishonesty, plagiarism and self-plagiarism •Distinguish between plagiarism and software code reuse •Select the correct research design for a given research project •Select and use appropriate software/web-based tools for a given research project •Plan a research project •Analyse ethical dilemmas in order to make good ethical decisions •Evaluate the quality of a research resource •Compose an abstract •Compose a literature review and correctly cite it using an appropriate reference format •Assemble a research paper •Create an outline for a research presentation •Create a research presentation •Create an outline for a research paper •Create a research proposal •Create a research idea Assessment Pass/ Fail on satisfactory attendance

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COURSE CODE: COMP 6520 TITLE: Research Paper CREDITS: 20 PRE-REQUISITE: Completion of all taught courses required for programme Description The research paper results from a substantive research project. The duration of the research project is 15 months; during this period students will be required to complete two public seminars. Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: COMP 6000 TITLE: MPhil Computer Science Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail

COURSE CODE: COMP 8000 TITLE: PhD Computer Science Thesis CREDITS: 0 Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: ECOL 6000 TITLE: MPhil Ecology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES COURSE CODE: ECOL 8000 TITLE: PhD Ecology Thesis CREDITS: 0

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Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: ELET67000 TITLE: MPhil Electronics Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: ELET 8000 TITLE: PhD Electronics Thesis CREDITS: 0 Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: ENVT 6000 TITLE: Concepts and Issues for Environmental Managers CREDITS: 3 Description This course provides an overview of the key concepts and issues that students are expected to be knowledgeable about, and may consider in greater detail later in their academic work and careers. The topics are examined largely from a Caribbean perspective within the global context. These topics, which may vary from year to year as new ideas and issues arise, include: environmental statistics, socialecological system concepts, ecosystem-based management, global and regional governance through multilateral agreements, sustainable development, poverty and globalisation. Specific areas of attention include biodiversity, fisheries and coastal management, environmental impact assessment, climate change, sustainable tourism, law and various environmental management and planning tools. Assessment 100% coursework

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COURSE CODE: ENVT 6001 TITLE: Introduction to Environmental Planning and Management CREDITS: 3 Description The purpose of this course is to introduce environmental planning and management in the Caribbean. It therefore explores the nature of the inter-relationship between environmental systems and human systems, and examines the complexity of environmental policy, planning and management. Topics include perspectives on environmental management and planning, international and regional agreements and administrative arrangements for environmental planning, policy design, physical planning, spatial planning and management, implementation and evaluation management strategies, issues and dynamics, and people-centred practices in planning and management. Assessment 100% coursework COURSE CODE: ENVT 6002 TITLE: Professional Skills for Environmental Management CREDITS: 3 Description This course equips students with a portfolio of skills that will allow them to present themselves, and to conduct and present their work, in a professional manner. It starts by addressing fundamental issues of verbal and non-verbal communication geared at enhancing the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to share information in a range of settings. The improvement of writing skills, an introduction to research, data handling, the preparation of well-structured technical proposals and reports, and the delivery of professional and persuasive presentations are all topics covered in this course. Assessment 100% coursework COURSE CODE: ENVT 6100 TITLE: Environmental impact Assessment CREDITS: 3 Description This course introduces students to the practice of EIA in the Caribbean. Topics covered include: what is EIA; steps in an EIA; preparation of terms of reference; baseline studies; mitigation measures; comparison of alternatives; public involvement and the review process. Assessment 100% coursework

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES COURSE CODE: ENVT 6101 TITLE: Geoinformatics for Environmental Management CREDITS: 3

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Description This course has been designed as an introduction to geoinformatics and other information communication technologies useful for environmental management. The course will introduce students to the key principles of GIS and sustainable development within a SIDS context and will give an understanding of the application of geoinformatics through both theoretical and practical activities. Emphasis will be given to environmental management case studies and applications. The main themes of this course include: components of GIS; data management, conversion and collection; spatial analysis; and implementing GIS within a SIDS context. Students will obtain a functional understanding and applied use of ESRIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s GIS software ArcGIS 10, Web 2.0 technologies and the Google Earth software application, and each student will be given a one-year evaluation edition of ArcInfo10 for use on a personal laptop. Assessment 70% coursework, 30% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6102 TITLE: Resource Economics CREDITS: 3 Description This course surveys a wide range of economic issues relating to natural resource and environmental policy. It commences with an introduction to elementary concepts of economic theory, i.e. the consumer, the firm, supply and demand and criteria for economic efficiency. This is followed by consideration of: environmental economic efficiency, environmental economics, the economics of natural resource depletion, economic valuation methods, poverty and natural resources, and natural resource accounting. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% final exam COURSE CODE: ENVT 6120 TITLE: Measurement and Analysis in Natural Resource Management CREDITS: 3 Description This course will provide hands-on practical experience in field data collection techniques, laboratory procedures and statistical analysis and interpretation of biological and socio-economic data relevant to the management of natural resources. Measurement and analysis experience will cover the full range from broad-scale rapid assessment, and expert judgment through to detailed fine-scale, long-term monitoring using standard protocols. Topics covered include design and implementation of a conservation

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and monitoring programme for an endangered species (sea turtles); rapid assessment techniques (gully ecological survey); guidelines for socio-economic data collection; marine and potable water quality assessment and monitoring techniques; long-term monitoring of marine community health and productivity (coral reefs, sea grasses, mangroves); and parametric and non-parametric statistical testing and interpretation. Assessment 100% coursework COURSE CODE: ENVT 6122 TITLE: Fisheries Biology and Management CREDITS: 4 Description This course introduces students to biological assessment techniques for fishery resources and focuses on management needs and a critical analysis of fishery management tools and their application to Caribbean fisheries. Topics include: importance and state of world fishery resources and management; introduction to ocean biogeography and productivity patterns; traditional and genetic-based stock identification techniques; stock dynamics (growth, mortality, reproduction/ recruitment rates of individuals and populations); introduction to yield prediction modelling and interpretation; framework of international law and fisheries policy; influence of NGOs and market demand (eco-labelling); prioritising management goals and objectives; choice of management tools (quotas, gear restrictions, minimum size, limited entry, closed seasons, MPAs). Emphasis will be on tropical species and Caribbean case studies. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% final examination

COURSE CODE: ENVT 6123 TITLE: Sustainable Tourism in the Coastal Zone CREDITS: 4 Description This course provides students with information and exposes them to resources and experiences through which they will develop analytical and practical skills for the efficient management of natural and cultural resources as part of the tourism product. It looks at the emergence of sustainable tourism and its use as a strategy for both development and conservation and critically assesses the elements of the tourism industry thereby evaluating possible directions for the future of sustainable tourism in the Caribbean. Topics covered are: the historical development of tourism in the Caribbean; the social, economic and environmental impacts of tourism; the structure and sectors of the industry standards in the tourism industry; community-based tourism; heritage tourism; sports tourism and sustainable tourism. Assessment 40% coursework, 60% final examination

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COURSE CODE: ENVT 6124 TITLE: Coastal Ecology and Dynamics CREDITS: 4 Description This course examines the distribution, ecology and dynamics of critical coastal marine communities and non-living coastal resources of the Caribbean with emphasis on the biophysical processes that shape them, and the linkages and interactions among them. Topics will include: a basic overview of ocean currents and Caribbean circulation; structure and function of critical coastal ecosystems (coral reef, seagrass and mangroves), sensitivity to natural and anthropogenic stresses and appropriate mitigative measures; sea level changes; wind-generated waves and their properties, including refraction, diffraction and reflection; coastal erosion, transport, deposition and resultant geomorphologic features; the sediment budget and beach stability; and a review of coastal management tools examining their advantages and disadvantages. These tools will include the use of water quality standards, harvest and use controls and coastal protection structures. Assessment 30% coursework, 70% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6125 TITLE: Managing Coastal and Marine Resources and Biodiversity CREDITS: 4 Description This course examines institutional and organisational arrangements for integrated management of coastal and marine resources and biodiversity at international, national and local scales. These are considered in the context of current and emerging models for governance of natural resource systems. The course provides the technical base for biodiversity conservation and integrates this topic with management of fisheries, oceans and coastal zones. Topics include: governance of complex systems, management implications of international and regional conventions, ecosystem based management; determination and application of coastal setbacks, zoning, regulatory regimes in coastal zone management, co-management; the precautionary approach; origin and value of biodiversity; and causes, magnitude and impacts of biodiversity loss. There is also a one-week field trip associated with this course. Assessment 45% Coursework, 55% Final Examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6130 TITLE: Climate Dynamics and Modeling CREDITS: 4 Description This course develops knowledge and skills for modelling and simulating climate and interpreting the

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results from climate models. It demonstrates the contribution and relevance of interdisciplinary research and policy considerations as inputs to climate modelling. Topics include: constituents, structure and primary atmospheric processes; weather, climate and climate variability; climate driving forces, including greenhouse gases and their effects; anthropogenic aerosols and volcanic eruptions; ultraviolet radiation, ozone and CFCs; global energy balance including oceanic circulation; numerical modelling and climate models; scaling issues and limitations of General Circulation Models; climate sensitivity; monitoring, observation and modelling of past climates and trends; global warming, hurricanes and El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO); future climate trends and changes. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6131 TITLE: Policy Response to Climate Change CREDITS: 4 Description This course evaluates a broad suite of policy approaches to GHG reduction and climate stabilization, in the context of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and the Kyoto Protocol. It develops knowledge and skills for policy formulation, and for strengthening negotiating capacity to protect regional interests in the global climate change debate. Topics include: the international policy response: UNFCCC, Berlin Mandate and Kyoto Protocol as instruments for atmospheric stabilization; policy approaches of developed and developing countries; negotiating positions of major UN Groups: European Union (EU), Japan-United States-Canada-Australia-New Zealand (JUSCANZ), Group of 77 and China (G77), Environmental Integrity Group (EIG), Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), and the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS); application of key negotiating tenets, including the precautionary principle and common but differentiated responsibilities; exploring elements of a CARICOM negotiating position. Assessment 30% coursework, 70% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6132 TITLE: Vulnerability to Climate Change and Impact Assessment CREDITS: 4

Description This course will adopt a problem-solving approach to climate impacts and vulnerability assessments in the Caribbean. It will draw on lessons from the hazard and disaster management community, the UNEP Country Studies, IPCC Common Methodology, and other methodologies and studies appropriate to the circumstances of the Caribbean and Small Island Developing States. From these an integrated approach to assessing impacts, vulnerability and adaptation will be developed. Themes will include: variability, extreme events (e.g. hurricanes, storm surge, droughts, floods) and their link to climate change; methods and tools in climate impact assessment; use of scenarios in vulnerability and impact assessments; impact

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of projected climate change and sea-level rise on key socio-economic sectors in the Caribbean; types and treatment of uncertainty; risk assessment and management; decision making based on outputs from vulnerability and risk assessments. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6133 TITLE: Climate Change Impacts: Mitigation and Adaptation CREDITS: 4

Description This course will examine current trends and approaches to climate change mitigation and adaptation. Methodologies, broad strategies and specific options will be discussed and their efficacy at the global, regional and local scales will be evaluated. Among the topics to be discussed are: objectives of the UNFCCC and the Kyoto Protocol and their implications for mitigation and adaptation in the Caribbean; costs and benefits of emissions reductions; economic instruments for promoting mitigation including taxes, insurance schemes and tradable emission permits; carbon sequestration in soils and vegetation; types of adaptation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; autonomous, anticipatory and planned; constraints to the implementation of adaptation options and strategies; timing of adaptation; technologies for energy efficiency and their application to the Caribbean: small hydro, solar thermal, photovoltaics, wind, ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC), and no-carbon fuels; equity issues and their implications for adaptation in small vulnerable states. Assessment 40% coursework, 60% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6200 TITLE: Hydrology CREDITS: 4 Description Hydrology is the study of the occurrence and movement of water in the environment and is essential to the understanding of water quantity and quality issues for those involved in the management of water resources in any way. This course will provide an understanding of hydrological processes and a knowledge of the techniques used to assess water resources. It starts from a basic understanding of the hydrological cycle and its processes and an introduction to rivers, flood plains and wetland environments. The course will cover hydrological parameters such as rainfall, evaporation and surface run-off, stream processes and systems, the measurement of these parameters and their use in modeling. Water quality and related pollution issues associated with surface waters such as streams, rivers and other water bodies will be covered. The interactions between surface water and groundwater will be introduced. Data gathering, monitoring programmes and data analysis approaches will be presented.

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Techniques used to assess water resources such as modeling, remote sensing and GIS will be introduced to give an overview of their use and potential. Other topics that will form part of the course will include: the hydrology of dams covering catchment characteristics, reservoir yields and sedimentation; aspects of urban hydrology; pluvial and fluvial flooding and the interaction between hydrological and ecological processes. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6210 TITLE: Groundwater Resources CREDITS: 4 Description Many of the freshwater resources on the Earth are in the form of groundwater and as a result they are increasingly under stress from over abstraction and pollution. The sustainable management of groundwater is critical for current and future generations. In the Caribbean groundwater resources are the primary source of freshwater not just for domestic use but for agriculture, tourism and industry, on many islands such as Barbados whole economies depend on it. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to groundwater systems and their management. It will start with the origins, nature and behaviour of aquifers and subsurface waters and how it fits into the wider natural environment. Themes and concepts related to groundwater flow, including Darcyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s law and the continuity equations, parameterization and related concepts will be covered. The techniques of hydrogeological investigation, evaluation of groundwater resources and monitoring including groundwater quality and groundwater modeling will be presented. The principles of solute transport will be discussed. The vulnerability of subsurface waters to the effects of land use change, pollution, over-abstraction and climate change will be explored along with coastal hydrogeology, groundwater management and its place in integrated water resources management. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% final examination COURSE CODE: ENVT 6220 TITLE: Water and Wastewater Management CREDITS: 4 Description The focus of this course is on the technical, managerial and organisational aspects of making water resources available to consumers and the removal, treatment and disposal of wastewater. Students will be provided with an understanding of the issues surrounding aspects of water and wastewater management such as water collection and treatment, transportation and distribution of water; water demand estimation, supply and demand management; water distribution in urban and rural areas; water quality standards and measurement; definitions and characteristics of wastewaters; the potential

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environmental and public health concerns; sanitation, different wastewater collection and wastewater treatment and disposal systems; green-, grey- and black- water recycling and reuse; residuals management; storm-water drainage and management in urban and coastal areas; policy, legislation and regulations; financial mechanisms and institutional arrangements. In addition the potential impact of climate change on water and wastewater management and the range of responses, adaptations and mitigations measures will be explored. Assessment 100% coursework COURSE CODE: ENVT 6230 TITLE: Water Management and the Environment CREDITS: 4 Description Integrated water resources management considers how water should be managed by considering the multiple viewpoints and factors that need to be taken account of when making decisions and taking actions. The competing uses of water in the natural, social and economic environment requires knowledge and expertise from across many different disciplines. The aim of this course will be to examine the varying aspects that constitute water resources management in island and non-island countries in the Caribbean region and the relationships between the technical, natural, social, economic and political environment, particularly those issues facing SIDS. The course places an emphasis on the economics of water and water resources as well as on legal and policy perspectives. Course material will cover: concepts of catchment/watershed management, integrated water resources management; national and international laws and institutional arrangements that impact on water management; economics; the political ecology of water; the impacts of water resources developments including land/ marine interaction issues, decision support tools and development pressures. Assessment 100% coursework COURSE CODE: ENVT 6900 TITLE: Research Project CREDITS: 8 PREREQUSITES: Completion of all other courses in MSc Natural Resource & Environmental Management The Sessions These are delivered over two semesters in the format of two/three day workshops. The purpose of the sessions is to introduce students to the conceptual, theoretical and practical skills needed in undertaking research, including the tools needed for designing project concepts, developing them into project proposals and the critical thinking needed to analyse findings for the research paper. The Research Project This is to be undertaken immediately after the end of Semester II from July to October. Students are

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required to submit their research paper at the end of this time period for examination. Research projects are typically supervised by CERMES faculty and must be in priority research areas relevant to the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; specialisation stream. External non-CERMES persons can also act as supervisors, but they must be qualified experts in the relevant research areas, and approval must be granted by CERMES with CERMES faculty overseeing the project as secondary supervisors. Assessment 100% coursework

COURSE CODE: ENVT 6990 TITLE: MPhil Environmental Studies Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: ENVT 8000 TITLE: PhD Environmental Studies Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: FPAS 6000 TITLE: Scientific Literature Review CREDITS: 3 Description The course will formally teach MPhil and PhD students how to prepare an extensive review of the literature pertaining to a scientific topic. This will guide students on how to study and evaluate the literature on a given topic and write a comprehensive essay on it. The course will also demonstrate the use of pertinent search engines, discipline-specific traditional reference sources, as well as software for managing reference lists and creating bibliographies. Assessment Pass/Fail based on satisfactory attendance at the lectures and computer laboratory classes and on the adequacy of the written literature review and research proposal.

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES COURSE CODE: FPAS 6010 TITLE: Basic Statistics for Graduates CREDITS: 3

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Description This course will acquaint graduate students that have not majored in Mathematics or Statistics with the fundamental ideas of modern applied statistic, and provide an opportunity for the students to use a computer language in the study of this subject. This course will be one of the course options for the post-graduate research students in the Faculty of Science and Technology. Students in Science and Technology outside BSc in Mathematics are not required to take Statistics courses in their undergraduate studies. This course then provides these students with basic statistical knowledge/skills needed for their research which they would not have had previous knowledge of. Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: FPAS 6020 TITLE: Writing a Scientific Paper CREDITS: 3 Description This course is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;How toâ&#x20AC;? type. It will equip M.Phil and PhD post-graduate students with the knowledge, skills and experience to enable them to write a scientific paper from their own results. More importantly, this course is a guide to the steps in the process of writing clear and effective scientific papers. The evaluation is based on the scientific paper produced at the end of the course. This course will be one of the course options for the post-graduate students in the Faculty of Science and Technology and is available to all research post-graduates. The Scientific Literature Review course focuses on developing the literature review needed for the thesis. This course will support and equip the post-graduate students with the knowledge, skills and practical experience to enable them to write a complete scientific article that can be potentially submitted to a refereed journal for publication. If students do not have results/data at the time of enrollment of the course, raw data can be provided for them by their individual supervisor. Assessment 100% Coursework

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COURSE CODE: FPAS 6030 TITLE: Research Methods CREDITS: 3 Description This course introduces post-graduate students to the basic ideas about conduction research. Students will learn methods for eading technical papers, selecting research topics, devising research questions, planning research, project management and ethics. The evaluation is based on the assignments throughout the course and a final project report and presentation. This course is available to all research post-graduates in the Faculty of Science & Technology. These courses help to provide the students with the knowledge, skills and practical experience to develop and manage their research. Conceptualizing and implementing novel research can be an overwhelming task. Post-graduate students are more often just injected into current research interest of their supervisor. The student is unaware of what was involved in getting the project started from conceptualizing idea, designing the research question, designing the experiments to best answer the questions, ethical research standards, and project management. Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: GRSM 6000 (common to all MPhil students) TITLE: MPhil Research Seminar 1 CREDITS: 0 Description This is the first of two research seminars to be presented by the MPhil student. Assessment Pass/Fail

COURSE CODE: GRSM 6001 (common to all MPhil students) TITLE: MPhil Research Seminar 2 CREDITS: 0 Description This is the second of two research seminars to be presented by the MPhil student. Assessment Pass/Fail

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COURSE CODE: GRSM 8001 (common to all PhD students) TITLE: PhD Research Seminar 1 CREDITS: 0 Description This course is the first of three research seminars to be presented by the PhD student. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: GRSM 8002 (common to all PhD students) TITLE: PhD Research Seminar 2 CREDITS: 0 Description This is the second of three research seminars to be presented by the PhD student. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: GRSM 8003 (common to all PhD students) TITLE: PhD Research Seminar 3 CREDITS: 0 Description This is the last of three research seminars to be presented by the PhD student. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: MATH 6002 TITLE: MPhil Mathematics Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail

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COURSE CODE: MATH 8000 TITLE: PhD Mathematics Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: METE 6900 TITLE: MPhil Meteorology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: METE 8000 TITLE: PhD Meteorology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: MGMT 6139 (course from Faculty of Social Sciences) TITLE: Leadership and Organizational Behaviour CREDITS: 3 Description Effective leadership and management of human interactions is a critical aspect of organizational success. This course focuses on leadership and individual and group behaviour within organizations. The course focuses on the managerial application of knowledge to issues such as motivation, group processes, leadership, organizational design structure, and others. The course makes extensive use of case studies, hands-on experimentation, role playing and simulations in exploring the issues of leadership and human behaviour in an organizational setting.

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On completing this course, students should be able to: Explain and evaluate the major theories of leadership and organizational behaviour; Explain and evaluate the major theories guiding organizational design and structure; Assess employee motivation and leadership effectiveness; and Trace the development of organizational culture; Assessment 40% Coursework; 60% Final Examination COURSE CODE: MICR 6000 TITLE: MPhil Microbiology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: MICR 8000 TITLE: PhD Microbiology Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: NARM 6000 TITLE: MPhil Natural Resource Management Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 50,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail

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COURSE CODE: NARM 8000 TITLE: PhD Natural Resource Management Thesis CREDITS: 0 Description Students produce a thesis of approximately 80,000 words under the supervision of a member of Faculty. Assessment Pass/Fail COURSE CODE: RNEM 6010 TITLE: Energy Economics CREDITS: 3 In this course students will receive basic insights into the field of energy economics. They will learn about the different markets supplying energy and the different sectors demanding energy. An understanding in the limitations of non-renewable energy sources and the problems of their substitution by renewable energy sources will be gained. The special aspects of grid based energy markets will be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, students must be able to: • Understand the basic concepts of the different energy markets • Analyse energy accounting and market theory • Demonstrate the possible contributions of the different energy sources to a sustainable energy supply • Exhibit knowledge of economic principles and the pricing of renewable energy resources • Demonstrate an ability to discuss economic theories and realities both verbally and in written format Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: PTMT 6002(course from the Faculty of Social Sciences) TITLE: Information Management for Project Managers CREDITS: 3 Description The course in the MSc Building and Construction Management programme will focus on project management information systems through the fundamentals of information technology and information systems and their use within a business enterprise. The following software packages will be extensively used in the course Microsoft Project 2003; Microsoft Excel and Access; and Microsoft Groove. On completion of the course, students should be able to plan and control a project effectively with the application of information technology tools and design a project management information system. Assessment 100% coursework

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COURSE CODE: PTMT 6007 (course from the Faculty of Social Sciences) TITLE: Essentials of Management CREDITS: 3 Description Having the role of Project Manager is different from holding the title of “Manager”, and managing staff in ongoing, day-to-day work. In this course, students will examine the differences and begin to think differently about how to lead others in “project work” versus “process work” In addition, since every project (by definition) is introduced into a pre-existing environment and always introduces some degree of change, students will utilize a real time project to deepen their understanding the fundamentals of organizational structure and environment, managing stakeholders and change and setting up and running successful project teams. In addition to the project, students will be exposed to exercises, case simulations and self-analysis instruments. Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: PTMT 6009 (course from the Faculty of Social Sciences) TITLE: Social & Environmental Impact Assessment CREDITS 3 Description Every project is executed at a cost - an investment that is made in the stated goals/ objectives/ outcomes or impact of the project itself. This course is an in-depth study of quantitative and qualitative methodologies that enable project management professionals and programme evaluators to determine the impact a proposed project will have to evaluate whether a project in progress is on track to achieve its promised impact. Projects may have social, economic, political or environmental impacts and each of these can be quantified in ways that make sense to those who provide the project resources. Further, the assessment of these project impacts is critical to our understanding of whether the goals of the project have been achieved or not, which gives us the data necessary to repeat successful project approaches and to avoid the pitfalls of those that fail to produce their expected impact. Assessment 50% coursework, 50% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: RNEM 6015 TITLE: Energy Sources and Clean-Energy Systems CREDITS: 3 Description This course is intended to provide students with a concise description of available fossil, nuclear and renewable fuel sources commonly used to generate electricity and other forms of energy in modern society. Upon successful completion of this course, students must be able to: • Identify and describe different types of fossil fuels and specify their sources • Identify and characterize different types of clean technologies and renewable energy sources; • Give detailed description of some of the most commonly utilized renewable energy processes, viz. hydro, bio, ocean (wave and ocean-thermal), wind, photovoltaics, solar thermal and geothermal. • Identify the economic and non-economic benefits associated with the various energy sources. • Discuss the environmental impact and cost of the various technologies Assessment 50% coursework, 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: RNEM 6020 TITLE: Energy and Energy Auditing CREDITS: 3 Description This course is designed to enable students to assess the energy efficiency of small and medium premises, carry out energy audits and propose appropriate energy saving measures. On successful completion of the course, student must: - be aware of the relevance of energy efficiency as a resource in sustainable energy systems - have basic knowledge of energy efficient technologies for small and medium scale residential and commercial premises - have developed the skills to access information on energy efficiency through internet, literature and personal contacts - know and be able to apply fundamental energy auditing methodologies - be able to write and present an energy audit report - have attained the basic knowledge and skills to assess the energy efficiency of small and medium-sized premises, to carry out basic energy audits and propose appropriate energy-saving measures. - have improved their ability to work in a team Assessment 100% Coursework

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COURSE CODE: RNEM 6025 TITLE: Shaping Sustainable Energy Systems CREDITS: 3 Description In this course students will learn to differentiate between the competing models of sustainable development and to identify the major requirements and barriers to sustainable development of the energy system. Upon successful completion students must be able to: • Analyse in detail, relevant present and future energy systems for properties relevant to sustainable development. • Demonstrate the following competencies: problem solving; analytical thinking; life-long learning; interdisciplinary knowledge; social and ethical responsibility; self organisation and teamwork; project organising skills; interdisciplinary communication Assessment 50% coursework, 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: RNEM 6030 TITLE: Occupational and Environmental Safety and Health (OESH) and Public Policy for Renewable Energy CREDITS: 3 Description The course seeks to develop in students an understanding of the complex, dynamic and delicate relationship between business pursuits, public interests and public policy. On successful completion of the course, student must be able to: • discuss, analyze and evaluate the principle inputs to public policy decisions • communicate the local, national and international responsibilities for risk management to an organization • communicate the results of risk assessments to workers and surrounding communities • discuss and explain the legal basis for OESH litigation, and serve as expert witnesses • develop a viable business model for OESH consulting and ownership Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination

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COURSE CODE: RNEM 6035 TITLE: Applied Informatics in Energy Planning CREDITS: 3 Description The goal of the course is to enable students to assess renewable energy supply and demand scenarios with the help of state of the art computer software for analysis. Upon successful completion of this course student must be able to: - understand and analyse energy statistics - understand and apply the basic parameters for power planning, such as capacity factors, availability, capacity credits, load curves, merit orders etc. - develop demand projections applying econometric and end use models - appreciate energy accounting, use optimisation and simulation software - apply various relevant software Assessment 100% Coursework COURSE CODE: RNEM 6040 TITLE: Physics for Renewable Energy CREDITS: 3 Description This course will provide students with the necessary background to enable them to understand and apply the physics of various RE technologies, particularly wind, solar thermal, solar PV and bioenergy On successful completion of the course, student must understand the physics relevant to the RE technologies that are, or will be, of importance in the Caribbean region. Assessment 40% Coursework; 60% Final Examination COURSE CODE: RNEM 6045 TITLE: Wind Energy I CREDITS: 3 Description Large, medium and small-scale wind power is set to play a major part in the future energy mix of the Caribbean. This module explores the fundamental aspects of the wind resource, wind turbine aerodynamics and control, along with institutional and environmental aspects (including planning issues). Upon successful completion of this course, students must be able to: â&#x20AC;˘ Understand the basics of the wind resource â&#x20AC;˘ Understand the aerodynamics of the main types of wind turbines

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUSES • Have an understanding of wind turbine control • Appreciate the economical, environmental and institutional factors of wind energy • Appreciate the potential for wind energy in the Caribbean region • Be able to use wind farm optimization software • Perform detailed experiments and communicate results concisely • Be able to discuss complex theories both verbally and in written format

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Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: RNEM 6050 TITLE: Bioenergy I CREDITS: 3 Description Humans have used Bioenergy for 1000’s of years. It is still the most widely used form of renewable energy. In this course you will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of what biomass is, its role in nature and for human societies, in which way it is used sustainably, how it can be converted to energy and how certain biofuel technologies can help with waste management. Bioenergy encompasses many different sources including energy crops, agricultural waste, domestic waste and animal waste, all of which are plentiful across the Caribbean region. Case studies are presented that show current practices across the Caribbean. Upon successful completion of this course, students must be able to: • Understanding of the role of biomass in nature and for human societies • Exhibit a clear understanding of sustainable utilization of biomass • Exhibit a clear understanding of the various sources and uses of bioenergy • Understand the fundamental processes of the bioenergy system • Exhibit detailed knowledge of waste-to-energy systems • Discuss the process routes for the generation of biofuels • Appreciate the complex biology of anaerobic digestion • Understand first, second and third generation biofuels • Perform detailed experiments and communicate results concisely • Be able to discuss complex theories both verbally and in written format Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: RNEM 6055 TITLE: Solar Energy Conversion CREDITS: 3 Description Solar energy already plays a significant part in primary energy generation in the Caribbean, and is set to increase with the rapid development and deployment of solar photovoltaic technology. This course

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explores all aspects of solar energy including the resource, solar photovoltaics, solar thermal/cooling technologies, and passive solar design. Experts from industry will support classroom theory. Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to: • Describe and analyze solar energy systems • Describe harnessing techniques for solar energy • Describe the solar energy conversion techniques • Identify different materials used for PV conversion • Apply information on new PV materials to estimate conversion efficiencies • Outline the scientific principles and methodology involved in using solar energy for cooling • Evaluate and discuss the economics of solar energy systems • Use software for modeling solar energy systems, including feasibility studies and expected results Assessment 50% Coursework; 50% Final Examination COURSE CODE: RNEM 6060 TITLE: Sustainable Energy Innovation, Implementation and Entrepreneurship CREDITS: 3

Description This course provides an introduction to the theory of innovation and innovation systems, and the ways in which they can be applied to gain knowledge and understanding of the requirements and the processes involved in the innovation and implementation of sustainable energy systems. It aims specifically to investigate and debate the requirements for achieving sustainable energy innovation/implementation. Additionally, the role entrepreneurship plays will be discussed and analysed. Upon successful completion of this course, students must be able to: •

Analyse energy innovation policy for its effectiveness in accelerating deployment and access to sustainable energy technologies.

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Assess the role that entrepreneurship plays in capacity building and technology transfer in the energy sector.

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Differentiate between national and local systems of innovation in order to determine their respective strength and weaknesses in relation to energy provision.

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Demonstrate how energy policy is transformed from ideas to reality through the decision-making, approvals and administrative processes.

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Identify the key elements that affect the successful introduction of renewable technologies in a development setting including needs assessment, technology transfer, capacity building, financing and gender issues.

Assessment 100% Coursework

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COURSE CODE: RNEM 6090 TITLE: Research Project CREDITS: 9 Description A project based on material covered in the taught courses, supplemented by private study of literature suggested by the supervisor plus practical work where appropriate. The aim of the project is to provide the student with the opportunity to conduct research on an open-ended topic of relevance to the alternative and renewable energy sector. The project may take any of several forms: it may be hardware or software based, theoretical/practical or a combination; it can focus on RE management issues, or on the economic, social and/or policy issues related to the development of renewable energy technology; it should be predominantly of a research nature and aim to make a small but unique contribution to the chosen subject area. Assessment 100% Coursework Return to Table of Contents

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LIST OF SUBJECT CODES WITH DESCRIPTIONS

Courses are listed in the Class Schedule in the Cave Hill on-line system by subject area. Following is a list for all subject codes used in this handbook for easy reference at registration.

Subject Code

Subject Area

Notes

ACCT

Accounting

BIOC

Biochemistry

BIOL

Biology

BISF

Biosafety

CHEM

Chemistry

COMP

Computer Science

ECOL

Ecology

ELET

Electronics

ENVT

Environmental Studies

FPAS

Faculty of Science & Technology

Faculty Course

GRSM

Graduate ResearchSeminars

Research Students

MATH

Mathematics

METE

Meteorology

MGMT

Management

MICR

Microbiology

NARM

Natural Resource Management

PHYS

Physics

PTMT

Project Management

RNEM

Renewable Energy Management

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