[{"ModuleCode":"ACC1002","ModuleTitle":"Financial Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The course provides an introduction to financial accounting. It examines accounting from an external user's perspective: an external user being an investor or a creditor. Such users would need to understand financial accounting in order to make investing or lending decisions. However, to attain a good understanding, it is also necessary to be familiar with how the information is derived. Therefore, students would learn how to prepare the reports or statements resulting from financial accounting and how to use them for decision-making.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA1002 are not allowed to take ACC1002.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC1002X","ModuleTitle":"Financial Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The course provides an introduction to financial accounting. It examines accounting from an external user's perspective: an external user being an investor or a creditor. Such users would need to understand financial accounting in order to make investing or lending decisions. However, to attain a good understanding, it is also necessary to be familiar with how the information are derived. Therefore, students would learn how to prepare the reports or statements resulting from financial accounting and how to use them for decision-making.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have passed CS1304 or EC3212 or BK1003 or BZ1002 or BH1002 or BZ1002E or BH1002E or FNA1002E or FNA1002X are not allowed to take ACC1002X.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC1006","ModuleTitle":"Accounting Information Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to help students understand the role of information systems in accounting and other areas of business. \r\n\r\nIn particular, it examines the innovative applications of information systems to streamline business operations and enhance competitive advantage. \r\n\r\nStudents will understand various accounting/business cycles and learn about how information systems are used in different functional areas such as finance/accounting, marketing, operations and supply chain, and HR/management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"FNA1002 or ACC1002","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA1006 are not allowed to take ACC1006.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC1701","ModuleTitle":"Accounting for Decision Makers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The course provides an introduction to accounting from a user perspective. Financial reporting is covered from the viewpoint of an external investor. The focus is on how accounting can help investors make better decisions. Book-keeping and preparation of financial statements are also covered at an introductory level, as investors need to be aware of how the financial statements are derived.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"ACC1002; ACC1002X; EC2204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC1701X","ModuleTitle":"Accounting for Decision Makers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The course provides an introduction to accounting from a user perspective. Financial reporting is covered from the viewpoint of an external investor. The focus is on how accounting can help investors make better decisions. Book-keeping and preparation of financial statements are also covered at an introductory level, as investors need to be aware of how the financial statements are derived.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"ACC1002; ACC1002X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC2002","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This course covers major concepts, tools and techniques in managerial accounting. It provides students with an appreciation of how managerial accounting evolves with changes in the business environment and why the usefulness of managerial accounting systems depends on the organisational context. The emphasis is on the use of managerial accounting information for decision-making, planning, and controlling activities. Students are introduced to both traditional and contemporary managerial accounting concepts and techniques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed BK1003 or BZ1002 or BH1002 or FNA1002 or FNA1002X or FNA1002E or ACC1002 or ACC1002X or BH1002E or CS1304 or EC3212 or EG1422 before they are allowed to take ACC2002.","Preclusion":"BH2002 or BZ3102 or BK2001  or FNA2002 or IE4242","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3601","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Accounting and Reporting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This course examines the conceptual and theoretical issues underlying the corporate accounting and reporting requirements under the US, International and Singapore Accounting Standards. This allows the students to understand the economic rationales behind the accounting treatment of major financial statement items. It also equips the students with skills in using financial information for decision-making. Topics to be covered include conceptual framework in financial reporting, accounting for foreign currency translation, leasing, preparation of consolidated financial statements, earnings quality management and off-balance sheet financing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA1002 or ACC1002","Preclusion":"BH3111 or BZ3101 or BK3106 or FNA3111","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3602","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Planning and Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The course examines various means by which control can be exercised and the types of accounting information that allow for different means of control. Topics to be covered include the nature of control, responsibility centers, economic value added, transfer pricing, strategic planning, budgeting, performance evaluation systems, executive compensation, control for differentiated strategies, control for multinational organisations. Students learn how control is exercised through case analyses, case presentations and in-class discussions. The case approach makes control "come alive" for the students with descriptions of control at various real organisations. The case presentations make the students think critically and strategically. The in-class discussions allow the students to evaluate the pros and cons of different approaches and solutions to control problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2002 or ACC2002","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3112 are not allowed to take ACC3602.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3603","ModuleTitle":"Assurance and Attestation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the knowledge and understanding of the audit process required by assurance and attestation engagements. It aims to ensure students acquire the necessary attitude, skills, and knowledge for a career in auditing, in the accounting profession or in business management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA1002/ACC1002 and FNA2002 (Students who are not enrolled in the accounting or accounting-specialization program should seek Deans Office permission to read the module)","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3121 are not allowed to take ACC3603.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3604","ModuleTitle":"Corporate and Securities Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The primary aim of this course is to develop a solid understanding of the legal framework required in the operations of business entities especially companies. It covers the entire life-span of a business entity, namely from the formation of the entity to its liquidation. It also includes the various legal obligations and implications in operating the business entity. A secondary objective is to introduce the pertinent provisions of securities legislation such as the Securities & Futures Act and the Takeover Code.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"BSP1004","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3122 or LL4055 are not allowed to take ACC3604. ","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3605","ModuleTitle":"Taxation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts of income taxation in Singapore. Since a large portion of a business organisation's profits goes towards the payment of income tax, it is absolutely crucial for students to have an understanding of how tax works and how to legally minimize it. This module is relevant to those who wish to work in the fields of accounting, consulting or financial management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA1002/ACC1002 and BSP1004","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3127 or LL4056 are not allowed to take ACC3605. ","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3606","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Corporate Accounting and Reporting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This course explores in greater depth complex financial reporting topics introduced in \r\n\r\nACC1002 Financial Accounting and ACC3601 Corporate Accounting and Reporting, and it also examines issues relating to fair value accounting. The viewpoint is that of the preparer of financial statements. The discussion centres on the financial reporting issues affecting a firm's profitability and risk. This course is for students who expect to become CPAs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA3111 or ACC3601","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3123 are not allowed to take ACC3606.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3611","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Governance and Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Corporate governance has been defined to involve "a set of relationships between a company's management, its board, its shareholders and other stakeholders [and that which] provides the structure through which the objectives of the company are set, and the means of attaining those objectives and monitoring performance are determined" (OECD Principles of Corporate Governance, 2004). This module covers corporate governance from a multidisciplinary perspective, including law, finance, accounting and economics, and discusses ethical dilemmas and challenges faced by managers and employees and how these can be addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA1002/ACC1002 and BSP1004","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3124 or LL4065 are not allowed to take ACC3611. ","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3612","ModuleTitle":"Risk Management and Internal Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"To provide students with the ability and competency to exercise judgement and apply techniques in risk management to matters encountered by accounting professionals at the \n\norganisational level and to react to current developments or new practices. This module covers risk management frameworks, risk management techniques and basic components of a business continuity plan. \n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA2004/FIN2004 and BSP1004","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3125 are not allowed to take ACC3612.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3613","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Assurance and Attestation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"To equip students with a good understanding of the theoretical and practical knowledge/techniques for a variety of assurance and attestation work other than the statutory audit. Such work is often more complex and requires advanced methodologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA3121 or ACC3603","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3128 are not allowed to take ACC3613.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3614","ModuleTitle":"Valuation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with an understanding of the various valuation issues and methodologies available to accountants and managers. It specifically discusses valuation issues pertaining to the enterprise, assets for use, and liabilities. After taking this course, the students should be able to value certain classes of assets and liabilities which are of significant interest and importance to the modern business. Coverage includes fair value and value-in-use concepts, earnings multiple analysis, discounted cash flow analysis and real option analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3126 are not allowed to take ACC3614.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3616","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Governance and Risk Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"The module covers corporate governance from a multidisciplinary\nperspective including law, finance, accounting\nand economics. The module covers enterprise risk\nmanagement in terms of the Integrated Framework issued\nby the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the\nTreadway Commission (COSO).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"ACC1002 Financial Accounting, BSP1004 Legal\nEnvironment of Business, FIN2004 Finance","Preclusion":"ACC3611 Corporate Governance and Ethics\nACC3612 Risk Management and Internal Control\nOnly available to BBA and BBA(Acc) students from the\nAY2014-15 intake and later","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC3619","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Perspective in Accounting and Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This is a capstone module that to some extent mirrors the\naims of the Integrated Business Systems module in the\nSingapore Qualifying Programme. The module gives\nstudents a chance to apply their technical knowledge in\ndifferent areas to a set of multi-disciplinary cases that\ncapture complex real problems faced by accountants\nparticularly in Singapore and the neighbouring region.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Completed or concurrently taking the following:\n(a) All BBA (Acc) core modules; and\n(b) all other compulsory accounting modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Pls see above (under Pre-requisite(s))."},{"ModuleCode":"ACC4611","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Taxation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a foundation in tax planning. Part 1 discusses tax planning opportunities for the business entity in a local (Singapore) context, by making use of available tax incentives, different business structures, etc. Part 2 covers tax planning in an international business context, and will deal with double tax agreements, choice of foreign investment vehicles, repatriation of income and capital, tax havens, tax arbitrage, etc. Part 3 deals with tax planning for the individual operating across international boundaries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA4114 are not allowed to take ACC4611.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC4612A","ModuleTitle":"SIA: Internal Auditing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Internal auditing helps the Board of Directors, Audit Committee and Management of an organisation to add value and improve on the organisation’s results and operations. It does this by reviewing and recommending processes for better governance and accountability. This includes giving assurance that polices and procedures are in place to ensure the organisation’s objectives are achieved, risks are managed, controls are complied with, and resources are used efficiently and economically. This module provides students with the knowledge, both theory and practice, of how internal audits are done to achieve these objectives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"ACC3603 Assurance and Attestation; and\r\nACC3616 Corporate Governance and Risk Management \r\n\r\nOR\r\n\r\nACC3603 Assurance and Attestation,\r\nACC3611 Corporate Governance and Ethics;  and\r\nACC3612 Risk Management and Internal Control","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC4613","ModuleTitle":"Forensic Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"It is designed to broaden the career prospects of the accounting graduates in the realm of forensic accounting. This case-based syllabus includes the investigation and detection of financial crime, fraud, insurance claim, legal dispute, Insolvency, money laundering, serious tax crime, terror financing, corruption, identity theft, market manipulation, hidden assets, etc. Knowledge and skills to be taught in the module include data analytics, common modus operandi of financial crime, loss recovery, admissibility of evidence, interviewing suspects and witnesses, presentation in the court of law, and career opportunities as a forensic accountant.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"ACC3603 Assurance and Attestation","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC4615","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Assurance and Attestation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"To equip students with a good understanding of the theoretical and practical knowledge/techniques for a variety of assurance and attestation work other than the statutory audit. Such work is often more complex and requires advanced methodologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-6","Prerequisite":"FNA3121 or ACC3603","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA3128 or ACC3613 are not allowed to take ACC4615.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC4619","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an \r\ninstructor on a well-defined project in the accounting area.  (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for admission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.)  Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling an accounting related issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic.  In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC4629","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the accounting area.  (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for admission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.)  Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling an accounting related issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic.  In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ACC5001","ModuleTitle":"Business Analysis and Valuation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Analysis of financial statements to determine the fundamentals of a business for investment or managerial decisions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AH2101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Art History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to art history both as a field of academic knowledge concerned with works of art (including painting, sculpture and architecture) and as a discipline with a distinctive methodology, vocabulary and theoretical foundations. The module surveys the main trends in the artistic traditions of Europe and Asia paying special attention to cross-cultural comparative analysis (i.e. how the human body and landscape are represented in different artistic traditions).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"AH2202","ModuleTitle":"Modern Art: A Critical Introduction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"What is modern art? How has it been understood and interpreted by artists, critics and art historians? What is the relationship between modern art, modernism and modernity? Is the history of modern art “multiple”? The course will explore these questions through a chronological introduction to modern art, from the 19th century to the 1950s. Students will be encouraged to critically-analyse visual and textual primary-source material to develop a nuanced understanding of different developments in modern art. Case studies on modern art in Asia will also be included to encourage students to appreciate the multiplicity and global diffusion of modern art.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"AH2101","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"AH3203","ModuleTitle":"Collecting Art in Europe and Asia (1500 CE – 2000 CE)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the development of a wide range of private and institutional collecting practices in Europe and Asia, from the late medieval period to the present day. It draws on diverse theoretical approaches to collection studies. The course seeks to understand the contributions of collectors to art-production, display and taste-making and value-arbitration, and, consequently to the overall contours of art history and its canons. It\r\nadopts an inter-disciplinary approach to demonstrate how collectors have actively shaped other histories of modernities, nationalisms and cosmopolitanisms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"AH2101 Introduction to Art History"},{"ModuleCode":"AH3204","ModuleTitle":"Methods and Approaches to Art History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the history of art history as a discipline looking at its origins, evolution and shifts across time. It seeks to understand how genres in art history are sequenced, compared and analysed in the European tradition. The module also examines how art history evolves differently in Asian texts and\r\nAsian contemporary writing. These differences in the methods and approaches to art history provide diverse frameworks to appreciate art-production and consumption globally.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"AH2101 Introduction To Art History","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR1101","ModuleTitle":"Design I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This is a foundation module that serves to introduce basic communication techniques, the fundamental principles of design and design methods. Topics ? The module will deal with the subject of human perception in the reading and understanding of design.  Issues related to space, form, order will serve as essential design generators. The module will also provide the requisite grounding in visual language, design thinking and graphic communication. Graphic communication will include basic drawing skills and the use of common rendering media for two and three-dimensional representation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-3-0-3-12","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"All non-architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR1327","ModuleTitle":"Structural Principles","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module for architecture students introduces the students to structural principles in architectural design. It covers the effects and properties of structural forces, structural systems and their interfaces with building functions in served and servant spaces. It also examines issues of construction and assemblage, in relation to special building types and building systems","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR2101","ModuleTitle":"Design 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will emphasize design in response to environment and site. It will enable students to learn to design small-scale buildings within the context of hot humid tropical environments. Topics - The module will deal with issues related to climate, the tropical environment and sustainability as generators of design. It will also focus on design with an understanding of spatial and functional relationships of spaces such as small and big spaces, private and public spaces.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-3-0-3-12","Prerequisite":"AR1101 Design 1 Grade 'C' or Grade “S”; AR1102 Design 2 Grade 'C' or Grade “S”;","Preclusion":"All non-architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR2221","ModuleTitle":"History and Theory of Southeast Asia Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to architecture and the built environment in Southeast Asia: their variety, the material, historical and cultural contexts of their production, and the theories and debates.\r\n\r\nUnit I explores the pre-modern, pre-colonial, and colonial architectural legacies of Southeast Asia and introduces the terms and categories that are used to discuss them.\r\n\r\nUnit II looks at the theories, debates, and arguments on contextual response in modern and contemporary architecture in Southeast Asia since the early 20th century (coinciding with late colonial rule) through the post-independence period to contemporary times.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR2224","ModuleTitle":"Ideas and Approaches in Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides and introduction to some of the basic concepts in and approaches to architecture as a practice and as an academic discipline. It also highlights the nature and historical development of architecture especially with respect to \"vocabulary\" and \"ideas\", and introduces their use in the analysis of the works of architecture. Topics ? The module will (1) imbue the knowledge of architecture as a special category of man-made objects, replete with ideas, social contexts and intellectual processes; (2) introduce architecture through some of its basic concepts such as \"periods\", \"styles\", \"language\", etc.; (3) encourage an active and a critical approach to analyzing the works of architecture; (4) show the relevance of architecture in contemporary and immediate real-life problem sets like sustainability, subjectivity, identity, meanings, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR2225","ModuleTitle":"Reading Visual Images","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces students to ways of looking at and discussing works of art. The focus is chiefly on painting and sculpture; the emphasis is on analyzing the composition or design of art works and in constructing meanings for them. The study of this module enables students to acquire critical skills for interpreting and connecting with works of art. The module encourages students to read art works in relation to a range of interests, intentions and issues; the aim here is to suggest or propose contexts or environments in which art works are made and received. \r\nThere are three sections. In the first, three (3) topics from Asian art traditions are discussed. The are :\r\n1. Indian sculpture\r\n2. Chinese landscape painting \r\n3. Islamic calligraphy\r\nIn the second section, ideas and movements from the Renaissance in Italy to the end of the 20th century in Europe, are surveyed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR2327","ModuleTitle":"Architectural Tectonics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"Architectural form is a result of its construction, structure and materiality. Architecture emerges in a symbiosis of historical understanding of structural theory, construction, engineering and automation.\nThe Module focuses on materials and construction techniques within different environmental and climatic conditions. The fundamentals, rules of systems and principles in Construction Architecture explain constructed form. Using additive manufacturing new possibilities in prefabrication and modular elements will be explored. Lectures on Structural and Design Logic accompany seminar assignments and cover in greater depth, important aspects of Architectural Construction and Systems of Prefabrication, whereby 3D printing is used to generate new structural typologies, applicable and necessary for the integration into the Architectural Design Studio.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR3101","ModuleTitle":"Design 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will emphasize the integrative nature of architectural design. It will enable students to understand how technology should be applied to building design and construction. Topics: The module will focus on projects that require consideration for realism imposed by functional, technical and statutory constraints. Buildings will be of medium complexity set within less intensively developed urban sites. Design projects will demand a holistic awareness of the issues related to the environment, climate, context, technology and building regulations","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-3-0-3-12","Prerequisite":"AR2101 Design 3 Grade 'C' or Grade “S”; AR2102 Design 4 Grade 'C'","Preclusion":"All non-architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR3101A","ModuleTitle":"Design 5 (Landscape Architecture Emphasis)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This studio-based module develops basic skills in landscape design and marks the ‘first-time experience’ of architecture students in the field of landscape architectural studio work. It leads the students into urban and suburban contexts, where landscape ‘meets’ city and city ‘eats’ landscape.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"1-7-0-10-12","Prerequisite":"AR2101 Design 3 Grade 'C' or Grade “S”; AR2102 Design 4 Grade 'C'","Preclusion":"All non-architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR3151","ModuleTitle":"Design - ISM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR3223","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Urbanism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces the foundational and holistic knowledge and understanding of urbanism¿the study of relationships between people in urban areas with the built environment. It provides a comprehensive inquiry\r\nof urban history, key theories, topics, design principles and practices related to urban design, urban planning and landscape design. 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Technology integration is emphasized via understanding how materials and systems are related, detailed, and assembled.\r\nStudents will learn quantitative means to evaluate environmental requirements, and develop familiarity with system strategies and construction details to integrate the various building systems (such as structure, mechanical and electric services, architecture exteriors and interiors). Additionally, codes of practice (such as fire safety) and considerations on sustainable environment will be addressed. The goal is to integrate those technologies in a symbiotic manner to achieve human well-being.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"AR1326, AR1731, AR2326, AR2723","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR4001","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Architectural Study 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve critical analyses and thorough discussions of specific topics in History, Theory and in Architecture, Architecture & Urban Heritage and Design Computing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-4-0-2-14","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR4101","ModuleTitle":"Design 7","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide the opportunity for students to demonstrate their understanding and ability in integrating technology with architecture. Topics - The module will demand more comprehensive response in developing an appropriate technological response to the particular demands of architecture, climate and context. Students have to demonstrate ability in the design development process and a degree of innovation in integrating technological ideas and components into the architectural project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-3-0-3-12","Prerequisite":"AR3101  Design 5 Grade 'C'; AR3102  Design 6 Grade 'C'","Preclusion":"All non-architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR4103","ModuleTitle":"Architectural & Technology Design 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The studio aims to provide the students with an opportunity to learn design detailing, technological development and resolution of architectural schemes up to a stage where the design information in the project submission may be understood as being equivalent to pre-tender drawings or drawings for construction. The scope of learning comprises of i) Understanding the conceptual intentions of design scheme. ii) Translating aesthetic intention into technological design issues. iii) Identifying separate technical design activities, eg lighting iv) Communicating resolved design solutions as technical specification, architectural/construction drawing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-3-0-3-12","Prerequisite":"AR3101 Design 1  Grade 'C'; AR3102 Design 2  Grade 'C'","Preclusion":"All non architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR4221","ModuleTitle":"Urban Design Theory and Praxis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide a comprehensive and in-depth examination of the theories, methodologies and praxis of urban design, introducing ideas that are instrumental in establishing the foundations of urban design, examining\r\nrationales and strategies for creating vital and lively urban spaces, exploring key issues and myriad challenges facing urban design today and in future.\r\nSpecifically, viewing urban design from a place-making perspective, ranging from physical to social, tangible to intangible, global to local, the primary focus of this module are topics about urban form, density, diversity, identity, public space, community, sustainability etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR4322","ModuleTitle":"Design Simulation & Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5011","ModuleTitle":"Research Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines parameters that are set and/or claimed for undertaking research leading to the writing and presentation of a dissertation for a degree in a university. It begins by sketching a brief history of research and then proceeds to highlight changing definitions, premises and approaches. The principal interest and task of the instructor is to lead & develop discussions of definitions, premises and approaches. In dealing with them, aspects of methods, structure and language will gain focus.\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-8","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5103","ModuleTitle":"ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN THESIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"Students are assigned a Thesis supervisor who will assist the student in identifying and developing the Thesis topic. Students spend the early part of the thesis researching the topic and identifying key issues and design agenda. Students will then proceed to formulate an architectural project to explore the Thesis. In the later stages of the studio, each student will develop a comprehensive architectural design solution in response to the issues and brief identified earlier. In this later stage of the Thesis project students are required to develop technological and material responses to the thesis issue(s) developed earlier. 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The use of design as a form of research applied to building infrastructure or the environment relevant to practical design issues in industry. Students are required to produce drawings and models illustrating technical exploration and resolution with digitally aided or lab based experimentation. 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(d) Hypothesis delineated in terms of a small set of no more than 3 key issues that can be addressed through architectural intervention. (e) Programme Formulation. (f) Site Selection. (g) Preliminary Design Studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5121","ModuleTitle":"SPECIAL TOPICS IN TECHNOLOGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce relevant topics in total building performance, fire management, specification writing and buildability and their application to design management and development. \r\n\r\nThis module is conducted through two intensive one-week workshops. The first workshop starts right after submission of the Dissertation and deals with Total Building Performance and Fire Management relevant to the early design phase of the Final Design Project. The second workshop is conducted in the first week of S2 and deals with Specification Writing and Buildability, issues more relevant for the advanced stage of the Final Design Project.\r\n\r\nThrough this module, students will become aware of the individual requirements of the above topics and codes. Selected examples will be introduced and students learn how these topics can be applied and that their successful consideration does not compromise on the design. \r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Non architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5141","ModuleTitle":"DISSERTATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The dissertation offers the opportunity to conduct independent research and to demonstrate analytical and communication skills by investigating a topic of interest and of relevance to the discipline of architecture. A topic may be chosen from one of the following subject areas: Design Technologies; History Theory & Criticism; Urban Studies. The length of the dissertation shall be no more than 10,000 words.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-4-0-4-12","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Non Architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5142","ModuleTitle":"TECHNICAL DISSERTATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The Dissertation is intended to evaluate the students ability to carry out independent research in technical design issues and systems relevant to building and architectural design. The student is expected to identify a significant problem in any of the following areas: detailing for weathering performance, reduction in assembly and construction time and cost, detailing for energy efficiency, material limits and potentials in built application. The study will be based on precedent studies before proposing original solutions to identified problems related to constructional/ engineering performance issues. The dissertation is to include analytical and assembly drawings not exceeding 8000 words.  Alternatively, the dissertation may involve technical experimentation (digitally or laboratory) based or involving fieldwork, to verify technical findings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-4-0-4-12","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Non Architecture students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5321","ModuleTitle":"Innovation in Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module provides learning experiences on multi-disciplinary collaboration and problem-solving between architects and engineers to prepare students for contemporary architectural practice. It commences with case studies to understand overviews and foundations for interdisciplinary collaboration. A series of roundtables on advanced architectural technologies illustrates how innovative architecture could be emerged from multidisciplinary collaborations. Students are to participate design charrette to create innovative proposals for optimization, performance, and aesthetic goals, in collaboration with the lecturers and consultants who are architects and engineers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5322","ModuleTitle":"Renewable Resources and Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module intends to provide students with a general understanding about the interrelationship between natural resources and architecture including building materials and energy sources. The need to shift from present fuel-based energy use and construction practices toward the application of renewable resources strategies is highlighted. Different renewable energy strategies as well as the use of renewable resources and sustainable design practices are going to be discussed both at single-house, building and city scales.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-6-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5421","ModuleTitle":"Architectural Practice 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide students with the knowledge and understanding to enter into architectural practice. It will enable students to understand the roles and responsibilities of the architect in professional practice. Major topics covered are the organisation of the construction industry, office and project management, statutory requirements, cost control and contract administration.\r\n\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5951A","ModuleTitle":"Topics in History and Theory of Architecture 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve critical analyses and thorough discussions of specific topics in History, Theory and Criticism in Architecture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5951B","ModuleTitle":"Topics in History & Theory of Architecture 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve critical analyses and thorough discussions of specific topics in History, Theory and Criticism in Architecture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5951C","ModuleTitle":"Topics in History and Theory of Architecture 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve critical analyses and thorough discussions of specific topics in History, Theory and Criticism in Architecture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5952A","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Urban Studies 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve a critical and thorough discussion of specific topics in Urban Studies, including Urban Design and Planning.  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Examples of topics that may be studied are: Tropical Urban Design, Sustainable Urban Design, Ecourbanism, Urban Design methodologies and practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5952K","ModuleTitle":"Topics In Urban Studies: Design Thinking and Implementation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to introduce the students to a framework of design methodology, planning, professional practice and project execution.\r\nIt addresses the urban form with optimized open spaces for ecological infrastructures and the public social realm for liveable, environmental and smart cities. Real cases, situations and challenges that planners and\r\ndesigner face today and in the future will be starting points of discussion.\r\nThis multi-disciplinary module addresses the methodology on how to be inspired and how to create a strong design philosophy and to implement this successfully in professional practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5952Q","ModuleTitle":"Topics In Urban Studies - Community Participatory Planning And Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces concepts and practices in participatory planning and design at the community scale. 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Examples of topics that may be discussed are: the evolving role of tools, techniques and constructs of thinking, new typologies, systems and processes, relationships of form, fabric and materials, visualisation and validation of performance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5953D","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Design Technology 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve a critical and thorough discussion of specific topics in Design Technology. Examples of topics that may be discussed are: the evolving role of tools, techniques and constructs of thinking, new typologies, systems and processes, relationships of form, fabric and materials, visualisation and validation of performance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5953L","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Design Technology - Design Space Exploration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"Computational design has grown in importance and is fundamentally changing the nature of the design process in architectural practice. This module focuses on the ability to explore alternative design solutions as a means to inform the design and decision-making process. Without computational means, it is generally infeasible to consider more than a few design alternatives, even if the design solution space is uncountably large. Using techniques such as parametric/associative modelling, rule-based generation and more general algorithmic design generation allows \r\ndefining and investigating a family or language of designs. Besides investigating one or more such techniques, we will also investigate the main characteristics of the design space and its structure.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR5954A","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Landscape Architecture 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve a critical and thorough discussion of specific topics in Urban Landscape Architecture.  Examples of topics that may be discussed are: Tropical Urban Landscape Design, Urban Landscape Architecture in Megacities, Sustainable Urban Landscape Architecture, Landscape Architecture in the Informal City, Landscape Visualisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5954B","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Landscape Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve a critical and thorough discussion of specific topics in Urban Landscape Architecture.  Examples of topics that may be discussed are: Tropical Urban Landscape Design, Urban Landscape Architecturein Megacities, Sustainable Urban Landscape Architecture, Landscape Architecture in the Informal City, Landscape Visualisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5954C","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Landscape Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve a critical and thorough discussion of specific topics in Urban Landscape Architecture. Examples of topics that may be discussed are: Tropical Urban Landscape Design, Urban Landscape Architecture in Megacities, Sustainable Urban Landscape Architecture, Landscape Architecture in the Informal City, Landscape Visualisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AR5954H","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Landscape Architecture 8: Methods & Concepts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"Architecture and landscape architecture students are\nexposed to a wide range of contemporary and emerging\nconcepts and methods such as ecological planning and\ndesign, landscape ecology, ecological urbanism, designing\nfor resilience, regenerative design, climate sensitive urban\ndesign, etc. At the same time, new techniques and tools\nare also being developed, such as in remote sensing,\nvisualization and representation techniques, etc. that are\nincreasingly being used in the landscape architecture\npractice. These highly specialized topics are offered in this\nmodule to provide students with a deeper understanding of\nthese areas.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AR6770","ModuleTitle":"PHD SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ASP1201","ModuleTitle":"H3 Humanities & Soc Sci Research Prog","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ARTS & SOCIAL SC.)","ModuleDescription":"The H3 Humanities and Social Sciences Research Programme is offered to Junior College students who have exceptional ability and aptitude in Economics, Geography, History, Literature in English, Chinese Language and Literature, and Malay Language and Literature. The student will embark on an independent study and research under the supervision of a NUS academic and will be assessed via an extended essay.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"approximately 120 hours of independent study and research and consultation with a NUS lecturer.","Prerequisite":"Reading the relevant H2 subject.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5101","ModuleTitle":"Acoustics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to the physics of the generation, propagation and measurement of sound.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"12-12-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5102","ModuleTitle":"Anatomy & Physiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an understanding of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the ear and the brain as well as the peripheral balance organ. Students will also be introduced to the peripheral organs involved in normal speech production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"20-10-0-0-15","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5103","ModuleTitle":"Pathologies of the Auditory System","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students an understanding of the basis of diseases that are commonly affecting the hearing and balance system, and the impact of the different types of pathology (e.g. conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, central auditory processing disorder, peripheral and central vestibular lesion) on the patient’s life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"12-0-0-6-12","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"AUD5102: Anatomy & Physiology"},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5104","ModuleTitle":"Perception of Sound & Speech","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an understanding of the psychological theory of pitch and loudness perception, the relationship between physically measurable parameters of sound (e.g. frequency, intensity) and the psychological concepts of pitch and loudness, the psychoacoustic methods for determining the detection and discrimination ability of the auditory system, the acoustic features of different speech sounds, binaural hearing and the effect of masking.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"26-0-0-4-15","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"AUD5101: Acoustics"},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5105","ModuleTitle":"Hearing Devices and Rehabilitation A - Part 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the basic understanding of how hearing aid operates and describes the different style of ear moulds and hearing aids (custom aid, behind-the-ear), as well as the electroacoustic features of hearing aids (such as gain, maximum power output). This module also describes the various outcome measures used for verifying amplification and identify potential sources of error in amplification. Student will have hands-on sessions to practice hearing aids programming, fitting, and verification following the lectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"37-0-24-0-29","Prerequisite":"AUD5101: Acoustics\r\nAUD5104: Perception of Sound and Speech","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"AUD5106: Clinical Audiology"},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5106","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Audiology A - Part 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to various methods of diagnostic audiological assessment (objective and subjective tests) and management of adult patients. This module involves lecture and clinical practicum, whereby students will have guided and structured observation of experienced Audiologists assessing hearing impaired patients in the clinic (NUH) and they will get an opportunity to practice on each other in a real clinical environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"21-11-45-0-13","Prerequisite":"AUD5101: Acoustics\r\nAUD5102: Anatomy & Physiology\r\nAUD5103: Pathologies of the Auditory System\r\nAUD5104: Perception of Sound and Speech","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"AUD5105: Hearing Devices and Rehabilitation Part A; AUD5108: Electrophysiological Assessment A."},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5107","ModuleTitle":"Paediatric Audiology A - Part 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to the normal auditory, speech and language, social and physical development of infants and young children. This module also describes the risk factors for hearing loss in children including neonatology, genetics and illnesses, as well as methods of assessing young children’s hearing. This module is delivered through lecture and clinical observation in a real clinical environment (NUH). Students will have guided and structured observation of experienced Audiologists conducting behavioural hearing assessment in young children.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"23-11-45-0-11","Prerequisite":"Pre-requisites: NIL\r\nModule 1: Acoustics\r\nModule 2: Anatomy and Physiology\r\nModule 3: Pathologies of the Auditory System\r\nModule 4: Perception of Sound and Speech","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"Module 5: Clinical Audiology A (Part 1)"},{"ModuleCode":"AUD5109","ModuleTitle":"Professional Practice Issues & Community Audiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is introduced to help students explore the role of audiologists in counselling and multidisciplinary management of hearing impaired individuals and their family members. 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It may also include issues in international strategy such as market and collaborative dynamics, scoping and restructuring, governance and control, innovation and knowledge, and corporate social responsibility. The emphasis will be the state of practice in strategy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BBP6781","ModuleTitle":"Theory of Strategic Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This seminar surveys the major theoretical perspectives and issues studied in strategic management research. The course draws upon theoretical perspectives from economics, sociology and organisation theory to supplement more traditional strategy approaches towards understanding firm performance and related issues. An illustrative list of the issues addressed in strategy research includes identifying the profit potential of industries, exploring relationships between firm resources, behaviour and performance, and understanding the managerial and organisational determinants of firm level outcomes. Many of the issues examined, for example, vertical integration, firm diversification, industry structure, and inter-organisational cooperation, are also common themes in other disciplines such as industrial organisation economics, marketing, and organisational and economic sociology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BDC5101","ModuleTitle":"DETERMINISTIC OPERATIONS RESEARCH MODELS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This module is a first thread in the quantitative decision making and provides the basic quantitative background for courses in finance, operations management, and supply chain management. Operations research (OR) has been applied extensively in such diverse areas as financial planning, logistics and supply management, public service, health care, manufacturing, telecommunication and military, to name just a few. In this module, deterministic operations research models relevant to business decision making will be covered. The emphasis is on model building, solution methods, and interpretation of results. Topics covered include: linear and non-linear programming, dynamic programming, integer programming, heuristic problem-solving methods and other interesting OR topics. Computer packages for OR modelling may be used.\r\n\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BDC6112","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Processes I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Probability space and random variables\nOutcomes, events, and sample space; probability measure and integration; distributions and expectation.\n\nConditional expectation\nConditioning on events; conditioning on random variables; general properties of condition expectation; introduction to martingales.\n\nExponential distribution and Poisson process\nMemorylessness; counting processes; construction of Poisson process; thinning and superposition of Poisson processes; nonhomogeneous and compound Poisson process.\n\nDiscrete-time Markov chains\nMarkov property; stopping times and strong Markov property; classification of states; hitting and absorption probabilities; stationary and limit distributions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"IE6004 Stochastic Process I","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BDC6307","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Data Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to provide operation researchers a\nholistic introduction of classic statistics theories and\nmodern statistical learning toolbox. It also lays the\nnecessary foundations for more advanced machine\nlearning courses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"Calculus, Linear Algebra, Basic Probability Theory","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BHD4001","ModuleTitle":"Honours Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of the Honours Dissertation is to provide the student with an opportunity to select and study a research problem of importance and present his findings logically and systematically in clear and concise prose.  The research topic can be either the study of a business problem involving the use of analytic or predictive models, or a research study using field research techniques or data analysis leading to sound generalisations and deductions, or a scientific analysis of a theoretical problem.  The student is expected to demonstrate (a) a good understanding of relevant methodology and literature (b) the significance and relevance of the problem (c) a logical and sound analysis and (d) a clear and effective presentation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"Varies depending on individual student with their supervisor","Prerequisite":"Varies depending on topics of research","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BI3001A","ModuleTitle":"Business Internship I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This in an internship module lasting a minimum of 8 weeks. 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Through such a learning experience, not only will the student gain an indepth knowledge of the topic of interest, the skills acquired through such a process of independent knowledge\r\nacquisition will be invaluable for a career in the Business world. The personalized interaction with the instructor will also facilitate mentorship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"This will vary according to specific topics.","Preclusion":"This will vary according to specific topics.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BIS3001A","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module in Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module in Business provides the opportunity for student to pursue an in-depth study of a Business topic or issue independently, but under the close supervision and guidance of an instructor. 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Earth is considered as a system through which materials are continuously cycled. Impacts caused by natural or human influences affect the state of balance, leading to environmental problems, with human impacts causing more serious consequences to the environment and human society. The module covers the properties of air, water and land, ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, ecosystem integrity and environmental capacity, pollution pathways and impacts, conservation science, integrated management approaches. The emphasis is to provide a sound understanding of the scientific basis for better environmental decision-making. Targeted Students - For students on the M.Sc. (Environmental Management) program.  Research students and students from other graduate programmes in NUS may apply subject to suitability of candidate and availability of places.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5198","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINAR MODULE IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The main purpose of this module is to help graduate students to improve their presentation skills and to participate in scientific seminars/exchanges in a professional manner.  The module will be spread over one semester and will be graded ?Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory? on the basis of student presentation and participation.  In recent years research in life sciences is gaining importance.  It is essential for the graduate students to have a `bigger? picture of this multi-disciplinary research field. This module, is designed as one in which students are select specific research papers published within the last two years in the leading journals in life sciences and present a seminar on this paper including suitable literature search and critical analysis.  The research paper will be further discussed with their fellow graduate students and lecturers. This seminar style approach is very conducive to spreading new information and getting graduate students aware of and interested in other associated disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"Basic knowledge in life sciences","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BL5201","ModuleTitle":"Structural Biology And Proteomics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The module will focus on recent advances in topics related to structural biology and proteomics. The topics to be discussed will include structure-function relationships, protein-protein interactions, protein folding, protein design and engineering and proteomics. Students will be required to participate actively in the form of presentations/discussion as well as analyses of recent research articles in the area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Students should have completed any two of the following undergraduate courses or their equivalent: Biochemical Techniques; Proteins and Enzymes; Physical Chemistry; and Organic Chemistry.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BL5207A","ModuleTitle":"Topics In Developmental Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Developmental biology is the study of the process and mechanism of a single cell developing into a complex organism. This module will focus on animal models. We will start with the background knowledge in the first half of the module, followed by selected topics in hot areas in developmental biology, e.g. neural development, angiogenesis and vascular development, endoderm development, endocrine glands, signal transduction, embryonic stem cells etc. These topics will be rotated in different years. Thus this module aims at those students who have missed the developmental biology module in their undergraduate programmes as well as those who are working in this and related fields.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-7-0","Prerequisite":"Basic knowledge in biology at undergraduate level","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BL5217","ModuleTitle":"Population Genomics and Phylogenomics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The module will examine how genome-wide datasets can be applied to questions relating to the evolutionary history of animal and plant lineages. Some of the major topics discussed will be \n(1) genome-wide datasets used to entangle rapid radiations, \n(2) genome-wide SNPs deployed to discover patterns of gene flow between neighbouring lineages, \n(3) introgression and admixture across hybrid zones, and many more.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5222","ModuleTitle":"Cellular Mechanisms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"It is increasingly clear that a full appreciation of the chemical and physical properties that govern individual cells is essential for the understanding of development and disease. Emphasis will also be placed on reading primary research publications.\r\n\r\nThis module is designed to expose students to topics such as cell cycle control, cell polarization, membrane trafficking, actin and microtubular cytoskeleton, and cellular mechanisms contributing to disease.  A biochemical and Biophysical view of the cell and its functions will be explored.  In addition to the lectures, the students have time for critical discussion sessions with the lecturers, many of whom are pioneers in the topics being covered in the course.\r\n\r\nIntended for fresh or advanced graduate students familiar with basic cell biology\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-3-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"A strong foundation in life sciences and molecular biology","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BL5223","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Molecular Genetics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The lectures and subsequent tutorials and/or discussions will allow in-depth survey and critical analysis of molecular genetics, beginning with basic principles and extending to modern approaches and special topics. The module will draw on examples from various systems such as Drosophila, C. elegans, yeasts, human, plants and bacteria. The module encompasses advanced treatment of the Central Dogma of molecular biology and covers recent developments in the molecular understanding of genetic information transfer from DNA to RNA to protein, using current examples. Building upon this platform, the module will then proceed to special topics such as Prions, epigenetics, modular signaling cascades, ion channels, membrane dynamics and cellular energetics. It will also provide a broad overview of Protein folding and function.\r\nIntended primarily for new graduate students familiar with basic molecular biology and genetics\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-3-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"Basic knowledge in molecular biology and genetics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BL5229","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals in Biophysical Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The module is directed towards graduates who have\r\nacquired background knowledge of Biology but are interested in more advance mathematical and physical concepts that are fundamental to Biophysical Sciences. \r\n\r\nThe module will introduce topics like algebra, fourier transformation, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, microscopy and computational programming and simulation, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-1-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"Students should have attended advanced undergraduate courses in Biology and with basic concepts in Mathematics and Physics.","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5230","ModuleTitle":"Invasion Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Invasive alien species are a leading global threat to native biodiversity and ecosystem function. They can also have costly impacts on economies, and affect human health and well-being. This module aims to introduce the field of invasion biology and relevant topical and local issues through lectures, directed \r\nreading and discussion, and project work. Selected topics will include invasion pathways, prevention and management of biological invasions, invasive plants, urban invasive species, aquatic invasive species, and climate change and invasive\r\nspecies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-1-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BL5232","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Bioimaging","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Bioimaging is one of the major emerging research areas in biological research due to the wide range of methods available with excellent temporal and spatial resolution. This allows us nowadays to test biological events at the single molecule level. The module aims at introducing the interested student to basics in the field. It will cover the basic physical principles of the diverse bioimaging techniques (electron microscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, atomic force microscopy and light microscopy) and will cover the basic mathematical needs for a quantitative interpretation of bioimaging data (data\r\nevaluation techniques, error treatment).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-2-1-1-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5232B","ModuleTitle":"Practical Bioimaging B: Light Microscopy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Bioimaging is one of the major emerging research areas in biological research due to the wide range of methods available with excellent temporal and spatial resolution. This allows us nowadays to test biological events at the single molecule level. The module aims at introducing the interested student to the practical basis to achieve good images. Students will perform hands-on experiments on the different microscopes in the Centre of Bioimaging Sciences and will get a basic training to allow them to take images independently.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-1-4-1-2","Prerequisite":"BL5232 Introduction to Bioimaging","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5232C","ModuleTitle":"Practical Bioimaging C: Hands-on Microscopy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Bioimaging is one of the major emerging research areas in biological research due to the wide range of methods available with excellent temporal and spatial resolution. This allows us nowadays to test biological events at the single molecule level. The module aims at introducing the interested student to the practical basis to achieve good images in microscopy. Students will construct their own microscopes and perform hands-on experiments on the different microscopes in the Centre of Bioimaging Sciences and will get a basic training to allow them to take images independently.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-1-4-1-2","Prerequisite":"BL5232 Introduction to Bioimaging","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5235","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Optics for Microscopy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The aim of the course is to describe the physical principles at stake in a microscope. The principles of light emission, the notion of coherence, of diffraction, of adsorption, of interferences and of spatial filtering will be\r\npresented in the context of imaging of biological samples. The course aims at providing a deeper understanding and physical grounds to the various practical approaches implemented in a microscope. The idea is to follow the imaging path of a light microscope and to introduce physical principles and mathematical simplest formalism to understand the underlying mechanism in the acquisition of biological relevant images.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"BL5232 Introduction to Bioimaging","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5236","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Electron Microscopy for Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Bioimaging is one of the major emerging research areas in biological research. Some of the most interesting biological systems like viruses and certain large molecules are 1 to 100 nm in size, and cannot be studied using optical microscopy methods. To image these biological systems, electron microscopy must be employed. This module aims to introduce students to the basics of electron microscopy and its application in life sciences. Students will learn basic principles of electron optics, and the electron microscopy techniques used in the study of biological systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-1-0-1-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BL5237","ModuleTitle":"Computational Biology: Sequences, Structures, Functions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The module will focus on introduction to the application of computational structural biology. The topics to be discussed will include sequence-structure-function relationships, evolutionary aspects of proteins, allostery in interactions,\r\nprotein dynamics, drug design and engineering. Students will be required to participate actively in the form of presentations/discussion as well as analyses of recent research articles in the area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"7-4.5-0-10-11","Prerequisite":"Basic understanding of physics/chemistry and interest in structural biology","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BLD3001","ModuleTitle":"Business Leadership Case Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for students who want to learn about the complex responsibilities and contextual factors facing business leaders today. It will enhance students? awareness of the role that context plays in the making of business leaders. Through interactive in-class case analyses and actual field work, students are expected to come to realize how context influences business leadership over time. The module will introduce how the interactions among the elements in the environmental context (government intervention, technology, globalization, labor market, etc.) impact the effectiveness of business leadership.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"(MNO1706/MNO1706X or PL3239) and MNO2705.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BLD3002","ModuleTitle":"CEOs as Leaders","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"\"This is an independent study module about leadership at the highest level of an organization. As the ultimate “synergizing force” to create value for the organization by uniting, coordinating, and synchronising all\r\nelements of an organization to strive to attain organizational objectives, the CEOs are the most critical component in the leadership “food chain”. What must a leader add to the system to ensure that the organization will function like a welloiled machine to generate value for shareholders?\"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-2.5-2.5","Prerequisite":"(MNO1706/MNO1706X or PL3239) and MNO2705.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BLD3003","ModuleTitle":"Personal Leadership Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"\"This independent study module delves into the leadership experiences a leader may go through as an individual. Leaders are also individual persons like you and me. How to deal with the leadership role and personally make sense of what a person does as a leader thus constitutes an essential part of leadership training. This module will address these topics:\r\n• The Leader as an Individual\r\n• Personality Traits and Leader Behavior\r\n• Leadership World View and Attitude\r\n• Leadership Mind and Heart\r\n• What Does It Mean to be a Follower\r\n• Developing Personal Potential\"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-2.5-2.5-5","Prerequisite":"(MNO1706/MNO1706X or PL3239) and MNO2705.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BLD3004","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Leadership Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This is an independent study module meant to cover any topics that are not covered by any other modules on leadership. The supervisor will provide the details according to the needs of the students and the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-5-5","Prerequisite":"(MNO1706/MNO1706X or PL3239) and MNO2705.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5001","ModuleTitle":"MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to provide a rigorous foundation in economic theory for analyzing the key managerial decision problems of firms and other economic organisations. The course develops the analytic tools of microeconomic theory for modeling the economic behaviour of economic agents (consumers, firms, asset owners etc.) and the functioning of markets, and shows how these tools can be applied to deal with problems of practical relevance to managers. The course takes a \"modernist\" approach, incorporating recent theoretical developments such as transaction costs theory, markets with asymmetric information, principal-agent models to enhance the student's appreciation of the analytic power and practical applicability of economic theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5002","ModuleTitle":"ANALYTICS FOR MANAGERS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The course demonstrates how Analytics based on the scientific paradigm of data, models and assumptions produce Business Intelligence that can be used to support managerial decisions. \r\n\r\nFocus is on the appreciation of a battery of quantitative tools: their scientific concepts, their applications straddling Finance, Marketing, SCM, HR etc. as well as their limitations. \r\n\r\nTopics include Decision and Risk analyses, Linear and Nonlinear optimization models, Exploratory CRM (i.e. effective extraction and communication of information from data), Statistical Thinking (data variability, margins of error and hypothesis testing), ANOVA (comparison of group averages), Forecasting using Regression and Time Series models. \r\n\r\nThe utility of MS Excel and dedicated add-ins will be demonstrated throughout the course. \r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5003","ModuleTitle":"FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The objective of the course is to introduce the basic concepts and principles of both financial and managerial accounting, without being excessively technical and procedural in emphasis. The coverage of topics aims to equip non-accounting managers with a basic understanding of accounting concepts and systems, the limitations of accounting data and financial statements, and the uses of accounting information for decision-making and performance evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5004A","ModuleTitle":"MANAGEMENT & ORGANIZATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5008","ModuleTitle":"FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The course is to provide students with the knowledge of financial resource management and the role of financial manager in maximizing the value of the firm.  The main topics covered include: basic concepts and principles of financial management; standard techniques of financial analysis and control; financial markets and business environments; valuation and capital budgeting; capital structure and cost of capital; sources of financing and management of current assets and liabilities of the firm.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5009","ModuleTitle":"MARKETING MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The course is designed to provide the students an understanding of basic marketing concepts, tools and techniques and their application in the analysis of marketing problems. The focus is on creativity and appreciation of the role of marketing in an enterprise and its relationship with other functions of business. The course deploys a combination of teaching methods, including lectures, cases, exercises, and projects and covers topics such as the marketing concept, analysis of the marketing environment, buyer behavior, segmentation and targeting, development of marketing programmess and the specific elements of the marketing mix of product, pricing, promotion and distribution. Issues in integrating the marketing mix and implementing, evaluating and controlling the market programme are also addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5011","ModuleTitle":"Macroeconomics in the Global Economy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the tools and techniques of macro- and international economic thinking as applied to business.  It provides a foundation for international management, particularly country risk analysis, finance, and other business disciplines.  Specific learning outcomes are understanding of \r\n(i) Tracking the macro-economy; \r\n(ii) Sources of growth; \r\n(iii) Short-term fluctuations -- business cycle; (iv) Government policy; and (v) International trade and finance.”","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"BMA 5001 “Managerial Economics”"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5013","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE STRATEGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the work of top management in business organisations.  The primary perspective adopted is that of the general manager at the head of a business entitya?\"the corporation, business, division or planta?\"whose main responsibility is the overall success of his or her organisation.  The course concentrates on the skills and actions required of the general manager for the development, communication and implementation of strategic organisational choices in the context of complex business situations. Two related areas comprise the core of the course.  The first, strategy formulation, address the goals and objectives of the course, and the means by which these goals and objectives are to be achieved.  The second area, strategy implementation, concentrates on how the general manager deploys the organisationa??s resources to implement, control and improve the formulated strategy. In order to capture the pragmatic, action oriented nature of the general managera??s task and the complexity of the environment in which he or she operates, part of the course is taught through the case method.  In addition, students will be exposed to a range of practitioner or theoretical readings on the subject.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"BMA5003 and BMA5009","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5016A","ModuleTitle":"LEADERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5122","ModuleTitle":"Macroeconomics and Finance: Perspectives from Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the link between economic growth, financial markets and policy in Asia, from a structural as well as cyclical perspective. The course draws on many analytical tools of macro and international economics covered in BMA5011, which is a pre-requisite. Major topics covered include: (1) The role of financial system and regulation in Asia’s economic development; (2) Asian\r\nfinancial crisis and its legacies; (3) The evolution of Asian exchange rate regimes and real exchange rate adjustment; and (4) Opportunities and policy challenges posed by globalization, regional integration and cross-border\r\ntransmission of shocks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5126","ModuleTitle":"Strategy and Big Data","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The application of computing power to the collection and analysis of detailed information relating to wide variety of processes and issues – summarized as big data – has the potential to change how business problems are evaluated\r\nand solved. In turn this has the potential to change how organizations operate and succeed. This module introduces students to big data constructs and uses in strategy and decision making. It will focus on the implications of big data for all aspects of business strategy, focusing primarily on customer interactions, competitive advantage, capabilities development, and how these influence the content and implementation of strategy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"BMA5013","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5235","ModuleTitle":"Transformational Service Innovations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"In an increasingly competitive world, companies must focus on the investments, outsourcing options, organization and staffing of technology to drive and support business. The critical path to business success is however not the technology itself, but changing the business process and the work supported by the technology.\r\n\r\nService transformation around technology is one of the methods by which organizations evolve/sustain themselves and also grow to delight their customers, and to expand their core product/service offerings.\r\n\r\nSuch transformations are  underpinned by an attention to the customer, judicious application of information and communications technologies, strategic marketing.  and numerous other management tools.\r\n\r\nDrawing  on years of experience managing leading companies based in Singapore and the regions, this module will walk the students through the different  scenarios and challenges faced,  to provide a holistic approach and an in-depth study of  organizations that have transformed themselves using a mix of purpose/strategy, business process (both for productivity or new businesses) and people strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5313","ModuleTitle":"PRIVATE EQUITY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Come 2007, banks in many countries will have to start embracing a new approach to risk management. Commonly termed Basel II, it requires banks to move away from unvalidated human judgements to testable and verifiable empirical methods in assessing risk, especially credit risk. Countries that cannot meet with the deadline may  have a few years of grace period but would eventually have to adopt this new approach. Basel II prescibes specific definitions and parameters that banks have to use for risk measurement. The module will cover these plus the immense challenges that they pose to banks","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"BMA5008","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5314","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurial Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course will touch upon a broad range of fields in entrepreneurial finance. This course analyzes essential issues and problems facing entrepreneurial enterprises from starting-up, raising financial resources, managing and sustaining growth, as well as exiting stategies.  The course is case oriented, with real-world cases studied beforehand and analyzed and discussed in class.  \r\n\r\nThe aim of this course is to prepare students for careers related to entrepreneurial enterprises—as founder, employee, investor, banker or provider of consulting or financial services to these businesses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-5-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5323","ModuleTitle":"Applied Portfolio Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This advanced Seminar in Finance module will serve as a comprehensive real world examination of the quantitative fundamental behavioural and model-based approaches utilised for performing security valuation in the financial industry. Major topics covered include Discounted Cash Flow Valuation, Relative Valuation, Valuing Private Firms, Acquisitions and Value Enhancement Strategies. Lectures will involve frequent interaction with practitioners from the industry hands-on lab projects and real-life examples. Suitable for students interested in a career as a financial analyst (both on the buy-side and sell-side), or as a portfolio manager.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-1-1-5","Prerequisite":"BMA5008","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5324","ModuleTitle":"Value Investing In Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to highlight the skills necessary from a theoretical and practical standpoint necessary for investing using a “value” and “fundamental” approach. The course aims to apply traditional value investment theory with the practical challenges of investing in Asian equity markets.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-6-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"BMA5003 and BMA5008","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5404","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurship & Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"In a competitive environment, entrepreneurship is an essential and indispensable element in the success of every business organization - whether small or large, new or long-established. This course focuses on entrepreneurship, the processes involved in creating and exploiting new, innovative resource combinations and opportunities. The emphasis of innovation is made explicit in the course title.\n\nThis course focuses on two primary objectives. First to understand how one can enhance and increase innovativeness in any context. Innovation means that a new product, a new service or a new process is developed and pushed into the market. The range, scope, and complexity of the\nissues related to the creating and implementing something new is discussed. At the end of the course, the students will have learnt how to innovate.\n\nThe second objective of this course is to provide students with an opportunity for “hands-on” knowledge on starting an entrepreneurial firm. This objective will be accomplished by developing new ideas and asking the question on how one can implement them in the market and by doing\nhands-on interviews with entrepreneurs who have gone through the experience of founding a new venture.\n\nThe course utilizes class discussions of weekly assignments, brief lectures and case discussion. The course is based on an evidence-based management perspective in which there is careful discussion of what is known, what is conjecture, what is (useful) gut feeling and where does new knowledge come from and how it can be used. Discussion of assigned readings and cases and the completion of a field project are integral to meeting the course objectives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5407","ModuleTitle":"MANAGING HUMAN CAPITAL","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module discusses basic theories, concepts, practices and current issues in the management of huma capital in organizations. Topics include attracting, retaining, motivating and rewarding human capital. It will also discuss the impact of globalization on human capital, global flow and cross-cultural management of human capital","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5524","ModuleTitle":"Marketing Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5530","ModuleTitle":"Design Thinking & Product Innovations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on integrating Design Thinking into the creative development of innovative products and services. It is a human-centric approach with emphasis on user desirability, technology feasibility and business viability.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"BMA5009","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5801","ModuleTitle":"Management Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"designed to prepare students for effective communication\r\nat the workplace. It enables students to develop and\r\ndemonstrate effective, business oriented communication\r\nskills in three important areas: (a) reading; (b) writing; and\r\n(c) speaking.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5901","ModuleTitle":"MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5902","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurship Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Riding on the NUS Enterprise’s Lean Launchpad program, this module is an elective to provide MBA students opportunities to participate & engage in real-world entrepreneurship, and learn how to commercialize an innovative idea. Since there is no better way to learn than through practice, the students will have to get out of the classroom and talk to potential customers, partners and\r\ncompetitors to experience the uncertainty that comes with commercialising and creating new ventures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMA5903","ModuleTitle":"MBA Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This in an internship module lasting a minimum of 16 weeks. The minimum number of hours of work is set at 640 hours.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-36-4","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed at least one semester of MBA programme","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5001A","ModuleTitle":"Leadership","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the comparative (East-West) psychological perspectives on management. The psychological perspective addresses such topics as: comparative views on leadership; roles and functions of the chief executive; the role of power, influence and politics; establishing supportive communications;\r\nenhancing employee performance through motivation and empowerment; delegating for responsiveness; managing conflict, change and varied stakeholders. The psychological perspective will emphasize experiential\r\nlearning to enhance leadership skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5001B","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Skills","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the comparative (East-West) sociological perspectives on management. The sociological perspective includes coverage of: organization\r\nstructure and design; organization culture; control and coordination systems; the nature and functioning of small groups in organizations; and organization development and change. The sociological perspective will emphasize understanding of the imperatives of managing complex organizations to enhance managerial skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5002A","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Strategy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the work of a leader for a business entity, the corporation, business, division or plant. The module concentrates on the skills and actions required of the general manager for the development, communication and implementation of strategic organizational choices in\r\nthe context of complex business situations. Typical topics include: perspectives on the role of firms in society; setting of mission and objectives; the concept of strategy; industry analysis, generic strategies; firm competencies; corporate\r\nstrategy and diversification; environmental analysis; strategy and structure; culture and other implementation processes; strategic leadership; organizational learning; stakeholder analysis and corporate ethics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5002B","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Issues in Strategy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module uses the strategic frameworks to explore specific contemporary issues faced by the general managers in different industries in the different regions of the world. The module will adopt a comparative perspective by first examining the evolution of strategic management practice in the West and in Asia, and then reconciling differences in practices from the viewpoint of an Asian manager.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5003A","ModuleTitle":"Decision Making","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module provides for an appreciation of the business decision-making process from the perspective of senior executives. It focuses on the process involving problemformulation and model building. Possible biases and pitfalls in the decision making process are discussed. Hands-on experiences are induced for the students to appreciate and understand the biases and pitfalls, and to formulate strategy and methods to overcome their own biases and pitfalls.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5004A","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide a foundation for the understanding of the economic environment of business. It covers an overview of macroeconomic indicators and their determinants; the functioning of markets; the tools of macroeconomic management (monetary, exchange rate and fiscal policies); and industrial policy, especially the role of technology, externalities, market failures, imperfect competition, and strategic trade policy in influencing national competitiveness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5006A","ModuleTitle":"Marketing Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module provides executives with an understanding of marketing concepts, tools and techniques and their application in the analysis of marketing problems. The module covers topics such as the marketing concept; analysis of the marketing environment; buyer behavior; segmentation and targeting; development of marketing programmes and elements of the marketing mix: product, pricing, promotion and distribution. Issues in integrating the marketing mix and implementing, evaluating and controlling the marketing programme in the Asian context constitute a common theme of this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5006B","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Issues in Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module provides practical and relevant exposures to how the tools and frameworks covered in BMC5006a Marketing Management are operationalized in the real situations. The module focused on how behavioral changes induced by external and global conditions in economy, technology, culture and politics affect marketing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5007A","ModuleTitle":"Accounting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module presents an overview of the principles of accounting, with a view to providing executives, who may not possess prior accounting training, with an understanding of accounting concepts. Topics include: the uses and limitations of accounting information for decision making and performance evaluation; the standard  techniques of financial control; valuation and capital budgeting; and the management of current assets and liabilities of the firm.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5008A","ModuleTitle":"Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the responsibilities of senior executives for the effective management and utilization of human resources. The central perspective is the crosscultural management of people within Asian businesses. Topics include: the design and management of personnel systems; planning, employee development and retention, staff appraisal and the design of rewards systems employee relations and collective bargaining; the implications of an aging population for human resources planning and management; and comparative perspectives on HRM; and managing professional employees, whose competencies and specialized knowledge increasingly determine and sustain competitive advantage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5008B","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Issues in Human Resouce Managment and Organuzational Behavior","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module will deal with critical HR issues arising from new business challenges of the 21st century, such as anticipated demographic and value changes in the labor force, business diversification and globalization, organizational reorienting and restructuring, and working relationships and corporate cultures in the process of transition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5009A","ModuleTitle":"Systems & Operations Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Systems and operations management is the management of all internal activities directly related to the creation of goods and/or services through the transformation of inputs into outputs. This transformation process involves designing, planning, controlling, and executing activities. The objects dealt with involve manpower, materials, machines, facilities, and customers. The interaction and interrelationship of all the activities and objects makes the management of operations a challenging task. Managing these activities with a systems perspective is critical to the success of a company.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5009B","ModuleTitle":"Supply Chain Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Supply chain management is the management of all external activities related to the creation of goods and/or services. The business competition is no longer competition among firms, it is about competition among supply chains. The interaction and interrelationship of all entities in the supply chain makes the management of supply chain a challenging task. To be competitive in today’s global marketplace, a company must have effective and efficient operations management across and along its supply and demand network.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5010A","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with the frameworks and approaches to diagnose the financial status and health of a company by analyzing its financial statements. Based on the diagnostic, various potential remedies to improve the\r\nfinancial health of a company are discussed. The module will pay particular attentions on the similarities and differences among Singapore, Chinese and other foreign companies, focusing on publicly listed companies. The module will also explore specific issues such as merger and acquisition, and various forms of corporate financing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5010B","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Governance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Corporate Governance is to provide a solid understanding of corporate governance from an international perspective, drawing from the perspectives of academics, regulators, practitioners and policy-makers. The module will include an overview of corporate governance and corporate governance mechanisms that help control managerial behaviour, different ownership structures, models and systems of corporate governance internationally, policy responses of different countries to corporate governance concerns, board of directors, board committees, external and internal auditing, executive and director compensation, disclosure and transparency, and communication with investors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5011A","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Issues in Business 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This is the first part of special topics module. The modules offered under this heading will address one or more of a range of important topics and issues in the management of Asian organizations. Examples of modules or topics include: contemporary issues in Asian business, East Asian (Japanese, Korean & Chinese) business and management systems, business-government relations in Asia, managing the China venture, managing in South Asia and managing the Asian multinational corporation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMC5011B","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Issues in Business 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This is the second part of special topics module. The modules offered under this heading will address one or more of a range of important topics and issues in the management of Asian organizations. Examples of modules or topics include: contemporary issues in Asian business, East Asian (Japanese, Korean & Chinese) business and management systems, business-government relations in Asia, managing the China venture, managing in South Asia and managing the Asian multinational corporation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"24","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5001","ModuleTitle":"LEADERSHIP","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module combines comparative (East - West) sociological and psychological perspectives on management to provide for an understanding of the imperatives of managing complex organisations as well as enhancing leadership and managerial skills. The sociological perspective includes coverage of: organisation structure and design; organisation culture; control and co-ordination systems; the nature and functioning of small groups in organisations; and organisation development and change.  The psychological perspective addresses such topics as: comparative views on leadership; roles and functions of the chief executives; the role of power, influence and politics; establishing supportive communications; enhancing employeea??s performance through motivation and empowerment; delegating for responsiveness, managing conflict, change and varied stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5003","ModuleTitle":"Business Analytics for Decision Makers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module provides for an appreciation of the basic tools of statistical and quantitative methods of business decision-making from the perspectives of senior executives as requesters and users of such analyses. The emphasis is on problem-formulation and model building, providing conceptual input for - and evaluating the output of - the more detailed work carried out by decision analysts.  The module will also provide for familiarization with standard computer packages as tools for arriving at solutions to problems as means for communicating analyses and decisions within and outside the organisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5004","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module covers managerial economics theory and applications. It introduces the basic microeconomic theories of marginal analysis and competitive markets. It then develops analysis of market power and imperfect markets, with applications to business management and policy. The techniques provide building blocks for other disciplines, including cost accounting, corporate finance, marketing, and business strategy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BME5006","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Marketing and Brand Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module is designed to provide executives with an understanding of marketing concepts, tools and techniques and their application in the analysis of marketing problems.  The module covers topics such as the marketing concept; analysis of the marketing environment; buyer behaviour; segmentation and targeting; development of marketing programmes and elements of the marketing mix: product, pricing, promotion and distribution.  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Topics include: the uses and limitations of accounting information for decision making and performance evaluation; knowledge of financial resource management; the role of managers in maximizing the financial value of the firm; the standard techniques of financial analysis and control; financial markets and the environment in which businesses operate; valuation and capital budgeting; capital structure and the cost of capital; the choice of sources of financing; and the management of current assets and liabilities of the firm.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5009","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Operations Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the participants to the functional areas of Operations and Logistics Management.  It will cover topics such as Operations Planning and Control, Quality Excellence, Japanese Operations Systems, Theory of Constraints, Operations Research-Based Tools, Operations Strategy and Design, Supply Chain Management, Risk Pooling, Vendor Hubs, Physical Distribution and Transportation, Strategic Warehousing, Logistics Performance and Planning and Third Party Logistics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5010","ModuleTitle":"Management of Technology and Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the core concepts and practices of innovation management and entrepreneurship with a specific focus on the challenges and opportunities in the Asia-Pacific context. While the specific choice of topics may vary from one cohort to the next, the module is structured to equip the class participants with a fundamental understanding of the dynamics of technological and business model innovation, the key analytic tools for formulating and\nimplementing innovation strategy, the basic organizational approaches to managing innovation, and the core mindsets and skills of entrepreneurship to discover, evaluate and exploit innovation opportunities for business and social goals. While the module does not assume in-depth knowledge of specific technologies and will use examples and cases covering a diverse range of technological and industry contexts to illustrate the core concepts, it will encourage interactive learning among the class participants through sharing of insights derived from their own respective deep domain knowledge of different technological innovations and business/industry contexts. The module will give special emphasis on challenges and opportunities of innovation and entrepreneurship that are of particular relevance to the Asia-Pacific context, including low-cost disruptive innovation as a competitive strategy, intellectual property (IP) management issues in emerging market contexts, and the entrepreneurial use of social networks in Asian cultures. Besides bringing in experienced innovation managers and entrepreneurs to share their practical experiences with the class, the module will also facilitate knowledge sharing by classmates with start-up entrepreneurial or corporate intrapreneurial experiences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5011","ModuleTitle":"Services Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Modules offered under this heading will address one or more of a range of important topics and issues in the management of Asian organisations.  Examples of modules or topics include: contemporary issues in Asian business, East Asian (Japanese, Korean, Chinese) business and management systems, business-government relations in Asia, managing the China venture, managing in South Asia, managing the Asian multinational corporation systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5012","ModuleTitle":"Scenario Planning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Modules offered under this heading address the concerns and developmental needs of senior executive with responsibility for the overall success of their organisations.  Typical topics include: thinking creatively and strategically; global strategic management; managing value-creation through strategy; the strategic management of information technology; managing the organisation-Government interface; managing external relations; and managing inter-firm relations and strategic alliances.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5018","ModuleTitle":"MANAGING BUSINESS FOR SUSTAINABILITY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module examines how firms and the markets on which they depend are affected by considerations related to global, national, and corporate sustainability.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5019","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE FINANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide a strong conceptual foundation for finance. The main objective of this module is to understand the ways in which firms can create value for their shareholders by applying appropriate financial strategies. Towards this purpose, finance theory will be used to solve practical problems faced by financial managers using a series of examples and cases. Topics include discounted cash flow models, risk and return, valuation of stocks and projects, payout policy, and capital structure.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5020","ModuleTitle":"ENTREPRENEURSHIP","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Creating a new business is a challenging and complex task. The road to entrepreneurial success is long, winding and strewn with pitfalls, obstacles and blind turns. The risks of starting a new business are high. However, as is always the case, the rewards are commensurate with the risk: in addition to the psychic rewards of starting a business, witness the dominance of entrepreneurs in the Forbes 400 list. The purpose of this course is to:\n• Help students understand the process, challenges, risks and rewards of starting up a new business\n• Equip them with the tools required to start their own business\n• Improve their chances of successfully starting their own business","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5021","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE GOVERNANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Corporate Governance (CG) has been defined “as a set of relationships between a company’s management, its board, shareholders, the community at large, as well as other stakeholders, providing the structure through which the objectives for the company are set, and the means of attaining those objectives and monitoring performance are determined” (paraphrasing OECD Principles of Corporate Governance, 2004).The objective of this course is to provide a solid understanding of CG from an international perspective –with focus on Asia – drawing from insights of academia, regulators and practitioners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BME5022","ModuleTitle":"BUSINESS STRATEGY SIMULATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"In today's intensely competitive environment, the development and execution of market strategy is more critical than ever before. This course provides a framework for creativity and strategic thinking in a competitive setting that enhances participant’s management and leadership abilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BME5033","ModuleTitle":"LEADERSHIP: EXPLORATION, ASSESSMENT & DEVELOPMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The Leadership Skills Assessment and Development Module aims to develop students’ self-awareness. Selfawareness helps to understand why we do things the way we do. It also helps to understand the people around us. How they perceive us, our attitudes, and our behaviors and why they react to us the way they do. This understanding allows us to break routines and to learn new ways of dealing with the challenges we encounter. Hence, the more we know about our self, including our strengths, weaknesses, motivations, needs, thoughts, beliefs, emotions, desires, habits, and assumptions, the better we are able to adapt to change, learn, and direct our future.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"40-0-0-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMF5001","ModuleTitle":"Financial Management of Family Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course analyzes governance of family firms. This course highlights that family business is an organizational structure of large firms and for a large part are global and\r\nsurprisingly similar across business environment, nations and cultures. This course investigates the underlying mechanisms that create the uniqueness of family firms. In\r\naddition, this course discusses the role of the founding family in the firm and analyses how the family’s various preferences, psychology, family structures, and family\r\naffairs affect corporate policy such as CEO succession planning and financial policies, and the outcomes on the firm value. Finally, the course discusses the design of\r\ngovernance structure to constrain the family’s influences over corporate policies as well as govern the family to preserve the firm value.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BMK5004","ModuleTitle":"Design Thinking & Business Innovations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to raise the understanding of the significance of Design Thinking and its innovative applications to businesses. \r\n\r\nIt would provide: \r\na) insights on the cognitive issues of Design Thinking at the personal level; \r\nb) a broad review of the practice of Design Thinking at organizational level; \r\nc) an experience of the processes and methodologies needed to take a creative idea all the way to market. 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A research proposal on a topic (to be approved by instructor) based on those covered in this seminar is due at the end of the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMK6104","ModuleTitle":"Marketing Seminar: Marketing Theory & Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMK6107","ModuleTitle":"Empirical Modelling in Marketing (II)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMK6110I","ModuleTitle":"Field Experiments and Behavioral Economics Modeling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is to provide marketing doctoral students with an orientation to current research in the field of marketing. The primary objectives are to provide students with exposure to representative samples of significant research streams, current issues, and research priorities in the marketing field, and to introduce doctoral students to the research interests of the NUS marketing faculty and visiting professors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMK6111N","ModuleTitle":"Seminar in Marketing Strategy and Industrial Organization II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is to provide marketing doctoral students with an orientation to current research in the field of marketing. The primary objectives are to provide students with exposure to representative samples of significant research streams, current issues, and research priorities in the marketing field, and to introduce doctoral students to the research interests of the NUS marketing faculty and visiting professors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMM5001","ModuleTitle":"Leadership and Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"sociological and psychological perspectives on management. The sociological perspective includes coverage of: organization structure and design; organization culture; control and coordination systems; the nature and functioning of small groups in organizations; and organization development and change. The \r\npsychological perspective addresses topics such as: comparative views on leadership; roles and functions of the chief executive; the role of power, influence and politics; establishing supportive communications; enhancing employee performance through motivation and empowerment; delegating for  esponsiveness; managing conflict, change and varied stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"8-4-0-16-12","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMM5002","ModuleTitle":"Asia-Pacific Economic and Business Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module develops principles of macroeconomics to enable policy makers to govern more effectively in relation to business owners, investors, employees, markets and the regulatory environment in Asia-Pacific context. 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On the other hand, the descriptive approach has provided insightful understandings of how people deviate from rational decision-making and easily fall into common decision traps. This course will teach students how to think critically about the decisions people make, how to avoid common decision pitfalls, and how to improve decision making skills by offering a comprehensive cross-disciplinary knowledge of decision making and more importantly its real life applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BMM5105","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Fundamentals and City Planning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course exposes the students the key concepts of city planning, real estate market and development process. 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The current module will sample emerging trends in personnel management and try to build practical relevance of Human Resource Management research. We will discuss issues such as different HRIR systems, sustainability, learning organizations, HRM in different types of organizations (government agencies, NGOs, etc.) global human capital management, etc. in the class.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-0-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMS5107","ModuleTitle":"Ethical Leadership and Corporate Strategy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course provides a foundation for business sustainability and achieving a triple bottom line – economic success through Environment, Social (Labour/Human Rights) and Governance (“ESG”) actions that current and future leaders can drive and embed within their organizations – established corporations, start-up ventures, family owned businesses, consulting firms, for profit, not for profit, SMEs etc.  Students will take the knowledge and skills of this seminar and use it as a platform for ethical decision making and risk management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMS5108","ModuleTitle":"Macroeconomics and Finance: Perspectives from Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the link between macroeconomics, financial markets and policy in Asia, drawing on many analytical tools of macroeconomics and international finance. Topics covered include: capital flows in Asia and policy challenges, foreign exchange hedging and speculation, real exchange rate adjustment and macroeconomic imbalances, Asian financial crisis and its legacies, and opportunities and policy challenges posed by\nglobalization, regional integration and cross-border transmission of shocks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"BMS5305","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurial Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The module is not only relevant for would-be entrepreneurs, but also for those considering a career in the venture capital industry. This module differs from a\r\ntypical corporate finance module in that it highlights the special and unique considerations when planning the financial needs of new or young ventures. Many conventional means of funding (such as bank borrowings, issuance of bonds or public equities) for established or public listed companies are generally not available to small and young companies due to their lack of business track record. This module will highlight the various means of\r\nfund raising for new or young ventures, with special emphasis on the analyses and requirements of the professional venture capital funds, which have made\r\nsignificant contributions in nurturing many promising young companies into multi-billion dollar listed corporations in the past decades.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"Basic Financial Management\r\nBasic Financial Accounting","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMS5503","ModuleTitle":"Pricing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course is an introductory course to pricing as a corporation function. The course will examine the basic concepts of how buyers respond to price stimuli, and how prices are key marketing tools. Students will learn the various dimensions of price and the role price plays in firm/product positioning. The course will explore in-depth the issues of developing and managing effective pricing strategies while questioning existing practices and widespread assumptions. Students will learn how prices present important information, what role the corporate executive must play in designing and implementing pricing strategies and how pricing strategies affect firm survival and sustainability.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"MKT4413 Pricing Models and Strategy","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BMU5007","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE FINANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This course covers some of the most important topics in Managerial Finance.  Emphasis is placed on the optimal allocation of resources for both individuals and corporations.  The first part of the course deals mainly with optimal decisions under certainty where resources are allocated over time.  The second part of the course deals with how to measure uncertainties and how uncertainties affect the operations and finances of a firm.  Factors explaining security returns are investigated as well as the concept of market efficiency.  The course cumulates with a discussion on mergers and acquisitions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"32-0-0-40-60","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BMU5008","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE GOVERNANCE, BUSINESS LAW & ETHICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Corporate Governance gives an overview of the importance of corporate governance and the mechanisms that help control managerial behavior.  Different models and systems of corporate governance internationally are compared and contrasted, and policy responses of different countries to corporate governance concerns are examined.  The course will then examine specific corporate governance mechanisms and issues. 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In EPP I, students will be exposed to key engineering problems such as how to analyse a complex medical \ntechnology, how to design and fabricate a prototype and how to predict failure.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"6-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"N/A","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"BN2001","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module encourages students to become independent and self-motivated learners, and promote students interest in research-based work. It consists of a series of laboratory-based projects or other academic prescriptions for the students independent study. 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They will get hands on experience with rapid prototyping equipment and techniques, and will learn how to use 3D CAD modeling to convert their design ideas into a realizable form.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-1-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Stage 1 & 2 Bioengineering Students","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN2201","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Physiology for Bioengineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students interested in bioengineering with a basic foundation in the physiology of the human body. In contrast to traditional physiology, engineering concepts will be used as a basis to explain and quantify physiological function. The goal of this module is to give students an overview of how the body functions from an engineering perspective in preparation for more advanced bioengineering modules. The major topics that will be covered are biotransport systems, bioenergy systems and biocontrol systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.5-1.5-5","Prerequisite":"BIE Stage 2 standing","Preclusion":"DY103 Physiology, LSM3212 Human Physiology, PY1105 Physiology I, PY1106 Physiology II","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN2202","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Biotransport","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module will present fundamental transport solutions which model the major features of biological flow.  The conservation of mass, momentum, and energy in a system will be studied and applied to blood flows in the cardiovascular system.  Basic knowledge of non-Newtonian fluid mechanics will also be covered.  Bifurcation flow and Hemorheology in macrocirculation and microcirculation will be discussed.  Mass transfer will be introduced to the students for applications in drug delivery, dialysis devices and bioreactors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.5-1.5-5","Prerequisite":"MA1505 Mathematics I and MA1506 Mathematics II","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN2402","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Bioinstrumentation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces students to the basics of bioinstrumentation, electric circuit analysis, biosensors, bioamplifiers and their related applications to biomedical device design. The module covers the topics on fundamentals of biomedical instrumentation design, the use of KVL, KCL, superposition and circuit equivalence techniques to analyze circuits, principles of biosensors and bioamplifiers in biosignals recovery. This module also encompasses the basic elements for biomedical device design and prototyping to solve a medical problem through a hands-on design project performed in teams.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.5-3.5-3","Prerequisite":"PC1432 Physics IIE","Preclusion":"EG1108 Electrical Engineering","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN3101","ModuleTitle":"Biomedical Engineering Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Preparation of formal engineering reports on a series of engineering analysis and design problems illustrating methodology from various branches of applied mechanics as applied to bioengineering problems. Statistical analysis. A term project and oral presentation are required. Students are exposed to the entire design process: design problem definition, generation of a design specification, documentation, design review process, prototype fabrication, testing and calibration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"2-0.5-0-3-4.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN3202","ModuleTitle":"Musculoskeletal Biomechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to introduce students to the principles of biomechanics in performing force analysis of the human musculoskeletal system; give an appreciation of the musculoskeletal system in producing body movements and functions; apply the fundamentals of biomechanics in analysing musculoskeletal disorders in areas such as orthopaedics, occupational health and sports.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.25-3.25-3.5","Prerequisite":"BN2204 Fundamentals of Biomechanics","Preclusion":"BN3201 Introduction to Biomechanics","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN3402","ModuleTitle":"Bio-Analytical Methods In Bioengineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The aim of the course is to give a theoretical and practical introduction into selected analytical methods for the characterization of biomaterials, tissues, biomolecules and immobilized biological molecules. The methods are focused to obtain: structural, topological (e.g. atomic force microscopy), chemical (e.g. spectrometry) and functional (e.g. surface palsmon resonance and bioassays) information for the characterization of biomolecules, biomaterials, tissues and biomodified materials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"(CM1121 or CM1501) and (LSM1101 or LSM1401)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN4101","ModuleTitle":"B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module consists mainly of a research-based project carried out under the supervision of one or more faculty members. It introduces students to the basic methodology of research in the context of a problem of current research interest. 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Special student projects involve the design of diagnostic and therapeutic instruments and devices for cardiovascular applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"Either CN2122 or ME2134 or BN2202","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN4301","ModuleTitle":"Principles Of Tissue Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to provide the students with the background to understand and assess the currently applied basic principles of tissue engineering. Student would learn to (1) nurture an appreciation of how tissue engineering will influence health care in the next century, (2) acquire a basic understanding of the central principles of tissue engineering, (3) derive a working knowledge of how engineers can participate in tissue engineering research and commercial applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"BN3301","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN4406","ModuleTitle":"Biophotonics And Bioimaging","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this course is to introduce the principles of light-tissue interactions and frontier topics of biomedical optics and biophotonics techniques on biomedical diagnostics and therapy. The major topics covered are the fundamentals of lasers and optics in biomedicine, tissue optics, biospectroscopy, microscopy and imaging, and the development and applications of advanced biophotonics techniques in tissue diagnosis and treatment, and nanobiotechnology. Students will be able to grasp the important biophotonic concepts and instrumentation that are necessary for developing techniques and devices that use light to probe tissues and cells. The target students are bioengineering undergraduate and graduate major students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"BN2401","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN4501","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces engineering students to Engineering Biology, which involves genetic modification of biological systems using engineering approach. These engineered biological systems have wide biomedical and\nindustrial applications. This module covers key engineering concepts and methodologies to the design of engineered genetic systems. The topics covered include foundational techniques in Engineering Biology, abstraction and composition of functional genetic devices and systems, use of computational modelling for genetic device and system design, combinatorial logic gene circuit design, use of control theory in dynamic device and systems design, and applications of engineered systems and societal impact.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"MA1505 Mathematics I, MA1506 Mathematics II, LSM1401 Fundamentals of Biochemistry","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5101","ModuleTitle":"Biomedical Engineering Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide an indepth study of today’s state-of-art medical devices technologies. The module will undertake an approach that will engage with students latest medical technologies through a system based overview using engineering standards. This module will also introduces some of the major focus of today’s biomedical engineering research systems, like Medical Therapies and Technologies (MTT), Biomechanics & Mobility Research (BMR), and Molecular Engineering & Design. Exposure to these fields will allow students will make use of the knowledge of these systems to help them design and develop novel medical devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5104","ModuleTitle":"QUANTITATIVE PHYSIOLOGY PRINCIPLES IN BIOENGINEERING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course will focus on three major systems (cardiovascular, endocrine and nervous system) and quantitatively described from both the cellular (membrane dynamics, ion transport, muscle and nerve, electric conduction and equilibria, wave propagation and intercellular communications, sensory receptors and others) and system physiology perspectives (regulation and control, homeostasis, specific functions of major organs). Problem-based approaches will be adopted for the students to integrate the life sciences and engineering principles to solve bioengineering problems relevant to human physiology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5202","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Tissue Biomechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces advanced concepts related to tissue biomechanics. Specifically the course will discuss topics related to the mechanical behavior of soft and hard tissues including anisotropy, viscoelasticity, nonlinearity, heterogeneity, fracture and fatigue, growth and remodeling, with emphasis on the role of microarchitecture; structural properties of bones and implants (composite and asymmetric beam theory) and mechanical function of joints. This module will also introduce students to in vivo quantification and analysis tools that can be used in a clinical setting (e.g. imagebased biomechanics and patient-specific computational modeling). This module will also discuss how to bridge the gap between the clinical and the engineering worlds for the benefit of patients without underestimating current challenges.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5205","ModuleTitle":"COMPUTATIONAL BIOMECHANICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Learning objectives: The objectives of this course are to introduce students to the basic tools of biocomputation and to enable them to use these tools appropriately in the analysis of biomechanical and biological systems. Major topics to be covered: Basic biocomputational tools: finite elements and finite difference methods for steady state and transient problems. Description and modelling of biomechanical systems. Examples of biocomputational analyses in cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and mechanosensory systems.  Advances and limitations in computational biomechanics. Target students: Those who are interested in modelling and analysis of complex biomechanical systems in research and application, using engineering computational methods and principles.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5207","ModuleTitle":"MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the physics and technology of the major branches of medical imaging, which include X-ray, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, and single-photon and positron emission tomography. Topics that are important to developing a sound understanding of medical imaging technology, such as detectors, image forming processes, tomographic reconstruction methods, and clinical applications, comprise an important portion of the module. This module is suitable for students who may wish to undertake advanced studies and research or work in the area of biomedical imaging.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MDG5225 Fundamentals of Molecular Imaging","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5208","ModuleTitle":"Biomedical Quality and Regulatory Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module imparts the essentials of medical device quality systems and device regulation. The module will cover the essentials of QMS at the various stages of the medical product life cycle, such as product's quality assurance, risk control, sterility, and biological safety. The role of engineering professionalism, ethics and social responsibility will also be covered. The student will be provided with an overview of the local and international regulations concerning good manufacturing, good laboratory and good clinical practice as related to the development of medical devices, along with detailed coverage of medical device classification systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Graduate level Physics or BN5401 or consent of instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5501","ModuleTitle":"The Singapore-Stanford Biodesign Process","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is jointly offered by the Singapore-Stanford Biodesign Programme, the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University. It leads students through the Biodesign Process, which spans clinical needs finding and\r\nanalysis; brainstorming and concept implementation; and development of business, regulatory and reimbursement strategies. The course emphasis is on the \r\ndevelopment of needs-based solutions for real medical problems. Industry\r\nveterans will be invited as guest lecturers to share real world perspectives. Students will be expected to put theory into practice by delivering a prototype and business plan.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Graduate students enrolled in Engineering and Business\r\nfaculties","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BN5666","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with\nwork attachment experience in a company.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN6202","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Human Motion Biomechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to advanced concepts of human motion biomechanics and their applications in clinicial settings, particularly rehabilitation and orthopaedics. At the end of this course, students are expected to be able to analyse and explain clinical biomechanics data, and to execute a human motion biomechanics research study from experimental design to data collection and analysis, and finally manuscript preparation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Graduate student standing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BN6999","ModuleTitle":"DOCTORAL SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BPM1701","ModuleTitle":"Calculus and Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This is a short course that prepares the fresh undergraduates for the Mathematics that they will encounter in their first year of Business courses. 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It allows students to have insights into how these functional areas work together for a business to function and grow. 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Design decision support using simulation tools will be brought to life in studio environment in the realization of holistic sustainable building. Simulation tools\nwill be used for thermal, ventilation, IAQ, lighting and acoustics. Current sustainable building assessment techniques will be applied. Studio will be jointly conducted by academics and leading industry practitioners, particular focus will be given to sustainable building design covering both new build and retrofit of existing building.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"4-8-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"BPS5221","ModuleTitle":"Microclimate Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with the principles of microclimatic design both at the building and urban level. It emphasizes on the elements of microclimates and their effects on\nbuilding design and the planning of urban settlements and vice-versa. The issues of Urban Heat Island and the possible mitigation measures and their application towards achieving comfort and efficiency with special reference to the humid tropics are emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"BPS5223","ModuleTitle":"Building Energy Performance - Passive Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with Energy Efficient (EE) Technologies, i.e. passive systems for Green Buildings. The focus is on building facade optimization and the EE domain includes thermal, daylight, ventilation performance and the choice of suitable materials as well as the interrelation of these with architectural design (e.g. form,\nshape, orientation, massing). Analysis and optimization capability teaching is established on a basic understanding of heat transfer mechanisms in buildings. It also deals with the introduction of prevailing analysis, evaluation and optimization methodologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"BPS5224","ModuleTitle":"Building Energy Performance - Active Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with active design of building systems for good IEQ and energy performance. It includes the conventional heating, ventilating and air-conditioning\n(HVAC) systems typical of most existing buildings as well as emerging technologies such as district cooling/heating systems, cogeneration/tri-generation systems and energyefficient air-conditioning and air distribution systems. The Renewable Energy domain includes photo-voltaics, solarthermal, geothermal, wind and fuel cells.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"BPS5300","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Building Performance and Sustainability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the opportunity for timely introduction of novel and state-of-the-art ideas and developments in the domain of building performance and sustainability. It is typically designed to allow students to conduct independent studies on special topics in Building Performance and Sustainability under the\r\nguidance of a staff member. Students are normally required to submit a 6,000-word report, and the module may include other modes of assessment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-5-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BRP6551","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BS5770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BS6770","ModuleTitle":"PHD SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP1004","ModuleTitle":"Legal Environment Of Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course will equip business students with basic legal knowledge relating to commercial transactions so that they will be more aware of potential legal problems which may arise in the course of business and having become aware, to have recourse to such professional legal advice as is necessary in the circumstances.  Subjects that meet these requirements include the Singapore Legal System, mediation and arbitration to resolve disputes, the types of various business organisations for businesses to conduct effectively within the law, directors' duties & liabilities, the making of valid business contracts and the rights & obligations of traders in the market place and negligence in the business environment through misstatements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSB2212 or BH1004 or BZ1004 or BK1006 or GEK1009 or GEM1009k or SSD1203 or BSP1004A or BSP1004B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP1004X","ModuleTitle":"Legal Environment Of Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course will equip business students with basic legal knowledge relating to commercial transactions so that they will be more aware of potential legal problems which may arise in the course of business and having become aware, to have recourse to such professional legal advice as is necessary in the circumstances.  Subjects that meet these requirements include the Singapore Legal System, mediation and arbitration to resolve disputes, the types of various business organisations for businesses to conduct effectively within the law, directors' duties & liabilities, the making of valid business contracts and the rights & obligations of traders in the market place and negligence in the business environment through misstatements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSB2212 or BH1004 or BZ1004 or BK1006 or GEK1009 or GEM1009k or SSD1203 or BSP1004A or BSP1004B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP1005","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the basic working knowledge of contemporary economic thinking, and thus lays the foundation to many areas of their business studies in coming years. We adhere closely to mainstream economics thinking, but pay particular attention to business applications. We take our students through market equilibrium, competition, monopoly, price and non-price business strategies. Our teaching methodology takes a fundamentally problem-solving approach. Models and analytical skills are introduced in order to solve business problems systematically.Information technology and the Internet have made many changes in the way businesses are run, and Managerial Economics has changed significantly with it. We now devote a new portion of this course to discussing how network effects propel the information age, resulting in significant monopoly powers such as Microsoft. Related anti-trust and other cases are also discussed and analysed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"BH1005 or BZ1006 or BK1008 or All Econs major students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP1702","ModuleTitle":"Legal Environment of Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course will equip business students with basic legal knowledge relating to commercial transactions so that they will be more aware of potential legal problems which may arise in the course of business and having become aware, to have recourse to such professional legal advice as is necessary in the circumstances. Subjects that meet these requirements include the Singapore Legal System, mediation and arbitration to resolve disputes, the types of various business organisations for businesses to conduct effectively within the law, directors' duties & liabilities, the making of valid business contracts and the rights & obligations of traders in the market place and negligence in the business environment through misstatements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"BSP1004; BSP1004X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP1702X","ModuleTitle":"Legal Environment of Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course will equip business students with basic legal knowledge relating to commercial transactions so that they will be more aware of potential legal problems which may arise in the course of business and having become aware, to have recourse to such professional legal advice as is necessary in the circumstances. Subjects that meet these requirements include the Singapore Legal System, mediation and arbitration to resolve disputes, the types of various business organisations for businesses to conduct effectively within the law, directors' duties & liabilities, the making of valid business contracts and the rights & obligations of traders in the market place and negligence in the business environment through misstatements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"BSP1004; BSP1004X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP1703","ModuleTitle":"Managerial Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the basic working knowledge of contemporary economic thinking, and thus lays the foundation to many areas of their business studies in coming years. We adhere closely to mainstream economics thinking, but pay particular attention to business applications. We take our students through market equilibrium, competition, monopoly, price and non-price business strategies. Our teaching methodology takes a fundamentally problem-solving approach. Models and analytical skills are introduced in order to solve business problems systematically.Information technology and the Internet have made many changes in the way businesses are run, and Managerial Economics has changed significantly with it. We now devote a new portion of this course to discussing how network effects propel the information age, resulting in significant monopoly powers such as Microsoft. Related anti-trust and other cases are also discussed and analysed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"BSP1005; EC2101; EC1101E; EC1301; All Econs Major Students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP2001","ModuleTitle":"Macro And International Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this course is to introduce business students to the basic principles of macro-economics and international economics.  In contrast to micro-economics, macro-economics looks at the behaviour of the economy as a whole; in particular the behavior of aggregate measures such as output, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and the balance of trade.  It also deals with the determination of exchange rates, the operation of monetary and fiscal policy under different exchange rate regimes, and, more broadly, international trends that may influence the overall direction of the world in the next few years.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"BSP1005 or BH1005 or BZ1006 or BK1008","Preclusion":"(BH2001 or BZ2001 or EC1101 or EC1101E or EC1310 or EC1301 or EC3341 or EC4102 or All Econs major students) and All BBA(Acc) students. EC2102.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP2005","ModuleTitle":"Asian Business Environments","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module builds an understanding of business environments in Asia. The first part of the course focuses on macroeconomic fundamentals, politics, culture, and institutions in Asian countries and regions. The second part of the course explores relationships between national and regional characteristics and business operations. The aspects of business covered in this segment vary from year to year, but typically include business groups, innovation, trade, and foreign direct investment. Topics: \r\nPART I Macroeconomic Fundamentals, Institutions, Politics, Corruption, Culture \r\nPART II Business Groups, Innovation, Trade, Foreign Direct Investment, Lecturer Discretion","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"BSP2001","Preclusion":"BH2005 or BZ2005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP3001","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This is the integrative capstone course for undergraduate business students. It focuses on the roles, issues and dilemmas facing top managers.  It examines the concept of strategy and the different aspects of managing strategically.  There are three main learning objectives: Firstly, for students to understand the roots of success and failure in firms, as relating both for firm characteristics and to their micro and macro environments. Secondly, for students to appreciate some of the pressing issues facing corporations in fast-paced environments. Thirdly, through the case method, students have an opportunity, in a simulated managerial role, to apply holistically what has been learnt in the functional business disciplines to complex business problems. Major topics include industry analysis, strategy formulation at the corporate, business and functional levels, firm diversification, strategic alliances, corporate governance, firm resources, core competencies, and the role of structure, culture, rewards, and control in strategy implementation.  This course is targeted at all the final year business students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"All foundation modules","Preclusion":"BSP3001A or BSP3001B or BSP3001C or BSP3001D or BSP3001E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP3513","ModuleTitle":"Family Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Family firms are the dominant form of business organization of publicly traded firms everywhere around the world. As such, family firms play an important role in all economies, but especially so in Asian economies, where large family firms often constitute a large part of the private sector. Large Asian family firms - the focus of this course - are often organized into corporate groups, and this type of economic organization has lost its attractiveness in many other parts of the developed world, but continues to be important in most emerging economies. In many ways, the Asian family firm defies the wisdom of strategic management. Its demise continues to be predicted, but does not appear imminent. This course provides students the opportunity to develop deep skills and understanding of the strategy and governance of family firms, and focuses in particular on strategic issues faced by family firms in Asia. Topics include characteristics, strengths and weaknesses of family ownership and management, succession of ownership and leadership, governance of family businesses, and how to grow and sustain the legacy of family business. The knowledge obtained from this course is particularly essential to doing business intelligently with family firms not only in Asia and other emerging economies but also in developed countries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BSP3516","ModuleTitle":"S'pore & ASEAN: Geoeconomics & Geopolitics of Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The course is grounded on doing business in open economies with international trade and exchange. This model is applicable to small and open city-state Singapore and enables it to first tap the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) before wider outreaches to billion-plus populated China and India. An ASEAN that is tighter in economic integration is pivotal as China is more aggressively competitive since the 1970s with India awakening as well. This course will focus on ASEAN-plus business opportunities for Singapore-based companies to forge business alliances and ventures to tap natural resources in production and markets for sales and revenue.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"BSP1005 Managerial Economics; and\nBSP2001 Macro and International Economics","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BSP4513","ModuleTitle":"Econometrics: Theory and Practical Business Applications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course is tailored to introduce students to the science and art of building and using econometric models. It is particularly useful for students doing quantitatively oriented projects. It hopes to prepare future officers, executives and managers for responsibilities in monitoring, analysing and forecasting trends and business development in their respective industries. Students will be refreshed and equipped with some fundamental economic concepts of statistical tools right from the beginning so as to follow the course comfortably. Models such as CAPM, returns to schooling, term structure of interest rates are used to convey the theoretical and practical aspects of this course. Moreover, the course emphasises hands-on learning involving students in tutorial sessions and exercises to formulate models, estimate them with the Window-based econometric software (EVIEWS), and practice analytical interpretation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"BSP1005 Managerial Economics; or\r\nIS3240 Economics of e-Business","Preclusion":"EC2303 Foundations for Econometrics\r\nEC3303 Econometrics I\r\nEC3304 Econometrics II\r\nEC4305 Appled Econometrics","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BT1101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Business Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an introduction to the fundamental concepts and tools needed to understand the emerging role of business analytics in business and non-profit organizations. The module aims to demonstrate to students how to apply basic business analytics tools in a spreadsheet environment, and how to communicate with analytics professionals to effectively use and interpret analytic models and results for making better and more well-informed business decisions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"DSC1007 or DSC1007X","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT2101","ModuleTitle":"Decision Making Methods and Tools","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a general introduction to using various IT-driven tools, software and techniques for decision making support. The module will start off by describing the decision-making process in businesses today, including the hierarchy of decision making responsibilities to address business problems and challenges. \n\nIt will proceed to cover methods to properly structure business problems and explicitly evaluate multiple criteria. Algorithms and software tools for multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) and its varieties, e.g., analytic hierarchy process (AHP), multi-attribute utility theory (MAUT), Case-Based\nReasoning (CBR), Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), etc., will be introduced and explained with appropriate business case studies.\n\nThe module will be complete with the inclusion of intelligent techniques and tools for decision making and diagnosis, e.g., expert systems, Decision Tree, Bayesian networks etc., and visualization of output to make sense of it all and provide a path to take action and measure results. Examples will also be drawn from various industry domains and applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS1010 Programming Methodology or its equivalent) and \n(MA1521 Calculus for Computing or MA1102R Calculus)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT2102","ModuleTitle":"Data Management and Visualisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with practical knowledge and understanding of basic issues and techniques in data management and warehousing with relational database management systems, as well as data visualisation principles, techniques and tools.\nThe module covers data management concepts, conceptual and logical design, database management, data warehousing concepts, data warehousing design, relational database management systems and tools, data visualisation and dashboard design concepts, visual perception and design principles, visualisation techniques and tools for temporal and spatial data, proportions and relationships, multivariate and complex data, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1010 Programming Methodology or its equivalent, and\nBT1101 Introduction to Business Analytics","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BT3101","ModuleTitle":"Business Analytics Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students are required to complete a real-world business analytics project based on principles taught in previous modules. This project can be viewed as a large-scale practical module. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the objectives of the analytics exercise, applying appropriate analytic methods and techniques, evaluating database designs, modeling strategies and implementation, and monitoring analytics performances. Students will sharpen communication skills through close team interactions, consultations, and formal presentations. Students will also develop a comprehensive understanding of the issues of business analytics such as data privacy and security, legal issues and responsibilities, business/technical communication of the results of data analytics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-0-7-2","Prerequisite":"Completed 64 MCs and ST3131 and IS2101","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT3102","ModuleTitle":"Computational Methods for Business Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Computers are becoming readily accessible, and its use in business analytics is growing more prevalent. This module will introduce students to computational methods, algorithms and techniques used in business fields such as finance, marketing and economics to address complex analytics problems. The course will cover topics and algorithms in areas such as optimization methods, numerical analysis, simulations, monte-carlo methods, graph and flow methods, and computational complexity issues to address business analytics related problems. Students will get the opportunity to learn about these computational methods and issues through hands-on practice assignments, case analysis discussions, and course projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Completed 64 MCs and CS1020 and (MA1521 or MA1102R)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT3103","ModuleTitle":"Application Systems Development for Business Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to train students to be conversant in the technologies, approaches, principles and issues in designing IT applications systems for business analytics.\n\nMajor topics include: rapid web frameworks, scripting languages, database design, web and mobile interfaces, tracking and analysis of customers, payment services / verification, implementing security, designing and deploying web and mobile services, and operational considerations and technical tradeoffs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-3-4","Prerequisite":"BT2102 Data Management and Visualisation","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"BT4101","ModuleTitle":"B.Sc. 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On completion of the project, the student has to submit a dissertation which describes the project work and summarizes the findings, as well as to give an oral presentation before a panel of examiners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-015-0","Prerequisite":"Attained at least 70% of the MC requirement for degree","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT4212","ModuleTitle":"Search Engine Optimization and Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This course teaches the concepts, techniques and methods to analyse and improve the visibility of a website or a web page in search engines via the “natural” or un-paid (“organic” or “algorithmic”) search results. Students will be taught concepts and knowledge in terms of how search engines work, what people search for, what are the actual search terms or keywords typed into search engines, which search engines are preferred by their targeted audience, and how to optimize a website in terms of editing its content, structure and links, and associated coding to both increase its relevance to specific keywords and to remove barriers to the indexing activities of search engines. Importantly, the module will emphasize the relationship of search engine optimization to digital marketing in terms of building high quality web pages to engage and persuade, setting up analytics programs to enable sites to measure results, and improving a site's conversion rate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT4221","ModuleTitle":"Big Data Techniques and Technologies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches students concepts, techniques and technologies in handling and analyzing big data sets, i.e., data sets whose size is beyond the ability of commonly used software tools to capture, manage, and process the data within a tolerable elapsed time. Common sources and domains of big data include ubiquitous information-sensing mobile devices, web and software logs, financial trading transactions, large-scale e-commerce, RFID and wireless sensor networks, etc. Conceptual big data topics covered include big data instructure, analytics scalability and processes, etc. Technical frameworks for big data handling and analytics taught include Hadoop, HBase, Cassandra, MapReduce, Dynamo, R, in-database analytics, mining of data streams, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Complete 80 MCs and (IS1112 E-Business Essentials or BT2102 Data Management and Visualization) and ST3131 Regression Analysis","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BT5110","ModuleTitle":"Data Management and Warehousing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with practical knowledge and understanding of basic issues and techniques in data management and warehousing with relational database management systems.\r\nThe module covers data management concepts, conceptual (entity relationship model) and logical design (relational model) and database management (data definition, data manipulation, SQL) with relational database management systems.The module covers data warehousing concepts, data warehousing design and data warehousing with relational database management systems and tools.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"Students must be in Master of Science in Business Analytics programme.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"BZD6000","ModuleTitle":"Applied Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the practical applications of microeconomic theory needed by students in the PhD program in business. Topics include individual decisionmaking, competitive markets, risk aversion, and the theory of the firm. The course centers on the underlying economic intuition rather complex mathematics. However, this course provides a rigorous analysis of applied economics using basic algebra and calculus tools","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BZD6003","ModuleTitle":"Applied Econometrics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the theoretical and practical concerns in testing real world business data. The basic building blocks of empirical research design and identification are covered. This introductory course centers on how to use observational data to test for causal relationships.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BZD6008","ModuleTitle":"Cognition and Affect","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module intends to familiarize students with fundamental research on social psychology, and to help students develop skills including generating and\r\nconceptualizing ideas, critical thinking, and designing studies. Topics include:\r\n\r\nThinking:\r\n1. Perception and attention\r\n2. Learning and memory\r\n3. Automaticity, implicit processes, priming\r\n4. Embodiment\r\n5. Metacognition, fluency, and problem solving\r\n\r\nFeeling:\r\n6. Emotions and mood, including discrete emotions, affective ambivalence\r\n7. Subjective well-being, stress and strain\r\n8. Affect as information, affective forecasting\r\n9. Perspective taking, empathy, anthropomorphism, dehumanization\r\n\r\nUnderstanding:\r\n10. Influence and persuasion\r\n11. Attitude measurement – preference, choice, evaluation, context effects\r\n12. Self and identity, egoism-altruism, prosocial behavior","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"BZD6010","ModuleTitle":"SEMINAR IN RESEARCH METHODOLOGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the skills involved in understanding, evaluating, conducting and reporting research in the behavioral sciences.  Topics addressed include the philosophy of science, theory building in behavioral sciences research, hypotheses development, alternative inquiry methods such as quantitative and qualitative research, and research design among others. The course will address experimental design, survey research, qualitative research methods and emerging streams of research. The course is conducted as a seminar with extensive, readings and preparation. A reasonable knowledge of statistics and a basic knowledge of social science research are necessary for this course. Students are expected to rely on themselves to conduct independent projects as part of the course. \r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CAS5101","ModuleTitle":"Theorizing from Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with a critical understanding of the debates among social scientists in Asia surrounding efforts to generate theories and concepts that not only reflect Asian empirical realities and concerns but are also rooted in Asian philosophical traditions as well as everyday life. The\r\nmodule begins with an overview of the variety of critiques of the social sciences that have emanated from Asia. The rest of the module discusses Asian attempts to develop what has come to be known as indigenous, alternative social sciences or autonomous traditions in the social sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CAS6770","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all Comparative Asian Studies Ph.D. students. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CDM5102","ModuleTitle":"Translational Cancer Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches translational aspects of human cancer research. It will demonstrate how knowledge of the molecular and cellular basis of cancer can be applied for the improved prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this\r\ndisease. Topics that will be covered include cancer epidemiology (including genetic epidemiology), histopathology, familial cancers, biomarkers for early\r\ndetection, prognostic biomarkers, predictive biomarkers, techniques in molecular pathology, drug discovery, targeted cancer treatments and pharmacogenetics.\r\nThroughout the module, particular emphasis will be placed on translating research in the field of tumor biology into improved outcomes for cancer patients. This will be illustrated using examples from clinical practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"CDM5101 Fundamentals of Cancer Biology","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CE1101","ModuleTitle":"Civil Engineering Principles and Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"From impressive tall buildings, to spectacular long suspension bridges, to very large floating structures, these structures must withstand both the forces of nature and the forces that mankind has intended for them. The analytical tools that engineers use to create these structures are deceivingly simple, and it is the intent of this module to explain things in a clear, straightforward manner. Students will learn how to estimate the loads acting on structures and the basic principles governing how structures stay in equilibrium. They will also be exposed to the basic concepts of fluid mechanics and hydraulics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"2-2-2-2-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CE2112","ModuleTitle":"Soil Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory module in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering. The course teaches students the fundamental engineering geological knowledge and basic soil mechanics, and their impact on geotechnical and foundation engineering design and construction. \r\n\r\nStudents will learn to understand the basic characteristics of soils, fundamental effective stress principle, and mechanical behaviour of soil including the strength, and compressibility & consolidation properties of soil through lectures, tutorial discussions, case studies, and case studies, the course covers the basic soil properties, soil testing, shear strength parameters in drained and undrained conditions, compressibility of granular soil, and the consolidation characteristic of cohesive soils. \r\n\r\nThe course also enables students to acquire the knowledge and practical skills of functioning as an engineer and consultants through the laboratory soil tests and submission of a consultant report arising form the analysis of a given mini-project, conducting appropriate soil tests and the engineering evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1-5","Prerequisite":"EG1109","Preclusion":"TCE2112","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE2134","ModuleTitle":"Hydraulics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces the student to basic concepts of fluid mechanics and hydraulics.  Starting with fluid properties and fluid statics, the student would understand how these concepts are used for the calculation of hydrostatic forces and the stability of floating bodies.  The student is introduced to the concepts of fluid flow, ideal and real fluids and their limitations, laminar and turbulent flows, the concept of the boundary layer and flow resistance, the concept of flow separation and the wake, frictional and form drag and lift on immersed bodies. Dimensional analysis and the concept of similitude will help reinforce the fundamental considerations essential for experiments with fluid phenomena.  By the end of the course, the student should understand the concepts of conservation of mass, momentum and energy and how these can be applied to flow measuring devices, to the estimation of frictional losses for flows in pipelines, to pumping systems and other engineering applications. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1-5","Prerequisite":"EG1109FC/EG1109/CE1109X","Preclusion":"ME2134 Fluid Mechanics I\nTCE2134","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE2183","ModuleTitle":"Construction Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"A project has to be managed effectively so that it can be delivered on time, within budget, safely and meeting quality specifications.  This course is a first course on project management.  It introduces the student to construction planning, contract administration and managing the site.  Through a project and employing a project planning software commonly used in the industry, the students will also learn how to plan and schedule a project for construction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-1-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TCE2183","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE2184","ModuleTitle":"Infrastructure & The Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Civil infrastructure has significant impact on the natural, social, economic and human environments. Engineers have a significant role to play in proposing and realising technical solutions that are economically feasible and environmentally sustainable. Sustainable infrastructure development must consider all significant project impacts in a holistic way through a methodical impact assessment process. This module introduces the concepts to conceptualize and evaluate proposals for infrastructure development in a holistic and sustainable way.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TCE2184","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE2407","ModuleTitle":"Engineering & Uncertainty Analyses","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"his module is designed to equip undergraduate civil engineering students with mathematical and statistical tools for fast and efficient solutions of various practical engineering problems in their further education and in their professional life.\r\n\r\nA bridge is built from mathematics and statistics to engineering applications based on a reasonable depth in fundamental knowledge. The focus is on numerical solution methods for linear algebraic problems and differential equations as well as on probability theory and statistics. The subjects are discussed and demonstrated in the context of practical civil engineering problems. This allows students to solve problems in many fields and disciplines. Application areas include but are not limited to stability problems, dynamics/vibrations, linear and nonlinear structural analysis, reliability and risk analysis, structural and system analysis under uncertainty, and design of processes and structures under uncertainty.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1505and MA1506","Preclusion":"TCE2407","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE2409","ModuleTitle":"Computer Applications in Civil Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to give civil engineering students an introduction to computer organization and operation, a knowledge of mathematical problem description and algorithm formulation, a competence in engineering problem solving using computers and equips them with fundamental knowledge and skill in computer-aided engineering graphics.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe computer-aided engineering graphics includes the basic concepts in general engineering drawing, with additional focus on the drawings for Civil engineering profession. This includes the structural plan and cross section drawing, structural detailing, etc. The use of CAD software will be emphasized through hands-on sessions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-2-0-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CE2408 Computer Aided Engineering ","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE3101","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Infrastructure Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module allows students to integrate their knowledge in various civil engineering disciplines and apply their understanding into creatively developing a large-scale infrastructure project. Organized in the form of a competition, the module requires student teams to work out a master concept plan of a real-world infrastructure project.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-3-5","Prerequisite":"CE2 standing or higher","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE3102","ModuleTitle":"Socio-economically sustainable developments","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE3116","ModuleTitle":"Foundation Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory module in foundation engineering. The topics covered include site investigation and interpretation of soil reports, shallow foundations and deep foundations. Students will learn how to use simple foundations to distribute vertical loads from the superstructure to the underlying soil formation without overstressing the soil (more complex loading modes to be discussed in advanced modules). Students are taught the interpretation of site investigation report, derivation of relevant design soil properties, selection of sensible foundation type, and verification of capacity and settlement requirements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CE2112","Preclusion":"TCE3116","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE3121","ModuleTitle":"Transportation Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces basic principles and tools to design, plan, evaluate, analyze, manage and control transportation systems. The aim is to enable students to identify, formulate, examine, and solve transportation engineering problems. The major topics include transportation system, planning and management, geometric design of roads and intersections, structural design of pavement, pavement materials, traffic flow and analysis, and traffic management and control.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-0.5-5","Prerequisite":"CE2407 Engineering & Uncertainty Analyses or equivalent","Preclusion":"TCE3121","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CE3165","ModuleTitle":"Structural Concrete Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with knowledge and skills in the design of structural concrete members and systems. The topics cover basic design for action effects as well as the serviceability and ultimate limit state design of real-life structures.  The module is compulsory for civil engineering undergraduate students without which he will not be qualified to practise as a professional civil engineer.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0.5-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"CE2155 Structural Mechanics and Materials","Preclusion":"TCE3165","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE3166","ModuleTitle":"Structural Steel Design and System","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The primary objective of this module is to equip undergraduate civil engineering students with sufficient design knowledge and skills on steel structures both for their further education and for their future engineering career. This module provides students with fundamental approaches (based on BS 5950-1:2000) in designing structural steel components and steel buildings. The scope of this module aligns with the fundamental requirement outlined by the Board of Singapore Professional Engineers on the design of steel structures. The students will acquire fundamental knowledge and approaches to perform structural design for steel beams, axially loaded members, connections, portal/industrial buildings, multi-storey frames, and plated structures. This enables the students to conceive a safe and economical structural steel system. The module is targeted at third year civil engineering students and those with a keen interest on steel structural design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"CE2155 Structural Mechanics and Materials &\r\nCE3155 Structural Analysis","Preclusion":"TCE3166","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE4103","ModuleTitle":"Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The students are assigned an integrated design project involving various disciplines of civil engineering. The module provides the opportunity for students to work as a team on a civil engineering project integrating the knowledge they have gained from modules they have taken in earlier years. The module will also enhance their interpersonal, communication and leadership skills through group projects, report writing and a few oral presentations","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"CE4 standing [Successful completion of relevant CE 2 and CE 3 modules which will be specified in the each project]","Preclusion":"TCE4103","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE4104","ModuleTitle":"B. Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The B. Eng Dissertation is carried out by individual students and offers the opportunity for the student to develop research capabilities. It actively promotes creative thinking and allows independent work on a prescribed research project. Level 4 students undertake the project over two semesters. Each student is expected to spend not less than 9 hours per week on the project chosen from a wide range, covering various civil engineering disciplines. Topics include elements of design and construction, and research and development. Assessment is based on the student’s working attitude, project execution and achievement, an interim report and presentation, dissertation and final oral presentation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-8-12","Prerequisite":"CE4 Standing","Preclusion":"TCE4104","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE4257","ModuleTitle":"Linear Finite Element Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with the fundamentals of finite element principles to enable them to understand the behaviour of various finite elements and to be able to select appropriate elements to solve physical and engineering problems with emphasis on structural and geotechnical engineering applications. It covers weak formulation, element shape function, isoparametric concepts, 1-D, 2-D, 3-D and axisymmetric elements, field problems, modelling and practical considerations, and special topics.  The module is targeted at undergraduate and graduate students involved in research or application of the finite element method in civil engineering problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CE3155","Preclusion":"TCE4257","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5001","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent project work over two semesters, on a topic in Civil Engineering approved by the Programme Management Committee. The work may relate to a comprehensive literature survey, and critical evaluation and analysis, design feasibility study, case study, minor research project or a combination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CE5101","ModuleTitle":"Seepage & Consolidation of Soils","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced module in flow through a two-phase medium. The topics that are covered include steady state seepage and basic transient seepage, basic contaminant transport processes, measurement of hydraulic transport parameters, and its applications to dewatering of excavations and seepage through embankments as to their influence on slope stability. Consolidation theory from 1-D to 3-D consolidation analysis, and methods of accelerating consolidation, with application to computing settlements of foundations. Students are taught Darcy's Law, continuity equation, coupling between effective stress and pore pressure, and the solution methods inclusive of FEM modelling. The goals of the module are analysis of seepage problems, analysis of consolidation problems, design methods to accelerate consolidation to solve stability and settlements problems in geotechnical engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CE4 standing or higher ","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5104","ModuleTitle":"Underground Space","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced module on analysis and design of underground structures such as tunnels and caverns. The topics covered include cut and cover construction, bored tunneling methods, construction of caverns, New Austrian Tunneling Method, jack tunneling, stability of underground openings, ground movement prediction due to tunnels and caverns, effects of ground movements on buildings and structures, instrumentation and monitoring, stresses on lining, and finite element modeling of underground construction. The creation of underground structures to form subways, underpasses, metro stations and other uses is an increasing requirement in major urban areas world-wide. Students are taught the various methods of construction for creating underground space, and will be able to assess the effect of underground structure on surface structures. Students will appreciate the usefulness and difficulties of finite element method for analysis of underground structures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CE2112, or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5108","ModuleTitle":"Earth Retaining Structures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced module in earth-retaining structures and deep excavations. Topics include earth pressure theories, rigid retaining structures, flexible retaining structures, cellular cofferdams, retaining walls for deep excavations, support systems for deep excavations, and field monitoring. Students are taught to deal with design and construction issues pertaining to a spectrum of earth-retaining systems from low rigid retaining walls to flexible support systems for deep excavations. Students will also learn to apply the methods of limit state, such as BS8002 and Eurocode7, to the design of rigid and flexible retaining walls. Applications of commercial geotechnical FEM softwares are taught to aid in design of deep excavations to limit ground deformations and satisfy SLS requirements. At the end of the course, students are taught the application of advanced earth pressure theories, selection of appropriate retaining structures, and verification of capacity and movement requirements, using limit equilibrium and FEM analysis tools.  ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CE2112 or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"TCE5108","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5111","ModuleTitle":"UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION DESIGN PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to integrate the various concepts and components of temporary earth retaining structure, underground construction and major geotechnical works design which have been covered in the other modules into a properly executed geotechnical analysis and design project. As such, the student will be advised to take it only either in the last 2 semester. The requirements of the project will include interpretation of site investigation data, derivation of design parameters, use of computer or finite element software for the wall and ground movement as well as drawdown and implications for adjacent structures, design of wall, strutting and waling systems, and proposal of an appropriate ground instrumentation programme. Student will be given a maximum of 2 semesters to complete their projects. At the end of the projects, students will be required to submit a report of their findings and give an oral presentation, which will be graded.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5113","ModuleTitle":"Geotechnical Investigation & Monitoring","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches students the essential concepts and methodology for the planning, design and implementation of site investigation and ground instrumentation programmes. The module will be broadly divided into two parts. The first part covers various aspects of site investigation such as the planning, design, density of bore holes, sampling technology and disturbance, in-situ and laboratory testing and geophysical methods. The second part covers various aspects of ground instrumentation such as monitoring of ground movement, drawdown, excess pore pressures, strut forces, wall deflection and observational methods. This module enables students to acquire the knowledge and practical skills through the lectures, case studies and projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TCE5113","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5203","ModuleTitle":"Traffic Flow & Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"CE3121 Transportation Engineering, or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5205","ModuleTitle":"Transportation Planning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide the student with an intermediate course in the theory and practice of urban transportation planning, programming, and modeling of supply and demand components of transportation systems; to acquaint the student with the state of transportation planning practice as contrasted with analytical models, and familiarize the student with the history and status of transportation planning activities. At the end of this course, the student is expected to understand the \"4-step\" process, harness methodologies and tools used for transportation planning, and be capable of observing, analyzing, modeling, and inferring real-world transportation planning problems through tools learned.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"CE3121 or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5307","ModuleTitle":"Wave Hydrodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at introducing the student to wave hydrodynamics and the resulting wave loads on offshore structures. It covers linear wave theory together with its engineering properties such as particle kinematics, pressure fields, energy propagation, shoaling, and diffraction. Nonlinear wave theory and the resulting properties such as mass transport are also introduced. The module covers random waves and their short-term and long-term statistics which are useful in design wave selection. The wave forces on offshore structures of different sizes are then discussed, including Morison equation for small structures, and diffraction theory for large structures. Accordingly, the corresponding numerical techniques are introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"CE2134 or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"OT5201","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5310","ModuleTitle":"HYDROINFORMATICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Hydroinformatics is concerned with the development and application of mathematical modelling and advanced information technology tools to hydraulics, hydrological and environmental problems of urban, inland and coastal waters. On the technical side, in addition to computational hydraulics, hydroinformatics has a strong interest in the use of techniques originating in data-driven techniques, such as artificial neural networks, support vector machines and evolutionary programming. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5312","ModuleTitle":"River Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The student will be introduced to open channel flows covering the conservation of mass, the momentum and energy equations. This is followed with the formulations\r\nfor steady gradually varied flows with/without lateral inflows/outflows. The student is further introduced to the design of channels for steady gradually varied flows with\r\nlateral inflows (side spillways) and lateral outflows (side weirs). The concept of flow controls is also covered. The development of the continuity and momentum\r\nequations for unsteady flows is introduced. Flood routing is also covered along with the concepts of the kinematic wave, the diffusive wave and the dynamic wave are covered. The concept of the characteristics and its application to the solution of the simple wave problems associated with sluice gate operations and dam break is also introduced. Sediment transport concepts and the resistance to flow\r\ndue to bedforms in alluvial channels are also covered with the view of estimating the total sediment transport capacity and the friction factor for composite\r\nroughnesses. Design concepts for a stable channel is also introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-2-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"CE3132 Water Resources Engineering or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CE5314","ModuleTitle":"HEWRM Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5377","ModuleTitle":"Numerical Methods in Mechanics & Envr. Flows","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces the basic principles to the numerical methods used for analysis of mechanics and environmental flow problems. Fundamental concepts in eigen-analysis and finite difference method, and the associated convergence and stability issues will be covered, with applications in engineering mechanics problems. Fundamental concepts and issues related to environmental flow problems will be covered including the concept of box models, transport processes and the issues related to applying numerical methods for analysis. The module will enable the students to acquire the numerical analysis knowledge and computational skills through miniprojects\r\nand homework assignments. Students will also use an established software as part of the class.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EG1109/ CE1109 Statics and Mechanics of Materials and CE2134 Hydraulics","Preclusion":"CE5311 Environmental modelling with computers, CE6003 Numerical Methods In Engineering and Mechanics, and CE6077 Advanced Numerical Methods in Mechanics & Envr. 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The target students include both undergraduate and graduate students who are involved in research or engineering practices related to structural steel.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CE3166 or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"TCE5509","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5510","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Structural Concrete Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an advanced knowledge on the design methodology for structural concrete. It also provides a learning experience on the key concepts and engineering concerns of concrete structures. The topics include advanced design philosophies and methods such as collapse load methods, limit design method and strut-and-tie method, design of openings in flexural members, seismic design, and design of various structural systems. The students are expected to demonstrate their proficiency in structural concrete design through term paper projects. The target students include both undergraduate and graduate students who are involved in research or engineering practice related to structural concrete.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CE3165 or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"TCE5510","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5610","ModuleTitle":"Assessment and Retrofit of Concrete Structures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The primary objective of this module is to equip civil engineering students with sufficient knowledge and skills on the durability of concrete structures and the basic principles and concepts of repair and retrofitting. Various factors affecting durability of concrete will be dealt with including non-destructive tests to assess durability. The module also emphasizes the technological and application aspects in the assessment and retrofit of concrete structures including causes of deterioration and various in-situ and non-destructive tests. The module is targeted at MSc civil engineering students and those with a keen interest in durability of concrete, assessment of concrete and retrofitting of concrete structures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CE3165 or CE Graduate standing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5666","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with\nwork attachment experience in a company.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5806","ModuleTitle":"Construction Project and Site Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"CE4-standing or higher","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE6001","ModuleTitle":"OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The effective operations and management of infrastructure systems involve the understanding of their constraints, and the allocation of scarce resources. These systems can be mathematically modeled so that the best operations and management strategies can be determined. Initially continuous type resources will be modeled and this is extended to deal with discrete type resources. Non-linear constraints and objectives, and dynamic vibrations in the systems will also be considered. The systems covered will include water resource type of problems, transportation networks, and structural systems, among others.  Specific topics comprise: characteristics of civil engineering systems, resource allocation in infrastructure systems, transportation network models, dealing with non-linear system behaviour and decision making under uncertainty.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE6077","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Numerical Methods in Mechanics & Envr. 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Students will also use an established software as part of the class.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EG1109/ CE1109 Statics and Mechanics of Materials and CE2134 Hydraulics","Preclusion":"CE5311 Environmental modelling with computers, and CE6003 Numerical Methods In Engineering and Mechanics, CE5377 Numerical Methods in Mechanics & Envr. Flows","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE6101","ModuleTitle":"GEOTECHNICAL CONSTITUTIVE MODELING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CE6999","ModuleTitle":"DOCTORAL SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CFG1010","ModuleTitle":"Roots and Wings - Personal and Interpersonal Effectiveness 1.0","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"CENTRE FOR FUTURE-READY GRADUATES","ModuleDescription":"The world we live in is becoming increasingly volatile and complex, giving rise to the need for students to develop greater awareness (self-awareness, interpersonal awareness and industry awareness) and resilience. \r\n\r\nThis e-learning based course is based on the latest research in psychology, neuroscience and leadership with an emphasis on practical techniques and strategies.\r\n\r\nStudents will learn the science of focus and practice attention training, adopt healthy mindsets, learn interpersonal skills and develop a vision for their future career and their personal contribution to society.  \r\n\r\nThe objective of this module is to motivate and equip students with foundational life skills to maximise their potential in their academic journey, personal life and future career.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CFG1020 Roots and Wings – Personal and Interpersonal Effectiveness","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CFG1020","ModuleTitle":"Roots and Wings – Personal and Interpersonal Effectiveness 2.0","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"CENTRE FOR FUTURE-READY GRADUATES","ModuleDescription":"The world we live in is changing fast, giving rise to the need for students to learn core behavioral strategies and develop healthy mindsets which will allow them to focus, thrive and respond with agility amidst an environment of rapid change and disruption.\n\nThis is a highly interactive course based on experiential learning which investigates and demystifies the future-ready skills and provides students practical techniques based on the latest research in neuroscience, psychology and leadership, so that they may understand the nature of their mind, learn the science of focus, and maximize their potential in their academic journey, life and career.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"CFG1010 Roots and Wings – Personal and Interpersonal Effectiveness","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CG1111","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Principles and Practice I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"JOINT MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES","Department":"COMPUTING & ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip first year engineering students to a computer engineer's way of thinking and will focus on the engineering principles of how computer-aided systems work and fail and the engineering practice of how they are designed, built and valued. Students will be presented a practical computer engineering system, e.g., a sensorassisted autonomous vehicle, a drone, or an engineering event. They are then guided to reconstruct the system via\r\ninterconnected subsystems through laboratory sessions and group discussions, to explain using engineering principles how the system works and could fail.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-2-6-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CG1108 Electrical Engineering, EG1112 Engineering Principles and Practice II","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CG2271","ModuleTitle":"Real-Time Operating Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"JOINT MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES","Department":"COMPUTING & ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Real-time systems must respond quickly to inputs from the environment in order to work effectively and safely, and realtime operating systems (RTOS) are a critical part of such systems. In this course the student is exposed to basic RTOS concepts like tasks, scheduling algorithms, RTOS customisation and concurrent real-time programming. By the end of this course a student will not only understand how an RTOS is built, but will also gain practical hands-on experience in customising RTOSs and in writing real-time programs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-2-3-2","Prerequisite":"CS1020/E Data Structures and Algorithms I","Preclusion":"CS2106 Introduction to Operating Systems","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CG3002","ModuleTitle":"Embedded Systems Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"JOINT MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES","Department":"COMPUTING & ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the development of a large system from conceptualisation to its final implementation. It is structured to contain substantial design and development of hardware and software components.\n\nThis module is the culminating point of a series of modules integrating the theories which students have already learnt in CG1101, CG1102/CG1103, CG2007, CG2271 and CS2103. With this capstone project, students would be able to better appreciate the relevance of the various components in the Computer Engineering curriculum to large scale computer engineering projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"1-1-2-10-1","Prerequisite":"EE2024 and CG2271 and CS2113/T","Preclusion":"EE3032 Innovation & Enterprise II\nEE3208 Embedded Computer Systems Design","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CG3207","ModuleTitle":"Computer Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"JOINT MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES","Department":"COMPUTING & ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course teaches students the basics in the design of the various classes of microprocessors. Contents include design of simple micro-controllers, high performance CPU design using parallel techniques, memory organization and parallel processing systems. Topics also include the development of support tools to enable efficient usage of the developed microprocessor. The course emphasizes practical design and includes a group project for students to design and implement a microprocessor with verification on a FPGA.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"EE2024","Preclusion":"EE3207","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CG4001","ModuleTitle":"B. Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"JOINT MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES","Department":"COMPUTING & ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will embark on a project that involves a mix of research, design and development components on a topic of current interest in Computer\r\nEngineering. Students learn how to apply knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom to develop innovative ways of solving problems. In the process, students acquire skills for independent and lifelong learning. The module is normally carried out over two semesters, but may also be structured as a further 6-month extension of an existing 6-month industrial attachment, where the student works on real life projects jointly supervised by NUS faculties and industry experts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-14-1","Prerequisite":"Level 4 standing","Preclusion":"EE4001 B.Eng. Dissertation\r\nCP4101 B.Comp. Dissertation","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH1101E","ModuleTitle":"Retelling Chinese Stories: Change and Continuity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a bilingual introductory course on some of the most interesting topics in Chinese history, literature, and culture. We will be studying these topics through the changes and continuities in the famous stories retold over time. The stories include those of the revengeful, the assassins, the queers, the cross dresser, and the ghost lovers. What you really need is a curious mind and an ability to comprehend basic spoken Mandarin. All assigned readings and presentation slides will be in English. Classes will be bilingual, and you can choose to do the term essay in either language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"A pass in GCE \"O\" Level Chinese Language \"B\" syllabus or higher, or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH2121","ModuleTitle":"History of Chinese Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"An essential module for students majoring in Chinese Studies/Chinese Language, this course is a general survey of the development of Chinese literature from ancient times to the Qing Dynasty. It is designed to introduce students to the main features of various literary trends, genres and styles, as well as to major writers of various periods and their representative works. The course also caters to students across the University with an interest in classical Chinese literature.","CrossModule":"CL2121","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n(i) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n(ii) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n(iii) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n(iv) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n(v) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"CL2121","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH2162","ModuleTitle":"Reading Classical Chinese Texts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Students are taught how to critically read, appreciate and analyze texts in classical Chinese in their specific historical, literary and philosophical contexts. Translating the original texts into modern Chinese is an integral part of the course. This is a compulsory module for students majoring in Chinese Studies. Readings include representative works of prose and rhyme-prose from the pre-Qin to the Qing period. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CH1101E and either CH2121/CL2121 or CH2141/CL2241","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH2228","ModuleTitle":"Ci Lyric in the Tang-Song Period","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The objective of the course is to introduce to students the evolution of ci lyric, the main features of ci aesthetics and criticism, the form and regulations of ci writing, as well as their relationships with popular and elite cultures. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics include: pre-Song anonymous popular lyrics found in Dunhuang and those written in the Song; major literati ci writers from Tang to Southern Song; lyrics sung in entertainment quarters and brothels; stylistic and thematic innovations in Northern Song; the distinction between the haofang (heroic and abandon) school and the wanyue (delicate and retrained) school; the evolution of ci criticism since the Five Dynasties.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH2252","ModuleTitle":"History of Chinese Philosophy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a general survey of the development of Chinese philosophy from the Pre-Qin period to the Qing Dynasty, with emphasis on the major schools of Chinese philosophy such as Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism and Neo-Confucianism. The course is intended for students who are interested in reading Chinese philosophy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH2299","ModuleTitle":"Art of Modern and Contemporary China (in English)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on Chinese art and visual culture from the late imperial period to the 21st century against the backdrop of major socio-political and economic changes in China and the world. Through the study of material forms and the contexts in which they were created, we will look at the ways in which art, artists and their audiences responded to the challenges of modernity, reform, revolution, war, marketization and globalization. The phenomenon of Chinese contemporary art, its collection and connoisseurship, and the role of art schools, museums, biennales, galleries and auction houses will also be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH2390","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Diasporas (in English)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Using a multi-disciplinary approach, this course is a critical examination of the phenomenon of Chinese diasporas. It discusses the dynamics of Chinese\r\nemigration and economic expansion to Southeast Asia, the Americas, Africa and other continents in history and the present. Using country studies from\r\ndifferent world regions, it also studies the development of identity politics and citizenship concerning ethnic Chinese in the last half-century.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH3243","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Cultural History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module consists of readings and research on selected topics concerning the cultural history of China, from the Shang and Zhou periods to late imperial China. Emphasis will be on both urban and rural, elite and popular cultures in Chinese society. The precise topic varies from year to year; representative subjects include religious beliefs, rites and rituals, folklores, customs and symbolism. The course is designed for students across the University with an interest in Chinese culture and particularly its historical trends.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE `O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH3261","ModuleTitle":"Prescribed Text: The Four Books","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is an in-depth evaluation of one to two prescribed texts not covered under CH2261. Significant chapters of the texts will be selected for intensive reading and close analysis. The course will be of interest to students who wish to further their study in Chinese thought, history and literature. Target students for this module are second- and third-year undergraduates across the University and those majoring in Chinese Studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH3297","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Business Enterprises and Management (in English)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module is jointly offered with NUS Research Institute (NUSRI) in Suzhou, with classes and fieldtrips conducted exclusively in China. The objective is to provide students an in-depth understanding of the different types of enterprises in China, focusing on development and challenges, so as to better equip and prepare students to work in the business setting and adapt to the social environment in China. Topics include geographic and economic landscapes, cultural and social environments in doing business, characteristics, development and challenges of various enterprises such as state-owned, SME, e-commerce, start-up, and MNC in China. It is open to all undergraduates.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"The module will be conducted in English. Students should have basic reading ability and understanding of Chinese. Basic Chinese language courses will be offered to students with no Chinese background.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project.\r\n\r\nUROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed.\r\n\r\nUROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4204","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Chinese Linguistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module explores a wide variety of linguistic topics in the Chinese language. It covers historical phonology of Chinese, Chinese scripts, classical and modern sentence structures, the application of current linguistic theories to Chinese, dialectal studies (including topics related to Chinese dialects in Singapore and language planning), etc. For Chinese historical linguistics, this course introduces both the Chinese traditional approach (rime books, rime tables, old texts, phonogram graphs, etc.) and the Western approach (sound change, comparative method, reconstruction). This course is offered to students in the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4207","ModuleTitle":"History of Chinese Language","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to trace the development of the Chinese language and to describe the characteristics of its phonology, lexicon and syntax in various historical periods. Major topics included are theories on the historical periods, the historical development of Chinese words, mono-/bi-syllabic features of Chinese words, the emergence of some function words and their effects on the Chinese grammatical structure, tones and their historical origin, changes in sentence patterns through various stages of Chinese. The course is designed for students across the University with some background in classical Chinese.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"CL3206","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4224","ModuleTitle":"Studies in Chinese Verse","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of the module is to introduce students to the tradition of Chinese classical poetry in the forms of shi, ci, qu and fu. Representative works of important authors are selected for intensive reading to train students to interpret and appreciate classical Chinese poetic writings. Works in one or two poetic forms will be selected for in-depth study. The course is designed to deepen students' understanding of the four poetic genres in the Chinese literary tradition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4244","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics on The Overseas Chinese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims at providing students with essential information on the changing characteristics of Chinese communities in various parts of the globe and their evolving ties with China in the contemporary era. It covers topics and issues such as theory and methodology, patterns of migration, multiple identities, the emergence of new migrants, the formation of transnational business networks and the impact of political and economic developments in China on the Chinese overseas and vice versa. These thematic issues will be discussed in conjunction with specific cases drawn from selected countries (e.g. Japan, Australia and Singapore) or regions (e.g. North America and Europe).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4247","ModuleTitle":"Print Culture in Modern China","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines modern Chinese literature and history through the lens of books, newspapers, journals, and other print products from the late 19th century to the present. Interdisciplinary in nature, this module explores both the material aspects (printing, illustrations, book sales etc.) and the symbolic aspects (the contents and ideas) of these works. Students will not only get an understanding of Modern China from an alternative point of view, but also learn to work with these important primary sources. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is an optional module designed for students of the Department. It presents the methodology of writing an academic thesis of a stipulated length. Students are expected to work independently and meet their supervisors on an agreed schedule, during the semester, to discuss their progress. Upon completion of the thesis, it is submitted for evaluation by the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before;\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of CH/CL major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards;\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of CH/CL major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"CH4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before;\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in CH or CL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"CH4401, CH4401S","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH5210","ModuleTitle":"CHINESE LEXICAL SEMANTICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to give graduate students advanced training in current theories and methods in Lexical Semantics. It systematically introduces classical contents of Semantics Description as well as more recent approaches,especially Frame Semantics, Cognitive Semantics and Construction Grammar. Also covered are some of the research topics in Chinese lexical semantics. Students will be exposed to readings, discussions and demonstrations of methods and expected to do original research, the results of which are to be presented orally and in a research paper.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Graduate students in Chinese Studies, or 120 MCs (or equivalent) and permission of Department","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH5210R","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Lexical Semantics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH5211","ModuleTitle":"Seminar in Chinese Pragmatics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is an advanced linguistics study of Pragmatics. It is designed to give graduate students an in-depth understanding of current theories in Pragmatics. Students will learn these theories and their applications to the Chinese language. Students will be trained to critically assess these theories with respect to the Chinese language. They are expected to do original research with natural data in preparation for a research paper. The major topics covered are Chinese references and deixis in written and spoken texts, Co-operative Principle with regard to spoken Chinese Speech acts, as well as its applications to Chinese conversations, and critical analysis of the politeness theories on the Chinese language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Graduate students in Chinese Studies, or 120 MCs (or equivalent) and permission of Department","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH5211R","ModuleTitle":"Seminar In Chinese Pragmatics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH5212","ModuleTitle":"THEORIES IN PHONOLOGY (Taught in English)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will be exposed to different phonological frameworks (such as Sound Pattern of English and Optimality Theory) and the various phenomena that motivate them. Using this as a stepping stone, this module pursues phonological issues from the perspective of Chinese languages. Students may expect to learn the merits and shortcoming of various theories and their applicability to Chinese languages as well as to other languages. This module seeks to equip students with the ability to develop and evaluate phonological analyses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Graduate students in Chinese Studies, or 120 MCs (or equivalent) and permission of Department","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH5212R","ModuleTitle":"THEORIES IN PHONOLOGY (TAUGHT IN ENGLISH)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will be exposed to different phonological frameworks (such as Sound Pattern of English and Optimality Theory) and the various phenomena that motivate them. Using this as a stepping stone, this module pursues phonological issues from the perspective of Chinese languages. Students may expect to learn the merits and shortcoming of various theories and their applicability to Chinese languages as well as to other languages. This module seeks to equip students with the ability to develop and evaluate phonological analyses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH5213","ModuleTitle":"Cognitive Linguistics & Chinese Language","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"By using the updated theoretical framework of cognitive linguistics, this module will provide students with a systematic knowledge of Chinese language and the latest development of Chinese linguistics. The topics include the most important issues in Chinese grammar and lexicon with an emphasis of the comparison between Chinese and English. The phenomena range from Modern Chinese, Classical Chinese, Chinese dialects as well as foreign languages.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Graduate Students in Chinese Studies, or 120 MCs (or equivalent) and permission of Department","Preclusion":"CH6201 - for students admitted before Academic Year  2005/2006.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH5213R","ModuleTitle":"Cognitive Linguistics & Chinese Language","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CH5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Subject to the approval from HOD","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH6203","ModuleTitle":"Grammaticalization and Chinese Grammar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces grammaticalization, one of the approaches to historical linguistics, to graduate students. It focuses on topics of current interest, particularly the principles, the hypothesis of unidirectionality, the context and effects of grammaticalization, and the role of frequency. Chinese data will be examined or re-examined under the framework of grammaticalization. The similarities and differences between the theories of grammaticalization and lexicalization will also be discussed. This module is taught in Chinese.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH6248","ModuleTitle":"STUDIES IN SINO-S.E. ASIAN INTERACTIONS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module critically examines patterns and characteristics of socio-cultural interactions between China and Southeast Asia, focusing on the post-1945 era. It aims at providing students with critical capacities to analyse the changing configurations of contemporary Asia and their historical precedents. Topics include\r\ncultural exchanges; Chinese new immigrants; transnational networks; the infusions of ideas about modernity and political transformation; literary influence of China and construction of\r\nnew cultural/political identities; and the role of ethnic Chinese in Sino-S.E. Asian diplomatic and economic relations. Target students are those interested in modern Asia and ethnic Chinese in the region. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Graduate students in Chinese Studies, or 120 MCs (or equivalent) and permission of Department","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH6262","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHINESE STUDIES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This independent-study module requires students to work on a research project related to their field and present their findings in a seminar toward the end of the course. It aims at providing students with critical analytical and writing abilities for topics closely related to the field of dissertations. Choice of topics and plan of study are to be finalized with their supervisors' approval. Regular consultation with supervisors throughout the course is required. Permission by the Department to read this module is necessary.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"Subject to the approval from HOD","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CH6770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded "Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Subject to the approval from HOD","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5101","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Research in Chinese Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will survey the latest research trends in the field of Chinese philosophy, history, and literature. We will be reading recent and influential publications in both English and Chinese. This is a compulsory module for the MA (Chinese Culture\nand Language) coursework program.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5301","ModuleTitle":"History and Civilizations of the Tang Empire","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is an in-depth study of the Tang period (618-907 AD) of imperial China. It includes an introduction to research methodology and literature review, followed by a critical review of the Tang empire history and analysis of its various political, economic, cultural and foreign policies as well as social development. Case studies with reference to selected political and social issues will be included. Key historical figures will also be appraised.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5303","ModuleTitle":"Traditional Chinese Culture in Singapore and Malaysia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a survey of the traditional Chinese culture preserved and practised in Singapore and Malaysia. It is aimed at giving students a deeper understanding of how traditional Chinese culture was transmitted overseas and its relevance to the present Singapore and Malaysia societies. Topics of discussion will include Chinese high culture and popular culture, such as Chinese artistic expressions, food culture, Chinese beliefs, festivals and customs, wedding and funeral rituals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5304","ModuleTitle":"Society and Culture of the Ming Dynasty","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module is a detailed study of the society and culture of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). It includes the critical analysis of the social and cultural changes during the founding of the Ming dynasty, a transition from Mongol to Han\nrule, and the so-called “anti-traditional” period during the late Ming era.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5306","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Intellectual History, 10th – 19th Century","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will focus on the development of Chinese intellectual history from the 10th to the 19th century, covering the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The module takes a thematic approach, and will discuss in depth the important research\npublications in both the English and Chinese academic worlds.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5310","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Rhapsody","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of the module is to introduce students to the tradition of Chinese fu (rhapsody). The fu is a major poetic form that attained prominence in 100\nB.C.E. It was the most important genre of refined literature that dominated the Western and Eastern Han dynasties. Representative works of important\nHan and Six Dynasties authors are selected for intensive reading to train students to interpret and appreciate classical Chinese rhapsody. The course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of this poetic genre in the Chinese literary tradition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CHC5320","ModuleTitle":"Grammaticalization in Chinese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to give students an overview of the historical development of the Chinese morphosyntax from the perspective of grammaticalization. Major topics included are periodization of Chinese, the historical development of Chinese morphology, the historical development of Chinese syntax, the emergence of the most important sentence patterns in Chinese, and the historical source of Modern Chinese","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"CL1101E","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Language: Its Past and Present","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a bilingual introductory course for undergraduates to learn interesting issues of the Chinese language like the structure of Chinese language, the use and variation of Chinese language in society, changes in Mandarin and Chinese dialects, the comparative and diachronic aspects of Chinese language, and the relationship between Classical Chinese and Modern Chinese dialects. This will give students a new perspective of the Chinese language, making the Chinese language current and relevant in today's world. Classes will be delivered mainly in Chinese, with English as a supplementary tool. Students can choose to do assignments and examinations in either language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"A pass in GCE \"O\" Level Chinese Language \"B\" syllabus or higher, or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL2101","ModuleTitle":"The Chinese Script : History and Issues","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with various aspects of Chinese characters.  The historical portion of the course covers the origin of the Chinese characters, the principles of character formation, the evolution of styles over time, analyses of correlations between shapes and meanings, traces of pronunciations of Old Chinese as revealed in phonogram graphs, etc. The contemporary study covers an appraisal of the Simplified Characters, an evaluation of the Chinese characters in terms of frequency studies and neurolinguistic studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"CL2201","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL2103","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Grammar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide students with a systematic knowledge of Chinese grammar. The course covers various grammatical constructions and markers as well as their functions. This course will enhance the students' ability in analyzing the Chinese language, written and spoken, besides their general proficiency of the language. Students will do 3-4 exercises and an essay of about 2500 characters. The course is designed for students across the University with an interest in the Chinese language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"CL2203","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL2104","ModuleTitle":"Reading/Writing Chinese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The   objective   of   this   module   is   to   cultivate   the students’  writing  skills through    intensive    critical reading  and  analysing  of  exemplar  pieces  in  literary masterpieces,  historical  essays,  philosophical  treatise and other genres. Students will be required to submit written  assignments  on  a  regular  basis  in  the  form  of creative writing, argumentative essay, text summarization, and so on. This is an essential module for  all  Chinese  Language  and  Chinese  Studies  majors and is open to all students who are looking to ways to improve their reading and writing skills in Chinese.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CL2121","ModuleTitle":"History of Chinese Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"An essential module for students majoring in Chinese Studies/Chinese Language, this course is a general survey of the development of Chinese literature from ancient times to the Qing Dynasty. It is designed to introduce students to the main features of various literary trends, genres and styles, as well as to major writers of various periods and their representative works. The course also caters to students across the University with an interest in classical Chinese literature.","CrossModule":"CH2121","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"CH2121","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL2280","ModuleTitle":"Basic Translation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to basics issues in the practice of translation and interpretation (both Chinese-English and English-Chinese). Students are exposed to different forms of writing and are trained to do written translation and consecutive interpretation. The course is conducted in an interactive manner and students are expected to actively participate in class discussion, language games and translation exercises during both lecture and tutorial. The course is practice-oriented and is intended for students who are bilingual (Chinese and English) and have an interest in the practice of translation and interpretation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"1) Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules; AND\r\n2) Grade 'B4' and above in Higher Chinese (HCL) at GCE 'O' Level or Chinese (CL) at GCE 'AO'  Level; OR Grade 'C' and above in Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL2281","ModuleTitle":"Translation and Interpretation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This class aims to continue to give students practice in translation and interpretation. The course will focus on two areas: linguistic issues (grammar, semantic meaning) which must be dealt with in both oral and written translation, and cultural issues where there is a need for creative approaches to various non-standard forms of language which are found in poetry, cartoons, advertisements, and certain types of interpretation scenarios.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"1) Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules; AND\r\n2) Grade 'B4' and above in Higher Chinese (HCL) at GCE 'O' Level or Chinese (CL) at GCE 'AO' Level; OR Grade 'C' and above in Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL3207","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Sociolinguistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the Chinese sociolinguistic issues of the interaction between language and society, language variation, dialects and national standard languages, bilingualism, language contact, language planning, language policy and language education. It aims to educate students with a positive attitude toward language and language variation. The course is designed for students across the University with an interest in language and society, and should be especially important for Singapore students who are living in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL3213","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Semantics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to familiarise students with the nature of meaning in languages, the change in the meaning of a word in different contexts as well as through time, and the theory of Chinese semantics. Major topics to be covered include the meanings of Chinese words, changes in meaning, logical relations and semantic relations in the Chinese language. The course is designed for students with some theoretical background in the structure of the Chinese language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must obtain:\r\n1) At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE 'AO' Level (at GCE 'A' Level examination); OR\r\n2) At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n3) At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE 'A' Level; OR\r\n4) At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE 'A' Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE 'A' Level.\r\n5) Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.","Preclusion":"CL2204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL3281","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Translation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module, designed for Level 2nd-4th year students (not necessarily majoring in Chinese Studies), deals with some problems not specified for attention under CL2280 or CL2281, requiring students to translate some literary works into Chinese and English respectively. Topics will include the relationship between contemporary translation theory and practice, the use of more specific semantic and cultural understanding of the text, as well as more complex formation of textual structures in the process of translation. Special attention will be paid to online resources for translators.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CL2280 or CL2281","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CL3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project.\r\n\r\nUROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed.\r\n\r\nUROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM1111","ModuleTitle":"Inorganic Chemistry 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Basic concepts of acids and bases, and periodicity and chemistry of most main group elements are covered in this module. Topics include Bronsted and Lewis acids and bases, hard and soft acid- base concept, and group trends and general properties of metals and non-metals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"5-1-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"'A' level or H2 pass in Chemistry or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM1131","ModuleTitle":"Physical Chemistry 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Equations of state of ideal and real gases, intermolecular forces; kinetic theory of gases; first law of thermodynamics; enthalpy; thermochemistry; the second law; entropy; Helmholtz and Gibbs functions; the third law; rates of chemical reactions; accounting for the rate laws - reaction mechanisms; effect of temperature on reaction rate; theories of reaction rates.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-2-3","Prerequisite":"'A' level or H2 pass in Chemistry or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM1191","ModuleTitle":"Experiments in Chemistry 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This is a module designed for chemistry majors and deals with laboratory experiments on selected topics of basic chemistry prinicples with theoretical contents selected from CM1111, CM1121 and CM1131. The experiments are designed to strengthen the students’ understanding of basic organic,\ninorganic and physical chemistry. Upon completion of the module, students should have learnt some essential laboratory skills and be able to perform basic data processing and write lab reports. In addition to the aforementioned activities, CM1191 will also cover errors in chemical analysis which will be taught during the lectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-6-0-2","Prerequisite":"H2/A-level Chemistry or its equivalent or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CM1417","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide an introduction to the fundamental topics and concepts of chemistry. This includes topics like structure of matter, periodicity and the periodic table, chemical Bonding, states of matter, stoichiometry and equilibrium, reaction types, kinetics, organic chemistry, including such topics as functional groups and isomerism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"'O' Level pass in Chemistry or equivalent","Preclusion":"A level or H2 Chemistry or equivalent or CM1417X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM1501","ModuleTitle":"Organic Chemistry for Engineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Aliphatic hydrocarbons. Stereochemistry. Alkyl halides. Alcohols. Ethers and epoxides. Aldehydes and ketones. Carboxylic acids and derivatives. Aromatic hydrocarbons. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Amines and diazonium compounds. Macromolecules. Principles of spectroscopy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"'A' level or H2 pass in Chemistry or equivalent or CM1417 /CM1417X","Preclusion":"CM1121, CM1503, CM1401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM2101","ModuleTitle":"Physical Chemistry 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"In this course, the basic ideas and applications of various types of spectroscopy will be taught in a concerted manner, with discussions on some basic applications of these techniques. Topics discussed include microwave spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, electronic spectroscopy, electron and nuclear spin resonance spectroscopy. The fundamental principles such as energy quantization, rigid rotors and harmonic oscillators are discussed, the techniques and instrumentation are studied, and the practical applications are emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-2-3","Prerequisite":"CM1131 Physical Chemistry 1","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM2111","ModuleTitle":"Inorganic Chemistry 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Structure and properties of solids; coordination chemistry: nomenclature, stability constants and isomerism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-2-3","Prerequisite":"CM1111","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CM2121","ModuleTitle":"Organic Chemistry 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Functional group transformation; disconnection approach to synthesis; synthesis of polyfunctional organic molecules, stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-2-3","Prerequisite":"CM1121 or by department approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM2191","ModuleTitle":"Experiments in Chemistry 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-5-0-4","Prerequisite":"CM1191 or by department approval.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CM2192","ModuleTitle":"Experiments in Chemistry 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-6-0-2","Prerequisite":"CM1191 or by department approval.","Preclusion":"CM2142","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM2288","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Chemistry I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"CM1111 or CM1121or CM1131; AND Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM2289","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS In Chemistry II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"CM1111 or CM1121 or CM1131; and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3212","ModuleTitle":"Transition Metal Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the chemistry of d-block and f-block metals. An introduction to observed trend in physical and chemical properties of d-block transition metal complexes will be given. A comprehensive discussion on their electronic structures and spectra follows. Magnetic property, ligand substitution and redox reaction of these metal complexes will be illustrated. The f-block metals will be introduced leading to a discussion of the optical spectra of their complexes. Introduction to inorganic supramolecular chemistry, crystal engineering and solid state chemistry will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM2111","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3221","ModuleTitle":"Organic Synthesis: The Disconnection Approach","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the application of retrosynthetic analysis and various methodologies in chemical synthesis. The topics include C-X disconnection (one-group or two-group), one-group C-C disconnection, two-group C-C disconnection (1,3-, 1,5-, 1,2- 1,4-difunctional compounds), amine synthesis, alkene synthesis and aromatic and saturated heterocycle synthesis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM2121","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3231","ModuleTitle":"Quantum Chem & Molecular Thermodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Duality of matter and the Heisenberg principle; Schrodinger equation of simple systems; postulates of quantum mechanics; symmetry elements and operators; probability; order and disorder; statistical interpretation of entropy and the Boltzmann equation; Boltzmann distribution and the partition function for an ideal gas; thermodynamic functions for ideal gases.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM2101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3242","ModuleTitle":"Instrumental Analysis II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The module covers the advanced treatment of some concepts that are applied to the analytical chemistry field already taught at the introductory level in other modules (CM1131, CM2111, CM2101, CM 2121, CM2161, CM2192 (practical module)), plus more advanced techniques important in the fast moving world of contemporary analytical chemistry. More advanced considerations of the instrumentation aspects of important analytical techniques are taught and\r\ndiscussed, and wide-ranging applications of these techniques to solving problems in various fields are covered. The topics covered include advanced microscale separation science, mass spectrometry, spectrophotometry, electroanalysis, thermal and gravimetric methods, and flow injection analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-2-3","Prerequisite":"CM2142 or CM2192 or LSM2191","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3252","ModuleTitle":"Polymer Chemistry 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Polymer science is the study of plastic materials of everyday life and the development of new materials that meet technological needs. This module covers classification and synthesis of polymers by different polymerization techniques; copolymerization reactions and industrial polymers. Physical properties of polymers both in the solid state and in solution will also be discussed. Knowledge in laboratory techniques in polymerization, determination of molecular weight and stability and spectroscopic studies will be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-1-4","Prerequisite":"CM1131 and CM2121","Preclusion":"CM2264, CM3262, CM3265, CM3266","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3261","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Environmental terms and concepts; scope of environmental chemistry; the atmosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere; soil, water and air pollution; chemical toxicology; methods of environmental analysis and monitoring; global environmental problems; natural resources and energy; environmental management; risk assessment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM3241 or CM2142 or CM2166 or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Chemistry I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Chemistry II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3291","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Experiments In Organic & Inorganic Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Laboratory work in Inorganic and Organic chemistry. 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Furthermore, they are required to submit a report on their accomplishment of the educational objectives of the trip. In this module students are exposed to both team-based learning and self-directed learning. The module is evaluated on “Completed Satisfactory/Completed Unsatisfactory (CS/CU)” basis on the continual assessment and final report and the student\r\nwill be evaluated individually.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"5-0-6-6-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CM3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Chemistry as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Chemistry major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM3312","ModuleTitle":"Enhanced Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 16-20 weeks during regular semester.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Chemistry as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Chemistry major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3312 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4199A","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to introduce students to the components of independent research e.g. literature review, experimental techniques, data collection and treatment, etc. After completion of this module a student should be able to analyse a specific problem and to design and perform suitable experiments which will lead to its solution.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"At least an overall CAP of 3.50, on fulfillment of 100MC or more; and major requirements under the B.Sc. programme. 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The course grade is usually based on a written report and two seminars covering the research.\r\n \r\nThe teaching objective of the module is for faculty members with expertise in relevant fields of chemical research to impart knowledge on, provide guidance to and stimulate creative thinking of students with interest in modern chemistry. The students are expected to gain in-depth understanding of the chosen topic through discussions/meetings with the faculty members, his/her own research work, and preparation and presentation of written/oral reports. Each student is assigned at least one adviser from the faculty. The student should meet with his/her adviser at the beginning of the semester. The adviser and student will select a topic for investigation within the advisers area of expertise. For example, the assignment might require the students to read some recent journal articles or chapters in selected books. During subsequent meetings, the student and adviser will discuss the material and related issues. The student will then prepare a brief written report summarizing the background and significance of the problem under consideration, the approaches used to solve the problem, and the results of the investigations reported in the articles or books. The written report is due at the end of the semester. The student will also be required to make two oral presentations (one around the middle of the semester, and another one at the end of the semester) to show his or her understanding of the problem, and what he or she has read.\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4215","ModuleTitle":"BIOINORGANIC CHEMISTRY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The students will learn the basic concepts of modern bioinorganic chemistry including the mechanisms of reactions catalyzed by metalloproteins, spectroscopic and electronic properties of metal sites, and kinetics of electron transfer in proteins. This module covers major areas in modern bioinorganic chemistry including synthetic model compounds for metal sites of metalloproteins, basic protein chemistry, biological electron transfer; hydrolytic enzymes, oxygen transporters; oxygen reacting proteins such as monooxygenase, peroxidase, catalase and superoxide dismutase; physical methods in bioinorganic chemistry. The module is directed towards students majoring in chemistry and related disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM3211 or CM3212 or CM3268","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4225","ModuleTitle":"Organic Spectroscopy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module covers modern methods used in structure determination of organic compounds. Topics include mass spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. The main focuses of this module are two-dimensional NMR techniques and their applications in the determination of stereochemistry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-2-3","Prerequisite":"CM2121","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4227","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an overall view on an emerging new discipline that blends chemistry with many fields of biology to unravel the complexities of life at the interface of chemistry and biology. This course illustrates how biological\r\nprocesses are explained in chemical terms. The key objective is to highlight the basic principles of chemical biology to show its important linkages to life sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CM1121 or CM1401 and LSM1101 or LSM1401","Preclusion":"LSM4233","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CM4242","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Analytical Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at the principles and applications of advanced analytical techniques. The student will gain familiarity with the fundamental principles, instrumentation aspects as well as analytical applications of modern separation techniques as well as advances in microscopy and mass spectrometry. Topics discussed are selected from capillary electrophoresis and related techniques, hyphenated techniques involving gas chromatography and liquid chromatography, etc., with a focus on qualitative analysis; multidimensional chromatography; current advances in microscopy, mass spectrometry, etc., including applications. The module is directed towards students majoring in chemistry and related disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM3242 or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4251","ModuleTitle":"Characterization Techniques in Materials Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Preparation and characterization of materials form crucial  and vital aspects of materials research. Highly developed instruments are now available to apply an interdisciplinary study to understand the structure-property relationship. This module provides undergraduates an introduction to modern materials characterization techniques which comprise surface analysis techniques, X-ray diffraction,  microscopy, thermal analyses, mechanical tastings and spectroscopies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-1-4","Prerequisite":"CM3252 and CM3253","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4254","ModuleTitle":"Chemistry of Semiconductors","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"An understanding of dimensional dependence of energy levels, Fermi energy, and band gap in crystals form the basis for learning newly developed devices and \r\napplications in transistors, solar cells, etc. The principles of device operation and fabrication will be introduced in relation to electrical and structural properties of Silicon, GaAs and the operation of p-n junctions and transistors. Chemistry in the fabrication of integrated circuits from growth of single crystals, photolithography, etching, dielectric deposition to packaging of circuit, and electrochemistry of semiconductors, charge transfer across electrolyte-semiconductor interface, band bending and Mott Schottky analysis will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-1-4","Prerequisite":"CM3232","Preclusion":"CM3263","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4269","ModuleTitle":"Sustainable & Green Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The module covers:\r\n(i)   introduction: origin, current status and future of green chemistry;\r\n(ii)  concept of sustainability;\r\n(iii)  environmental fate of chemicals;\r\n(iv) metrics for environmental risk evaluation of chemicals;\r\n(v)  elements of green chemistry;\r\n(vi) energy balance in chemical reactions and separation processes;\r\n(vii) selectivity and yield improvements in chemical processes via statistical methods;\r\n(viii)fundamentals of industrial waste treatment;\r\n(ix) environmental consequences of burning fossil fuels for generation of energy;\r\n(x)  renewable sources of fuels and chemical feedstocks;\r\n(xi) energy future beyond carbon; and\r\n(xii) advanced green chemistry techniques and process intensification","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"CM1121 and CM1131 and (CM2121 or CM2101)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4273","ModuleTitle":"Computational Drug Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces modern computational methods used in drug discovery and drug development. It covers topics such as drug design process, structure and ligand \r\nbased drug design, molecular mechanics methods, homology model, molecular docking, pharmacophore models, quantitative structure-reactivity relationship \r\n(QSAR), de novo ligand design, quantum mechanics techniques, cheminformatics, database search tools, and virtual screening. Hands-on experience in using \r\ncomputational software and visualization tools will be provided.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"CM3221 or CM3222","Preclusion":"CM5236","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4274","ModuleTitle":"The Art and Methodology in Total Synthesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module comprises of a study of the total synthesis of useful functional molecules. Both general and advanced strategies are covered. Concepts of the classical multistep and the greener cascade sequences are explored. The concepts and strategies are illustrated with classical and modern examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM3221","Preclusion":"CM4221","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM4299","ModuleTitle":"Applied Project in Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"For Bachelor of Science (Honours) students to participate full-time in a six-month-long project in an applied context that culminates in a project presentation and report.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CM4199A, CM4199B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5100","ModuleTitle":"M.SC. PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This is a project-based module. The student will\nundertake a one year course of independent\nresearch on an advanced topic in chemistry under\nthe direction of an academic staff member. In\naddition, the student is required to perform any\npreparatory course in laboratory techniques which\nthe Department deems necessary.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-10-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CM5100A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5100A","ModuleTitle":"Advanced MSc Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This is a project-based module. The student will\nundertake a one year course of independent\nsupervised research on an advanced topic in\nchemistry under the direction of an academic staff\nmember. In addition, the student is required to\nperform any preparatory course in laboratory\ntechniques which the Department deemed\nnecessary.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-0-20-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CM5100","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5101","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Analysis and Characterization Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This is an integral module providing comprehensive theory and practical training on various techniques needed in advanced chemical analysis and\r\ncharacterization. At the outset, students are required to select at least 4 specialized topics to focus on, from: (i) NMR spectroscopy, (ii) Mass spectrometry, (iii) Elemental and thermal analysis, (iv) Chromatography\r\nand hyphenated techniques, (v) Single crystal and powder X-ray crystallography, (vi) Scanning probe and microscopic techniques. Besides learning the scientific fundamentals through recorded lectures/seminars and\r\nonline assessments, students work directly with instrumental experts in the various laboratories to gain hands-on knowledge and practical aspects of each of these techniques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-5-0-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CM5201 – Practical Synthetic and Analytical Chemistry\r\n(this module has some analytical component similar to\r\nthe proposed module)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5151","ModuleTitle":"Energy Storage and Conversion Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides comprehensive discussions on various fundamentals and the latest issues concerning energy storage and conversion chemistry. Topics covered include: (1) Energy sources - Chemical energies, storage\r\nand inter-conversion; (2) Chemistry in photovoltaics - solar cell materials and efficiency needs; (3) Hydrogen economy – issues in production and storage; CO2 capture; Fuel cells, infrastructure and cost analysis; (4) Electrochemical storage of energy - Battery materials, design principle and types; Capacitors and supercapacitors; (5) Policy and the Energy market - Case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-1-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5161","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chemical Laboratory Safety","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This multidisciplinary module provides a broad coverage on safety-related issues in our laboratories. The main objective of this module is to introduce potential hazards and various safety measures which can be adopted to prevent accidents or personal injuries. Topics such as personal protection, safe handling and disposal of various chemicals, standard operating procedures, risk assessment, emergency measures and first aid practices will be introduced. Legislation and laws pertaining to workplace safety will also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5198","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Seminar Module in Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2016/2017. The main purpose of this module is to help graduate students to improve their scientific communication skills, in the form of writing and presentation, and to participate in scientific seminars/exchanges in a professional manner. Students would be introduced to the different types of scientific communication modalities that chemistry researchers used to communicate scientific ideas. This includes seminar-style presentation, manuscript writing as well as posters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Registered as a Graduate Student in the Department of Chemistry in either one of the following programmes:\n1) PhD in Chemistry\n2) MSc by Research in Chemistry\n3) MSc by Coursework in Chemistry","Preclusion":"Graduate seminar modules by other departments","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5199","ModuleTitle":"M.Sc. 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The R&D project is concluded with a written\r\nreport and an oral examination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5211","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Organometallic Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Principles and applications of organometallic compounds: synthesis, reactivity and structural aspects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM4212 or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5221","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED ORGANIC SYNTHESIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Biomimetic reactions, the application of organometallics to organic synthesis, synthesis of complex molecules, and other emerging areas in organic synthesis. Students will be required to write a proposal and a review on any topic related to organic synthesis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM4222 or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5224","ModuleTitle":"Emerging Concepts in Drug Discovery","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces several contemporary topics and emerging concepts in medicinal chemistry and the drug discovery process. The latest ideas in lead discovery, lead optimization and assay development will be discussed. Industry case studies will be presented by guest lecturers from the pharmaceutical industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5232","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Chemical Kinetics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Elementary reactions in the gas phase: rate of a bimolecular reaction, reaction cross section, unimolecular reactions, potential energy surface, transition state theory; reactions in solution: theoretical considerations, reactions between ions, reactions between ions and molecules, linear free energy relationship, fast reactions; catalysis: homogeneous catalysis in the gas phase and in solution, acid-base catalysis, autocatalysis and oscillating reactions, heterogeneous catalysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"By permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5241","ModuleTitle":"Modern Analytical Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Sample preparation, including miniaturised procedures of extraction; advanced coupled chromatography/mass spectrometry; advanced mass spectrometric techniques. Capillary electrophoresis: different modes of capillary electrophoresis, injection techniques, detection techniques and column technology. Scanning probe microscopy: scanning tunneling microscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning electrochemical microscopy and scanning near-field optical microscopy. Determination of crystal and molecular structures by single crystal x-ray diffraction techniques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CM4242 or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CM5268","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Organic Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module builds on the module Advanced Polymer Science (CM 4268). A major focus will be directed towards the preparation and application of advanced polymers and biopolymers. It will be accompanied by presentations and case studies delivered by selected Industry researchers. The following aspects will be covered:\r\n(i) Liquid Crystals;\r\n(ii) Photovoltaics Materials;\r\n(iii) Organic Electronics & Devices;\r\n(iv) Nanostructured Surfaces;\r\n(v) Sensors;\r\n(vi) Nanoparticles and Quantum Dots;\r\n(vii) Biomimetic and Intelligent Materials;\r\n(viii) Tissue Engineering.\r\nThe module is suited for final year students majoring in chemistry, applied chemistry and related disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"For Applied Chemistry Students: Polymer Chemistry II (CM3221), Advanced Polymer Science (CM4268). For Chemistry students: Organic Reaction Mechanisms (CM3221).","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN1101","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Principles and Practice I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This  module provides an experiential   exposure   to chemical  engineering concepts through  a  series  of hands-on experimental laboratories. Simple yet visually engaging demonstrations  will  bring  these  concepts  to life, and act as a preview and bridge to the core modules in the undergraduate curriculum, while highlighting their practical relevance. The students will prepare for each session   by compulsory   pre-laboratory readings   on theoretical  background  and  laboratory  procedures.  In the laboratory, they will learn to carry out measurement, data  collection,  analysis,  modelling, interpretation  and presentation.  The  laboratory  sessions  will  be  blended with  real  engineering applications  of  industrial  and societal relevance to Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"2-3-4-2-1-3","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"CN1111","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Principles","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a basic concept of chemical engineering processes and related problem-solving methods. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of chemical engineering process analysis. The module begins with an overview of the chemical process industry and a discussion of several significant examples. Details of steady state material and energy balance, including recycles, phase change and reaction, form the core substance of the course. Other topics include simultaneous mass and energy balances and unsteady state balances. All concepts and principles are amply illustrated with relevant process examples. This module is targeted at level one engineering or science students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"H2 Mathematics, H2 Chemistry and H2 Physics (or PC1221 Fundamentals of Physics I) or equivalent","Preclusion":"CM1161, CN1111FC","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN2108","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Process Laboratory I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Students learn practical experience with laboratory-scale experiments as well as team work and technical communication through report writing and oral examination. The experiments are related to chemical engineering thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat & mass transfer, particle technology and bioanalytics. Also, students learn the use of safety equipment, safe procedures for handling biological and hazardous waste, assembly and disassembly of equipment, fault diagnosis, understanding and operation of thermocouples and flow meters, instrumental analysis, data logging and processing, operation of process plant items, error analysis and data validation. This module is targeted at level 2 chemical engineering students, who will do experiments in six sessions of five hours each, during the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-2.5-0-2.5","Prerequisite":"CN2121, CN2122, LSM1401","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN2116","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Kinetics & Reactor Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module begins with a revision of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics emphasizing on the different definitions of reaction rates, rate expressions, and simple and complex reactions. The design equations for ideal reactors are then introduced followed by the general methods of analysis of rate data. Reactor sequencing, yield versus productivity considerations in multiple reactions, and nonisothermal operations round up the first half of the course. More advanced topics such as residence time distributions in reactors, kinetics of catalytic reactions and catalyst deactivation, coupling of chemical reactions with transport processes, form the bulk of the second half of the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-5.5-3","Prerequisite":"CN1111/CN1111FC/CN1111X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"CN2125"},{"ModuleCode":"CN2121","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an understanding of the basic laws and concepts of thermodynamics for applying to analyze chemical engineering problems. The basic definition, applications and limitations of chemical engineering thermodynamics are first introduced followed by a review of basic laws, properties and concepts of thermodynamics. The application of basic concepts of energy conversion is extended to refrigeration and liquefaction processes. The development and discussion of thermodynamic property relations for systems of constant and variable compositions are covered in detail. The developed property relationships together with the basic laws are then applied to the analysis of the various equilibrium problems in chemical engineering such as vapour-liquid, vapour-liquid-liquid, liquid-liquid, solid-liquid and chemical reaction equilibria. This module is targeted at level 2 chemical engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0.5-6.5","Prerequisite":"CN1111FC/CN1111/CN1111X, CM1502","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN2121E","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide students with the rudimentary understanding of the basic laws and other concepts of thermodynamics and apply them to analyses chemical engineering problems. The module starts with basic definition, applications and limitations of chemical engineering thermodynamics, followed by a review of basic laws, properties and concepts of thermodynamics. The development and discussion of thermodynamic property relations for systems of constant and variable compositions are covered in detail. The developed property relationships together with the basic laws are then applied to the analysis of the various equilibrium problems in chemical engineering such as vapour -liquid, vapour-liquid-liquid, liquidliquid, solid-liquid and chemical reaction equilibria.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"CN1111E","Preclusion":"TC2111, TCN2121","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN2122","ModuleTitle":"Fluid Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module considers the classification of fluids and their properties, followed by the analysis of static fluid. The integral and differential forms of the fundamental equations ? Continuity, Momentum and Energy equations are then studied. The concept of momentum transfer by the shear stress is introduced in this course. Dimensional analysis and model theory are studied. The concept about boundary layer theory, flow with pressure gradient, viscous flow and turbulence are also described. Practical aspect involves the consideration of flows in closed conduits. At the end of the course, basic concepts regarding fluid machinery are also covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA1505, MA1506","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN2122E","ModuleTitle":"Fluid Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces to students the classification of fluids and their properties, followed by the analysis of static fluid. The integral and differential forms of the fundamental equations – Continuity, Momentum and Energy equations are then studied. The concept of momentum transfer by the shear stress is introduced in this course. Dimensional analysis and model theory are studied. The concept about boundary layer theory, flow with pressure gradient, viscous flow and turbulence are also described. Practical aspect involves the consideration of flows in closed conduits. At the end of the course, basic concepts regarding fluid machinery is also covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"TC2411","Preclusion":"TC2112, TCN2122","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN2125","ModuleTitle":"Heat & Mass Transfer","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course considers three modes of heat transfer, namely, conduction, convection, and radiation.  For heat conduction, both steady and unsteady states are examined. These are followed by analyses for convective heat transfer and heat transfer with phase change, and subsequently radiative heat transfer. Heat exchangers and their design are discussed. Steady and unsteady-state molecular diffusion is studied, while convective mass transfer is analyzed using exact and approximate integral analysis. Finally, analogies between mass, heat and momentum transfer are discussed leading to the concept of transport phenomena.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2.5-6","Prerequisite":"CN2122","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3108","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Process Laboratory II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the second laboratory experience to students, in chemical engineering processes and biologics manufacturing. Teamwork, technical communication skills, oral presentation and problem solving skills are further emphasised. The experiments covered are related to chemical kinetics and reactors, heat and mass transfer, particle technology, and biologics manufacturing. The importance of safety continues to be emphasised through rigorous implementation of proper operational and waste disposal procedures. The practical experience in fault diagnosis, instrumental analysis, data logging and processing, error analysis and data validation, and operation of process units gained in CN2108 are reinforced and extended further.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-4-0-6","Prerequisite":"CN2108, CN2116, CN2125, CN3124","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3109","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Process Laboratory III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides practical experience to students in process dynamics and control, mass transfer and separation processes. It also strengthens teamwork, technical writing and oral presentation skills, and problem solving skills of students. The importance of safety continues to be emphasised through rigorous implementation of proper operational and waste disposal procedures. The practical experience in fault diagnosis, instrumental analysis, data logging and processing, error analysis and data validation, and operation of process units gained in CN2108 and CN3108 are reinforced and extended further. Students do four experiments (each in two 4-hour sessions) during the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-2.5-0-2.5","Prerequisite":"CN3121, CN3132","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3121","ModuleTitle":"Process Dynamics & Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the full complement of fundamental principles with clear application to heat exchangers, reactors, separation processes and storage systems. It incorporates introductory concepts, dynamic modeling, feedback control concepts and design methods, control hardware, and advanced control strategies including feed-forward, cascade and model-based control. SIMULINK will be introduced and used to simulate and examine the effectiveness of various control strategies. The module also incorporates case studies that prepare the students to design control systems for a realistic sized plant. This module is targeted at chemical engineering students who already have a basic knowledge of chemical engineering processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"MA1505, MA1506","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3121E","ModuleTitle":"Process Dynamics & Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module incorporates introductory concepts, dynamic modeling, transfer function modules, system identification, control hardware, feedback control and module-based design methods. SIMULINK will be introduced and used to stimulate and examine the effectiveness of various control strategies. This module also incorporates a detailed case study that prepares the students to design control systems for a realistic sized plant. This module is targeted at chemical engineering students who already have a basic knowledge of chemical engineering processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-1.5-5.0","Prerequisite":"TC2411","Preclusion":"TC3111, TCN3121","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3124","ModuleTitle":"Fluid-Solid Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the basic concepts for physical processes: filtration, sedimentation, centrifugation, fluidisation and crystallisation. Particulate solids are characterised in terms of size, size distribution, measurement and analysis and processing. The concepts of fluid flowand particle settling, as well as particle size are used for design and operation of some important fluid-particle separation methods. The principle of fluidisation and its applications to reactors and pneumatic transport of solids are also included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-1-0-1-3.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"CN2122"},{"ModuleCode":"CN3132","ModuleTitle":"Separation Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"In this module, equilibrium stage and rate-based design concepts in separation processes are introduced. Starting from simple single stage, binary separation, the theoretical treatment is extended to multi-component, multi-stage processes. After brief introduction to inter-phase mass transfer, basic concepts in rate-based design for the more important separation processes such as absorption and distillation are illustrated. The rate-based design concept is then extended to operations involving simultaneous heat and mass transfer such as in cooling tower and dryer.  The process design principles are illustrated with distillation, absorption, extraction, adsorption, cooling tower and drying processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-7.5","Prerequisite":"CN1111FC/CN1111/CN1111X, CN2125","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3132E","ModuleTitle":"Separation Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"In this module, equilibrium stage and rate-based design concepts in separation processes are introduced. Starting from simple stage, binary separation, the theoretical treatment is extended to multi-component, multi-stage processes. After brief introduction to inter-phase mass transfer, basic concepts in rate-based design for the more important separation processes such as absorption and distillation are illustrated. The rate-based design concept is then extended to operations involving simultaneous heat and mass transfer such as in cooling tower and dryer. The process design principles are illustrated with distillation, absorption, extraction, adsorption, cooling tower and drying processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"CN1111E & CN2121E & CN2125E","Preclusion":"TC2113, TCN3132","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN3135","ModuleTitle":"Process Safety, Health and Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide fundamental concepts and methods for the design and operation of safe plants. The students will gain a thorough understanding of chemical process hazards, their identification, their potential effects on safety, health, and the environment, and methods of assessment and control. Emphasis is placed on the integrated management of safety, health, and environmental sustainability.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-1-0-2-2.5","Prerequisite":"CN2121 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics\r\nCN2122 Fluid Mechanics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CN3421","ModuleTitle":"Process Modeling And Numerical Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces model formulation for various chemical and environmental processes and numerical techniques in solving the associated algebraic and differential equations. Students also learn data sampling and analysis, hypothesis testing and experimental design essential for today?s chemical and environmental engineers. This course covers the formulation of process models and necessary numerical techniques for solving the model equations arising in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, reaction engineering, transport phenomena, and process systems engineering. The numerical techniques include methods for solving systems of linear and non-linear algebraic equations and systems of linear and non-linear ordinary and partial differential equations. Direct and iterative techniques, numerical differentiation and integration, error propagation, convergence and stability analysis are taught, followed by basic concepts of probability, discrete and continuous random variables, expected values, joint probability distributions, and independence. Hypothesis testing, least square regression, experimental design and sensitivity analysis are also introduced. This module is targeted at level 3 chemical and environmental engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1.5-5.5","Prerequisite":"MA1505 and MA1506 and CN1111/CN1111FC/CN1111X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"CN2116"},{"ModuleCode":"CN3421E","ModuleTitle":"Process Modeling & Numerical Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a working knowledge of numerical methods and their applications to problems in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, and reaction engineering. The topics covered are linear and nonlinear equations, interpolation, ordinary and partial differential equations. Each topic starts with an introduction of its applications in chemical engineering followed by principle, development and relative merits of selected methods. Use of suitable software for numerical methods is demonstrated. Students complete 1-2 group projects involving chemical engineering problems and its numerical solution using software, which instills independent learning. The module is targeted at the second year part-time chemical engineering students with some experience in the industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"To pass the following: CN2116E, CN2121E and CN2125E","Preclusion":"TC3411, TCN3421","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4118","ModuleTitle":"B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The project aims to provide students with training for scientific or technical research. The module involves an assignment of a research project, equipment training and safety education. Students need to spend at least one full day per week on the project under the guidance of the project supervisor and co-supervisor. A thesis is required at the end of the semester, including literature survey, materials and method, results and discussion, and suggestions for further study. A poster presentation is also required. This module is targeted at all level 4 chemical engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-1-12-0-7","Prerequisite":"CN3108 - Chemical Engineering Process Laboratory II and at least 4 of the 5 core modules:\r\nCN3121 - Process Dynamics and Control\r\nCN3124 - Fluid-Solid Systems\r\nCN3132 - Separation Processes\r\nCN3135 - Process Safety, Health & Environment\r\nCN3421 - Process Modelling and Numerical Simulation\r\nor approval by the Head of the Department","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4118E","ModuleTitle":"B.Tech. 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This module is targeted at all level 4 engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-0-0-25-0","Prerequisite":"TC1401 & TC1422 & CN1111E & TC1402/ TC2401 & TC2421 & CN2121E & CN2122E & CN2116E & CN2125E & CN3124E & CN3421E & CN3121E & CN3132E & CN4111E/CN3135E","Preclusion":"TC4118","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CN4118R","ModuleTitle":"B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The project aims to provide students with training for scientific or technical research. The module involves an assignment of a research project, equipment training and safety education. Students need to spend at least one full day per week on the project under the guidance of the project supervisor and co-supervisor. A thesis is required at the end of the semester, including literature survey, materials and method, results and discussion, and suggestions for further study. A poster presentation is also required. This module is targeted at all level 4 chemical engineering students.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-1-14-0-9","Prerequisite":"CN3108 and at least 4 of the 5 core modules: CN3121, CN3124, CN3132, CN3135 and CN3421, or approved by the Head of the Department","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4122","ModuleTitle":"Process Synthesis and Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide fundamentals and methods of of process synthesis and simulation, which are required for design of chemical processes/plants. Students learn a heuristic method for process development, simulation strategies, main steps in process design and rigorous process simulation using a commercial simulator through both lectures and many hands-on exercises. They will also learn detailed mechanical design of process equipment, cost estimation and profitability analysis of chemical\r\nprocesses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-2-0-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"CN2116 Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design\r\nCN2121 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics\r\nCN3124 Particle Technology\r\nCN3132 Separation Processes","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4122E","ModuleTitle":"Process Synthesis and Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide fundamentals and methods of of process synthesis and simulation, which are required for design of chemical processes/plants. Students learn a heuristic method for process development, simulation strategies, main steps in process design and rigorous process simulation using a commercial simulator through both lectures and many hands-on exercises. They will also learn detailed mechanical design of process equipment, cost estimation and profitability analysis of chemical\r\nprocesses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-2-0-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"CN2116E Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design\r\nCN2121E Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics\r\nCN3124E Particle Technology\r\nCN3132E Separation Processes","Preclusion":"TCN4122","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4203R","ModuleTitle":"Polymer Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course introduces students to the principles of producing a polymer product starting from polymer synthesis to the final engineering design and production. It starts with an introduction to polymer chemistry of various synthesis methods and strategies. This is followed by the analysis and characterization of polymers using the physics of polymers. Finally, techniques for producing or synthesizing polymers will be learnt. The various processing methods such as extrusion, njection modelling, blow molding and film blowing for polymers so produced are discussed. Detailed mathematical analyses of some process operations based on momentum, heat and mass transfer approaches are carried out.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CN4205R","ModuleTitle":"Pinch Analysis and Process Integration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a working knowledge of selected techniques and software in pinch analysis and process integration as well as their application to chemical processes. The first part of the module covers pinch analysis for heat integration, including data extraction and energy targeting, heat exchanger network design, integration of utilities, heat and power systems, and distillation columns. Application of pinch analysis to maximization of water re-use is also discussed. Another topic is data reconciliation and gross error detection, and their applications. This module is targeted at senior chemical engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"CN2125 Heat and Mass Transfer, CN3421 Process Modelling and Numerical Simulation.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4208E","ModuleTitle":"Biochemical Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module familiarizes students with the upstream section of a biologics manufacturing plant. It starts with the drug discovery process and natural products research. The rudimentaries of cells, building blocks of proteins, carbohydrates and nucleic acids, as well as fundamental enzyme kinetics are next introduced. Before going into the heart of the module, which is the design of a fermenter, growth and product kinetics are introduced, followed by the concepts of recombinant DNA technology and hybridoma technology for the production of biopharmaceuticals. Detailed treatment of the design of the fermenter, including the operating strategies and transport phenomena with respect to agitation and aeration, follows. Finally a discussion of media sterilization and process monitoring of a bioprocess completes the module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TC2106 / CN2116E & TC2112 / CN2122E","Preclusion":"TCN4208","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CN4211R","ModuleTitle":"Petrochemicals and Processing Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course provides an overview of the petrochemical industry, with a focus on the Singapore industry. The following processes are discussed: Refining, Steam Reforming, Steam Cracking, Ammonia and Methanol production, Polymerisation processes, Important heterogeneous and homogeneous catalytic processes. To provide an in-dept understanding, fundamental aspects of the processes, i.e. catalysis, kinetics, thermodynamics and reactor design will be highlighted.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"CN2121, CN2116","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4215E","ModuleTitle":"Food Technology And Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module combines food science and engineering operations as an integrated food-engineering course. It starts with the food science topics such as, food chemistry, microbiology and nutrition. Then it focuses on the applications of various chemical engineering operations (refrigeration, freezing, evaporation, drying, and thermal processing) to food processing. The course also covers other relevant topics such as, food rheology and packaging of food products.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-1.5-5","Prerequisite":"CN2122E & CN3132E","Preclusion":"TC4215, TCN4215","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4215R","ModuleTitle":"Food Technology and Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the necessary background for food processing in the context of chemical engineering operations. The module combines food science and engineering operations as an integrated food-engineering course. It starts with food science topics such as food chemistry, microbiology and nutrition. It then focuses on the applications of various chemical engineering operations (refrigeration, freezing, evaporation, drying, thermal sterilisation) to food processing. 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As part of the assessment, students will get to work hands-on with a project to design and simulate PWC systems for a chemical plant. Students are also assessed by means of a class test, and small individual assignments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-3.5-3","Prerequisite":"CN3121 Process Dynamics and Control","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4246E","ModuleTitle":"Chemical And Bio-Catalysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The first part of the module focuses on steps involved in catalytic reactions, such as adsorption, desorption and reaction kinetic models, chemical catalysis, biocatalysis, inter-particulate and intraparticulate transport processes involving Thiele modulus and effectiveness factor. The factors and reaction sequences causing the deactivation of solid catalysts will be covered. The second part of the module focuses on the various methods of preparation, characterization and testing of industrial solid catalysts. The module ends with some case studies on how to select and design catalysts for industrially important processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TCN4246","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN4247R","ModuleTitle":"Enzyme Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module will start with general introduction about enzyme, enzymatic transformation, and enzymatic process. 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Finally, the students will learn process economics and industrial examples on the enzymatic production of fine chemicals.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"CN2116, LSM1401","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN5010","ModuleTitle":"MATHEMATICAL METHODS IN CHEMICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is targeted at postgraduate students, who are interested in process modeling and simulation for various chemical and environmental engineering processes. The course covers both analytical and numerical techniques in solving the associated algebraic as well as differential equations. Analytical methods such as eigenvalue-eigenvector and Green's function method, and numerical methods such as finite difference, collocation and finite element methods are discussed. 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Considerations for mammalian cell cultivation are discussed as well as media sterilization and process monitoring of a bioprocess. These concepts are finally applied to a lab project. This module is targeted at graduate students who are interested in biopharmaceuticals production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CN4208","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN5191","ModuleTitle":"Project Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide a step-by-step description and illustration of a project’s lifecycle in the chemical industry. 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It is a multidisciplinary course integrating cutting edge technologies for the utilization of future fossil fuels (such as shale gas, coal bed methane and methane hydrates), biofuels and hydrogen fuel. Students will learn various types of alternative fuels, their advantages, \r\n significance, current practise, production strategies, and challenges ahead. A term project along with several real and literature case studies from key areas will be used to illustrate and reinforce the learning. 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Important unit operations in pharmaceutical and fine chemical productions are also included in this module. This module is for both PG and UG students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CN4232","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN5251","ModuleTitle":"Membrane Science & Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide students with a broad spectrum of knowledge in fundamentals of membrane science and engineering, as well as in membrane applications for chemical, environmental and biomedical engineering. The module starts with the introduction of various membranes and their applications. We then teach the general theory of membrane transport for pressure, concentration and electric field driven separation and purification processes. The basic principles of membrane fabrication for symmetric, asymmetric and composite membranes will be studied. Other focuses will be given to membrane fouling, liquid membranes, and facilitated transport in order to broaden students' knowledge in membrane usage and functional membranes. In order to inspire student interests in membrane applications for life science, the module will also include membranes for controlled release devices, biomimetic and biological membranes for life science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN5555","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves supervised project over two semesters, on a topic approved by the Department. The project work should relate to one of the sub-areas of chemical engineering: chemical engineering sciences, chemical and biological systems engineering, environmentally benign processing and sustainability, biomolecular and biomedical sciences, and nanostructured\r\nand functionalized materials/devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-7-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CN5666","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with\nwork attachment experience in a company","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CN6020","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Reaction Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The primary aim of the module is to provide graduate students with a strong foundation in the engineering of chemical reactions and reactors. The module will cover a variety of topics, including molecular basis of chemical phenomena, theories to estimate kinetic rate coefficients, complex gas phase kinetics, heterogeneous catalysis, analysis of reactors for single and multi-phase chemical reactions, and multi-scale coupling of transport phenomena with chemical reactions. A semester-long multi-scale reactor design project will help consolidate and reinforce the material taught in classes. Strong links to current research in several fields will be established, with an emphasis on the generality of the underlying conceptual foundation and its utility in the research pursued by the enrolled students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CN6162","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED POLYMERIC MATERIALS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Survey of functional polymers. Polymer applications in photoresists, e-beam resists, printed wiring as encapsulants in polymer blends and polymer membranes. Electroactive polymers. Polymers in optoelectronics. Surface modified and functionalized polymers.  Miscibility in polymer blends. Membrane science.  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Its design and content enable the participants to better prepare and manage critical life-saving issues in a national, regional, or broader international context and from a public health standpoint. The course equips the participant with the basic knowledge and skills needed to plan and manage the overall crisis, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable populations. Topics include the history and development of Sphere Project standards, international humanitarian law, disaster planning, response and recovery, health services issues, which include the control of communicable and non-communicable diseases, information and surveillance standards, nutrition, water and sanitation needs, psychosocial needs, security issues, and shelter. 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Done in pairs of two, Orbital students propose, design, execute, implement and market their project to peers and faculty. Peer assessment and critique of others’ projects are key components of the modules’ deliverables.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"CS1010 Programming Methodology or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS2103 Software Engineering or its equivalent","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CP2201","ModuleTitle":"Journey of the Innovator","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF COMPUTING)","ModuleDescription":"Innovators practice the art of persuading people to accept changes in how they live—in work, leisure and social interaction. This module’s object is to introduce students to digital innovation, and to encourage them to embark on a personal journey of creativity and challenge. Inspirational innovators will be invited to present topics related to digital innovation, such as successful innovative projects of start-up teams and advanced development teams, innovative approaches such as Design Thinking, and opportunities for innovation, the vibrant intersection of energising technology trends and new markets. 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Students' performance will be graded as \"Completed Satisfactory/Completed Unsatisfactory (CS/CU)\" at the end of the module based on the coursework.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Students can only take this module after completing 70 MCs","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CP3202","ModuleTitle":"Internship II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF COMPUTING)","ModuleDescription":"The IT industry and related businesses are developing\r\nrapidly for which students need to have an opportunity to\r\nexpose themselves to the latest industry developments.\r\nThis internship module requires students to work in a company for a period of three months. Their progress on projects will be monitored during attachment, and their performance will be graded as “Completed Satisfactory/Completed Unsatisfactory (CS/CU)” at the end of the attachment, based on the final project report.\r\n\r\nThis is the second three month internship for the School of Computing students. With two internships, the student will be able to experience work in two distinct types of organizations, such as a start-up and a MNC, or in two different industries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-0-0-15-0","Prerequisite":"CP3200 Internship","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CP3208","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Research in Computing I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF COMPUTING)","ModuleDescription":"The module (together with CP3209) is part of the UROP (Computing) project. The objective of this module and the UROP (Computing) project in general, is to provide an opportunity for talented students to undertake a substantial research project under the supervision of faculty members of the School of Computing. Through this research collaboration, the student will get to experience at first hand the challenges and exhilaration of research, discovery and invention. 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This will be carried out under the supervision of an academic staff, and the selection of the topic/area will be done in consultation with the supervisor in the area of expertise.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CP5102","ModuleTitle":"MComp Information Security Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF COMPUTING)","ModuleDescription":"The exploratory project option gives individual students the opportunity for independent study and research in the area of their selected specialization. This will be carried out under the supervision of an academic staff, in possible cosupervision with a mentor from the industry or government agency. The selection of the topic/area will be done in consultation with the supervisor and the external mentor. All projects will be vetted by School of Computing Postgraduate Office.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-12-8","Prerequisite":"Students must be in Master of Computing programme, Infocomm Security specialisation","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CP6010","ModuleTitle":"Doctoral Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF COMPUTING)","ModuleDescription":"A PhD candidate will be required to give a Doctoral Seminar within 12 months after passing his/her PhD Thesis Proposal.  The seminar, which should include any research findings or work from published papers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS1010","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamental concepts of problem solving by computing and programming using an imperative programming language. It is the first and foremost introductory course to computing. It is also the first part of a three-part series on introductory programming and problem solving by computing, which also includes CS1020 and CS2010. Topics covered include problem solving by computing, writing pseudo-codes, basic problem formulation and problem solving, program development, coding, testing and debugging, fundamental programming constructs \r\n(variables, types, expressions, assignments, functions, control structures, etc.), fundamental data structures: arrays, strings and structures, simple file processing, and basic recursion. This module is appropriate for SoC students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"CG1101, CS1010E, CS1010FC, CS1010S, CS1101, CS1101C, CS1101S. Engineering and Science students who require this module for their majors/minors are not allowed to read it as ULR-Breadth.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS1010E","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamental concepts of problem solving by computing and programming using an imperative programming language. It is the first and foremost introductory course to computing and the first part of a three-part series on programming and problem solving by computing, which includes CS1020 and CS2010. Topics include problem solving by computing,\r\nwriting pseudo-codes, problem formulation and problem solving, program development, coding, testing and debugging, fundamental programming constructs (variables, types, expressions, assignments, functions, control structures, etc.), fundamental data structures: arrays, strings and\r\nstructures, simple file processing, and basic recursion. This module is appropriate for FoE students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"nil","Preclusion":"CG1101, CS1010, CS1010FC, CS1010S, CS1101, CS1101C, CS1101S","Corequisite":"nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS1010J","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamental concepts of problem solving by computing and programming using an imperative programming language. It is the first and foremost introductory course to computing. It is also the first part of a three-part series on introductory programming and problem solving by computing, which also includes CS1020E and CS2010. Topics covered include problem solving by computing, writing pseudo-codes, basic problem formulation and problem solving, program development, coding, testing and debugging, fundamental programming constructs (variables, types, expressions, assignments, functions, control structures, etc.), fundamental data structures: arrays, strings and structures, simple file processing, and basic recursion. This module is appropriate for B.Comp.(IS) and B.Comp.(EC) students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CS1010 and its equivalents","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS1010R","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"CG1101, CS1010, CS1010E, CS1101, CS1101C, CZ1102, IT1002, Engineering students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS1010S","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamental concepts of problem solving by computing and programming using an imperative programming language. It is the first and \r\nforemost introductory course to computing and is equivalent to CS1010 and CS1010E Programming Methodology. Topics covered include problem solving by computing, writing pseudo-codes, basic problem formulation and problem solving, program development, coding, testing and debugging, fundamental programming constructs (variables, types, expressions, assignments, functions, control structures, etc.), fundamental data structures: arrays, strings and structures, simple file processing, and basic recursion. This module is appropriate for FoS students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CG1101, CS1010, CS1010E, CS1010FC, CS1101, CS1101C, CS1101S","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS1020","ModuleTitle":"Data Structures and Algorithms I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is the second part of a three-part series on introductory programming and problem solving by computing. It continues the introduction that begins in CS1010, and emphasises objectoriented programming with application to simple data structures. Topics include object-oriented problem modeling with objects, classes and methods, object-oriented problem formulation and solving, data structure implementation strageties, abstraction and encapsulation of data structures, object-oriented programming constructs, APIs and class libraries, exception handling, lists, linked lists, stacks, queues, hash tables and their algorithmic design, sorting and searching methods, recursive algorithms, and Big-O notation. This module is appropriate for SoC and FoS students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1010 Programming Methodology","Preclusion":"CS1020E, CS2020, CS2030, CS2040, CS2040C","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS1020E","ModuleTitle":"Data Structures and Algorithms I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is the second part of a three-part series on introductory programming and problem solving by computing. It continues the introduction that begins in CS1010, and emphasises objectoriented programming with application to simple data structures. Topics include object-oriented problem modeling with objects, classes and methods, object-oriented problem formulation and solving, data structure implementation strageties, abstraction and encapsulation of data structures, object-oriented programming constructs, APIs and class libraries, exception handling, lists, linked lists, stacks, queues, hash tables and their algorithmic design, sorting and searching methods, recursive algorithms, and Big-O notation. This module is appropriate for FoE students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1010E or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS1020, CS2020, CS2030, CS2040, CS2040C","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS1101S","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the concepts of programming from a functional perspective, and is perceived as the first and foremost introductory course to computing. It is the first of a two part series on introductory programming, which also includes CS1102S. This series is characterized by the use of a minimalist syntax of functional languages that enables an emphasis on fundamental programming issues. Topics covered include: overview of programming languages and compilation process, procedural abstraction, recursion, data abstraction, algorithmic strategies, higher-order functions, state mutation, evaluation strategies, debugging and testing. Module activities include lectures, recitation, tutorial and laboratory exercises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-2-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"No programming or computer science experience is required. A-level Mathematics or H2 Mathematics MA1301 or MA1301FC or MA1301X","Preclusion":"CG1101, CS1010, CS1010E, CS1010FC, CS1010S, CS1010X, CS1101, CS1101C,  Engineering students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS1231","ModuleTitle":"Discrete Structures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces mathematical tools required in the study of computer science. Topics include: (1) Logic and proof techniques: propositions, conditionals, quantifications.  (2) Relations and Functions: Equivalence relations and partitions.  Partially ordered sets.  Well-Ordering Principle. Function equality.  Boolean/identity/inverse functions.  Bijection. (3) Mathematical formulation of data models (linear model, trees, graphs). (4) Counting and Combinatoric: Pigeonhole Principle. Inclusion-Exclusion Principle.  Number of relations on a set, number of injections from one finite set to another, Diagonalisation proof: An infinite countable set has an uncountable power set; Algorithmic proof: An infinite set has a countably infinite subset.  Subsets of countable sets are countable.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"A-level Mathematics or H2 Mathematics or MA1301 or MA1301FC or MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1100","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS1231R","ModuleTitle":"Discrete Structures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"MA1100","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2010","ModuleTitle":"Data Structures and Algorithms II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is the third part of a three-part series on introductory programming and problem solving by computing. It continues the introduction in CS1010 and\r\nCS1020, and emphasises object-oriented programming with application to complex data structures. Topics covered include trees, binary search trees, order property, prefix/infix/postfix expressions, heaps, priority queues, graphs and their algorithmic design, recursive algorithms, problem formulation and problem solving with applications of complex data structures, data structure design principles and implementation strategies, and algorithm analysis. Advanced data structures such as B-trees and AVL trees are also covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1020 or CS1020E or CG1103 Data Structures and Algorithms I","Preclusion":"CS2020, CS2030, CS2040, CS2040C","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS2010R","ModuleTitle":"Data Structures and Algorithms II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"CG1102, CS1102, CS1102C, CS1102S, CS2020","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS2030","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is a follow up to CS1010. It explores two modern programming paradigms, object-oriented programming and functional programming. Through a series of integrated assignments, students will learn to develop medium-scale software programs in the order of thousands of lines of code and tens of classes using objectoriented design principles and advanced programming constructs available in the two paradigms. Topics include\r\nobjects and classes, composition, association, inheritance, interface, polymorphism, abstract classes, dynamic binding, lambda expression, effect-free programming, first class functions, closures, continuations, monad, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1010 or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS1020 or its equivalent","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2040","ModuleTitle":"Data Structures and Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the design and implementation of fundamental data structures and algorithms. The module covers basic data structures (linked lists, stacks, queues, hash tables, binary heaps, trees, and graphs), searching and sorting algorithms, and basic analysis of algorithms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1010 or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS1020, CS1020E, CS2020, CS2010","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2040C","ModuleTitle":"Data Structures and Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the design and implementation of fundamental data structures and algorithms. The module covers basic data structures (linked lists, stacks, queues, hash tables, binary heaps, trees, and graphs), searching and sorting algorithms, basic analysis of algorithms, and basic object-oriented programming concepts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1010 or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS1020, CS1020E, CS2020, CS2010, CS2040","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2100","ModuleTitle":"Computer Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to familiarise students with the fundamentals of computing devices. Through this module students will understand the basics of data representation, and how the various parts of a computer work, separately and with each other. This allows students to understand the issues in computing devices, and how these issues affect the implementation of solutions. Topics covered include data representation systems, combinational and sequential circuit design techniques, assembly language, processor execution cycles, pipelining, memory hierarchy and input/output systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-3-2","Prerequisite":"CS1010 or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS1104 or Students from Department of ECE","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2100R","ModuleTitle":"Computer Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"CS1104 or Students from Department of ECE","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2101","ModuleTitle":"Effective Communication for Computing Professionals","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip students with the skills needed to communicate technical information to technical and nontechnical audiences, and to create comprehensible software documentation. A student-centric approach will\r\nbe adopted to encourage independent and collaborative learning while engaging students in team-based projects. Students will learn interpersonal and intercultural\r\ncommunication skills as well as hone their oral and written communication skills. Assessment modes include a variety of oral and written communication tasks such as reports, software guides, oral presentations, software demonstrations and project blogs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"Students have to complete ES1000 and/or ES1102/ES1103 (if required to take the module/s) before reading this module.","Preclusion":"CS2103 Software Engineering, IS2101 Business Technical Communication or its equivalent, ES2002, ES2007S, ES2007D, CG1413, EG1413 and ES1601.","Corequisite":"Students have to read CS2103T Software Engineering at the same time as this module."},{"ModuleCode":"CS2102","ModuleTitle":"Database Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to introduce the fundamental concepts and techniques necessary for the understanding and practice of design and implementation of database applications and of the management of data with relational database management systems. The module covers practical and theoretical aspects of design with entity-relationship model, theory of functional dependencies and normalisation by decomposition in second, third and Boyce-Codd normal forms. The module covers practical and theoretical aspects of programming with SQL data definition and manipulation sublanguages, relational tuple calculus, relational domain calculus and relational algebra.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1.5-0.5-3-3","Prerequisite":"(CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or CS2030 or CS2040 or CS2040C) and (CS1231 or MA1100)","Preclusion":"CS2102S, IT2002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2102R","ModuleTitle":"Database Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to introduce the fundamental concepts and techniques necessary for the understanding and practice of design and implementation of database applications and of the management of data with relational database management systems. The module covers practical and theoretical aspects of design with entity-relationship model, theory of functional dependencies and normalisation by decomposition in second, third and Boyce-Codd normal forms. The module covers practical and theoretical aspects of programming with SQL data definition and manipulation sublanguages, relational tuple calculus, relational domain calculus and relational algebra.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"1-0-0-1-0.5","Prerequisite":"(CS1020 or its equivalent) and (CS1231 or MA1100)","Preclusion":"CS2102S, IT2002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2103","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the necessary conceptual and analytical tools for systematic and rigorous development of software systems. It covers four main areas of software development, namely object-oriented system analysis, object-oriented system modelling and design, implementation, and testing, with emphasis on system modelling and design and implementation of software modules that work cooperatively to fulfill the requirements of the system. Tools and techniques for software development, such as Unified Modelling Language (UML), program specification, and testing methods, will be taught. Major software engineering issues such as modularisation criteria, program correctness, and software quality will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020) or ((CS2030 and (CS2040 or CS2040C))","Preclusion":"CS2103T, CS2113, CS2113T","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2103R","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2103T","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the necessary conceptual and analytical tools for systematic and rigorous development of software systems. It covers four main areas of software development, namely object-oriented system analysis, object-oriented system modelling and design, implementation, and testing, with emphasis on system modelling and design and implementation of software modules that work cooperatively to fulfill the requirements of the system. Tools and techniques for software development, such as Unified Modelling Language (UML), program specification, and testing methods, will be taught. Major software engineering issues such as modularisation criteria, program correctness, and software quality will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"For SoC students only. (CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020) or (CS2030 and (CS2040 or CS2040C))","Preclusion":"CS2103, CS2113, CS2113T, IS2101 or its equivalent.","Corequisite":"Students have to read CS2101 Effective Communication for Computing Professionals at the same time as this module"},{"ModuleCode":"CS2104","ModuleTitle":"Programming Language Concepts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the concepts that serve as a basis for hundreds of programming languages. It aims to provide the students with a basic understanding and appreciation of the various essential programming-languages constructs, programming paradigms, evaluation criteria and language implementation issues. The module covers concepts from imperative, object-oriented, functional, logic, constraints, and concurrent programming. These concepts are illustrated by examples from varieties of languages such as Pascal, C, Java, Smalltalk, Scheme, Haskell, Prolog. The module also introduces various implementation issues, such as pseudo-code interpretation, static and dynamic semantics, abstract machine, type inferencing, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or CS2030 or CS2113/T","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2104R","ModuleTitle":"Programming Language Concepts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2105","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Computer Networks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide a broad introduction to computer networks and network application programming. It covers the main concepts, the fundamental principles, and the high-level workings of important protocols in each of the Internet protocol layer. Topics include the Web and Web applications, DNS services, socket programming, reliable protocols, transport and network layer protocols, secure communication, LAN, and data communication. Practical assignments and handson exercises expose students to network application programming and various networking tools and utilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or CS2030 or CS2040 or CS2040C","Preclusion":"IT2001, EE3204/E, EE4210. CEG, CPE and EEE students are not allowed to take this module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2105R","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Computer Networks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2106","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Operating Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the basic concepts in operating systems and links it with contemporary operating systems (eg. Unix/Linux and Windows). It focuses on OS structuring and architecture, processes, memory management, concurrency and file systems. Topics include kernel architecture, system calls, interrupts, models of processes, process abstraction and services, scheduling, review of physical memory and memory management hardware, kernel memory management, virtual memory and paging, caches, working set, deadlock, mutual exclusion, synchronisation mechanisms, data and metadata in file systems, directories and structure, file system abstraction and operations, OS protection mechanisms, and user authentication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-0-6","Prerequisite":"CS2100 or EE2007 or EE2024","Preclusion":"CG2271 or EE4214. CEG students are not allowed to take this module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2107","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Information Security","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module serves as an introductory module on information security. It illustrates the fundamentals of how systems fail due to malicious activities and how they can be protected. The module also places emphasis on the practices of secure programming and implementation. Topics covered include classical/historical ciphers, introduction to modern ciphers and cryptosystems, ethical, legal and organisational aspects, classic examples of direct attacks on computer systems such as input validation vulnerability, examples of other forms of attack such as social engineering/phishing attacks, and the practice of secure programming.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS1010 or its equivalence","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS2108","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Media Computing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to (i) the fundamental principles, theory, algorithms, and data structures behind digital representation, compression, synchronization, and processing of image, audio, and video data types, and (ii) challenges and issues in developing media-rich applications, such as media streaming and media retrieval. Students will be exposed to the workings of common media file format and common manipulation techniques on media data. After taking the module, students should be confident enough in developing media applications and make appropriate trade-off and design decisions when dealing in media data in their software.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or ((CS2030 or CS2113/T) and (CS2040 or CS2040C))","Preclusion":"CS3246","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2220","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Computational Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to develop flexible and logical problem solving skills, understanding of main bioinformatics problems, and appreciation of main techniques and approaches to bioinformatics. Through case studies and hands-on exercises, the student will (i) master the basic tools and approaches for analysis of DNA sequences, protein sequences, gene expression profiles, etc. (ii) understand important problems and applications of computational biology, including identifying functional features in DNA and protein sequences, predicting protein function, and deriving diagnostic models from gene expression profiles, (iii) be confident to propose new solutions to both existing and emerging problems in computational biology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or CS2040 or CS2040C","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS2309","ModuleTitle":"CS Research Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"CS2010 or CS2020 or ((CS2030 or CS2113/T) and (CS2040C or CS2040)) and (CS1231 or MA1100)","Preclusion":"CS2305S","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3103","ModuleTitle":"Computer Networks Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide an opportunity for the students to learn commonly-used network protocols in greater technical depth with their implementation details than a basic networking course. Students will perform hands-on experiments in configuring and interconnecting LANs using networking devices/technologies (e.g., routers, switches, SDN switches, and hubs), networking protocols (e.g., DHCP, DNS, RIP, OSPF, ICMP, TCP, UDP, wireless LAN, VLAN protocols, SIP, SSL, IPSec-VPN) and networking tools (e.g, tcpdump, netstat, ping, traceroute). Students will learn higher-layer network protocols and develop network applications (client/server, P2P) via socket programming.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-4-2","Prerequisite":"CS2105 Introduction to Computer Networks or EE3204/E Computer\r\nCommunication Networks I","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3201","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Project I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is the first part of a two-part series on the practice of software engineering in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). These two modules together provide the students with hands-on experience in working in project groups through a complete SDLC to develop a well-designed, welltested, large-scaled software system. This first part focuses on applying best software engineering practices on the analysis and design of software system. The students will practice analysis of user’s\r\nneeds, formulation of computing requirements to meet the user’s needs, modeling and design of the computer systems according to the requirements, and evaluation of the design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"(CS2103 or its equivalent) and (CS2101 or IS2101)","Preclusion":"CS3215","Corequisite":"CS3202 Software Engineering Project II"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3201R","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Project I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"CS3215","Corequisite":"CS3202 Software Engineering Project II"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3202","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Project II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is the second part of a two-part series on the practice of software engineering in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). These two modules together provide the students with hands-on experience in working in project groups through a complete SDLC to develop a well-tested, large-scaled software system. This second part focuses on applying best software engineering practices on the implementation and testing of the software system. The students will practice efficient implementation of software components, system integration, software version control, and rigorous testing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"CS2103 Software Engineering or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"CS3215 Software Engineering Project","Corequisite":"CS3201 Software Engineering Project I"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3202R","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Project II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"CS3215 Software Engineering Project","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3205","ModuleTitle":"Information Security Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students an active learning opportunity to work independently in a group on significant information security-related projects. Project activities can include analyzing the security requirements, designing and implementing security systems, and attacking and defending a system. Students get to apply what they learn in the classroom and gain hands-on experience on solving significant information security problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-20-0","Prerequisite":"CS3235","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3210","ModuleTitle":"Parallel Computing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to provide an introduction to the field of parallel computing with hands-on parallel programming experience on real parallel machines. The module is divided into four parts: parallel computation models and parallelism, parallel architectures, parallel algorithm design and programming, and new parallel computing models. Topics includes: theory of parallelism and models; shared-memory architectures; distributed-memory architectures; data parallel architectures; interconnection networks, topologies and basic of communication operations; principles of parallel algorithm design; performance\r\nand scalability of parallel programs, overview of new parallel computing models such as grid, cloud, GPGPU.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS2100 Computer Organisation or CG2007 Microprocessor Systems or EE2024 Programming for Computer Interfaces","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3216","ModuleTitle":"Software Product Engineering for Digital Markets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will practice software product engineering by working in small teams to develop well-tested, user-friendly, production-quality software for the real world. To support this goal, students work closely with users to understand their problems, gather their requirements, and obtain their feedback through a rapid, iterative, application design and development process. Students will also be exposed to practical issues for digital markets such as growing the user base of their application, deployment of the application on the Web or in the cloud system, and validating the UI design and UX of the application.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"CS2103 or its equivalent or with special approval from instructor. Students will submit personal statements to apply for a place in the course instead of bidding through the CORS system.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3219","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Principles and Patterns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an in-depth, hands-on experience in key aspects of software engineering that accompany the development of software. Based on proven principles and best practices, this module focuses on software architectural design from the perspective of the software process. It covers techniques for requirement elicitation and specification that provide sound base for architectural design. The module covers design decision exploration as well as patterns that explicate principles and best practices in replicable form.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS2103 or its equivalent","Preclusion":"CS3213 Software Systems Design","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3219R","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Principles and Patterns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"CS3213 Software Systems Design","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3230","ModuleTitle":"Design and Analysis of Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces different techniques of designing and analysing algorithms. Students will learn about the framework for algorithm analysis, for example, lower bound arguments, average case analysis, and the theory of NP-completeness. In addition, students are exposed to various algorithm design paradigms. The module serves two purposes: to improve the students' ability to design algorithms in different areas, and to prepare students for the study of more advanced algorithms. The module covers lower and upper bounds, recurrences, basic algorithm paradigms (such as prune-and-search, dynamic programming, branch-and-bound, graph traversal, and randomised approaches), amortized analysis, NP-completeness, and some selected advanced topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"(CS2010 or CS2020 or CS2040 or CS2040C) and (CS1231 or MA1100)","Preclusion":"EEE and CPE students can only take this module as a technical elective to satisfy the program requirements or UEM but not CFM/ULR-Breadth.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3230R","ModuleTitle":"Design and Analysis of Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read host module. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3235","ModuleTitle":"Computer Security","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide a broad understanding of computer security with some indepth discussions on selected topics in system and network security. This module covers the following topics: intrusion detection, DNS security, electronic mail security, authentication, access control, buffer overflow, memory and stack protection, selected topics in application security, for instance, web security, and well-known attacks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"(CS2105 Introduction to Computer Networks or EE3204 Computer Communications and Networks I) and (CS2106 Introduction to Operating Systems or CG2271 Realtime Operating Systems) and CS2107 Introduction to Information & System Security.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3240","ModuleTitle":"Interaction Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course is intended for students in computing and related disciplines whose work focuses on human-computer interaction issues in the design of computer systems. The course stresses the importance of user-centred design and usability in the development of computer applications and systems. Students will be taken through the analysis, design, development, and evaluation of human-computer interaction methods for computer systems. They will acquire hands-on design skills through laboratory exercises and assignments. The course also covers HCI design principles and emphasizes the importance of contextual, organisational, and social factors in system design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"(CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or CS2030 or CS2113/T); CNM students: NM2217","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3240R","ModuleTitle":"Interaction Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This 1-MC module adds a research component to the host module, enabling students to acquire more in-depth understanding of the research issues pertaining to the subject matter.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3241","ModuleTitle":"Computer Graphics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches some graphics hardware devices, reviews the mathematics related to the understanding, and discusses the fundamental areas of computer graphics. After completing the course, students are expected to understand the basic computer graphics terminology and concepts, and to be able to design and implement simple 2D and 3D interactive computer graphics related programs. As an enrichment part of the course, students are introduced the state-of-the-art development in computer graphics by viewing interesting video clips and experimenting with demo program made available in the course web.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS2010 or CS2020 or ((CS2030 or CS2113/T) and (CS2040 or CS2040C))","Preclusion":"EEE and CPE students can only take this module as a technical elective to satisfy the program requirements or UEM but not CFM/ULR-Breadth.\r\n\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS3241R","ModuleTitle":"Computer Graphics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches some graphics hardware devices, reviews the mathematics related to the understanding, and discusses the fundamental areas of computer graphics. After completing the course, students are expected to understand the basic computer graphics terminology and concepts, and to be able to design and implement simple 2D and 3D interactive computer graphics related programs. As an enrichment part of the course, students are introduced the state-of-the-art development in computer graphics by viewing interesting video clips and experimenting with demo program made available in the course web.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-0-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"Co-read with host module in current semester or pass host module in previous semester. Student selection process is enforced.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CS3244","ModuleTitle":"Machine Learning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces basic concepts and algorithms in machine learning and neural networks. The main reason for studying computational learning is to make better use of powerful computers to learn knowledge (or regularities) from the raw data. The ultimate objective is to build self-learning systems to relieve human from some of already-too-many programming tasks. At the end of the course, students are expected to be familiar with the theories and paradigms of computational learning, and capable of implementing basic learning systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS2010 or CS2020 or CS2040 or CS2040C) and (ESP1107 or ESP2107 or ST1232 or ST2131 or ST2132 or ST2334) and (MA1101R or MA1311 or MA1506) and (MA1102R or MA1505 or MA1521)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4211","ModuleTitle":"Formal Methods for Software Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Before software can be designed, its requirements must be well understood. This in turns requires a thorough understanding of the application domain. In developing domain descriptions and requirement specifications, we need to acquire and analyse domain knowledge and system requirements, transform them into domain and requirement models, and validate these models together with domain and requirement stakeholders. Once the domain and requirement descriptions are clear, a software design can be constructed to capture software architecture and components. This course will cover the principles and techniques of these three major phases of software engineering: Domain Engineering, Requirements Engineering and Software Design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS2103 or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4212","ModuleTitle":"Compiler Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to introduce the principal ideas behind program compilation, and discusses various techniques for program parsing, program analysis, program optimisation, and run-time organisation required for program execution. Topics covered include regular expressions, context-free grammars, lexical analysis, syntax analysis; different algorithms for parsing codes, such as top-down parsing, bottom-up parsing; translation to abstract syntax using modern parser generator technology, intermediate representation, semantics analysis, type system, un-optimised code generation, code optimisation, data-flow analysis, instruction scheduling.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS2104 Programming Language","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4223","ModuleTitle":"Multi-core Architectures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The world of parallel computer architecture has gone through a significant transformation in the recent years from high-end supercomputers used only for scientific applications to the multi-cores (multiple processing cores on a single chip) that are ubiquitous in mainstream computing systems including desktops, servers, and embedded systems. In the context of this exciting development, the aim of this module is to examine the design issues that are critical to modern parallel architectures. Topics include instruction-level parallelism through static and dynamic scheduling, shared memory, message-passing, and data parallel computer architectures, cache coherence protocols, hardware synchronization primitives, and memory consistency models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS2106 Operating Systems or CG2271 Realtime Operating Systems) and (CS3210 Parallel Computing or CS3220 Computer Architecture or CG3207 Computer Architecture).","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4224","ModuleTitle":"Distributed Databases","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module studies the management of data in a distributed environment. It covers the fundamental principles of distributed data management and includes distribution design, data integration, distributed query processing and optimization, distributed transaction management, and replication. It will also look at how these techniques can be adapted to support database management in emerging technologies (e.g., parallel systems, peer-to-peer systems, cloud computing).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS3223","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4226","ModuleTitle":"Internet Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to focus on advanced networking concepts pertaining to the modern Internet architecture and applications. It covers a range of topics including network performance (throughput, delay, Little’s Law and M/M/1 queuing formula), and resource allocation and buffer management (max-min fair, round-robin and RED), intra- and inter-domain routing (RIP, OSPF and BGP), congestion control and modern variations of TCP (AIMD and Cubic TCP), peer-to-peer applications and content delivery networks (BitTorrent, Skype, Akamai), and data center networking and management (SDN and OpenFlow).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"(CS2105 Introduction to Computer Networks or EE3204 Computer Communication Networks I) and (ST2334 Probability & Statistics or ST2131 Probability)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4232","ModuleTitle":"Theory of Computation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide students with a theoretical understanding of what can be computed, and an introduction to the theory of complexity. It aims to introduce (1) some standard formal models of computation so as to develop an understanding of what can or cannot be computed by various computing devices; (2) some reasoning techniques commonly used in computer science; these include model equivalence, non-determinism, digitalisation, simulation and reduction; and (3) the mathematical formulation of objects in computer science so as to study their properties.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"CS1231 or CS1231S or any level-2 MA module","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4234","ModuleTitle":"Optimisation Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module covers common algorithmic techniques for solving optimisation problems, and introduces students to approaches for finding good-enough solutions to NP-hard problems. Topics covered include linear and integer programming, network flow algorithms, local search heuristics, approximation algorithms, and randomized algorithms. Through analysis and application of the techniques to a variety of canonical problems, students develop confidence to (i) appropriately model a given optimisation problem, (ii) apply appropriate algorithmic techniques to solve the problem, (iii) analyse the properties of the problem and candidate algorithms, such as time and space complexity, convergence, approximability, and optimality bound.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MA1101R Linear Algebra I and CS3230 Design and Analysis of Algorithms","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4236","ModuleTitle":"Cryptography Theory and Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce the foundation, principles and concepts behind cryptology and the design of secure communication systems. The emphasis is on the formulation and techniques of various cryptographic primitives, and on the secure usage of such primitives to achieve the goals of confidentially, integrity, and authenticity in both theoretical settings and practical scenarios. Basic topics include pseudorandom functions, symmetric key encryption, public key encryption, message\r\nauthentication codes, hash functions, digital signatures, key exchange and PKI. Selected topics may include: secret sharing, TCP/IP security, Kerberos, SSL, trusted computing, side-channel attacks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS1231 and CS2107 and (CS2010 or CS2020 or CS2040 or CS2040C)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4238","ModuleTitle":"Computer Security Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This is a practice security module with emphasis on hands-on experiences of computer security. The objective of this module is to connect computer security knowledge to practical skills, including common attacks and protection mechanisms, system administration, and development of secured software. Topics covered include network security, operating system security, and application security, such as DNS attacks, memory-error exploits, and web application attacks. Students will learn through lab-based exercises and assignments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS3235 Computer Security","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS4239","ModuleTitle":"Software Security","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Software engineering processes need to include security considerations in the modern world. This module familiarizes students to security issues in different stages of the software life-cycle. At the end of the module, the students are expected to understand secure programming practices, be able to analyse and check for impact of malicious inputs in programs, and employ specific testing techniques which can help detect software vulnerabilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CS3235 Computer Security and (CS2103 or its equivalent)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4243","ModuleTitle":"Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"In this module, various methods for computers to understand and interpret the contents of images are investigated. The objective is to expose the students to the basic concepts underlying various computer vision techniques and the application of current techniques for problem solving. Topics covered include morphological operations, convolution and cross correlation, edge and corner detection, colour, texture, motion, image registration and mosaicking, 3D vision, camera calibration and 3D reconstruction, eigenface and pattern recognition. Laboratory exercises and projects are included for the students to solve practical problems using computer vision and image processing software packages.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or ((CS2030 or CS2113/T) and (CS2040 or CS2040C)))\nand (MA1101R or MA1506) and (MA1102R or MA1505C or MA1505 or MA1521), and (ST1232 or ST2131 or ST2334)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4246","ModuleTitle":"AI Planning and Decision Making","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the major concepts and paradigms in planning and decision making in complex environments. It examines issues, challenges, and techniques in problem representation, goal or objective specification, response selection, and action\r\nconsequence for a wide range of strategic and tactical planning and decision making situations. Topics covered include deterministic and non-deterministic planning,\r\npractical planning and acting under resource constraints and uncertainy, expected utility and rational decision making, decision networks, Markov decision processes,\r\nelementary game theory, and multi-agent planning and decision making.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"(MA2216 Probability or ST2131 Probability or ST2334 Probability and Statistics) and CS3243 Foundations of Artificial Intelligence","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CS4248","ModuleTitle":"Natural Language Processing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with computer processing of human languages, emphasizing a corpus-based empirical approach. The topics covered include: 1. Linguistic essentials. 2. Basic techniques and algorithms: Hidden Markov model, Viterbi algorithm, supervised learning algorithms. 3. Words: part-of-speech tagging. 4. Syntax: noun phrase chunking, named entity tagging, parsing (top down, bottom up, probabilistic). 5. Semantics: word sense disambiguation. 6. Pragmatics: discourse, co-reference resolution. 7. Applications: text categorisation, text summarisation, language identification, information extraction, question answering, machine translation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS3243 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence or CS3245 Information Retrieval)\r\nand (ST1232 Statistics for Life Sciences, or ST2131 Probability, or ST2334 Probability and\r\nStatistics)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS4249","ModuleTitle":"Phenomena and Theories of Human-Computer Interaction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches the underlying science of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and its application to user interface design. It surveys a wide range of  psychological theories beginning with organizational behaviour approaches, understanding of work and workflow within organizations, and moving on to understanding human psychological architecture and processing constraints. It demonstrates via a combination of scientific theory understanding and engineering modelling the solutions of design problems facing a user interface designer. It also covers new design methods and techniques available and the new conceptual mechanisms used in HCI such as the metaphors for describing user interaction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"CS3240 or NM2213 or NM2216","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"CS4350","ModuleTitle":"Game Development Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this project-based module is to provide an opportunity for the students to work in a group to design and develop a game following the main stages of game development process. The module will focus on the design of core dynamic, game mechanics, strategy, progression, balancing, game levels, interface and technical features including 3D graphics, animation, AI, physics, and networking. In addition, software engineering principles will be practised in developing the game software.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-6-2","Prerequisite":"CS3247 or NM3216","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"CS4351","ModuleTitle":"Real-Time Graphics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Real-time graphics is driving many interactive computer applications, such as 3D games, VR, 3D modelling, and data visualization. Recent rendering techniques have been heavily exploiting the powerful graphics hardware to\r\nachieve unprecedented performance and effects. In this module, students study the modern real-time rendering pipeline and GPU architecture, learn about modern and traditional real-time rendering techniques, and write\r\nshaders to implement these techniques for the GPU. The syllabus includes multiple-pass rendering; shading and reflection models; procedural texture-mapping and shading; lights and shadows; noise and natural materials;\r\nnon-photorealistic rendering; volume rendering; deferred shading; scene management; post-rendering processing; performance analysis and optimization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"CS3241 Computer Graphics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5201","ModuleTitle":"Foundation in Theoretical CS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this module is to test the students on basic concepts in theoretical computer science. In particular, the students will be tested on the following areas.\r\n\r\nA.\tDesign and Analysis of Algorithms\r\nB.\tTheory of Computation\r\nC.\tProgramming Languages\r\nD.\tLogic and Formal Systems\r\n\r\nThe respective undergraduate modules: CS3230, CS3231, CS3212, CS3234 \r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5202","ModuleTitle":"Foundation in Computer Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this module is to test the students on basic concepts in computer systems. In particular, the students will be tested on the following topics.\r\n\r\nA. Advanced Operating Systems\r\nB. Computer Networks II\r\nC. Database Management Systems\r\nD. Computer Architecture\r\n\r\nThe respective undergraduate modules:    CS3221, CS3103, CS3223, CS3220\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5219","ModuleTitle":"Automated Software Validation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The immense growth in the complexity of software has increased the scope of errors, which are often critical. The nature of these errors is diverse, resulting from the diversity of the various classes of software: sequential, multithreaded, reactive and real-time. In this course, we will study techniques for verification, run-time monitoring and debugging of software which help us to give certain guarantees against such errors. The focus will be on automated validation techniques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"CS2104 Programming Language Concepts","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5223","ModuleTitle":"Distributed Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The topic of Distributed Systems is now garnering increasing importance, especially with the advancement in technology of the Internet and WWW. The aim of this module is to provide students with basic concepts and principles of distributed operating systems, interprocess communications, distributed file systems, shared data, and the middleware approach. The module is taught in seminar style, and several case studies are included, e.g. CORBA.   Topics: Introduction - Characteristics of Distributed Systems; Process Management Communication in Distributed Systems; Distributed Synchronisation; Distributed Real-time Systems; File Systems; Naming Security; Fault Tolerant Distributed Systems; Distributed Simulation; WWW as an application of Distributed System.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS3211 Parallel and Concurrent Programming","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5228","ModuleTitle":"Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces fundamental principles behind data mining and efficient techniques for mining large databases. It provides an overview of the algorithmic aspect of data mining: its efficiency (high-dimensional database indexing, OLAP, data reduction, compression techniques) and effectiveness (machine learning involving greedy search, branch and bound, stochastic search, parameter optimisation). Efficient techniques covered include association rules mining (Apriori algorithm, correlation search, constrained association rule discovery), classifier induction (decision trees, RainForest, SLIQ; Support vector machine; Naive Bayesian; classification based on association / visualisation), cluster analysis (k-means, k-mediods, DBSCAN, OPTICS, DENCLUE, STING, CLUSEQ, ROCK etc), and outliers/deviants detection (LOF, Distance-based outlier etc).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS2102 Database Systems and (ST1232 Statistics for Life Sciences or ST2131 Probability or ST2334 Probability and Statistics) and CS3243 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5229","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Computer Networks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course covers advanced fundamental principles of computer networks and techniques for networking. The goal of this course is to teach these fundamentals/techniques that will remain important and relevant regardless of the hot topics in networks and networking. Briefly, the topics include advanced network architecture and design principles, protocol mechanisms, implementation principles and software engineering practices, network algorithmic, network simulation techniques and tools, performance analysis and measurement, and protocol specification/verification techniques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"CS4226 Internet Architecture or EE4210 Computer Communications Networks II","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5231","ModuleTitle":"Systems Security","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces fundamental notions and requirements in computer system security and the mechanisms that provide security in various systems and applications. It aims to teach students the security perspective of popular computer systems, such as desktop systems, mobile systems, and web-based systems. Its topics include software security, operating system security, mobile security, web security, trusted platforms, and auditing and forensic analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"CS3235 Computer Security","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5234","ModuleTitle":"Combinatorial and Graph Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course presents advanced material on the design and analysis of combinatorial algorithms with emphasis on efficient algorithms and data structures. This course is meant for students who intend to (i) do research in computer science in general, and algorithm design in particular, or (ii) do advanced application/software development in other areas of computer science. (It assumes that the student has already done one course on design and analysis of algorithms equivalent to CS3230.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS3230","Preclusion":"CS4234","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5239","ModuleTitle":"Computer System Performance Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide students a working knowledge of computer performance evaluation and capacity planning. They will be able to identify performance bottlenecks, to predict when performance limits of a system will be exceeded, and to characterise present and future workload to perform capacity planning activities. Topics include: performance analysis overview; measurement techniques and  tools including workload characterisation, instrumentation, benchmarking, analytical modelling techniques including operational analysis, stochastic queuing network analysis; performance of client-server architectures; capacity planning; case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(CS1020 or CS1020E or CS2020 or CS2030 or CS2113/T) and (ST1232 or ST2131 or ST2334)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5242","ModuleTitle":"Neural Networks and Deep Learning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the knowledge of deep neural network and enables them to apply deep learning methods effectively on real world problems.  The module emphasizes on the understanding of the principles of neural networks and deep learning; practical guidelines and techniques for deep learning; and their applications.  Through assignments and projects, students will design, develop, and evaluate deep learning-based solutions to practical problems, such as those in the areas of computer vision, bioinformatics, fintech, cybersecurity, and games.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"CS3244 Machine Learning","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5248","ModuleTitle":"Systems Support for Continuous Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is targeted at computer science graduate students and covers the major aspects of building streaming media applications -- from coding to transmission to playback. Issues such as transport protocols, control protocols, caching, buffering, synchronisation and adaptations will be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-6-2","Prerequisite":"CS2106 Introduction to Operating Systems and CS4226 Internet Architecture","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS5340","ModuleTitle":"Uncertainty Modelling in AI","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The module covers modelling methods that are suitable for reasoning with uncertainty. The main focus will be on probabilistic models including Bayesian networks and Markov networks. Topics include representing conditional independence, building graphical models, inference using graphical models and learning from data. Selected applications in various domains such as speech, vision, natural language processing, medical informatics, bioinformatics, data mining and others will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(ST1232 Statistics for Life Sciences or ST2131 Probability or ST2334 Probability and Statistics) and CS3243 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS6101","ModuleTitle":"Exploration of Computer Science Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces CS graduate students to various research areas in Computer Science. Study groups are organised for major research areas. Each study group provides a forum for students to read, present and discuss\r\nresearch papers, and acquire the basic research skills for literature review and critical comparison of existing work. Students will also gain a first experience in technical presentation and writing. This module will be graded as “Completed Satisfactory” or “Completed Unsatisfactory” (CS/CU).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-1-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS6202","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Topics in Programming Languages","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module discusses the contemporary concepts in the design and implementation of major programming languages and systems. It aims to provide students with advanced technical knowledge in evaluating, designing, and implementing an efficient and expressive programming language/system. Topics are selected from a group of contemporary issues that has substantial impact in the development of programming languages/systems, either in terms of performance efficiency or programming expressivity. These include, but not restricted to, computational models, program semantics, concurrency theory, garbage collection techniques, program analysis, type inference, program calculation and transformation, run-time profiling, implementation models, meta-programming.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"3211 or CS3212 or CS4212","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS6203","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Topics in Database Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the topics in data base management systems with current research and industrial interests and importance. Examples of topics include multimedia data management, object-oriented database technology, data warehousing and data mining, integration of heterogeneous and legacy systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS3223","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS6230","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Information Security","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to prepare graduate students for research and development in information security, by investigating selected topics in cryptography and information theoretic security. Selected topics may include classical issues such as provable security, design of symmetric key ciphers, and public key cryptography, as well as emerging topics, such as pairing-based cryptography, homomorphic encryption, privacy-preserving methods, information hiding, and data forensic. Other topics of current research interests may also be included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-3-5","Prerequisite":"CS4236 and CS5321","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS6234","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Algorithms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at graduate students who are doing or intend to do advanced research in algorithms design and analysis in all areas of computer science. The module covers advanced material on combinatorial and graph algorithms with emphasis on efficient algorithms, and explores their use in a variety of application areas. Topics covered include, but are not restricted to, linear programming, graph matching and network flows, approximation algorithms, randomized algorithms, online algorithms, local search algorithms, algorithms for large datasets. The module will be a seminar-based module that will expose students to current research in these areas.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"CS5234","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CS6244","ModuleTitle":"Robot Motion Planning & Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"An array of new robots with amazing capabilities appeared in the last decade, e.g., self-driving cars, humanoids, and robot vacuum cleaners. They will gradually, but surely, transform our ways of life in the near future. This course presents the key algorithmic ideas and implementation techniques that enable autonomous robot planning and control. It covers the geometric, probabilistic, and dynamic models and the associated methods commonly used in robotics. Application to related fields, such as computer animation and computation biology, will also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"CS3230 and (ST2334 or ST2131) and (MA1101R or MA1506)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CSA6101","ModuleTitle":"CULTURAL STUDIES THEORY AND ANALYSIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ARTS & SOCIAL SC.)","ModuleDescription":"This is a foundational module aimed at providing a common conceptual ground for all the candidates in the PhD programme in Cultural Studies in Asia. It examines the works of various theorists from which Cultural Studies draw its concepts and analytic frameworks. It examines how these concepts and frameworks are utilized in the analysis of particular cultural practices and interventions in contemporary societies. Students gain additional depth as they work through the concepts and frameworks in the research papers for this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"CSA6770","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all PhD candidates in Cultural Studies in Asia programme.  It is a forum for candidates to engage each other in critical discussion of their dissertation and other research projects.  Each candidate is required to present a formal research paper.  Active participation from each is expected.  The module will be graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory' on the basis of a candidate's presentation and participation in discussions throughout the semester.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DAO1704","ModuleTitle":"Decision Analytics using Spreadsheets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This module prepares students with theory and skills to capture business insights from data for decision making using spreadsheets. Practical examples and cases with rich data are used to stimulate students’ interest and\nforster understanding of the use of Business Analytics in management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DSC1007; DSC1007X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DAO1704X","ModuleTitle":"Decision Analytics using Spreadsheets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This module prepares students with theory and skills to capture business insights from data for decision making using spreadsheets. Practical examples and cases with rich data are used to stimulate students’ interest and\nforster understanding of the use of Business Analytics in management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DSC1007; DSC1007X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DE4201","ModuleTitle":"Seminars in Sustainable Cities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This elective module provides a seminar-style platform for senior undergraduate students in the School of Design and Environment to examine the concept, design,\r\ndevelopment and management of sustainable cities. The main focus is integration, and topics include the concepts of sustainable cities, frameworks for designing, developing and managing sustainable cities, city dynamics, institutional design, socio-spatial issues, energy, infrastructure management, and urban trends.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"DE5106","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Management And Assessment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"Objective - This module is an introduction to the systems and approaches used to meet the challenges of natural resource protection and conservation and the contributions that can be made to the sustainability development agenda. It provides an insight into the prediction of development impacts using assessment procedures designed to meet mandatory legal requirements. The course will include assessment methodologies used in predicting impacts and in the design of mitigation measures, and monitoring and audit processes. It will compare environmental management and assessment systems used in practice through case study research. Targeted Students - For students on the M.Sc. (Environmental Management) program. Research students and students from other graduate programmes in NUS may apply subject to suitability of candidate and availability of places.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DE5108","ModuleTitle":"STUDY REPORT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"Objective - Candidates are required to investigate a relevant topic of their choice in the field of environmental management. Targeted Students- For students on the M.Sc. 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From an expert driven blueprint to the bottom-up public engagement, there is a constant flow of data that directly and indirectly aid them in their work. This module aims to furnish students with the appropriate tools to use when dealing with qualitative data. Some of them include field study, survey and interview, questionnaire design and site inspections, which will be applicable to urban planning analyses. \r\n\r\nStudents will appreciate the discourse on quantitative versus qualitative data and the central ideas in qualitative research - appropriateness of methods and theories; perspectives of the participants and their diversity; reflexivity of the researcher and the research; variety of approaches; and methods in qualitative research. \r\n\r\nThe course emphasizes on “hands on” with actual field work forming the bulk of the learning process and provides the opportunity for students to learn to collect, analyze and present qualitative data relating to planning and urban issues. This would encourage a better appreciation of the social issues in the urban context.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"Must be taken together with DEP5101 Urban Analysis Workshop","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DEP5104","ModuleTitle":"Urban and Regional Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DEP5105","ModuleTitle":"Urban Infrastructure and Mobility Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DEP5108","ModuleTitle":"MUP Internship Module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The MUP Internship Module offers the opportunity to\ngain practical experiences in urban planning and\nresearch in a professional environment. The internship\nmust cover 2 working days (16 hours) per week during a\nperiod of 3 months. Students must participate in relevant\nplanning and/or research projects, their work must be\nsupervised and evaluated by the program director of\nMUP or an appointed tutor of the programme. For the\nevaluation, students must write a monitoring internship\nreport, in which they reflect their experiences.\nThe internship position may be self-sourced or organised\nthrough the Departments of Architecture or Real Estate.\nSelf-sourced positions have to be reviewed by the\ninternship advisor of the departments, before it can be\napproved for credits.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-16-4","Prerequisite":"The students have to clarify with the employer that the\nworking time is not in conflict with the compulsory\nmodules of the MUP programme in the related semester.\nThis condition must be supervised by the programme\ndirector or tutor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DI5100","ModuleTitle":"Dental Implantology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DENTISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The Graduate Diploma in Dental Implantology is aimed at provided a sound scientific grounding and clinical training in implant dentistry.  This course is designed mainly for practising general dental practitioners who are interested in the field of dental Implantology.\r\n\r\nThis course will be a part-time course to cater to the needs of dental practitioners who will usually only be able to emabark in part-time programmes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"2-0.4-12-5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DI5200","ModuleTitle":"Advanced General Dentistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DENTISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The Gradute Diploma in Advanced General Dentistry is a two-year part-time programme. The programme will be conducted through lectures, seminars, literature reviews, pre-clinical and clinical skills training. Candidates will attend some didactic sessions of the existing specialty programmes. Students will be expected to carry out their clinical requirements in NUS under supervision. All clinical work will be tracked through clinical log book.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"60-20-0-5-15","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSA1101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Data Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide a basic introduction to\ndata science along with real examples and case studies\nfrom both academic and industrial sources, in areas as\ndiverse as finance, biological sciences, physics and\npharmacy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-2-3","Prerequisite":"H2 pass in Mathematics or equivalent\nThis module is offered only to DSA students","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSA2101","ModuleTitle":"Essential Data Analytics Tools: Data Visualisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Data visualisation is an essential tool for data analytics.\nThis module is an introduction to data cleaning,\nexploration, analysis and visualisation. Students will learn\nhow to take raw data, extract meaningful information, use\nstatistical tools, and make visualisations. Topics include:\nprogramming in R, introduction to data storage systems,\ndata manipulation, exploratory data analysis, dimension\nreduction, statistical graphics for univariate, multivariate\n(high-dimensional), temporal and spatial data, basic design\nprinciples and critical evaluation of visual displays of data.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"DSA1101 and MA1101R and ST2131/MA2216","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSA4212","ModuleTitle":"Optimisation for Large-Scale Data-Driven Inference","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Computational optimisation is ubiquitous in statistical learning and machine learning. The module covers several current and advanced topics in optimisation, with an emphasis on efficient algorithms for solving large scale\r\ndata-driven inference problems. Topics include first and second order methods, stochastic gradient type approaches and duality principles. Many relevant examples in statistical learning and machine learning will\r\nbe covered in detail. The algorithms will be implemented using the Python programming language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"MA1101R and {MA1104 or MA2311} and ST2132","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC1007","ModuleTitle":"Business Analytics - Models & Decisions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Globalization is forcing firms to make smarter and timelier decisions to stay competitive. Increased accountability also requires Managers to rely less on their intuition and more on “System 2 thinking” i.e. facts and scientifically-tested methods to gain insights in complex business problems and thereby\r\nsubstantiate the decision-making process. Many managerial decisions, regardless of the functional orientation, are increasingly being based on\r\nanalysis using quantitative models and tools such as Decision Analysis, Simulation Modelling and Mathematical Optimization. The use of these business analytics for modelling and decisions represents the future of best practices for tomorrow’s success companies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"DSC1007X","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC1007X","ModuleTitle":"Business Analytics - Models & Decisions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Globalization is forcing firms to make smarter and timelier decisions to stay competitive. Increased accountability also requires Managers to rely less on their intuition and more on “System 2 thinking” i.e. facts and scientifically-tested methods to gain insights in complex business problems and thereby\r\nsubstantiate the decision-making process. Many managerial decisions, regardless of the functional orientation, are increasingly being based on\r\nanalysis using quantitative models and tools such as Decision Analysis, Simulation Modelling and Mathematical Optimization. The use of these business analytics for modelling and decisions represents the future of best practices for tomorrow’s success companies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"DSC1007","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC2006","ModuleTitle":"Operations Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"All manufacturing and service organisations have an operations function that is primarily responsible for the production and delivery of their products and services.  The operations function therefore not only affects final product quality but also impacts customer service and the overall competitiveness of the organisation. The objective of this course is to introduce and highlight the strategic importance of operations, and the fundamental principles and concepts of effective operations management. Students will examine how operations decisions in areas such as quality, process design, capacity and inventory can be managed, controlled and improved.  Operations in both manufacturing and service organisations will be addressed.(Although no prerequisite is stated, this module assumes prior knowledge of basic probability concepts like expected value, variance, normal distribution, and Poisson distribution. Students should ensure that they are adequately prepared for this module.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"BH2006 or BZ2003 or BK2006 or IE3120. 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This module introduces students to the fundamental\r\nconcepts of statistical inference such as confidence intervals and hypothesis testing, as well as to statistical tools useful in business analysis, such as regression analysis and time series analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"ST1131/ST1131A Introduction to Statistics, ST1232 Statistics for Life Sciences and ST2334 Probability and Statistics.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3201","ModuleTitle":"Supply Chain Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This course considers the operation of a supply chain from a managerial perspective, serving two main objectives: to provide tools for design, analysis, management and performance improvement of supply chains, and to introduce and discuss recent influential innovations in supply chain management such as B2B portals. Students will be taught to appreciate the need to balance between responsiveness and efficiency in the four major components of the chain: Inventory, Transportation, Facilities, and Information. These four components will be introduced to the students through suitable mathematical and behavioural models. It is recommended that students have some understanding of the Internet and e-business.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"DSC2006 or BH2006 or BZ2003 or BK2006","Preclusion":"BH3201 or BZ3402 or BK3505 or IE4220 or CS5262.\r\nAll Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE) students\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3202","ModuleTitle":"Purchasing And Materials Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"The primary aim of this course is to get students interested in and acquainted with the fundamental concepts, models and instruments in purchasing and materials management. Key areas like buying supplies, logistics, contracts, stock and inventory control, distribution and warehouse management will be covered. Some insights into the current developments and biggest problem areas in this field are provided. A combination of informative and interactive lectures and application-oriented case assignments will be used for the pedagogy and considerable attention is devoted to the discussion of practical / managerial issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"DSC2006 or BH2006 or BZ2003 or BK2006","Preclusion":"BH3202 or BZ3414 or BK3206","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3203","ModuleTitle":"Service Operations Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive and systematic coverage of managing operations in service or service-oriented organisations such as banks, hospitals, airlines, retail outlets, restaurants and consultant agencies. Specifically, students will focus on the problems and analysis relating to the design, planning, control and improvements of service operations.  Topics covered include service strategy, system design, location and layout of service systems, resource allocation, workshift scheduling, vehicular scheduling and routing, and service quality. This course is essential for students wishing to work in service or service-oriented environments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"DSC2006 or BH2006 or BZ2003 or BK2006","Preclusion":"BH3203 or BZ3404 or BK3501","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3214","ModuleTitle":"Introduction To Optimisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the theory, algorithms, and applications of optimisation. Optimisation methodologies include linear programming, integer programming, network optimisation, dynamic programming, and nonlinear programming. Problem formulation and interpretation of solutions will be emphasized. Throughout the course, references will be made wherever appropriate, to business applications, such as portfolio selection, options pricing, and vehicle routing. Students who are interested in computer and quantitative approaches in business will learn many useful techniques in large business system management from this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"DSC1007 or [(MA1101R or MA1311) and (MA1521 or MA1102R)]","Preclusion":"IE2110","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3215","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Models In Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to management science models that characterise random phenomena in real world applications, particularly in the field of finance and operations management. We start with elementary probabilistic models and illustrate their applications in inventory management and financial engineering. We then construct discrete Markov chain models and demonstrate their applications in managing queues and for evaluating the performance measures of queueing systems. When analytical models are inadequate for studying real world random phenomena, simulation might be a feasible approach. We will discuss several well-known methods to simulate randomness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"DSC1007/DSC1007X or ST2131 or ST2334","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3216","ModuleTitle":"Predictive Analytics in Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Managerial success rests strategically on the ability to forecast the demand for the goods and services that a firm provides. Demand forecasting drives the effective planning of the supply chain: personnel requirements, capital investment, production schedules, logistics etc.This module surveys forecasting techniques and their applications. These encompass traditional qualitative (e.g. front line intelligence, Delphi method) and quantitative techniques (e.g. regression, time series) as well as emerging techniques based on neural networks. Concepts such as trends, seasonality and business cycles will be discussed. Their value in improving forecasts will be illustrated. The module makes extensive use of software including MS Excel and dedicated forecasting packages.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC3229","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Ops & Supply Chain Mgt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for students with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. Students will be exposed to individual-based\r\nresearch and report-writing while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC4213","ModuleTitle":"Analytical Tools for Consulting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Business analysts / consultants hold strategic positions within the knowledge-based firm. They support the Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance and HR departments in refining their processes, making them more efficient, profitable and customer-centric. A 2006 Money magazine survey ranks the business analyst position among the top jobs with regards to salary, advancement prospects, satisfaction and stress level.    \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe objective of this capstone course is to prepare participants for the work environment and the diverse challenges faced by business analysts and consultants. Through the pedagogical medium of cases, participants will polish their skills in analytics and the written and oral communications of their results to a Management audience.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe course will cover topics such as Decision & Risk Analysis, Optimization, Simulation, Data Mining and Forecasting. Participants will gain extensive experience in analytical software such as Precision Tree, Solver and Evolutionary Solver, @Risk and StatTools.  Cases will highlight timely problems e.g. cash flow / revenue management, supply chain optimization, reverse auctions, staff right-sizing, outsourcing, benchmarking, CRM (e.g. customer segmentation, clustering), seasonal demand forecasting etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"DSC1007 or IE2110 or DSC3214","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC4216","ModuleTitle":"Business-driven Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"The information age has brought with it a host of new technologies - and an overabundance of choices.\r\n\r\nBusinesses are faced with myriad ways of identifying, developing or acquiring and deploying technologies.\r\n\r\nOrganisations of different sizes in different clusters will have different technology needs at various stages of their growth.\r\n\r\nDifferent types of technology bring about different types of organizational change, and managers should tailor their own roles accordingly. Technology for organisational productivity and technology to enable the organisation to create new revenue streams need to be differentiated and tackled with different methodologies.\r\n\r\nCategorizing technologies in this manner can help leaders determine which technologies and when to invest in and how they can assist organizations in making the most of them.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"DSC3201 Supply Chain Management","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC4219","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Ops & Supply Chain Mgt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA and BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for\r\nadmission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.) Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC5101","ModuleTitle":"Analytics in Managerial Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"We analyze price formation and economic performance in imperfectly competitive markets by using optimization, statistical and stochastic methods. Strategic interactions between the participants in these markets are emphasized and a theoretical framework is laid out. Theoretical models are analyzed with industry examples and datasets.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC5102","ModuleTitle":"Business Analytics Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an opportunity for teams of students to work with organizations throughout the world to identify important organizational issues, engage in data collection and analysis, and recommend insightful solutions. Through action-based learning that spans over one year, it aims to develop personal capabilities, professional competencies, and academic knowledge in a real business setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"1-0-0-7-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DSC5103","ModuleTitle":"STATISTICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DSC5211A","ModuleTitle":"Supply Chain Coordination and Risk Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ANALYTICS & OPERATIONS","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to expose students to the techniques for the design, control and operation of a robust and efficient supply chain. We will focus on two of the important topics in supply chain management: supply chain coordination and supply chain risk management. Our objective is to provide our students further understanding on these two selected topics by discussing a variety of related issues and modeling/analysis tools. We will not only introduce the students a variety of recent developments and business insights in these two topics but also teach the students how to conduct analysis to gain these insights.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"Knowledge in Operations Management and Supply Chain Management\r\nKnowledge of Calculus and Probability","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DTS5701","ModuleTitle":"LARGE SCALE SYSTEMS ENGINEERING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMASEK DEFENCE SYSTEMS INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"LARGE SCALE SYSTEMS ENGINEERING","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DTS5705","ModuleTitle":"GUIDED WEAPONS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMASEK DEFENCE SYSTEMS INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-4-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DTS5711","ModuleTitle":"Integration Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMASEK DEFENCE SYSTEMS INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-6-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DTS5712","ModuleTitle":"THESIS PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMASEK DEFENCE SYSTEMS INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-6-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DTS5715","ModuleTitle":"INFORMATION ASSURANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMASEK DEFENCE SYSTEMS INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-4-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DTS5730","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Seminar in Defence Technology and Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMASEK DEFENCE SYSTEMS INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This graduate-level module is designed to provide opportunities for the student to:\r\n- Attend seminars on defence and security-related topics delivered by external speakers\r\n- Choose a topic pertaining to defence technology and systems\r\n- Select and critically read research publications on the chosen topic\r\n- Organize and present a presentation on the chosen topic to his fellow students and interested faculty","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1.5-0-2.5-2.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DY5190","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Seminar module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DENTISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to promote a strong research culture among the research students of the Faculty of Dentistry as well as improving their communication skills through presentations and conference attendance.  It is spread over the candidature of the students and will be graded \"Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory\" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"NIL","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"DY5310","ModuleTitle":"Endodontics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE DENTAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Endodontic Residency Training Programme comprises of didactic, clinical and research components. Clinical training incorporating state-of-the-art technologies is corroborated with advanced didactic instruction in the principles of Endodontics and the basis for biomedical sciences. An array of features includes laboratory practical, seminars, lectures,literature reviews, multidisciplinary diagnostic and treatment planning sessions as well as undergraduate teaching. There may also be an opportunity for a 3-4 weeks attachment at Baylor College of Dentistry in USA for increased educational exposures.\r\n\r\nResearch is an integral part of the program and the resident is required to engage in a clinical or basic science research project. The resident is encouraged to attend conferences (both local and international) and present their research findings, conduct table-clinics, etc. at such meetings.\r\n\r\nThe main research interest of the Endodontic Residency Training Program is in the understan","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"Lectures: 450 hours, Clinics: 3150 hours, Seminars/Tutorial: 450 hours,Technique/Practical: 450 hou","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DY5320","ModuleTitle":"Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE DENTAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery programme is a three-year programme, incorporating an applied basic science component to be taken in the first year. Students with a Primary MDS or its equivalent are exempted from the Basic Science course and Examination.\r\n\r\nThe Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency programme will enable the resident to:\r\n? Acquire the widest theoretical knowledge to be competent in the foundation for the practice\r\nof Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery;\r\n? Acquire the foundation and practical experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to be competent to enter into higher specialty training;\r\n? Effectively interface with other specialties and disciplines in patients requiring interdisciplinary management, especially in head and neck conditions, orthognathic surgery, cleft lip and palate management;\r\n? Acquire the experience to carry out research projects, to critically evaluate scientific publications and to communicate clinical and research papers in journals and conference","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"Lectures: 450 hours, Clinics: 3150 hours, Seminars/Tutorial: 450 hours,Technique/Practical: 450 hou","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DY5330","ModuleTitle":"Orthodontics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE DENTAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Orthodontic Residency Training Programme is accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh to enable candidates who successfully complete the course to sit for the Membership in Orthodontics (MOrthRCS Edinburgh). This enables the acquisition, by assessment, of the Fellowship of the College of Surgeons (FDSRCS Edinburgh) after 5 further years of clinical practice as a specialist.\r\n\r\nThe curriculum follows the recommended content by the Erasmus Committee which has been accepted by the European Commissioners in Brussels as satisfying the requirements for specialist practice in Europe.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"Lectures: 450 hours, Clinics: 3150 hours, Seminars/Tutorial: 450 hours,Technique/Practical: 450 hou","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DY5340","ModuleTitle":"Periodontology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE DENTAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The 3 year Periodontology Residency course comprises didactic, clinical and research components. The course covers all aspects of Periodontology from clinical practice to applied basic sciences relevant to the discipline. The course also include a segment in implant dentistry. The programme will enable the resident to i) acquire basic and advanced clinical skills in providing periodontal care to patients presenting with a range of periodontal disease based on sound scientific principles ii) acquire basic skills in implant dentistry including maintenance and management of peri-implant diseases iii) be clinically competent in treatment planning of advanced periodontal disease with a multi-disciplinary approach iv) understand the basic concepts in research and able to carry out research independently v) critically review the literature and apply it to clinical practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DY5350","ModuleTitle":"Prosthodontics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE DENTAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The three-year Prosthodontic Residency Training Programme comprises didactic, clinical, technical and research components covering all aspects of Prosthodontics including applied basic sciences relevant to prosthodontics, advanced fixed and removable partial and complete denture prosthodontics, occlusion, TMD, dental materials science, maxillo-facial prosthodontics and dental implants. The programme will equip the resident to 1) have basic sciences education as a foundation for clinical and technical skills; 2) be proficient in diagnosis, planning and treatment of patients with exceptional prosthodontic problems including the management of patients requiring full mouth rehabilitation using fixed and removable prostheses and implant supported prostheses with an emphasis on cases requiring interdisciplinary care and coordination; 3) be proficient in laboratory technical skills sufficient to evaluate technical work, communicate effectively with technicians and be able to train others in these skills; 4) be effectively interfaced with other specialties and disciplines in the care of patients requiring interdisciplinary therapy; and 5) acquire the experience to conduct independent research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"DY5360","ModuleTitle":"Paediatric Dentistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DENTISTRY","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE DENTAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Paediatric Dentistry programme is a three-year programme, incorporating an applied basic science component to be taken in the first year. Students with a Primary MDS or its equivalent are exempted from the Basic Sciences course and Examination. \r\n\r\nThe Paediatry Dentistry residency programme will enable the resident to:\r\n- Acquire the widest theoretical knowledge to be competent in the foundation for the practice of Paediatric Dentistry;\r\n- Acquire the foundation and practical experience in Paediatric Dentistry to be competent to enter into higher specialty training;\r\n- Be proficient , competent and ethical in all aspects of dentistry for children and adolescents from birth to 18 years of age;\r\n- Acquire the experience to carry out research projects, to champion and advance paediatric dentistry efforts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EB5102","ModuleTitle":"Data Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces key data analytic algorithms and techniques used in data–rich business analytics projects. It covers comprehensive analytic techniques including basic statistical and quantitative analysis, querying and reporting techniques, and extensive data mining techniques. It is designed with a practical focus of applying these techniques to answer business questions. \r\nParticipants will learn the skills to successfully implement analytic solutions using various data analytic techniques, and develop a critical awareness of a wide range of commercial and open source business intelligence/analytics tools through the lectures and workshops.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-1-1-10-5","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EB5104","ModuleTitle":"Decision Making and Optimization","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to equip students with knowledge and skills to optimize business problems with large number of constraints and variables. Techniques, including linear programming, the transportation model, network models, goal programming, non-linear programming, and inventory models will enable students to address a wide range of applications in healthcare, logistics, defence, transportation, logistics, and economics. Students will learn how to formulate a model for the business problem, by identifying the decision variables, objective function and constraints. They will then learn how to validate their model, determine the optimal solution perform sensitivity analysis, and interpret the results, and make recommendations for decision making.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-1-1-10-5","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EB5105","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Business Analytics Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The Enterprise Business Analytics project is designed to be a building block for students to consolidate and put into practice the skills, tools and techniques they have acquired during the Masters programme. This hands-on experience will give students the opportunity to analyze the business needs of a functional area in their organization and suggest and apply Business Analytics techniques to provide business insights and identifiable benefits.\r\nThe project may take the form of a typical consulting engagement or alternatively, it may involve the experimental application and validation of a Business Analytics technology such as text mining, neural networks etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-30-0","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics\r\nEB5002 Data Analytics\r\nEB5003 Advanced Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EB5202","ModuleTitle":"Web Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces Web analytics techniques that are suitable for developing Web-based intelligent systems, optimizing website design and improving customer experience. In this course, participants will be exposed to the key concepts, techniques and practices of Web analytics. It provides an overview of three major types of Web analytics/mining tasks, i.e., usage mining, content mining and structure mining. It also illustrates various ecommerce and business intelligence applications using techniques such as user preference tracking, user profiling and personalization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-2","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EB5204","ModuleTitle":"New Media and Sentiment Mining","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The prevalence of social media has enabled normal users to openly voice their opinions and share their experiences about various products or services. These have provided businesses with additional channels to monitor and manage their reputation, increase customer engagement, and discover new opportunities.\r\nThis course introduces the concepts and techniques for opinion extraction from unstructured text and the classification of sentiment polarity. Participants will learn how to find textual sources containing expressions of opinion/sentiment, and use computerised tools to perform various sentiment analysis tasks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-2","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EB5206","ModuleTitle":"Supply Chain Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Effective logistics and supply chain management requires strategic, quantitative and tactical techniques that can be harnessed through data analytics and intelligent methods. This course introduces data analytics from the perspective of a decision support system (DSS) with emphasis on integration of information, inventory, transportation and location of material, capital and human resources.\r\nThrough a series of workshops, simulations and case studies, the course provides a tool-kit that is built on forecasting, networking and warehousing algorithms that contribute towards optimized decision making vis-à-vis cost control, operations and stakeholder relationship management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"3-1-1-3-2","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EB5207","ModuleTitle":"Service Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to gain insights into how analytic tools are transforming the conventions and practices of the tourism and hospitality industries to increase product and service differentiation. Using predictive analytics, participants will learn how to identify new selling opportunities, enhance product and service offerings, create better pricing models, and improving overall customer satisfaction and loyalty. Some key analyses include customer behaviour, campaign effectiveness, customer profitability, basket analysis, demand forecasting and churn models. Students will be lead through the various stages of analysis starting from preparation of raw data, exploratory data analysis, analytical modelling to results interpretation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-2","Prerequisite":"EB5001 Foundations of Business Analytics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC1101E","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Economic Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to some of the basic concepts, methods, and models in economics to equip the students to think economically. These tools will enable students to understand current economic issues and appreciate economics in their everyday lives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC1301, BH1005/BSP1005/BSP1703, RE1704, USE2301. All BBA, BAC, BBA(Hons) and BAC(Hons) students are not allowed to take EC1101E.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC1301","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to teach the basic principles of economics to undergraduates from non-economic majors. It introduces students to elementary microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts and provides them with an economic framework to understand the workings of individual markets, the aggregate economy, as well as international trade and finance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC1101E, BH1005/BSP1005/BSP1703, RE1704, USE2301. 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A combination of tables, figures, and simple mathematics will be used to provide the grounding in the key principles of microeconomics for further study in the economics programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"EC1101E or EC1301 or USE2301 or BSP1005/BH1005","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC2102","ModuleTitle":"Macroeconomic Analysis I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course develops the analytical tools to understand basic questions on short-run macroeconomic fluctuations, and shows how these tools can be applied to real world situations.  In the process of developing these tools, we will discuss the determinants of consumption and investment.  Next we turn to different business cycle theories.  Specifically, we study the  Keynesian, New Keynesian, Neo Classical and Real Business Cycle models, and examine their different assumptions and policy prescriptions for macroeconomic stabilization.   IS-LM and AD-AS frameworks are employed in studying some or all of these paradigms.   Finally, we evaluate the predictions of these models against business cycle facts.  We will also briefly review national income accounting and discuss some measurement issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC1101E or EC1301 or USE2301 or BSP1005 or BH2001","Preclusion":"BSP2001, BSE3701","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC2104","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Methods for Economic Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to enable students to integrate relevant basic mathematical knowhow with economic analysis. The main objective is to develop in the\r\nstudents the process skills for formulating and solving economic problems mathematically. Topics include equilibrium analysis, understanding and use of matrix algebra and differential and integral calculus in formulating and solving economic problems, comparative-static analysis, and selected optimization problems in economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EC3311, ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301 OR MA1301FC OR MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EC2204","ModuleTitle":"Financial Accounting for Economists","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course helps to let students appreciate the use of accounting in measuring the efficiency and performance of firms, and its relevance in the study of Economics. Students would be able to critically evaluate financial statements and interpret key financial ratios in the study of firms. Consequently, students would be equipped with the necessary tools to analyze and project the performance of firms in economic models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"EC1101E or EC1301 or GET1023","Preclusion":"ACC1002, ACC1002X, ACC1701","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC2303","ModuleTitle":"Foundations for Econometrics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory statistics course for economists. No prior background in statistics is needed as the course is intended to provide a rigorous statistical foundation for students who intend to study econometrics. The module begins with ways of summarizing economic data, including the use of frequency distributions and measures of central tendency and dispersion. This is followed by an initiation into the concepts of classical probability, paving the way for the important topics of random variables and probability distributions. Next, the core ideas of classical statistical inference are introduced - including sampling distributions, point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing and analysis of variance. Finally, correlation and regression analyses will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"All ST and SA modules, DSC1007 or DSC1007X, MA2216","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC2374","ModuleTitle":"Economy of Modern China I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The rise of the Chinese economy has profound impact on the world and our region. In this module, students will learn to appreciate the basic structure of China's economy by exploring its historical origins, cultural backgrounds, geographical features, and institutional evolutions. The module aims to help students develop capability of comprehending changes of economic and business environment in China and their likely implications on Southeast Asian economies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC1101E or EC1301 or BSP1005 or USE2301","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3101","ModuleTitle":"Microeconomic Analysis II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of the foundation module on microeconomics.  It is designed to equip students with the standard tools and techniques to analyze microeconomic issues and to prepare them to access higher level modules that utilize microeconomic analysis. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe module begins with a review of several foundation topics on consumer and producer theory covered in the prerequisite course, i.e. EC2101.  It then moves on to discuss the general equilibrium model, whereby consumers and producers are put together in a general equilibrium framework.  After that, it covers choice over time, i.e. inter-temporal choice and choices over different states of the world, i.e. choices under uncertainty. It then continues with game theory. This topic will be discussed extensively. Coverage will include various solution concepts for one-shot games and sequential move games.  Applications of the theory on the issues of oligopolistic competition, entry and entry prevention, and network economics will receive a great deal of attention. Finally, the module ends with the asymmetric information, i.e. moral hazard and adverse selection and its application on the internal organisation of the firm. Throughout the course, empirical observations and real-life cases pertaining to the issues discussed in this module are presented.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3102","ModuleTitle":"Macroeconomic Analysis II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course follows up on Macroeconomics I (EC2102).  We review consumption and investment theories, and study the determinants of money demand and supply.  Aggregate Supply functions under differing assumptions regarding labour-market clearing and price expectations (rational or adaptive) are derived next, and combined with the Aggregate Demand function to study policy and other effects.  We next examine the expectations-augmented Phillips Curve, and simple inflation-unemployment dynamics.  We also study further policy issues (time inconsistency, Ricardian Equivalence, profit-sharing), open-economy macroeconomics (the Mundell-Fleming model), and simple growth theory (the Solow model and the AK endogenous growth model).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2102, EC2101, AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3303","ModuleTitle":"Econometrics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a basic econometrics module that requires a background in statistical analysis similar to EC2303 Foundations for Econometrics. This module is aimed at providing a user-friendly introduction to basic econometric techniques and commercial software packages such as Eviews and Excel to carry out simple regression analyses. The major topics covered include a review of probability distributions and statistical inference, rudiments of matrix algebra, classical linear regression model with two or more variables, estimation and hypothesis testing, and violation of classical assumptions and some remedial measures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"(EC1101E or EC1301 or BSP1005) and (EC2303 or DSC1007 or DSC1007X or any ST or SA module or MA2216)","Preclusion":"ST3131","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC3304","ModuleTitle":"Econometrics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module builds upon the background provided in EC3303 Econometrics I and provides an application oriented coverage to a number of topics. The module begin with a review of the multiple regression model and moves on to topics such as autoregressive distributed lag models, micro-econometrics, panel regressions, and limited dependent variable regressions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"(EC3303 OR ST3131) AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3312","ModuleTitle":"Game Theory & Applications to Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students in economics and other social sciences to game theory, a theory of interactive decision making. This module provides students with the basic solution concepts for different types of non-cooperative games, including static and dynamic games under complete and incomplete information. The basic solution concepts that this module covers are Nash equilibrium, subgame perfect equilibrium, Bayesian equilibrium, and perfect Bayesian equilibrium. This module emphasizes the applications of game theory to economics, such as duopolies, auctions, and bargaining.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 and (EC2104 or any MA module that is not MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X or MA1311 or MA1312 or MA1421)","Preclusion":"MA4264","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3314","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The module continues from EC2104. Topics include more advanced mathematical tools and techniques for economic analysis such as static optimization and comparative statics, dynamic systems and dynamic optimization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"(EC2104 or MA1101R or MA1102R or MA1505 or MA1506 or MA1507 or MA1508) and (EC2101 and EC2102)","Preclusion":"EC3311, B.Eng. degree students, and students who major in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC3322","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Organisation I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course considers the behaviour of firms in a market economy. It has two parts. One - the basic theory part - considers how firms behave under different market structures. The other part is policy-oriented. It applies tools from the basic theory part to everyday problems and scenarios and tries to assess market efficiency and effects of possible intervention by the government or regulatory agencies. The two parts proceed simultaneously. Real-life problems or scenarios are introduced and while discussing them the required theory is developed. Students must be able to take derivatives and solve optimization problems and think critically in a logical manner.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3332","ModuleTitle":"Money and Banking I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the economic analysis of the following: (1) the structure and role of financial institutions, (2) tools and conduct of monetary policy, including monetary theory. Topics include the role of money, debt and equity; financial institutions and markets; regulation; financial crises; interest rates; commercial bank operations; the money supply process; theories of money demand; conduct of monetary policy and its role in different macroeconomic frameworks: international role of money; monetary policy in Singapore. As financial activities and events affect our everyday lives, this course should be of interest to a wide variety of students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2102 AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3333","ModuleTitle":"Financial Economics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to certain areas of financial economics. It attempts to develop a theoretical foundation for choice under uncertainty, portfolio analysis and equilibrium asset pricing models. A considerable portion of the course will also be devoted to the fixed-income securities and derivative securities. Since this is an economics course in a liberal arts and sciences setting, we will emphasize economic concepts whenever possible, and spend time on the intellectual and economic development of investment analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 AND (EC2102 OR BSP2001) AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3342","ModuleTitle":"International Trade I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"International trade is about how nations interact through trade of goods and services. This module focuses on the real transactions across borders (i.e., those transactions that involve a physical movement of goods or a tangible commitment of economic resources), such as the pattern of trade, gains from trade, and trade volume.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 and EC2102","Preclusion":"EC3341","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3343","ModuleTitle":"International Finance I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the theory and practice of international macroeconomics and finance. The objective of this module is to give students a\r\ntheoretical framework to think about a wide variety of current issues in international finance: current account deficit, global imbalances, exchange rate\r\ndetermination, monetary policy in an open economy setting, and global financial crisis in 2008.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 and EC2102","Preclusion":"EC3341","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3351","ModuleTitle":"Public Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an introduction to the economic analysis of the government sector using microeconomic tools. Principles and policies concerning both taxation and expenditure are covered. In particular, the effects of various fiscal arrangements on efficiency in resource allocation and on equity are analysed. The focus is on developing analytical tools to evaluate public policy proposals, particularly as they relate to Singapore's budgetary process.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3361","ModuleTitle":"Labour Economics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module employs the analytical tools of economics to provide a better understanding of the workings and outcomes of labour markets. It applies economic theory to analyze and predict the behaviour of and relationship between labour market participants; to understand the causes of important labour market trends and developments; and to discuss and evaluate policies affecting labour services. Major topics covered include the theory of individual labour supply, labour demand, economics of education, training and migration, trade unions and collective bargaining, economics of personnel, pay determination and productivity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EC2101, (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421), AND EC3303","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3371","ModuleTitle":"Development Economics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to the economics of developing countries. The first three lectures will focus on principles and concepts of development. The second part of the module will provide an overview of theories of development. The third part will examine development strategies and policies designed to address issues of growth and development and will, in this instance, focus on the development experiences of selected Asia-Pacific economies. This segment of the module will provide students with an appreciation of the development problems, possibilities and prospects in these regional economies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"\"EC2101, (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421), AND EC3303\"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3373","ModuleTitle":"Asean Economies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module analyses the economic development experiences of the ASEAN economies in post-war years with emphasis on the role of ASEAN economic cooperation. Major topics covered include agricultural and rural development, industrialisation, international trade, resource transfers, development of local capital, ASEAN's international economic relations and future prospects for ASEAN growth and economic cooperation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101","Preclusion":"EC3375, EC3376, EU3214","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3381","ModuleTitle":"Urban Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The module provides students with a general knowledge on various aspects of urban economics. It uses microeconomic analysis to explain why cities exits, where they develop, how they grow, and how different activities are arranged within cities. Models of firm, industrial and household location decisions will form the basis in analysing urban land use patterns and trends. Other topics covered include housing markets, the role of the government in the urban economy, and urban transportation. The module is for students with strong microeconomic background and with interest in urban economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101 AND (EC2104 OR ANY MA MODULE THAT IS NOT MA1301/MA1301FC/MA1301X OR MA1311 OR MA1312 OR MA1421)","Preclusion":"RE2102, RE2705","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3383","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The economic causes of environmental and resource problems are a major theme of the module. Economic theory is applied to environmental questions associated with resource exploitation; the problem of externalities and their management through various economic institutions, economic incentives and other instruments and policies. Means of analysing the economic implications of environmental policy are also discussed as well as the valuation of environmental quality, assessment of environmental damages, and tools needed for the evaluation of projects such as cost-benefit analysis, and environmental impact assessments. Selected topics on international environmental issues will also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC2101","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4301","ModuleTitle":"Microeconomic Analysis III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this course is to provide students with a sound understanding of modern microeconomic theory. The first half of the course introduces the fundamental tools of microeconomic analysis. It covers consumer theory, firm theory, and general equilibrium. The second half consists of introduction to a number of topics which signify the recent development in microeconomics. These topics include decisions under uncertainty and asymmetric information, and non-cooperative game theory and its applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track . Min avg grade point for EC3101 and EC3102 together of 4.00. Note: If student do not have the current pre-requisites for EC4301/EC4101 and EC4302/EC4102 but have: 1. passed at least 14 EC modules (or 56MCs) (inclusive of EC3101 and EC3102, and; 2. obtained an SJAP (avg grade of all EC modules) of at least 3.50, then student may submit an appeal for the prerequisite waiver using CORS.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. Min avg grade point for EC3101 and EC3102 together of 4.00. Note: If student do not have the current pre-requisites for EC4301/EC4101 and EC4302/EC4102 but have: 1. passed at least 14 EC modules (or 56MCs) (inclusive of EC3101 and EC3102, and; 2. obtained an SJAP (avg grade of all EC modules) of at least 3.50, then student may submit an appeal for the prerequisite waiver using CORS.","Preclusion":"EC4101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4302","ModuleTitle":"Macroeconomic Analysis III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is divided into two sections; long- and short- run macro-economic analysis.  In the first section, we shall discuss various theories of economic growth using inter-temporal optimization models, which include neo-classical growth models and overlapping-generations models. In the second section, we shall add stochastic elements to the standard neo-classical growth model and use it to study business cycles. Our focus will be to highlight the similarities and differences between the Real Business Cycle and New-Keynesian Models. This course is suitable for students intending to pursue graduate studies or quantitative research (in ministries, statutory boards, etc.) in Economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track . Min avg grade point for EC3101 and EC3102 together of 4.00. Note: If student do not have the current pre-requisites for EC4301/EC4101 and EC4302/EC4102 but have: 1. passed at least 14 EC modules (or 56MCs) (inclusive of EC3101 and EC3102, and; 2. obtained an SJAP (avg grade of all EC modules) of at least 3.50, then student may submit an appeal for the prerequisite waiver using CORS.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. Min avg grade point for EC3101 and EC3102 together of 4.00. Note: If student do not have the current pre-requisites for EC4301/EC4101 and EC4302/EC4102 but have: 1. passed at least 14 EC modules (or 56MCs) (inclusive of EC3101 and EC3102, and; 2. obtained an SJAP (avg grade of all EC modules) of at least 3.50, then student may submit an appeal for the prerequisite waiver using CORS.","Preclusion":"EC4102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4303","ModuleTitle":"Econometrics III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at consolidating what was covered in Econometrics I and II and provide a reasonable training in econometric theory and sound empirical analyses. In addition the module will cover non-linear models, time series econometrics (including cointegration and error correction models), simultaneous equations models and more on other topics such as microeconometrics. The module will be highly useful for honours theses that deal with applied problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3304.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3304","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4304","ModuleTitle":"Economic and Financial Forecasting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module studies techniques for forecasting, evaluating forecast performance and associated uncertainty, and comparing and combining forecasts that are tailored to the typical characteristics of economic and financial data. The emphasis is put on application of these techniques to forecasting real world data using a popular software package such as Stata or EViews.  ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3303 and EC3304.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3303 and EC3304","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4305","ModuleTitle":"Applied Econometrics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module covers applied econometrics topics that are useful for policy. The aim is to introduce statistical methods to measure the causal impact of policy and provide firm foundations under which policy evaluation is valid. Fields for which the methods can apply includes economics of education, labour economics and development economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3304\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3304","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4306","ModuleTitle":"Applied Microeconomic Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The module covers selected topics including economics of asymmetric information, auction and mechanism design, and matching and market design. The module will focus on delivering the economic insights and minimize the use of mathematical tools. Emphasis will be placed on main applications such as design of efficient and revenue-maximizing auctions, design of stable school choice mechanisms, and design of efficient and optimal contracts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101","Preclusion":"EC4101 and EC4301","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4307","ModuleTitle":"Issues in Macroeconomics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module draws on the tools of macro-economic\r\nanalysis developed in EC2102 and EC3102. It applies the\r\ntools to understand the classic and contemporary macroeconomic problems and policies The first half of the semester will be devoted to a quick review of important tools of Macroeconomic analysis. The second half will employ the tools to analyse significant historical as well as contemporary macroeconomic events.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3102\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3102","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4324","ModuleTitle":"Economics of Competition Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module studies antitrust and competition policy: the economic analysis of firms acting \"anticompetitively\" and how competition authorities might respond to their actions. It draws on the study of industrial organization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and (EC3312 or EC3322).\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and (EC3312 or EC3322).","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4332","ModuleTitle":"Money and Banking II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Topics include recent developments in monetary theory and policies, rational expectations, demand for money-econometric analysis and empirical studies, the role of money in general equilibrium, a framework for the determination of money supply, issues in monetary policy such as money neutrality, rules versus discretion, policy credibility, exchange rate determination, monetary policy co-ordination, theories of interest rate determination and structure, credit rationing, issues in bank management, financial markets and instruments, bank regulations, internationalization of banking, and monetary policy and foreign exchange management in Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3332.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3332.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4333","ModuleTitle":"Financial Economics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The module provides an in-depth analysis of the theories and models that are essential to the understanding of financial decision making. The course covers topics on decision making under certainty and uncertainty, no-arbitrage pricing theory, mean-variance portfolio selection theory, capital asset pricing model, efficient market hypothesis, mathematics of derivative securities, pricing theory and applications of contingent claims such as standard options, mortgage-backed securities and interest-rate instruments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.  EC3101, EC3102 and EC3333 \r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.  EC3101, EC3102 and EC3333","Preclusion":"MA3245 and MA4269","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4334","ModuleTitle":"Financial Market Microstructure","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Market microstructure studies how trading takes place in financial markets. The module will cover theoretical models and the associated empirical analysis employing game theory and econometric theory. We first analyse the movement of security prices by time series models. Second, we investigate various trading strategies adopted by market participants. We then examine three main types of theoretical models of trading: inventory models, sequential trading models, and strategic trading models. Finally, we study how trading rules and institutional details may lead to different trading processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3304, and EC3333\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3304, and EC3333","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4342","ModuleTitle":"International Trade II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course applies some of the 'core' theory from the pure theory of trade and international finance to some topics of interest in the international arena. Topics might include: the gains from trade revisited, endogenous growth and trade policy, the 'new' protectionism, multinational corporations and the transfer of technology, the 'new' regionalism, reforming the international financial architecture, predicting exchange rates movements, coping with international capital flows, the prospects for monetary integration in Asia, international money, the euro, and the internationalisation of the Singapore dollar, the international debt problem.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3341.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and (EC3341 or EC3342).","Preclusion":"EC4341","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4343","ModuleTitle":"International Finance II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The International Monetary System is the worldwide framework that facilitates cross-border flows of financial capital to finance investment and trade. Today’s system traces its roots to the late 19th century. Before World War I, major currencies were tied to gold, implying a system of fixed exchange rates without room for independent monetary policy. Today no major currency is tied to gold, and monetary policy is independent. Employing the tools presented in International Finance I, the course discusses how the system has operated throughout time and why it changed. The discussions are embedded in the economic context of the times.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3341.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and (EC3341 or EC3343).","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EC4351","ModuleTitle":"Public Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an in depth analysis of the latest development in public sector economics. The macroeconomic consequences of the microeconomic impacts of taxation, expenditures and financing schemes are analyzed. It also covers contemporary topics such as fiscal policy and ageing, social security and intergenerational transfers.  Students are also exposed to research methodologies and empirical studies involving computable general equilibrium modelling and generational accounting. Students taking this module are expected to have some basic knowledge of public finance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5.","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.  EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3351\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\nEC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3351","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC4352","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Economy: Practice and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"A compulsory honours module that covers the application of macro and micro economics to address practical real world economic questions facing Singapore. It makes use of a wide range of advanced economic tools and approaches, and shows how to apply these to practical issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 onwards: Completed 110MCs including 60MCs in EC, with minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3303","Preclusion":"EC4103","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EC4361","ModuleTitle":"Labour Economics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides advanced analyses of labour economics and industrial relations topics. Labour economics topics include the study of orthodox and contemporary wage theories, theories of discrimination, economics of migration, manpower policy, and recent developments in labour market theories such as job search theory, implicit contracts, efficiency wage and insider-outside models. On industrial relations, the role of various labour market institutions, important labour laws and current labour and industrial relations issues will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3361.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, EC3303, and EC3361.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EC4372","ModuleTitle":"Technology and Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip students with comprehensive understanding of the nexus between technology, innovation and economy. It deals with major theories of 'technology economics' and attempts to synthesise them with historical and comparative perspective. An emphasis is placed on methodology due to the interdisciplinary characteristics of the subject. Some questions to be explored include: (1) major characteristics of technological change, (2) impacts of technical changes on the economy, (3) competitive strategies of firms and nations in coping with technological changes, (4) globalisation of production and R&D networks, (5) comparison of national innovation systems of East Asian countries, (6) Singapore's future in technological development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3303.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3303.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC4394","ModuleTitle":"Behavioural Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to Behavioural Economics, a relatively new field of economics. It is based on the belief that economists should aspire to making assumptions about humans that are as realistic as possible. Specifically, it tries to incorporate into economics the insights of other social sciences, especially psychology and sociology. In this course, we will be looking at models with precisely formulated assumptions and thinking about the careful empirical testing of both the assumptions and the conclusions.  The course will be weighted more towards the empirical parts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and (EC3303 or ST3131).\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and (EC3303 or ST3131).","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4396","ModuleTitle":"Economic Analysis of Law II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is the second module in a sequence of two modules in the Economic Analysis of Law. In this module, the students are introduced to the efficiency issues in common law; the economics of public law, such as competition and regulatory policies; the economics of constitutional law and public choice, such as the theory of the state, democracy and social welfare, rent seeking and legislation, and cost-benefit analysis; and some other topics, such as family law, environmental law, and discrimination law.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3396.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3396.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4398","ModuleTitle":"Economics of Inequality","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module analyses inequality within a country, across countries, and across generations. We will study mechanisms of inequality such as discrimination and segregation. We will also investigate the role of institutions in creating and perpetuating inequality. Finally, we will examine social mobility.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-4.75-4.75","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3304\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 and after: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101, EC3102, and EC3304","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"For this module, students are required to write a scholarly report of not\r\nmore than 40 typed pages (including bibliography and appendices) on current economic issues, or on theory or methodology in economics based on their research.Please register EC4401 manually with the Department. Please refer to\r\nhttp://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ecs/ for more information on the EC major requirement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\n(1) Completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50\n(2) Passed EC4301/EC4101 or EC4302/EC4102.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"EC4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, with 60 MCs in EC that include EC4301/EC4101 or EC4302/EC4102, and with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, with 60 MCs in EC, and with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, with 44 MCs in EC, and with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"EC4401 or EC4401S","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4880","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to cover selected topics in economics. The topics covered will be dependent on the interest and specialities of regular or visiting staff in the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101 and EC3102.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101 and EC3102.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC4880A","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Economics: Economics of Careers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module uses microeconomics to study the economics of careers, focusing on university graduates. It will include discussions of occupational choice, investment in human capital, gender considerations, inter-firm mobility, mobility in hierarchies, team production and matching, specialization and the division of labor, cognitive versus communication skills, incentives, commitment and meetings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. EC3101 and EC3303. \n\nCohort 2012 and after: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. EC3101 and EC3303.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC5101","ModuleTitle":"MICROECONOMIC THEORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this course is to provide students with a sound understanding of modern microeconomic theory. Microeconomic theory is concerned with the behaviour of individual economic agents such as individual people, households, firms and single industries. The course presents a rigorous treatment of the principles governing individual behaviour and an introduction to general equilibrium analysis. Other topics that will be covered include game theory, information economics, and welfare economics. Knowledge of basic mathematics is necessary. This includes equations, coordinate geometry, functions of several variables, real analysis, calculus, and vector algebra.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5101R","ModuleTitle":"MICROECONOMIC THEORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this course is to provide students with a sound understanding of modern microeconomic theory. Microeconomic theory is concerned with the behaviour of individual economic agents such as individual people, households, firms and single industries. The course presents a rigorous treatment of the principles governing individual behaviour and an introduction to general equilibrium analysis. Other topics that will be covered include game theory, information economics, and welfare economics. Knowledge of basic mathematics is necessary. This includes equations, coordinate geometry, functions of several variables, real analysis, calculus, and vector algebra.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5102","ModuleTitle":"MACROECONOMIC THEORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to provide modern macroeconomic models which are essential in the study of economics at the graduate level. Three main parts of the course are growth theory, business cycle models, and the investigations of certain components in the aggregate demand. Topics under each part are wide-ranging: the Solow model, the infinite horizon model, overlapping generations model, and endogenous growth models are covered for the growth part. The business cycle models deal with real business cycles, the Lucas model, and New Keynesian models. Finally, consumption, consumption-based asset pricing models and investment are studied for the aggregate demand components.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5102R","ModuleTitle":"MACROECONOMIC THEORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to provide modern macroeconomic models which are essential in the study of economics at the graduate level. Three main parts of the course are growth theory, business cycle models, and the investigations of certain components in the aggregate demand. Topics under each part are wide-ranging: the Solow model, the infinite horizon model, overlapping generations model, and endogenous growth models are covered for the growth part. The business cycle models deal with real business cycles, the Lucas model, and New Keynesian models. Finally, consumption, consumption-based asset pricing models and investment are studied for the aggregate demand components.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5103","ModuleTitle":"ECONOMETRIC MODELLING AND APPLICATIONS I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory level core module for graduate students. Students are required to have a background knowledge in econometrics at least at the level of EC3304 Econometrics II. Students who do not have this background will be advised to take EC3304 first as an additional module which will not be counted towards CAP. The broad topics covered include mathematical and statistical pre-requisites (matrix algebra and statistical inference), standard regression analysis (OLS, GLS, IV, ML, SUR techniques), and applications oriented topics on cointegration, panel data, and limited dependent variable models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC5253/EC5304/ECA5103","Preclusion":"EC5154","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EC5103R","ModuleTitle":"ECONOMETRIC MODELLING AND APPLICATIONS I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory level core module for graduate students. Students are required to have a background knowledge in econometrics at least at the level of EC3304 Econometrics II. Students who do not have this background will be advised to take EC3304 first as an additional module which will not be counted towards CAP. The broad topics covered include mathematical and statistical pre-requisites (matrix algebra and statistical inference), standard regression analysis (OLS, GLS, IV, ML, SUR techniques), and applications oriented topics on cointegration, panel data, and limited dependent variable models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC5253/EC5304/ECA5103","Preclusion":"EC5154","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5104","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The main purpose of this module is to provide students with a systematic exposition of certain advanced mathematical techniques and to relate them to the various types of economic theories and analyses in such a way that the mutual relevance of the two disciplines is clearly brought out. Basically, the module is divided into 5 major parts: (a) static analysis, (b) comparative static analysis, (c) dynamic analysis, (d) optimization problems and mathematical programming, and (e) welfare economics. The mathematical tools appropriate for each are then introduced in due order within the economic framework of each topic. The module is expected to provide students with a clear understanding of the numerous existing economic models, including models of the market, of the firm, and of the consumer, national income models, input-output models, and models of economic growth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5210 and EC5311","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5104R","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Mathematical Economics","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC5210, EC5311","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5322","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this course is to make in-depth analysis and understand various theoretical issues of modern industrial organisation. The approach of this course is game theoretic. In the beginning, basic concepts of non-cooperative game theory are reviewed in detail. This lays the foundation to study various applications of game theoretic models in the field of industrial organisation. The course is aimed for Masters' students and researchers in Economics interested in the area of Industrial Organisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5215, EC5268","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5322R","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Industrial Organisation","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC5215, EC5268","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5332","ModuleTitle":"Money & Banking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"EC5332 is a first year graduate course on money, banking and financial markets.  Topics covered include central banking and monetary policy, prudential supervision, financial markets and stochastic processes, the banking industry in South-East Asia, the role of price expectations, and modern theories of money, inflation, interest rates and the exchange rate.  An important part of the course is the discussion of selected academic articles, with emphasis placed on the motivation and techniques underlying the theoretical and empirical work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5208","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5332R","ModuleTitle":"Money & Banking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Money & Banking","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC5208","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5342","ModuleTitle":"International Trade","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course surveys and studies the various theories of international trade and applies them to the analysis of current trade problems.  The topics covered include theories explaining trade patterns, the effect of trade on national welfare and welfare of groups within a country, trade policy, international economic integration and so on.  The target group of students are those who had background in economics and would like to have more in-depth knowledge of trade theories and current trade problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Undergraduate major in Economics","Preclusion":"EC5265, IZ5202. Students who have already taken (or concurrently taking) courses in International Economics at the graduate level should not take this course, since there may be considerable overlapping of material.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5342R","ModuleTitle":"International Trade","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course surveys and studies the various theories of international trade and applies them to the analysis of current trade problems.  The topics covered include theories explaining trade patterns, the effect of trade on national welfare and welfare of groups within a country, trade policy, international economic integration and so on.  The target group of students are those who had background in economics and would like to have more in-depth knowledge of trade theories and current trade problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Undergraduate major in Economics","Preclusion":"EC5265, IZ5202. Students who have already taken (or concurrently taking) courses in International Economics at the graduate level should not take this course, since there may be considerable overlapping of material.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5361","ModuleTitle":"LABOUR ECONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Labour economics is a major area in economics and its importance to the Singapore economy need not be overemphasized. It is one of the largest and essential fields in economics. It studies the decision of everyday life, especially how people earn a living. It helps students to construct logical, internally consistent arguments concerning economic variables, and apply constructed models into real world. The module is offered in all U.S. top economics department. We would be able to fill the gap by offering the module to our graduate students. These courses cater to both coursework students and masters and PhD students who want do their research in labor related topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC5361R","ModuleTitle":"LABOUR ECONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"Labour economics is a major area in economics and its importance to the Singapore economy need not be overemphasized. It is one of the largest and essential fields in economics. It studies the decision of everyday life, especially how people earn a living. It helps students to construct logical, internally consistent arguments concerning economic variables, and apply constructed models into real world. The module is offered in all U.S. top economics department. We would be able to fill the gap by offering the module to our graduate students. These courses cater to both coursework students and masters and PhD students who want do their research in labor related topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EC6770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters or more and will be graded "Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5101","ModuleTitle":"MICROECONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to provide students with a sound understanding of modern microeconomic theory. It will cover the aspects of microeconomic theory that are required to analyse contemporary economics issues and to create new models to explain the behaviour of individuals, firms, and markets, and to evaluate economic policies. The topics will include consumer and producer theories, analysis of risk and uncertainty, game theory and its applications in economics, general equilibrium, market failure and welfare economics. The course considers the problem of incomplete and asymmetric information in market interactions, including the issues of moral hazard, adverse selection, and signaling. The impact of government policies on economic activities will also be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5151, EC5101A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5102","ModuleTitle":"MACROECONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This subject covers topics in modern Macroeconomic Theory and Policy at the advanced level. The emphasis will be laid on recent advances in the theories about long-term growth and short-term business cycle, and in the related empirical and policy debates. The growth theory includes neoclassical growth models (particularly the Ramsey and overlapping-generations models), and various endogenous growth models with knowledge spillovers, human capital and R&D investment. We also consider income distribution, convergence, income ranking, and population ageing in the growth models. The business cycle theory includes the real-business cycle model and various New Keynesian models. The policy issues include national debt, social security, and monetary policies. It helps students understand the frontier debates in macroeconomics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5152, EC5102A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5103","ModuleTitle":"QUANTITATIVE & COMPUTING METHODS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an applications-oriented introductory level module for students who do not have a sufficient training in econometrics. Students who have already completed modules at this level can opt for higher level econometric modules.  Students will be provided with hands-on training in computer software such as SAS, EViews and Excel. The module covers probability distributions and statistical inference, matrix algebra, simple and multiple linear regression models, diagnostic testing, dummy variable regressions, time series econometrics including cointegration and error correction models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5253, EC5304","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5333","ModuleTitle":"FINANCIAL MARKETS & PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is to offer a broad overview of financial assets traded in the money, options, and stock markets. It includes valuation of bonds and securities, analysis of options and futures contracts, asset pricing models and some applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5274/EC5333. In addition, candidates who have passed EC4209/EC4333 or its equivalent may, with the approval of the Head of the Department, be exempted to read module EC5274/ECA5333. For these candidates, the requirements of EC5274/ECA5333 as a prerequisite for other modules will then be waived. ","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5334","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE FINANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a theoretical and practical treatment of corporate financial theory for students who have completed an introductory course in financial economics. Topics covered in this course will include: an overview of financial management; comparisons of financial and real investment; capital budgeting and valuing real assets and real options; risk and return of assets; capital structure and dividend policy, and mergers and acquisitions; applications of portfolio management techniques in corporate finance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EC5274/EC5333/ECA5333","Preclusion":"EC5269/EC5334","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5335","ModuleTitle":"DERIVATIVE SECURITIES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The module provides an in-depth analysis of the theories and models that are essential to the understanding of contingent claims.   The course covers topics on mathematics of financial derivatives, stochastic models of securities price movements, Black-Scholes analysis and risk-neutral valuation, analytical and numerical procedures for various option-embedded products.  Students taking this module are expected to have some basic knowledge of options and futures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5260","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5371","ModuleTitle":"ECONOMIC GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This graduate module on economic growth and development is organised into three parts. Part 1 will survey alternative theories and approaches to economic growth and development. Part 2 will focus on development problems and strategies planning to poverty and income distribution, unemployment and rural-urban migration, agriculture, industry, trade and foreign resources. Part 3 will offer analysis of the development experiences of selected countries in ASEAN and East Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EC5262, EC5263, IZ5201, EC5371","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5374","ModuleTitle":"THE MODERN CHINESE ECONOMY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with a basic understanding of the contemporary Chinese economic system and an analytical framework for the study of the modern Chinese economy. Through lecturing and class discussions on the literature, the students will develop the ability to comprehend the major theoretical and policy issues in China's economic development and transformation. They will also attain confidence in applying theoretical-quantitative approaches to the analysis of these issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"ECA5101/EC5101A/EC5151 or EC5101 or EC4101/EC4151 or EC5102 or ECA5103/EC5304/EC5253 or EC4152/EC4102","Preclusion":"EC5271, EC5374","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5375","ModuleTitle":"Economic Growth in East Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to enhance understanding of economic growth by analysing the experience of East Asian countries.  By looking at both common and specific factors across the countries and related theoretical issues, it attempts to provide students with both analytical and realistic view on development process.  The major topics include catching-up debate, comparisons of Asian models, the role of the state, industrial and trade policy, foreign direct investment, globalisation, and the Asian financial crisis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EC5266, IZ5212","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ECA5880","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Applied Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this module is designed to help students become comfortable and creative as economic researchers and modelers. The course teaches both the principles of microeconomic theory and the fundamental concepts in the various fields of applied microeconomics, such as health economics, public economics and labour economics. Students will learn how to use various\r\neconomic tools to predict how various parties might respond to changes in public policies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE1001E","ModuleTitle":"Emerging Technologies in Electrical Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to contemporary issues, emerging technologies and new frontiers in electrical engineering. It serves to demonstrate to students how the EE curriculum is designed to address these aspects via a top-down approach. The module consists of 5 distinct parts of approximately 6  hour lectures and integrated with some self-learning activities. Each part focuses on each of the following areas / topics:\n\n•\tCommunications and Networking\n•\tControl and Energy Systems\n•\tMicro / nanoelectronics\n•\tMultimedia Signal Processing\n•\tGrand challenges for engineering – the role of EE \n\nThe lectures will be conducted by a group of faculty members who are experts in the respective areas. Although the lectures are meant to focus on contemporary issues and emerging technologies, an appropriate level of historical perspective will be used to demonstrate how each subfield has evolved from the traditional areas of EE so that students can see both the connections between different areas and the driving force behind the rapid development and expansion of EE in the last few decades. Prior to this series of lectures focusing on specific areas, a detailed introduction of the EE curriculum will also be  given in the first lecture. The philosophy underpinning the curriculum and its strength and constraints will be highlighted. The module will conclude with student presentations on a topic in an area of their  interest. Students are assessed through assignments, reports and presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TEE1001","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2011","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Electromagnetics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Electromagnetic (EM) and transmission line theory is essential in all disciplines of electrical and computer engineering.  EM theory is the fundamental basis for understanding transmission lines and electrical energy transmission. To understand and solve EM and transmission line problems encountered in electrical and computer engineering, rigorous analytical methods are required. At the end of this module, in addition to being able to solve EM and transmission line problems, the student will be able to design transmission line circuits, design electrical elements with lumped behaviour, and mitigate EM interference.  To enhance understanding, case studies and computer visualisation tools will be used.   Topics covered: Static electric and magnetic fields. Maxwell's equations. Electromagnetic waves: plane-wave propagation, behaviour at interface between media, shielding, electromagnetic compatability. Transmission lines. Impedance matching. Radiation.  Case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-1.5-4","Prerequisite":"MA1505 and MA1506","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE2020","ModuleTitle":"Digital Fundamentals","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is a first course that introduces fundamental digital logic, digital circuits, and programmable devices. The course also provides an overview of computer systems. This course provides students with an understanding of the building blocks of modern digital systems and methods of designing, simulating and realizing such systems. The emphasis of this module is on understanding the fundamentals of digital design across different levels of abstraction using hardware description languages.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-2-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE1002 or CG1108 or EG1108","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"CS1010E"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2021E","ModuleTitle":"Devices and Circuits","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module builds on  the students’ knowledge on electronic devices and their use in the design of circuits. The physical principles behind the operation of these devices, their operation and usage in electronic circuits to achieve important functions will be the back bone of this module.   The topics covered include basic semiconductor physics, drift and diffusion of carriers, pn diode, diode circuits, Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT), and Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOSFET), design of single stage amplifiers using BJTs and MOSFETs,  CMOS inverter, multistage amplifiers, current source and sink.  Students will be assessed through assignments, test and a final examination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EE2004E and EE2005E and TEE2021","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2023","ModuleTitle":"Signals and Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is a fundamental course in signals and systems. Signals in electrical engineering play an important role in carrying information. Signals going through a system is an inevitable process. It allows engineers to understand the system. Thus in this course the relationship between signals and systems will be taught. The concepts which are important include time and frequency  domain representations, Fourier and Laplace transforms, spectrum of a signal, frequency response of systems (Bode diagrams), sampling theorem, linear time invariant systems, convolution, transfer functions, stability of feedback systems, modulation and filters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"MA1506 Mathematics II","Preclusion":"EE2009 Signals, EE2010 Systems & Control","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2024","ModuleTitle":"Programming for Computer Interfaces","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the experience of programming devices and computer interfaces. The course builds upon the C language programming skills the students have learnt in the previous semester and teaches them how to utilize programming to build simple digital systems. The course culminates in an open-ended project in which students will have the opportunity to design and build a digital system of their choice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-2-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE2020 and CS1010E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2024E","ModuleTitle":"Programming for Computer Interfaces","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the experience of programming devices and computer interfaces. The course builds upon the C language programming skills the students have learnt in the previous semester and teaches them how to utilize programming to build simple digital systems. The course culminates in an open-ended project in which students will have the opportunity to design and build a digital system of their choice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-2-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE2020 and CS1010E","Preclusion":"EE2007E, TEE2024","Corequisite":"TE2101"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2025","ModuleTitle":"Power Electronics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Power electronics is an enabling technology used widely in electric power processing unit. It is an integral part of all electronic equipment from household appliances through information technology to transportation systems. This\r\nmodule provides basic working principles and their design for generic power electronic converter circuits. After going through this module students should be able to analyze, evaluate and carry out basic design of power electronic circuits for a large variety of applications. The topics covered are: Power semiconductor devices and terminal characteristics. Switching circuits design and protection circuits. AC-DC converters, DC-DC converters and DC-AC converters: basic analysis and performance evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1.5-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE1002 Introduction to Circuits and Systems (or EG1108 Electrical Engineering or CG1108 Electrical Engineering)","Preclusion":"EE3501C Power Electronics","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE2026","ModuleTitle":"Digital Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is a first course that introduces fundamental digital logic, digital circuits, and programmable devices. This course provides students with an understanding of the building blocks of modern digital systems and methods of designing, simulating and realizing such systems. The emphasis of this module is on understanding the fundamentals of digital design across different levels of abstraction using hardware description languages, and developing a solid design perspective towards complex digital systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-1-4","Prerequisite":"EG1111","Preclusion":"EE2020","Corequisite":"EG1112, IT1007"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2027","ModuleTitle":"Electronic Circuits","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Building on the basic circuit concepts introduced through EG1112, this module introduces the operating principles of transistors and how they are used in amplifier circuits. It discusses the foundational concepts of transistor amplifiers and analyses their performance. It also introduces \noperational amplifiers as a circuit component and describes how functional analog circuits, which can be applied to solving complex engineering problems, can be designed and analysed using operational amplifiers.  LTSpice will be introduced as a circuit analysis tool.  To augment learning, \ntwo laboratory sessions will be included focusing on the topics of single transistor amplifiers and Op-Amp circuits, respectively.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"EG1112","Preclusion":"EE2021, CG2027","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EE2031","ModuleTitle":"Circuit and Systems Design Lab","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module emphasizes on the practical aspects related to modules EE2021 Device and Circuits and EE2022 Electrical Energy Systems. It also provides students with an integrated perspective about the two modules. Students will first learn about the device characterizations, such as diode, LED, solar cell, transistor, operational amplifiers, etc. They will then proceed to build interesting circuits blocks involving the devices learnt earlier. With these accumulated knowledge on device and circuit blocks, students will move on to system projects that require the integration of knowledge across different fields, such as devices, circuits and portable electrical energy systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1-0-1.5-1.5-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE2021 Devices and Circuits","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE2032","ModuleTitle":"Signals & Communications Design Lab","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This lab module introduces students to the practical aspects of designing a communication system. This module builds on the concepts learnt in EE2011\r\nEngineering Electromagnetism and EE2023 Signals and Systems. Students will start the experiments with the Frequency Modulation (FM) technique in conjunction with a voltage controlled oscillator (VCO). This is followed by experiments with FM demodulation techniques, simplex communication and duplex communication. Then students will learn about the reflection coefficient and plot it in the Smith Chart. Subsequently an antenna is designed and the building blocks of the communication system are characterized. Finally the complete communication system is assembled and measured.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1-0-1.5-1.5-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE2011 Engineering Electromagnetism and EE2023 Signals and Systems.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE2032E","ModuleTitle":"Signals & Communications Design Lab","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This lab module introduces students to the practical aspects of designing a communication system. This module builds on the concepts learnt in EE2011E Engineering Electromagnetics and EE2023E Signals and Systems. Students will start the experiments with the Frequency Modulation (FM) technique in conjunction with a voltage controlled oscillator (VCO). This is followed by experiments with FM demodulation techniques, simplex communication and duplex communication. Then students will learn about the reflection coefficient and plot it in the Smith Chart. Subsequently an antenna is designed and the building blocks of the communication system are characterized. Finally the complete communication system is assembled and measured.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1-0-1.5-1.5-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE2011E and EE2023E","Preclusion":"TEE2032","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EE3031","ModuleTitle":"Innovation & Enterprise I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an engineering module that focuses on the conceptualization, design and development of technology oriented new products. It integrates innovation, product\r\nplanning, marketing, design and manufacturing functions of a company. This module gives students an opportunity to conceptualize and design a product which they will eventually prototype in another module (Innovation & Enterprise II). Thus it is designed for electrical engineering students to experience an integrated learning of innovation and enterprise pertaining to new product development\r\nwhere technology plays a central role. The major topics include innovation, opportunity management, identification of customers’ needs, product specification, design, planning, testing, manufacturing, and commercialization. Intellectual property and its relationship with all facets of new technology product design are also covered.\r\n\r\nGuest speakers from relevant industries will be invited to present practical aspects of innovation and new product development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TR3001 New Product Development\r\nEE3001 Project \r\nMT4003 Engineering Product Development","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3104C","ModuleTitle":"Intro to RF and Microwave Sys & Circuits","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Wireless communication and sensing systems play an ever increasing role in society. This module introduces the RF and microwave hardware systems and circuits.\r\n\r\nThe applications include: GSM/CDMA, RFID, UWB, WLAN, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Radar and remote sensing","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-1-4","Prerequisite":"EE2011","Preclusion":"EE3104","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3131C","ModuleTitle":"Communication Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Introductory overview of analog and digital communications. Advantages of digital over analog communications in the presence of noise. Analog and digital modulation techniques. Source coding and waveform quantization techniques. Channel noise and channel coding for error protection. Multiplexing and multiple access. Basics of wireless communications. Applications of wireless systems. Radio wave propagation and multipath fading. Transmitter and receiver antennas.\r\nFree-space and fiber optical communication systems. Optical transmitters, optical receivers, and optical channels. Introduction to data communications. Packet switching, line coding, framing, and error detection.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"EE2023 Signals & Systems","Preclusion":"EE3103 Communications","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3131E","ModuleTitle":"Communication Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Introductory overview of analog and digital communications. Advantages of digital over analog communications in the presence of noise. Analog and digital modulation techniques. Source coding and waveform quantization techniques. Channel noise and channel coding for error protection. Multiplexing and multiple access. Basics of wireless communications. Applications of wireless systems. Radio wave propagation and multipath fading. Transmitter and receiver antennas.\r\nFree-space and fiber optical communication systems. Optical transmitters, optical receivers, and optical channels. Introduction to data communications. Packet switching, line coding, framing, and error detection.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"(EE2009E and EE2010E) or EE2023E","Preclusion":"EE3103E, TEE3131","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3204","ModuleTitle":"Computer Communication Networks I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an in-depth treatment of fundamental topics  of network design based on the Internet protocol stack model. It is aimed at making students understand how networks work through understanding of the underlying principles of sound network design.  This course covers topics including  network requirements, architecture, protocol stack models, Ethernet  Token Ring,  Wireless, and FDDI networks, bridges, switching and routing in IP and ATM networks,  and internetworking. Apart from learning the concepts in networks, the students will gain expertise in analyzing and designing networking protocols through mini-projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.0-1.0-1.0-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Co-Req: EE2023","Preclusion":"CS2105","Corequisite":"EE2023"},{"ModuleCode":"EE3204E","ModuleTitle":"Computer Communications Networks I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an in-depth treatment of fundamental topics  of network design based on the Internet protocol stack model. It is aimed at making students understand how networks work through understanding of the underlying principles of sound network design.  This course covers topics including  network requirements, architecture, protocol stack models, Ethernet  Token Ring,  Wireless, and FDDI networks, bridges, switching and routing in IP and ATM networks,  and internetworking. Apart from learning the concepts in networks, the students will gain expertise in analyzing and designing networking protocols through mini-projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE2009 or EE2023E","Preclusion":"CS2105 and CS3103 and TEE3204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3206","ModuleTitle":"Intro To Comp Vision & Image Processing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The goal of this module is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts underlying digital image processing and techniques for manipulating and analysing image data. This course will provide students with a good foundation in computer vision and image processing, which is important for those intending to proceed to biomedical engineering, intelligent systems and multimedia signal processing. The following topics are taught:  elements of a vision system, image acquisition, 2-D discrete Fourier transform, image enhancement techniques, theoretical basis and techniques for image compression, segmentation methods including edge detection, feature extraction including texture measurement, and object recognition.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0.5-1-5","Prerequisite":"EE2023","Preclusion":"CS4243","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3207E","ModuleTitle":"Computer Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course teaches students the basics in the design of the various classes of microprocessors. Contents include design of simple micro-controllers, high performance CPU design using parallel techniques, memory organization and parallel processing systems. Topics also include the development of support tools to enable efficient usage of the developed microprocessor. The course emphasizes practical design and students are expected to be able to synthesize microprocessors at the gate level at the end of this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-0.75-2-5","Prerequisite":"EE2007 or EE2024E","Preclusion":"TEE3207","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3302","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover sensors, instrumentation and control systems commonly used in the industry. The sensor and instrumentation part includes topics such as signal processing and conversion, transducers and actuators, instrumentation amplifiers, non-linear amplifiers, issues pertaining to grounds, shields and power supplies. The control portion covers the evolution and types of control systems, centralized control, direct digital control (DDC), distributed control systems (DCS), fieldbuses, PID control: tuning methods and refinements, auto-tuning principles and implementation, available industrial PID controllers and their operation. It will include other common control systems such as feed-forward, cascade, ratio, selective, split range, time-delay compensation, sequence control and PLC.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.0-0.5-2-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE3331C","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3302E","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover sensors, instrumentation and control systems commonly used in the industry. The sensor and instrumentation part includes topics such as signal processing and conversion, transducers and actuators, instrumentation amplifiers, non-linear amplifiers, issues pertaining to grounds, shields and power supplies. The control portion covers the evolution and types of control systems, centralized control, direct digital control (DDC), distributed control systems (DCS), fieldbuses, PID control: tuning methods and refinements, auto-tuning principles and implementation, available industrial PID controllers and their operation. It will include other common control systems such as feed-forward, cascade, ratio, selective, split range, time-delay compensation, sequence control and PLC.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE2010E or EE3331E","Preclusion":"TEE3302","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3331C","ModuleTitle":"Feedback Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Feedback systems are ubiquitous in both the natural and engineered world. They are essential for maintaining our environment, enabling our transportation and communications systems; and are critical elements in our aerospace and industrial systems. For the most part, feedback control systems function accurately and reliably in the background. This course aims at introducing the magic of feedback, and tools for analysing and designing control systems. The  fundamental knowledge of feedback and the related area of control systems are useful to students with diverse interests. Topics covered include feedback principles, time and frequency analysis of control systems, and simple controller design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-4-1.5","Prerequisite":"EE2023 Signals and Systems","Preclusion":"EE2010 Systems & Control","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3331E","ModuleTitle":"Feedback Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Feedback systems are ubiquitous in both the natural and engineered world. They are essential for maintaining our environment, enabling our transportation and communications systems; and are critical elements in our aerospace and industrial systems. For the most part, feedback control systems function accurately and reliably in the background. This course aims at introducing the magic of feedback, and tools for analysing and designing control systems. The  fundamental knowledge of feedback and the related area of control systems are useful to students with diverse interests. Topics covered include feedback principles, time and frequency analysis of control systems, and simple controller design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-4-1.5","Prerequisite":"EE2023E","Preclusion":"EE2010E and TEE3331","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3408C","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Analog Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on integration of analog circuits on silicon using CMOS technology. The topics covered include processing and modeling background, basic circuits, reference circuit design, single stage amplifiers, operational amplifiers, noise issues and advanced design methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-3.5-3.0","Prerequisite":"EE2005 Electronics or EE2021 Devices and Circuits","Preclusion":"EE3408","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE3408E","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Analog Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on integration of analog circuits on silicon using CMOS technology. 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Device concepts are then introduced, and the operational principles of key semiconductor devices are explained, showing how their terminal characteristics are obtained. Additional issues such as dielectric materials used in isolation for devices as well as contacts between metal and semiconductor regions are also included. Topics covered include: structure of solids; dielectric materials; physics of semiconductors; metalsemiconductors contacts; PN junction, bipolar transistors, and field-effect transistors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-1-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE3406, EE2004, PC3235","Corequisite":"PC2232 and EE2021"},{"ModuleCode":"EE3731C","ModuleTitle":"Signal Processing Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to signal processing methods. It is aimed at preparing students for high-level technical electives and graduate modules in signal processing and new media. The topics covered include: digital filtering, multirate digital signal processing, introduction to wavelet transform, probability and random signals, stochastic processes, singular value decomposition, principle component analysis and multimedia applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"(EE2012 or ST2334) and EE2023","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EE4001","ModuleTitle":"B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will do a research project over two semesters on a topic of current interest in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Students learn how to apply skills acquired in the classroom and also think of innovative ways of solving problems. Apart from intrinsic rewards such as the pleasure of problem solving, students are able to acquire skills for independent and lifelong learning. The objective of this module is to teach skills, such as questioning, forming hypotheses and gathering evidence. Students learn to work in a research environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-0-15","Prerequisite":"Level 4 Standing","Preclusion":"CG4001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4101","ModuleTitle":"RF Communications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Radio and microwave systems are used for information transmission.  This module therefore introduces the student to a broad range of enabling knowledge and skills commonly employed by RF and microwave engineers to specify, analyse and design radio and microwave transmission systems.  Topics covered:  Time-varying EM fields: guided waves, evanescent modes and plane-wave propagation. Radiation: radiation mechanism, magnetic vector potential, current distribution on a thin wire, Hertzian dipole, Half-wave dipole & monopole. RF Antennas: parameters, aperture antennas and arrays.  RF Amplification: stability, gain and small-signal narrowband design.  RF Generation:  conditions for oscillation, oscillator design and dielectric resonators.   RF Receivers:  receiver and mixer parameters.  RF Systems: system gain and noise figure, satellite and terrestrial systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE3104C","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4101E","ModuleTitle":"Radio-Frequency (RF) Communications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Radio and microwave systems are used for information transmission.  This module therefore introduces the student to a broad range of enabling knowledge and skills commonly employed by RF and microwave engineers to specify, analyse and design radio and microwave transmission systems.  Topics covered:  Time-varying EM fields: guided waves, evanescent modes and plane-wave propagation. Radiation: radiation mechanism, magnetic vector potential, current distribution on a thin wire, Hertzian dipole, Half-wave dipole & monopole. RF Antennas: parameters, aperture antennas and arrays.  RF Amplification: stability, gain and small-signal narrowband design.  RF Generation:  conditions for oscillation, oscillator design and dielectric resonators.   RF Receivers:  receiver and mixer parameters.  RF Systems: system gain and noise figure, satellite and terrestrial systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE2011E","Preclusion":"TEE4101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4112","ModuleTitle":"HF Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Radio and microwave systems rely on efficient transmission and distribution of electromagnetic (EM) energy.  Radio and microwave systems need to be immune from external EM interference and need to ensure that they do not cause interference of their own.  To achieve these requirements, microwave and radio engineers need to be able to specify and design wave-guiding systems, shielding and antennas.   Topics covered:  Guided waves: guiding elements and cavities.  Scattering parameters.  Directional couplers and hybrids.  Circulators and isolators.  Antenna parameters.  Wire antennas.  Electromagnetic interference and shielding.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3.0-1.0-1.5-1.5-3.0","Prerequisite":"EE3104C","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4218","ModuleTitle":"Embedded Hardware System Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The goal of this module is to enable students to understand and be able to practise the principles of designing complex embedded systems. After completing this module, students must be able to translate system specifications into executable computation models using a high level specification language and map these formal specifications into a register-transfer level hardware description language (HDL) that can be implemented on an FPGA.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMain topics covered include: Methodology for designing embedded systems; specification and modelling of systems; architectures of embedded systems; mapping specifications into architectures; rapid prototyping on FPGA platforms.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nStudents are required to implement an embedded system by going though the complete design flow with state-of-the-art Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1-3-3.5","Prerequisite":"EE2020","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4305","ModuleTitle":"Introduction To Fuzzy / Neural Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the fundamental knowledge, theories and applications of fuzzy logic and neural networks. It examines the principles of fuzzy sets and fuzzy logic, which leads to fuzzy inference and control. It also gives students an understanding of the structures and learning process of a neural network. Topics covered include: fuzzy set theory, fuzzy systems and control, basic concepts of neural networks, single-layer and multilayer perceptrons, self-organizing maps and neural network training.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4","Prerequisite":"EE2023","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4435","ModuleTitle":"Modern Transistors and Memory Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to equip students with the physical foundation of metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) device physics and the theoretical background for understanding end applications in modern transistors and memory devices (e.g., Flash, phase change random access memory, etc.). Upon the successful completion of\r\nthis module, the student is expected to gain an understanding on the principles of operation and physics of modern MOS transistors and memory devices. Such knowledge is useful for careers in the wafer fabrication plants, foundries, design houses and the microelectronics industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"Pre-requisite: EE2021 Devices and Circuits Co-requisite: EE3431C Microelectronics Materials and Devices","Preclusion":"EE4408 Silicon Device Reliability\r\nEE4412 Technology and Modelling of Silicon Transistors\r\nEE4435E Modern Transistors and Memory Devices","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4435E","ModuleTitle":"Modern Transistors and Memory Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to equip students with the physical foundation of metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) device physics and the theoretical background for understanding end applications in modern transistors and memory devices (e.g., Flash, phase change random access memory, etc.). Upon the successful completion of this module, the student is expected to gain an understanding on the principles of operation and physics of modern MOS transistors and memory devices. Such knowledge is useful for careers in the wafer fabrication plants, foundries, design houses and the microelectronics industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE2021E Devices and Circuits","Preclusion":"EE4408E Silicon Device Reliability\nEE4412E Technology and Modelling of Silicon Transistors\nTEE4435","Corequisite":"EE3431E Microelectronics Materials and Devices"},{"ModuleCode":"EE4436","ModuleTitle":"Fabrication Process Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"In the new information age, fabrication process technology continues to be employed in the manufacturing of ultrahigh density integrated circuits such as microprocessor devices in computers. This module focuses on the major process technologies and basic building blocks used in the fabrication of integrated circuits and other microelectronic devices (e.g., solar cells). Understanding of fabrication processes is essential for undergraduate students who wish to develop their professional career in the microelectronics industry such as in wafer fabrication plants, foundries and design houses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-.2-4.5","Prerequisite":"Pre-requisite: EE2021 Devices and Circuits","Preclusion":"EE4411/EE4411E Silicon Processing Technology\r\nEE4436E Fabrication Process Technology","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4436E","ModuleTitle":"Fabrication Process Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"In the new information age, fabrication process technology continues to be employed in the manufacturing of ultra-high density integrated circuits such as microprocessor devices in computers. This module focuses on the major process technologies and basic building blocks used in the fabrication of integrated circuits and other microelectronic devices (e.g., solar cells). Understanding of fabrication processes is essential for undergraduate students who wish to develop their professional career in the microelectronics industry such as in wafer fabrication plants, foundries and design houses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"EE2021E Devices and Circuits","Preclusion":"EE4411/EE4411E Silicon Processing Technology\nTEE4436","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE4501","ModuleTitle":"Power System Management And Protection","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Modelling of power systes: bus admittance and bus impedance matrices, network building algorithms. Load flow studies: problem formulation, computer solution techniques; economic load dispatch. Energy market restructuring. Fault analysis: symmetrical components, sequence impedance networks, symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults. Protection: components, differential, and earth fault protection systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3.0-1.0-0.5-1.5-4.0","Prerequisite":"EE3505C","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5001","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5003","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5002","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY MODULE II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5003","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5003","ModuleTitle":"ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5101","ModuleTitle":"LINEAR SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"linear system theory is the core of modern control appropaches, such as optimal, robust, adaptive and multi-variable control. This module develops a solid understanding of the fundamentals of linear systems analysis and design using the state space approach. Topics covered include state space representation of systems; solution of state equations; stability analysis using Lyapunov methods; controllability and observability; linear state feedback design; asymptotic observer and compensator design, decoupling and servo control. This module is a must for higher degree students in control engineering, robotics or servo engineering. It is also very useful for those who are interested in signal processing and computer engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MCH5201, ME5401, EE5101R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5103","ModuleTitle":"Computer Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to introduce the basic concepts and design methods of computer/microprocessor based control schemes. Techniques for discrete-time control realization will also be discussed. After attending the course, the students will acquire the basic skills on designing simple controllers for real time systems, know how to analyze the system responses and evaluate the controller performance. The topics covered are: discrete system analysis; pole-placement design, basic predictive control, digital PID controllers; implementation issues (sampling theorem, aliasing, discretization errors) and real-time realization using system control software such as Matlab and Labview.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Background knowledge such as EE2010 or equivalent","Preclusion":"ME5403, EE5103R, MCH5103/TD5241","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5104","ModuleTitle":"ADAPTIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to introduce the basic concepts and design methods of adaptive control. The concepts underlying adaptive control schemes, such as Lyapunov-based direct adaptive control scheme, self-tuning regulator and model reference adaptive control, will be studied in detail. Least squares estimate and the issues related to parameter adaptation will also be introduced. To provide an understanding of an alternative to \"adaptation\", the concept and basic design of variable structure control will be discussed. Case studies of various engineering control problems will be used throughout the course to provide insights and useful design guideline.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-2.5","Prerequisite":"EE5101 / EE5101R / ME5401 Linear Systems","Preclusion":"EE6104 Adaptive Control Systems (Advanced)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5110","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Automation and Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module offers students timely and updated coverage of a wide range of topics relevant to automation and control engineering tapping on the latest and diverse range of developments in the repertoire of the control group, such as the delivery of a measured collation of automation and control system designs applied to real problems of a diverse nature and which are not easily and directly available from standard literature.The nature of the module allows the flexibility for recent topics, problems and solutions to be shared with the students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE6110 Special Topics in Automation and Control (Advanced)","Corequisite":"EE5101 / EE5101R Linear Systems (cross-listedwith ME5401) OR EE5103 / EE5103R Computer Control Systems (cross-listed with ME5403) OR EE4302 Advanced Control Systems"},{"ModuleCode":"EE5133","ModuleTitle":"Statistical Signal Processing Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to give a balanced treatment on the use of statistical signal processing and estimation theory techniques for engineering applications in\r\ncommunications, filtering and array processing. While having theoretical rigor, the module will also emphasize the realizability and implementation of algorithms based on prediction, estimation, spectral analysis and optimum processing on existing digital processing systems. The module will include hands-on design sessions where some processing algorithms will be designed, implemented and evaluated.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EE4131 Random Signals, or\r\nEE5306 Random Signal Analysis, or\r\nEE5137R Stochastic Processes","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EE5137","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to serve as an advanced course in stochastic processes for research students specializing in communications and networks as well as other research areas that deal intensively with stochastic signal analysis and processing. Topics include: concepts and classification of stochastic processes; special processes (binary transmission, telegraph, random walk, Wiener-Levy, Poisson); transmission of stochastic processes through systems; stochastic integrals and ergodicity; bandlimited processes; Gaussian processes;\r\nMarkov processes; Markov chains; counting processes. These topics will be treated with sufficient mathematical rigour so that students will learn various statistical concepts and their inter-relationships in the way of a connected theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5306, EE5137R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5303","ModuleTitle":"MICROWAVE ELECTRONICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"With emphasis on fundamentals, this module develops analysis methods that are used to understand the operation and design of solid-state microwave electronic circuits commonly used in microwave systems.  Methods for simulating nonlinear microwave circuits and processing of circuit parameters will be discussed. Major topics include: Linear circuit parameter conversion. Analysis of nonlinear microwave circuits. Lossy match, lossy feedback, distributed and power amplifiers. Oscillator theory; diode and transistor oscillators. Frequency multiplication, division and synthesis.  Microwave frequency conversion, mixer analysis, single-ended and balanced mixers, diode and transistor mixers, image rejection, mixer noise.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Requires background knowledge such as EE4101, EE4104 or EE4112","Preclusion":"EE5303R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5308","ModuleTitle":"ANTENNA ENGINEERING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with fundamental concepts, principles and theory for the analysis, design and measurement of antennas such as wire, aperture and microstrip and slot antennas. Students will learn fundamental concepts behind antenna theory and design, the latest methodologies employed for antenna analysis and measurement, and most importantly, how a desired antenna system can be efficiently designed from initial specifications by means of simple practical engineering procedures and CAD tools. This specialised module is recommended for graduate students specialising in microwave/RF theory and techniques. This module is supplementary for the general area of communication systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4","Prerequisite":"Requires undergraduate 2nd year background knowledge on EM Waves &\r\nFields; and Engineering Maths","Preclusion":"EE5308R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5310","ModuleTitle":"Communication Networking Fundamentals","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and concepts of computer communication networks. The course covers four main layers of the\r\nnetwork protocol stack: link, network, transport and application. The fundamental design principles of each layer are presented. Issues related to the performance of each layer are explored in detail. The course uses case studies to expose students to real-world networking protocols and presents the design principles that motivated the development of these protocols. The course also includes an examination of the security aspects of each layer.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Basic probability at the level of EE2012 and basic networking concepts at the level of EE3204 and EE4210","Preclusion":"EE6310 Communication Networking Fundamentals (Advanced)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5401","ModuleTitle":"Cellular Mobile Communications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the techniques required for cellular mobile communication system design and performance analysis. It provides students with an understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts encountered in cellular mobile communications. In particular, students will learn about mobile radio channel modelling, modulation techniques, cellular system concepts, equalisation, diversity and channel coding, speech coding, and multiple access techniques. Practical standards such as GSM, IS-95 and IMT2000 will be used as illustration examples. On completion of the module, students should be able to describe and analyse narrowband and wideband mobile radio propagation channels, understand the requirements and operation of mobile radio systems, and appreciate the design issues of TDMA and CDMA cellular systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"EE4102  (Applicable to undergraduate students only)","Preclusion":"TD5113A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5431","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the theory and fundamental aspects of nanoscale electronics. The module is designed to equip students with the basic knowledge of the fundamentals and theoretical methods required for understanding quantum electronic behaviour in current and future nanoelectronic applications. The module will cover the basic aspects of quantum theory which are relevant for electronic transport and dynamics, such as quantum operators, time-dependent quantum theory, spin dynamics and carrier statistics. The latter part of the module will\r\ncover the basic topics of solid state theory relevant for nanoelectronics, such as bandstructure, electronic transport in solids, and phonons.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Requires background knowledge such as PC2232, EE3431C or\r\nequivalent","Preclusion":"EE5508, EE5431R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5434","ModuleTitle":"Microelectronic Processes and Integration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The aim  of this module  is to  provide  the  crucial  understanding of semiconductor  processes and integration technologies that are extensively used to fabricate modern electronic devices. This module covers important aspects of microelectronic processes and integration. The students will develop in-depth understanding of various unit process and of integrating the unit processes to design a  device  that  meets  electrical  performance  specification.  The  topics  covered  include  oxidation, diffusion, ion implantation Isolation, plasma etching process, thin film deposition, metal interconnects, lithography and pattern transfer technique, gate module technology, shallow junction technology, and CMOS Integration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"EE3431C or equivalent","Preclusion":"EE5515, EE5516, EE5432R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5439","ModuleTitle":"Micro/Nano Electromechanical Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course presents the fundamentals of Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Nanoelectromechanical Systems (NEMS), culminating in advanced concepts and applications. Major topics covered include electrostatic actuation and capacitive sensing, piezoelectric actuation and sensing, thermal actuation and sensing, optical MEMS devices and nanophotonics, CMOS MEMS devices, inertial sensors, RF MEMS devices, resonators and clocking, NEMS sensors, energy harvesters, and packaging technology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EE4411 Silicon Processing Technology or CN4217 Processing of Microelectronic  Materials or equivalent.","Preclusion":"EE6439 Micro/Nano Electromechanical Systems (M/NEMS) (Advanced)\r\nEE5520 Micro/Nanoelectromechanical Systems (M/NEMS)","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EE5502","ModuleTitle":"MOS DEVICES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) has been the main technology used in ULSI system. This module presents the full complement of fundamental CMOS device physics with its applications. It incorporates introductory concepts, MOS capacitor, long channel MOSFETs, short channel MOSFETs, MOS IC and technology, and MOS IC applications. This module is targeted at electrical engineering students who already have a basic knowledge of semiconductor device physics and technologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5508","ModuleTitle":"SEMICONDUCTOR FUNDAMENTALS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides background knowledge of physics of electrical and optical properties of bulk and low dimensional semiconductor materials. The topics covered are as follows: Quantum mechanics: Schrodinger equation, particle in a box, tunneling effect, harmonic oscillator, time- independent perturbation theory. Solid state physics: crystal lattices, band theory, lattice vibration, the Fermi-Dirac distribution function and Fermi level, donor and acceptor states and carrier concentrations. Electrical properties of semiconductors, drift, diffusion, generation, recombination, trapping and tunneling. Optical properties of semiconductors, optical constants, optical absorption, radiative transition and luminescence, exciton effect, etc. Ternary and quaternary compound semiconductors, heterostructures, quantum wells and superlattices, quantum effect devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"(Undergraduate physics and mathematics AND Electronics materials courses) OR\r\nEE2004: Semiconductor Devices OR\r\nEE3406: Microelectronic Materials OR\r\nEE3431C: Microelectronics Materials & Devices","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5518","ModuleTitle":"VLSI DIGITAL CIRCUIT DESIGN","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module guides the students with the design aspects of digital integrated circuits. It covers concepts of basic digital CMOS building blocks, combinational and sequential logic circuits, dynamic logic circuits, interconnect, timing and power issue of the digital integrated circuits. Low-power design and design verification are also covered in this module. The concepts are implemented and enhanced through assignments and several projects that involve practical design and use of design tools. This module provides the students with a solid background on analysis and design of the custom digital integrated circuits. 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It provides the necessary fundamentals in power systems analysis. Current advancement in power systems is also discussed through case studies in a seminar style. Various topics to be covered are: Advanced power flow analysis; Power flow equation and solution techniques; Optimal power flow; Economic dispatch; Introduction to power system state estimation; Least square state estimation and Introduction to power system controls and stability analysis. This module acts as a pre-requisite for graduate students to pursue other advanced level courses in Power Systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Requires background knowledge of EE4501 Power System\r\nManagement & Protection or equivalent","Preclusion":"EE5702R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5703","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Drives","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module forms one of the foundation modules for all students who want to specialise in Electric Energy System Engineering. The aim of the module is to introduce the various components of Electric Drives. The role of electric drives in modern industrial automation will be emphasised. The importance of using Adjustable Speed Drives for energy conservation would also be highlighted. Various types of electric drives such as AC, DC, SRM and special drives such as PMSM drives will be introduced and their steady-state as well as transient performances will be discussed. This module has direct industrial relevance and would be useful not only to electrical but also to mechanical engineering students working in the areas of automation and mechatronics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Undergraduate knowledge in Electric Drives, e.g. EE4502 or equivalent","Preclusion":"EE5703R, MCH5203","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5731","ModuleTitle":"Visual Computing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Computer vision involves complex information processing tasks, making sense of visual signals and retrieving information from them. The aim of this module is to provide a comprehensive introduction of various advanced topics in computer vision. This course covers: radiometry, texture, feature matching, segmentation, and image/video editing. It will focus on both the principles of these vision problems and their associated mathematical and computational tools. By the end of this module, students are expected to be able to identify important and current\r\nvision problems, read and understand research papers in the area, and lead discussions on related topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Knowledge of programming (C/C++ or Matlab), Math (Linear algebra, statistics, etc.) required.","Preclusion":"EE6904, EE5731R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5831","ModuleTitle":"Electromagnetic Wave Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches basic theories and applications of electromagnetic waves. Topics include: Fundamentals include quasi-static and dynamic solutions to Maxwell's equations, plane-wave propagation and scattering, guiding structure and cavity, behavior at interface between media, Green's functions, and method of moment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5831R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5902","ModuleTitle":"Multiprocessor Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with the design and analysis of high performance computer architectures with respect to several aspects of the multiple computer systems. Issues such as scalability, architectural issues, parallelism, performance metrics, and programming, are considered. The main intent of this course is to stay tuned with the current technology trend and to meet the requirements of the modern computer industry. The syllabus has the following four distinct major topics - Theory of Parallelism, Hardware Technology Overview, Scalable Architectures for High Performance Systems, Parallel Programming Concepts. This course serves as a strong foundation to those who wish to set their career (research and/or employment) in the domain of computer architectures, parallel and distributed processing, and software engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Requires background knowledge such as EE3204, EE3207 or\r\nequivalent","Preclusion":"EE5902R, TD5180A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5907","ModuleTitle":"Pattern Recognition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Pattern recognition deals with automated classification, identification, and/or characterizations of signals/data from various sources. The main objectives of this graduate module are to equip students with knowledge of common statistical pattern recognition (PR) algorithms and techniques. Course will contain project-based work involving use of PR algorithms. Upon completion of this module, students will be able to analyze a given pattern recognition problem, and determine which standard technique is applicable, or be able to modify existing algorithms to engineer new algorithms to solve the problem. Topics covered include: Decision theory, Parameter estimation, Density estimation, Non-parametric techniques, Supervised learning, Dimensionality reduction, Linear discriminant functions, Clustering, Unsupervised learning, Feature extraction and Applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.75-0-0-2-5.25","Prerequisite":"Requires background knowledge such as EE2012 Analytical Methods or CS1101S","Preclusion":"EE5907R, TD5133","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6004","ModuleTitle":"Selected Advanced Topics In EM Modelling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module caters for the needs of research students working in the field of Microwave & RF circuit and system analysis and design, and electromagnetics. The student will gain an understanding of the following topics:  the foundation theory of dyadic Green's functions, followed by detailed formulation and computer implementation with real-world case studies of any two of the following computational methods - Moment and Boundary Element, Finite Element, Finite Difference, Transmission Line and Fast method for Large Systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2.5-4","Prerequisite":"EE5302 or EE5308. No restriction to MEng and PhD student.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6104","ModuleTitle":"ADAPTIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS (ADVANCED)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to provide an in-depth coverage of adaptive control concepts and design methods. It is tailored for students who are pursuing research in the field of advanced control systems. Topics covered include Lyapunov-based direct adaptive control scheme, self-tuning regulator, model reference adaptive control, variable structure control and least squares estimation. Case studies of various engineering control problems will be used to provide insights and useful design guideline. In addition, students are expected to complete a self-study project that will expose them to the most recent advances in adaptive control theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4.5-3","Prerequisite":"EE5101 / EE5101R / ME5401 Linear Systems","Preclusion":"EE5104 Adaptive Control Systems","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6110","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Automation and Control (Advanced)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module offers students timely and updated coverage of a wide range of topics relevant to automation and control engineering tapping on the latest and diverse range of developments in the repertoire of the control group. It is only open to research students. The topics covered will be formulated to contain unsolved problems and issues. These will be of a sufficient size and nature to induce excitement in independent projects for students to explore. Students can choose the problems that are aligned with their thesis topics to complement their research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5110 Special Topics in Automation and Control","Corequisite":"EE5101 / EE5101R Linear Systems (cross-listed with ME5401) OR EE5103 / EE5103R Computer Control Systems (crosslisted with ME5403)"},{"ModuleCode":"EE6131","ModuleTitle":"Wireless Communications (Advanced)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course covers various basic and selected advanced topics in wireless communication. It begins with an overview of current wireless systems and standards, followed by a mathematical characterization of the wireless channel. It then examines the fundamental capacity limits of wireless channels and the\r\ncharacteristics of the capacity-achieving transmission strategies. This part is followed by practical digital modulation techniques and their performance under wireless channel impairments, including diversity techniques to compensate for flat-fading, multicarrier modulation to combat frequency-selective fading, and multiple antenna space-time communications. The course concludes with a discussion of various practical multiple access schemes in wireless cellular systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EE5137/EE5137R or EE5306","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6310","ModuleTitle":"Communication Networking Fundamentals (Advanced)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an in-depth treatment of the fundamental principles and concepts of computer communication networks. The course divides the discussion in terms of fours layers: link, network, transport and application. For each layer, the course first presents the fundamental design principles and an\r\nin-depth analysis of factors that affect the overall system performance. Next, the course uses these design principles to describe the design of state-of-theart\r\nas well as real-world protocols for each layer. The course also includes an examination of the security aspects of each layer. Issues on the design and implementation of actual protocols will be addressed through a design project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Basic probability at the level of EE2012 and basic networking concepts at the level of EE3204 and EE4210","Preclusion":"EE5310 Communication Networking Fundamentals","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6436","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Characterization of Materials and Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an elective module for postgraduate research students on advanced characterization techniques applied to advanced and emerging research materials and devices. The emphasis of this course is on advanced measurement and characterization principles, instrumentation, data acquisition, models for data analysis, and data interpretation applied to characterization problems encountered in the research and development of advanced and emerging research materials and devices. The characterization methods covered are advanced application modes or techniques of the basic characterization methods discussed in the EE5432R module and new techniques which are not discussed in the aforementioned core module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"EE5434 or EE5432R","Preclusion":"EE6503","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6438","ModuleTitle":"Magnetic materials and devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The main objective of this course is to introduce students to the basic concepts of magnetism, magnetic materials and devices and related applications in data storage from the electrical engineering perspective. As this module is\r\nintended to help students who are doing research in relevant areas to master both theoretical knowledge and practical techniques in areas of magnetism and magnetic materials, a significant portion of this module will be devoted to the coverage of various types of characterization techniques of magnetic materials. Apart from attending lectures, students will also have to do a presentation on selected topics relevant to contents covered in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EE5431/EE5431R or EE5433R","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6439","ModuleTitle":"Micro/Nano Electromechanical Systems (Advanced)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course presents the fundamentals of Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Nanoelectromechanical Systems (NEMS), culminating in advanced concepts and applications. Major topics covered include electrostatic actuation and capacitive sensing, piezoelectric actuation and sensing, thermal actuation and sensing, optical MEMS devices and nanophotonics, CMOS MEMS devices, inertial sensors, RF MEMS devices, resonators and clocking, NEMS sensors, energy harvesters, and packaging technology. 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This module will expose students to the most recent research and highlight the foundations and trends in these fields. We will discuss selected papers on most recent research problems, with topics covering lighting, geometry, image processing, medical image analysis, recognition and machine learning.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EE5907/EE5907R and EE5731/EE5731R","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EE6990","ModuleTitle":"Research Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Module is for PhD students. Students are required to undertake two research\r\nattachments each with 2 MC on an S/U grading basis. By having two research attachments, a student will not be confined to just one research\r\narea. Students will have the flexibility to be attached to two different supervisors or labs and be exposed to different research areas or topics, before deciding on their research interests. A faculty member can supervise the same student for two research attachments. Research attachments can also be conducted during the holidays. All research attachments have to be completed in the first year. Students are required to write a report including literature survey and make oral presentation to the supervisor. Grading is on S/U by the supervisor. 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At the end of this course, students are expected to be able to draw a free body diagram and identify the unknown reaction forces/moments; solve statically determinate problems involving rigid bodies, pin-jointed frames and cables; solve statically indeterminate axial force member problems using stress-strain law and compatibility equations; determine the shear stress and angle of twist of torsional members; draw the bending moment and shear force diagrams for a loaded beam; and determine the stresses and deflections in beams.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"'A Level Math / H2 Math or equivalent\r\n","Preclusion":"EG1109FC, CE1109X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG1111","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Principles and Practice I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This is part 1 of a 2-module package that introduces Year 1engineering students to what engineers do and to the engineer's thought process. These modules are Engineering Principles and Practice (EPP) I and II.\r\n\r\nEPP I will focus on the engineering principle of how systems work and fail and the engineering practice of how they are designed, built and valued. Students will be presented a practical engineering system, e.g., a drone or an underwater autonomous vehicle, or an engineering event, e.g., the Challenger space shuttle disaster. They are then guided to deconstruct the system into interconnected sub-systems. Through group discussions, they will be guided to explain using engineering principles how the system works and could fail through the interactions of its various component sub-systems. These interactions in the form of forces, energy flow or mass flow will then be analysed and the impact of their variation will be evaluated. Through these students will learn that practical engineering systems are not silos of specific engineering disciplines and that engineers use scaling techniques to analyse, model, design and build systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"3-2-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG1603","ModuleTitle":"TIP - Product & Business Plan Competition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"EG1603 is a hands-on, competitive, experiential learning module that is ideal for students to gain insight, confidence, and basic capabilities about the theoretical and practical aspects of technopreneurship. The course is setup as a competition to emulate the competitive nature of industry and intensify the learning. Student teams will participate in several boot camps at the start of the module and receive advice from mentors throughout. 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Students will be taught in a studio setting and will be expected to spend much time practicing what is learnt.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0-4-3.5-0","Prerequisite":"nil","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":"nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EG2301","ModuleTitle":"Case Studies in Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This module will expose students to the broader considerations which are necessary for the design of complex engineering systems. Students will be taught through a number of case studies which demonstrate due deliberations to sustainability, entrepreneurship, project risk management, intellectual property, and user oriented design. For example, one case study involves the work of a non-governmental organisation which is helping to develop a rural community in Cambodia. The issues considered include the concern for the sustainability of the livelihood of the inhabitants in the community as well as the environment. Other case studies are presented to demonstrate the success behind a start-up company, the importance of good project management in the design of a complex engineering system, and the need for user-centric designs. Each case has a unique set of learning outcomes. At the end of the module, students will be tasked to build their own case study around a project of their interest. Non-engineering students are welcomed to participate in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EG2311","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Space Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide an overview and basic knowledge of space systems. The topics covered include satellite classification, space environment, various subsystems that are the fundamental building blocks of a space system. 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Selected teams from “EG1603 TIP - Product & Business Plan Competition”, supported by mentors, will build prototypes and validate business models in this module. 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In general, this module is accessible to\nstudents for academic credit even if they had previously completed internship stints for academic\ncredit not exceeding 10MC, and if the new workscope is substantially differentiated from previously\ncompleted ones.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-36-4","Prerequisite":"This internship module is open to full-time undergraduate students who have completed at least 40MCs and plan to proceed on an approved internship of at least 10 weeks in duration in the vacation period.","Preclusion":"Full-time undergraduate students who have accumulated more than 10MCs for previous internship stints.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG3301R","ModuleTitle":"DCP Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the implementation and realization of an engineering design concept. It provides an avenue for students to experience an integrated design process\r\nwhere technology plays a central role. Students will go through thorough design steps from reviewing the conceptual system design, breaking down the system\r\ndesign into component design, prototyping at various stages of design, fabrication, and validating the design intents.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0.5-0-1.5-10-3","Prerequisite":"Stage 2 standing.","Preclusion":"ESP3902: Major Design Project 1 (4 MC)\nESP3903: Major Design Project 2 (4 MC)\nBN2203: Introduction to Bioengineering Design (4 MC)\nBN3101: Biomedical Engineering Design (6 MC)\nCG3002: Embedded Systems Design Project (6 MC)\nEE3001: Project (4 MC)\nEE3031: Innovation & Enterprise I (4 MC)\nEE3032: Innovation & Enterprise II (6 MC)\nIE3100M: Systems Design Project (12 MC)\nME3101: Mechanical Systems Design I (4 MC)\nME3102: Mechanical Systems Design II (4 MC)\nESE4501: Design Project (4 MC)\nMLE3103: Materials Design and Selection (4 MC)\nMLE4102: Design Project (4 MC)\nEG3301: DCC Project (10MC)","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EG3601","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG3602","ModuleTitle":"Vacation Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG3611","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This internship module is for students who are admitted\ninto the B.Eng. degree requiring a compulsory 24-week\ninternship. The type of internship varies according to the\nprogrammes. Internships integrate knowledge and theory\nlearned in the classroom with practical application and skill\ndevelopment in a professional setting. It enables students\nto learn about the latest developments in the industries\nand to interact with engineers and other professionals as\nthey join projects or tasks that help to develop or enhance\ntheir skills whilst contributing to the organization. Students\ncan apply for the approved internships publicised by the\nfaculty or seek approval for self-sourced internships.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-36-4","Prerequisite":"Students should be of or are expected to be at least Stage 3 in standing.\nStudent should complete CFG career coaching modules (to be finalized) prior to start of internship.","Preclusion":"EG3601 Industrial Attachment Programme\nEG3602 Vacation Internship Programme\nEG3612 Vacation Internship Programme","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG3612","ModuleTitle":"Vacation Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This internship module is for students who are admitted\ninto the B.Eng. degree requiring a compulsory 12-week\ninternship. The type of internship varies according to the\nprogrammes. Internships integrate knowledge and theory\nlearned in the classroom with practical application and skill\ndevelopment in a professional setting. It enables students\nto learn about the latest developments in the industries\nand to interact with engineers and other professionals as\nthey join projects or tasks that help to develop or enhance\ntheir skills whilst contributing to the organization. Students\ncan apply for approved internships publicised by the\nfaculty or seek approval for self-sourced internships.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-0-0-36-4","Prerequisite":"Students should have completed at least Stage 2 of studies.\nStudent should have completed CFG career coaching modules (to be finalized) prior to start of internship.","Preclusion":"EG3601 Industrial Attachment Programme\nEG3602 Vacation Internship Programme\nEG3611 Industrial Attachment","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EG4301","ModuleTitle":"DCP B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will conduct and continue a multiyear project over 2 semesters to deliver an integrated engineering solution to self-defined challenging problems. Students will implement knowledge and skills that they have gained throughout their study in their earlier years.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-3-9-3","Prerequisite":"Year 4","Preclusion":"ESP4901: Research Project (12 MC)\nBN4101R: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)\nCN4118R: B.Eng. Dissertation (10 MC)\nCG4001: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)\nEE4001: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)\nIE4100: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)\nME4101: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)\nCE4104: B.Eng. Dissertation (8 MC)\nESE4502: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)\nMLE4101: B.Eng. Dissertation (12 MC)","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EG5911","ModuleTitle":"Research Methodology & Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with the background knowledge on how to conduct research, based on best practices. Issues on good international ethical practices, technical writing skills and skills in scientific presentations will also be taught to the students. The mode of teaching will be based on integrated classroom lecture combined with interactive small group discussion for the lab session. Students will be assessed through assignment in addition to taking an online quiz.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"2-0-2-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL1101E","ModuleTitle":"The Nature of Language","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This introductory overview of linguistics aims at equipping students with a solid foundation in the object, methods and goals of the science of spoken language, the prime tool of human communication. Through a principled analysis of patterns of sound, form and meaning at the levels of word, sentence and text, students will gain insight into what it means to say that language is a rule-governed system and an organic whole. The results of this exploration will be useful to those interested in the relationship between language and mind, society and culture.","CrossModule":"GEK1011","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.","Preclusion":"GEK1011","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL2102","ModuleTitle":"The Sound System of English","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to phonetics, which is concerned with how speech sounds are made. We will learn about the human speech apparatus in detail, and the mechanisms that are involved in speech sound production. The focus is on the sound inventory of English. We will develop a set of rules which tell us how sounds are combined into syllables and syllables into even larger units, such as feet. We will learn some of the common sound changes and ways to analyze such changes. The module teaches basic conceptual tools that will allow students to analyze the sound  system of English.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"EL1101E or GEK1011","Preclusion":"EL2202","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL2151","ModuleTitle":"Social Variation in English","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module considers how variation in language use relates to broader variation in the daily experiences of individuals and groups. Students examine how language constructs cultural abstractions such as social class, gender, and power relations and how these abstractions play out in language varieties and shape their defining characteristics. The module should appeal to students who wish to explore the interaction of language and society by drawing on linguistics, sociology, anthropology, and psychology, and to understand the practical implications of language variation for language policy and language education in multilingual societies such as Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"EL1101E or GEK1011","Preclusion":"EL2251","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL3203","ModuleTitle":"Semantics and Pragmatics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the key concepts in semantics and pragmatics.  In order to test the usefulness of these concepts, students will learn to apply them to the analysis of data.  The major topics covered may include some or all of the following: sense; reference; mental representation; word meaning and lexical relations, event and participant types; conceptual structure; deixis; entailment and presupposition; the role of context in interpretation; conventional and conversational implicatures; direct and indirect speech acts; and politeness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EL1101E or GEK1011","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL3205","ModuleTitle":"Morphology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to the study of word structure. It presents an overview of the major theoretical debates in this field and compares the main approaches to morphological analysis. Starting with the core areas of inflection and derivation, we examine the distinction between words and phrases, as well as the interactions between morphology and syntax on the one hand, and phonology on the other. The synchronic study of word structure is covered, as are the phenomena of diachronic change, such as analogy and grammaticalisation. Students will be exposed to a broad range of morphological phenomena from different languages.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(i) EL1101E or GEK1011, and (ii) EL2101/EL2201 or EL2102/EL2202","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EL3213","ModuleTitle":"Language Typology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The study of language typology and universals is concerned with the evaluation of how the various linguistic subsystems in any language differ from those\r\nfound in most other languages, and whether linguistic diversity is a norm or otherwise. In this introduction to typology, students will acquire a fundamental overview of the grammatical make-up of languages, and an appreciation for an important approach in contemporary linguistics. Language typology contributes to and draws on core areas of linguistics such as phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, and language\r\nacquisition, among others.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EL2101 or EL2201","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL3216","ModuleTitle":"Language and the Internet","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The vast worldwide computer network collectively known as the Internet (and its graphical interface, the World Wide Web) provides a new environment and technologies of communication (e.g. Internet Relay Chat, bulletin board systems etc) that challenge current assumptions regarding the nature of speech, writing, community and society. Since English is the principal language of the Internet, this module aims to examine the ways in which the language is being (re)formulated on the Web, especially in multilingual settings. The module focuses on the study and management of electronic language evidence on the Web.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EL1101E or GEK1011","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL3221","ModuleTitle":"Literary Stylistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students to the analysis of literary texts by using linguistic and discourse analytical tools. A functional grammar approach that has proven to be useful for stylistic analysis will be used. Through the application of this grammar, various aspects of style in literary works will be examined. Students will also be studying the relevant concepts for the study of the language of local and postcolonial literary works. This module is intended for students with some knowledge of linguistics and an interest in literature.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Passed one Level-1000 or 2000 module in EL, or GEK1011","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL4203","ModuleTitle":"Semantics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The goal of this module is to develop a concrete, compositional mapping between the syntactic structure of linguistic expressions and their interpreted meanings, based primarily on the study of English data. Emphasis will be placed on precise, formal descriptions of meanings as truth conditions and their computation. The contribution of the conversational context will also be discussed. Basic knowledge of English syntactic structure will be assumed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EL and EL3201, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL4251","ModuleTitle":"Social Thought in Language","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an overview of key social theories that explore the nature of language and its social foundations. Through an examination of how language occupies a central position in contemporary social theory, it considers how such insight may be incorporated into the study of language in social context. In particular, it explores how different social theories may offer varying perspectives on the socially embedded nature of language, linguistic constitution of social relations, and language as power.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EL, and EL2251 or EL2151, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL4252","ModuleTitle":"Interactional Discourse","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on how the phenomenon of discourse might be analysed and will consider how a number of frameworks can be used in a complementary fashion to give a fuller description of discourse. These include the frameworks of register and genre; speech-act theory; co-operation; face and politeness; exchange structure and conversation analysis. This module is appropriate for students reading or intending to read English Language honours.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL4253","ModuleTitle":"Language, Gender, and Text","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This is a module on feminist thought and gender research scholarship. Using select texts, students will be introduced to the language and gender literature, and then guided through textual critique from a feminist viewpoint. In this way, this module introduces students to some key feminist linguistic issues and what it means to read from a feminist viewpoint. This module is suitable for students with a keen interest in feminism and gender issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EL or 28 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The Honours Thesis is usually done in the final semester of a student's pursuing an Honours degree. Students intending to read this module are expected to consult prospective supervisors the semester before they read this module and provide a research proposal.  A wide range of topics is acceptable provided it highlights a language issue.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-1-0-12-24.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 60 MCs of EL major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2013-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EL major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50, or with recommendation by the programme committee. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of EL major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50, or with recommendation by the programme committee. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"EL4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012-2015: Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in EL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20. Cohort 2016 onwards: Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in EL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"EL4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL4880B","ModuleTitle":"Exploring Second Language Writing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores current research in second language writing and encompasses the investigation of both processes and products of writing. The module will draw on theories principally developed from first language research. The topics addressed will include theories in writing, composing processes (planning, transcribing, and revising), methodology of writing research (concurrent think-aloud and retrospection), written text features (textual and grammatical), assessment of writing (holistic and analytical rubrics), and characteristics of writers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in EL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"EL5880B, EL5880BR","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EL5101","ModuleTitle":"Grammatical Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to ground graduate students in a solid conceptual, analytical, and empirical foundation for doing research in syntax and semantics. It examines a range of core empirical phenomena that have been important in the development of modern linguistic theory and that remain central to current linguistic frameworks (e.g. passive, infinitival constructions, relative clauses, wh-constructions, binding, etc.). Core theoretical notions to be covered include: phrase structure, grammatical relations, subcategorization, and lexical entries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the university or with the approval of the Department.  ","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EL5101R","ModuleTitle":"Grammatical Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to ground graduate students in a solid conceptual, analytical, and empirical foundation for doing research in syntax and semantics. It examines a range of core empirical phenomena that have been important in the development of modern linguistic theory and that remain central to current linguistic frameworks (e.g. passive, infinitival constructions, relative clauses, wh-constructions, binding, etc.). Core theoretical notions to be covered include: phrase structure, grammatical relations, subcategorization, and lexical entries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the university or with the approval of the Department.  ","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EL5103","ModuleTitle":"Language in Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module surveys major approaches and current issues relevant to the study of language in society. It aims to familiarize students with a range of theoretical and conceptual frameworks they may refer to in addressing sociolinguistic questions across a variety of sites and to provide general principles that they may consider when engaged in the study of language in social context. For this purpose, it will critically discuss classical and contemporary research to explore the historical background, prevailing assumptions, methodological perspectives, and analytic strengths of different approaches to language in society, and consider recent developments in the field.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"EL5250","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EL5103R","ModuleTitle":"Language in Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module surveys major approaches and current issues relevant to the study of language in society. It aims to familiarize students with a range of theoretical and conceptual frameworks they may refer to in addressing sociolinguistic questions across a variety of sites and to provide general principles that they may consider when engaged in the study of language in social context. For this purpose, it will critically discuss classical and contemporary research to explore the historical background, prevailing assumptions, methodological perspectives, and analytic strengths of different approaches to language in society, and consider recent developments in the field.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"EL5250","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EL5216","ModuleTitle":"Corpus Linguistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module takes an empirical approach to linguistic investigation: it bases claims largely on computer-aided analyses of electronic datasets that are either manually built with linguistic purposes in mind or those that are readily found on the Web. With special reference to English, relevant topics will be introduced to suit particular needs; the corpus-linguistic methodology blends well with various linguistic levels, including grammar, lexis and discourse. This module does not assume any expert computing knowledge; while no computer programming will be introduced, participants will receive hands-on training in the use of standard corpus-linguistic programs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-2-3-2","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL5216R","ModuleTitle":"Corpus Linguistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module takes an empirical approach to linguistic investigation: it bases claims largely on computer-aided analyses of electronic datasets that are either manually built with linguistic purposes in mind or those that are readily found on the Web. With special reference to English, relevant topics will be introduced to suit particular needs; the corpus-linguistic methodology blends well with various linguistic levels, including grammar, lexis and discourse. This module does not assume any expert computing knowledge; while no computer programming will be introduced, participants will receive hands-on training in the use of standard corpus-linguistic programs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-2-3-2","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL5251","ModuleTitle":"APPROACHES TO DISCOURSE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore approaches to analyzing both written and spoken discourses. Students will learn the analytical tools used to describe features of both modes of discourses. They will be encouraged to explore current research in discourse analysis. There may be a specific focus on particular kinds of discourse (classroom, computer-mediated, media, legal, political, etc.), depending on the expertise and interest of the lecturer. Students will be encouraged to collect and analyse their own data for the assignment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL5251R","ModuleTitle":"APPROACHES TO DISCOURSE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore approaches to analyzing both written and spoken discourses. Students will learn the analytical tools used to describe features of both modes of discourses. They will be encouraged to explore current research in discourse analysis. There may be a specific focus on particular kinds of discourse (classroom, computer-mediated, media, legal, political, etc.), depending on the expertise and interest of the lecturer. Students will be encouraged to collect and analyse their own data for the assignment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EL5660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education.  The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in English Language in depth.  The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module.  A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details.  Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required.  Regular meetings and reports are expected.  Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL6660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education.  The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Language Study in depth.  The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module.  Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval is required.  Regular meetings and reports are expected.  Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instruction","Preclusion":"Nil ","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL6770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/05.  The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects.  The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing.  Each student is required to present a formal research paper.  Active participation in all research presentations is expected.  The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded \"Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory\" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instructor","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EL6884","ModuleTitle":"TOPICS IN APPLIED LINGUISTICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This advanced seminar provides graduate students with opportunities to undertake and report applied linguistic research in areas of negotiated choice, to develop a situated understanding of applied linguistics as a theoretically informed professional field of enquiry, and to generate spoken and written\r\noutcomes that reach, or closely approximate to, internationally publishable standards. Topics may range from critical re-theorising of applied linguistics itself to suitably informed\r\ninvestigations relating to language in action and communicative practices, in such domains as speech therapy, classroom language learning, teaching and assessment, translation, business, legal services, news reporting and broadcasting,\r\nand other social and workplace settings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EM1001","ModuleTitle":"Foundation English Course 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EM1002","ModuleTitle":"Foundation English Course 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EM1201","ModuleTitle":"English for Academic Purposes (Music) 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Music Programme from AY2009/10 onwards.  Students who score Band C in the YSTCM English Placement Test or students who have passed Foundation English Course 2 are required to read this module.","Preclusion":"AR1000, BE1000, ID1000, ET1000 / NK1001 / EA1101 / EG1471 / ES1301 / ES1101 / ES1102 / ES1103 and EM1101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EM1202","ModuleTitle":"English for Academic Purposes (Music) 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Music programme from AY2009/10 onwards. Students who score Band B in the YSTCM English Placement Test or students who have passed English for Academic Purposes (Music) 1 are required to read this module.","Preclusion":"AR1000, BE1000, ID1000, ET1000 / NK1001 / EA1101 / EG1471 / ES1301 / ES1101 / ES1102 / ES1103 and EM1101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN1101E","ModuleTitle":"An Introduction to Literary Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Human beings are 'tale-telling animals'. We all tell stories, and we all listen to them, read them and watch them. This module looks at the ways in which people tell stories, the kinds of stories they tell, and the meanings those stories generate. It focuses, in particular, upon the telling, and gives special attention to questions concerned with that. Texts include a novel, a play, films, short stories, poems and oral tales.","CrossModule":"GEK1000","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Exempted from or passed the NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.","Preclusion":"GEK1000","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN2202","ModuleTitle":"Critical Reading","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Critical reading is the essential skill of literary studies. It involves close attention to individual words and phrases, to figures of speech, to the structures of sentences and texts, to literary form and genre, and to historical context. It gives attention to the implicit connotations of language, as well as to its explicit denotations. This module sets out to inculcate in students the skills of critical reading and help them pay attention to and evaluate textual detail. It will be organised as a series of seminars in which students develop and practice skills by reading short texts and\r\nextracts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"(1) EN1101E or GEK1000, and (2) EN majors","Preclusion":"EN3274 Critical Reading","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EN2275","ModuleTitle":"Writing About Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"As if writing itself were not hard enough, literature modules include highly challenging texts. Putting the problem of writing to the fore, this course develops the student’s ability to write persuasive and elegant essays about ambiguity, subjectivity, figurative language, and so forth. While writing essays of various length, students will learn to develop their analyses and to use various kinds of evidence (including secondary criticism and literary theory) with greater precision.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"EN1101E or GEK1000. Open to EN majors only.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN3223","ModuleTitle":"Nineteenth Century Literature & Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The module will cover selected poetic and prose writings from the Victorian period, an age that witnessed the nineteenth century's most historically important developments. Students will be directed to study literary and other cultural works with the historical context in mind.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: EN1101E or GEK1000.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (i) EN1101E or GEK1000, AND (ii) at least one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"So long as students have fulfilled EN1101E/GEK1000, they may take this EN level-3000 module in the same semester as they are taking one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)."},{"ModuleCode":"EN3224","ModuleTitle":"The Twentieth Century","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Drawing from all three genres of fiction, drama and poetry, this module presents a survey of the literature of Britain in the 20th-century. We explore the writing of this century through two of its most important literary paradigms, namely the literary modernism of the early decades and the postmodern era following WWII. Students will encounter a century characterized by extensive aesthetic innovation, active political engagement and the acute registering of social change. Subjects covered include modernism, postmodernism and issues of art, language and representation. Writers we study include T. S. Eliot, James Joyce, Harold Pinter, Jeanette Winterson and Virginia Woolf.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: EN1101E or GEK1000.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (i) EN1101E or GEK1000, AND (ii) at least one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"So long as students have fulfilled EN1101E/GEK1000, they may take this EN level-3000 module in the same semester as they are taking one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)."},{"ModuleCode":"EN3227","ModuleTitle":"Romanticism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will look at 'Romanticism' as it manifests in English and European literature.  The set of texts and supplementary readings are intended to provide the student with an introduction to the socio-historical background to the Romantic period and to some of the tropes and ideas that may be said to form the nucleus of the term 'Romanticism'; for example, feeling, liberty, the inner life, the overreacher, revolution, the relationship to the past, the relationship between the city and the country, etc.  To complement the texts being taught, the contributions of the other arts (painting, music), will also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: EN1101E or GEK1000.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (i) EN1101E or GEK1000, AND (ii) at least one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"So long as students have fulfilled EN1101E/GEK1000, they may take this EN level-3000 module in the same semester as they are taking one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)."},{"ModuleCode":"EN3242","ModuleTitle":"History of Film","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introductory survey of the history of the motion picture from its invention up to the present. We will look at the way that the medium has developed as an art and a business.  In addition, we will examine a number of different film movements around the world as well as key filmmakers and genres. Lectures and readings will consider film's relationship to society as well as to other cultural forms. This course aims to provide students with a critical perspective on the complex forces that have shaped the motion picture's evolutionary phases.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EN2203 or EN2204","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN3245","ModuleTitle":"Feminism: Text & Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to introduce students to central concepts in feminism, and apply these to the analysis of literary texts, to arrive at an understanding of gender dichotomies that influence the writing and reading of texts.  A range of feminist texts, from Virginia Woolf, Simone De Beauvoir, Kate Millett etc, to contemporary feminist critics, will be explored. These theoretical concepts will be used to analyse texts from different genres including short stories, plays, novels, visual texts etc. Students will be expected to engage with feminism as both an ideology and a literary tool of analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: EN1101E or GEK1000, or a minimum of 12 MCs of EL modules.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (i) EN1101E or GEK1000, or (ii) a minimum of 12 MCs of EL modules, AND (iii) at least one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"So long as students have fulfilled EN1101E/GEK1000, they may take this EN level-3000 module in the same semester as they are taking one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)."},{"ModuleCode":"EN3248","ModuleTitle":"Reading the Horror Film","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Genre consideration is important to film studies. It enables us to assess the ways in which a director works with or deviates from conventional audience  expectations, to consider how a particular film is distinctive from other films whose generic features it reiterates, etc. This module focuses on the “horror genre” to introduce students to the significance of genre analysis in film studies. Invoking this specific genre, students analyze (a) the relationship between film and popular culture; (b) academic debates around the production, meaning, experience, and consumption of “texts”; and (c) film’s commentary on issues of identity, ideology, gender, and sexuality.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"EN2203","Preclusion":"EN2204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN3263","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Literature in Context","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Using selected Singapore texts from a variety of different genres, this module aims to enable students to explore the historical roots and contemporary relevance of literary production in Singapore. Beginning with colonial writing, the module moves through considerations of national and postcolonial literatures to the contemporary concerns. Given Singapore's history, the notion of a "Singapore" text will be used creatively in order to reflect upon the growth of Singaporean identity and culture, and literary texts from other countries in the region may be used for comparative purposes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: EN1101E or GEK1000, or GCE ‘A’ Level Literature or equivalent.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (i) EN1101E or GEK1000, or GCE ‘A’ Level Literature or equivalent, AND (ii) EN2201 or EN2202 or EN2203 or EN2204 or EN2205 or EN2207","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"So long as students have fulfilled EN1101E/GEK1000, they may take this EN level-3000 module in the same semester as they are taking one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)."},{"ModuleCode":"EN3264","ModuleTitle":"In Other Wor(l)ds: Post -colonial Theory & Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an intensive introduction to key topics in post-colonial theory through an overview of representative literary and theoretical texts. The syllabus demonstrates the vexed significance of the “post” in post-colonial cultural traditions. In tracing how decolonization remains bound up with older, colonial forms of knowledge/power, we approach post-coloniality as an aftermath. Through a range of writerly forms and cultural media, we identify the post-colonial in the question of “tradition” and its centrality to “non-Western” modernity; in inscriptions of race/ethnicity/sexuality into Third World humanism; as the mourning for a vanishing past; as aesthetic resistance to homogenizing processes of modernization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: EN1101E or GEK1000.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (i) EN1101E or GEK1000, AND (ii) at least one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"So long as students have fulfilled EN1101E/GEK1000, they may take this EN level-3000 module in the same semester as they are taking one of the following modules (EN2201, EN2202, EN2203, EN2204, EN2205, EN2207)."},{"ModuleCode":"EN3271","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Playwriting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"In this module students will write (and rewrite!) two fulllength plays of no less than 60 minutes in length. These\r\n\r\nwill be critiqued intensively by their classmates and by the\r\n\r\ninstructor. Students are at liberty to pick their own topics\r\n\r\nand genres. Specific historical or critical readings and\r\n\r\ndramatic texts will be assigned based on individual\r\n\r\nstudents interests (e.g. musical theatre, Theatre of the\r\n\r\nOppressed). This is a demanding creative writing module\r\n\r\nrequiring self-direction and artistic independence.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"EN2271 or permission of instructor.","Preclusion":"TS4212","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EN4227","ModuleTitle":"Five Years in the Eighteenth Century","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Literary texts are the products of their time. Personal histories, professional rivalries, contemporary texts, visual images, political circumstances, intellectual trends, the publishing market – shape and influence the production of plays, poems, novels. This module will examine the literary history of one small segment of the eighteenth century in order both to understand texts in their context, and to develop skills of literary historical research. The five years under consideration might vary with different iterations of the module, but the foci will remain the same. The module will always concentrate on two general topics, and on two or three major works.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs including 28 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"EN4234","ModuleTitle":"Pynchon and the Poetics of Information","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the poetics of information in post-industrial society. At its core lies the oeuvre of Thomas Pynchon, whose novels will be read as a critical\r\nmeta-narrative of the informational turn in Western society since the 1960s. Besides obvious technological effects and the accelerated exchange it enables, how has the new, informational paradigm affected our psychology, everyday life and work; our understandings of place and community, of history and culture? Rather than placing Pynchon within a literary canon, seminars will be thematic studies, drawing on a wide range of critical theory, cultural history, and critiques of\r\nglobalisation and technology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs including 28 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EN4242","ModuleTitle":"Modern Critical Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module trains students in the reading and analysis of influential texts in critical theory, as the basis for examining the production and historical grounds of textual meaning. This survey course provides a comprehensive understanding of major critical theories of the twentieth century: post-structuralism and discourse-analysis, psychoanalysis, twentieth-century Marxism, and post-colonial studies. Close readings of Foucault, Lacan and Adorno in particular, will equip students to engage in wide-ranging and sometimes complex debates about critical approaches to the study of cultural meaning, its production and interpretation. The module targets students with interests in critical questions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs including 28 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN4245","ModuleTitle":"Narrative, Narration, Auteur","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the process of narrative construction and narration in relation to an 'auteur' approach that considers film authorship in terms of a director's 'signature style'.\r\n\r\nThrough close analysis of the work of three different directors, we will:\r\n\r\n1) explore the relationship between form, ideology and narrative, and the influence of the socio-cultural context on storytelling and meaning making;\r\n\r\n2) pursue and evaluate the auteur theory - Who is an author, specifically in film, where teamwork is everything? What makes a director an auteur?  What cultural and/or ideological implications reside in the development, alteration or evolution of an auteur's style?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs including 28 MCs in EN, or 28 MCs in TS, and EN2203, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The Honours Thesis is usually done in the final semester of a student's pursuing an Honours degree.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-1-0-12-24.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 60 MCs of EN major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2013-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EN major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50, or with recommendation by the programme committee. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of EN major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50, or with recommendation by the programme committee. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"EN4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012-2015:\r\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\r\n\r\nCohort 2016 onwards:\r\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"EN4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN4880A","ModuleTitle":"Usurpation and Authority, 1558-1674","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the twinned ideas of usurpation and transgression in English Renaissance literature, analyzing the attempt to cross boundaries that define the norm in the polity and in moral, religious, and sexual spheres. We will look at how hierarchies established by religion, government, and custom seek to maintain and to justify the status quo. We will ask how literary texts register\r\nawareness of, and enter into dialogue with, these hierarchies. Different genres such as the play, the love lyric, the devotional lyric, and the epic will be invoked for our analysis of the cultural preoccupation with usurpation and transgression.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs including 28 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN5235","ModuleTitle":"POLITICS AND LITERATURE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"EN5235 is a focused examination of the various senses of \"political literature\".  One may say \"all literature is ideological\", but this course raises doubts that \"everything is political\" in a significant way. This course examines the differences between \"ideology\" and \"politics\" in relation to literature. The course considers works that challenge conventional distinctions such as that between \"propaganda\" and \"literature\". Students will test definitions of  \"the political\" on a variety of texts.\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN5235R","ModuleTitle":"Politics and Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"EN5235 is a focused examination of the various senses of \"political literature\".  One may say \"all literature is ideological\", but this course raises doubts that \"everything is political\" in a significant way. This course examines the differences between \"ideology\" and \"politics\" in relation to literature. The course considers works that challenge conventional distinctions such as that between \"propaganda\" and \"literature\". Students will test definitions of  \"the political\" on a variety of texts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN5236","ModuleTitle":"THE LITERATURE OF THE ASIAN DIASPORA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module invites students to think across cultures about the literature of Asian peoples in the English-speaking world.  Examining literature produced by and about Asians living in Britain, Australia, North America, Africa, and the Caribbean, it probes the similarities and differences in the experience of migration as understood by different Asian groups, as well as by members of the same ethnicity inhabiting different regions. The course traces changes in mainstream attitudes towards Asian immigrants from racist demonizations to model minorities and their effect on literary production. Texts will be complemented by readings in Asian and Asian American Studies and postcolonial theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EN5236R","ModuleTitle":"THE LITERATURE OF THE ASIAN DIASPORA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module invites students to think across cultures about the literature of Asian peoples in the English-speaking world.  Examining literature produced by and about Asians living in Britain, Australia, North America, Africa, and the Caribbean, it probes the similarities and differences in the experience of migration as understood by different Asian groups, as well as by members of the same ethnicity inhabiting different regions. The course traces changes in mainstream attitudes towards Asian immigrants from racist demonizations to model minorities and their effect on literary production. Texts will be complemented by readings in Asian and Asian American Studies and postcolonial theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EN5660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in English Literature in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. The Head’s and/or Graduate Coordinator’s approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.\r\n\r\nRemark: (1) Word limit: 5,000 – 6,000 words. (2) Workload: Minimum 10 hours per week. The precise breakdown of contact hours, assignment and preparation is to be worked out between the lecturer and the student, subject to Departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate student in the university or with the approval of the Department.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EN6102","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED CRITICAL READING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module is an advanced graduate class in critical reading. In it students develop three main areas of competence: 1) knowledge of different critical traditions; 2) awareness of the various problems of reading and interpretation; and 3) close reading of texts informed by the knowledge of (1) and the awareness of (2). In keeping with the advanced nature of the module, much of the responsibility for the direction of the work falls upon the students. Students will explore the texts of a few key thinkers and learn to understand some of the basic principles of critical theory.  They will learn to apply specific reading strategies to selected texts and to raise questions about the reading process and its contexts.  The emphasis throughout is on the development of students' critical awareness of positions, strategies and possibilities of interpretation. The module is a core course for research students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instructor.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EN6660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education.  The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in English Literature in depth.  The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module.  A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details.  Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required.  Regular meetings and reports are expected.  Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instructor.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EN6770","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and Ph.D. students admitted from AY2004/ 05. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded “Satisfactory/ Unsatisfactory” on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instructor","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EN6880","ModuleTitle":"Topics in the New Literatures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module trains students in select key texts in the new literatures and their social contexts.  It locates those literatures in the cultural histories of nationalism, postcolonialism, modernization, intertextuality and related topics.  The module is intended for graduate students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ENV1101","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Studies: An Interdisciplinary Overview","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"Using a multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary perspective, this module provides a historical and epistemological overview of environmental studies. Environmental studies underscore the long tradition in both eastern and western thought and philosophies of human-nature relationships. This module highlights the importance of demography, society, culture, and religion as important variables in understanding the complex equations of environmental processes, changes, adaptations and impacts. The module hopes to bring together current environmental and climate change issues as well as challenges; interrogate the options available in various ways: nature conservation, technological fixes, shifting consumption patterns, alternative energies, environmental education, changing public civic behavior, economic management policies and legal enforcements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"For students in the Environmental Studies Programme.","Preclusion":"GEM1903","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ENV1202","ModuleTitle":"Communications for Environmental Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for undergraduate students\r\npursuing the degree in the Bachelor of Environmental\r\nStudies with the aim of helping them to develop critical\r\nthinking, reading, writing and speaking skills that are\r\nrelevant for communication with the academia and public.\r\nThe curriculum is organised along three main interrelated\r\nareas: 1) Communication with the public: Raising public\r\nawareness of environmental issues through science-based\r\nadvocacy , 2) Communication with the academia:\r\nDeveloping skills in academic writing, 3) Argumentation\r\nwithin environmental studies: Examining environmental\r\nissues using the Precautionary Principle.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"Students who are required to complete ES1000 Basic English and/or ES1102/ES1103 English for Academic Purposes must first do so before they are allowed to read this module.","Preclusion":"SP1202","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ENV2101","ModuleTitle":"Global Environmental Change","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"As a continuation of ENV1101, this module examines the role of human activities such as technological changes, increasing urbanization, market forces and economics, as well as ongoing geopolitical forces in environmental and climate change. Using current global environmental and climate change challenges, this module discusses various ways communities and societies have utilized indigenous knowledge (folk science), scientific evaluations, technological innovations, societal regulations and laws, environmental monitoring (benchmarking, quality controls), and policy prescriptions (based on scientific and societal evaluations) in environmental management at various scales. The module hopes to engage students in thinking about adaptive and mitigation options, both locally and globally in relation to reduced environmental sustainability.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-6-2","Prerequisite":"ENV1101","Preclusion":"LSM3272","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ENV2103","ModuleTitle":"The Environment and Public Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"Public Health is defined as \"the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals.\" Environmental health addresses all the physical, chemical, and biological factors external to a person, and all the related factors impacting behaviours. It encompasses the assessment and control of those environmental factors that can potentially affect health. It is targeted towards preventing disease and creating health-supportive environments.\r\nThis module provides an introduction to public health and environmental health, and the management of contemporary environmental health issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"For students in the Environmental Studies Programme.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ENV3103","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comprehensive coverage of environmental economics and has been structured on the premise that course participants have little background in economics. The main objective of the module is to illustrate the following premises: the natural environment is the core of any economy and economic sustainability cannot be attained without environmental sustainability. The module consists of three parts, namely microeconomics of the environment, macroeconomics of the environment and environmental policy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-3-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"For Environmental Studies students who have passed EC1101E or EC1301","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ENV3202","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Studies Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for undergraduate students pursuing the Bachelor of Environmental Studies degree with the aim of helping them gain working experience in\nthe environmental industry during their undergraduate study and to prepare them for employment after graduation.\n\nThe module requires students to perform a structured and supervised internship in a company/organization for 10-12 weeks during Special Terms. Through regular meetings and feedback with internship supervisors and BES academic advisors, students will assimilate and translate knowledge acquired from the curriculum to performing tasks and assignments in the actual working environment, giving them an extra edge when transiting to the work force.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"For BES students only. Students must have completed at least 2 regular semesters of studies at the point of application.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES1000","ModuleTitle":"Basic English","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This is a required course for students whose Qualifying English Test results show that they would benefit from basic English language skills support. Students in the course must pass it before they are allowed to read the next required English course, English for Academic Purposes (ES1102/ES1103). The purpose of ES1000 is to improve the students' English language skills in reading, writing and grammar. These skills are taught, reviewed and reinforced through online, inclass and appropriate out-of-class activities. Assignments include reflections, written assignments and progress tests.\nThis module is taught over 1 semester with a two-hour online lecture/discussion/quiz and a two-hour sectional teaching per week.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"2-2-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"Placement through the Qualifying English Test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES1102","ModuleTitle":"English for Academic Purposes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"ES1102 is an English for Academic Purposes module aimed at addressing the English language needs of students in their academic courses. These language needs include comprehension of academic texts, synthesis and integration of information into student texts, use of organizational patterns in expository writing, documentation of sources, writing a range of academic genres, monitoring one’s own progress, understanding why and how to practise academic integrity; accurate use of grammar in context, and devising a plan to improve one’s writing.   This module adopts a reading-into-writing approach using themed readings as springboard texts for student writing and provides students opportunities for analysing and internalizing patterns of text organization. ES1102  is taught over 12 weeks or 48 contact hours, with each group meeting twice a week for two-hour tutorials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"1. Placement through the Qualifying English Test or a pass in ES1000.\n2. Only students who matriculated in AY2015/2016 and before are allowed to take ES1102.","Preclusion":"AR1000, BE1000, ID1000, ET1000/NK1001/EA1101/EG1471/ES1301/ES1101, EM1101, ES1103.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ES1103","ModuleTitle":"English for Academic Purposes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"ES1103 serves as a bridging course for students who have taken the university’s Qualifying English Test and are deemed to require additional language support for the academic context. It aims to equip students with the knowledge of the academic genre and the ability to apply such knowledge in academic communication. The module adopts a reading-into-writing approach using themed readings as springboard texts for students’ writing and provides opportunities for analysing and internalising ways of organising academic texts. Students will acquire essential academic skills required to cope with the rigour of academic writing at a tertiary level.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"1. Placement through the Qualifying English Test or a pass in ES1000. \n\n2. Only students who matriculated in AY2016/17 and onwards can take ES1103","Preclusion":"ES1102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES1501A","ModuleTitle":"Critical Thinking and Expository Writing: Up Close and Public: Designing Public Persona","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"A vital element in giving an effective public performance is presenting a credible persona. In this course, you will examine concepts such as role and identity, speaker credibility, talk and gestures, and audience perception. You will explore the innateness and invention of specific speech traits and behaviours—with a focus on how a public persona is strengthened or attenuated, and shaped—by analyzing various performances (i.e., interview, roundtable discussion, public talk, and the US presidential debate 2012). The course assignments are expected to demonstrate your understanding of these human communication concepts and specific applications of your analysis outcomes in constructing a credible public persona in presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"1.Students who are required to take ES1000 Basic English and/or ES1102/ES1103 English for Academic Purposes must pass the modules before they are allowed to read this module.\n2. FOE students should have sat for one of following examinations and obtained the grade required as indicated below in order to be eligible for ES1501%:\na. Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level, General Paper (A grade)\nb. Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level, Knowledge Inquiry (A grade)\nc. International Baccalaureate, Theory of Knowledge (A grade)\nd. NUS High School of Mathematics and Science, EL5102 English for Academic Purposes Critical Reading & Writing (A grade)\ne. NUS High School of Mathematics and Science, EL5101 Language in Society II and EL6103 Language in Society III (A- grade for both modules).\n3. Global Engineering Programme (GEP) and Double Degree Programme (DDP) students who obtained the minimum grade required as indicated below are also eligible to read ES1501%:\na. Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level, General Paper (B grade)\nb. Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level, Knowledge Inquiry (B grade)\nc. International Baccalaureate, Theory of Knowledge (B grade)\nd. NUS High School of Mathematics and Science, EL5102 English for Academic Purposes Critical Reading & Writing (B grade)\ne. NUS High School of Mathematics and Science, EL5101 Language in Society II and EL6103 Language in Society III (B- grade for both modules)","Preclusion":"1. Students who have already read a WP2201%, IEM1201%, UTW1001%, ES1201G, ES1201L, ES1601 or ES1501% module.\r\n\r\n2. FOE students will be exempted from ES1531 and ES2331 if they have successfully completed ES1501%.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ES1531","ModuleTitle":"Critical Thinking And Writing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to help students think critically through analysing arguments and presenting their arguments effectively. Relevance to engineering practice will be emphasized with reference to Goldberg’s seven missing basics in engineering education. Ideas/claims/assertions/inferences are value driven and their successful communication is structured on sound reasoning and convincing expression. In the course, students will learn critical thinking skills through interaction with and rigorous analysis of various written texts. They will assess the arguments of others and develop their own, support them convincingly and convey them effectively in a critical evaluation and problem-solution research paper.","CrossModule":",GET1021","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"1. Students who are required to read ES1000 and/or EAP modules ES1102/ES1103 must pass it/them before taking ES1531/GEK1549.\n2. Only students matriculated in AY2014/15 are allowed to take GEK1549.","Preclusion":"EG1413, Students who have already read WP2201%, IEM1201% or UTW1001% module, GEK1901, U-town students cannot bid for ES1531/GEK1549. GET1021.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES1541","ModuleTitle":"Exploring Science Communication through Popular Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"The ES1541 module aims to equip students with the relevant knowledge and skills of how to communicate complex scientific content in ways that are comprehensible and accessible to non-experts. The module presents principles and strategies to deepen students’ understanding of the differences between scientific academic texts such as research reports and popular science genres such as science news articles (Haupt, 2014). Students will be exposed to popular science texts in various scientific disciplines, which will serve as the basis for group discussions, individual presentations and the writing of science news articles targeted at the educated non-specialist audience.","CrossModule":"SP1541","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students from Cohort 2013 and 2014. If students are required to take ES1000 (Basic English) and ES1102 (English for Academic Purposes), they must complete them before taking ES1541.","Preclusion":"Those who have taken SP1203, ENV1202, SP2171, SP1541, UTown and USP writing modules, ES1601 are precluded from taking ES1541.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ES1601","ModuleTitle":"Professional and Academic Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to enable students to communicate and write in two main contexts -industry/workplace and academic. It is twinned with GEQ1917 Understanding and Critiquing Sustainability and is read over two semesters. Therefore, the teaching/learning of targeted communication and writing skills are drawn upon the requirements, tasks, assignments, and projects of GEQ1917. By situating communication in different contexts, students learn to shape, articulate and express their ideas, thoughts and messages depending on the audience, purpose, media and platform.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"ES1000 and/or ES1102/ES1103","Preclusion":"CS2101 Effective Communication for Computing Professional, IS2101 Business and Technical Communication, ES2331 Communicating Engineering, ES2002 Business Communication, ES2007S & ES2007D Professional Communication, ES1541/SP1541 Exploring Science Communication through Popular Science, ES1501%.","Corequisite":"GEQ1917"},{"ModuleCode":"ES2002","ModuleTitle":"Business Communication for Leaders (BBA)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip students with the business communication skills they need to be recognized as leaders among stakeholders – colleagues, superiors, and customers/clients. Working within a dynamic and connected 21st century simulated workplace, students as “executives” will learn critical skill-sets in influential leadership communication in formal and informal business settings: pitching; teamwork, meeting and negotiation; relationship, goodwill and trust-building; and thinking on their feet. The module will emphasise core principles of audience-centred, objective-driven, and context-sensitive communication; intentional, reflective and mindful communication; oral communication fundamentals of verbal, vocal, visual and aural skills; and the 7 C’s of effective business communication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-3-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Students who are required to read ES1000 must pass it before taking ES2002.","Preclusion":"MNO2706 Business Communication for Leaders (ACC), IS2101 Business and Technical Communication, ES2007D Professional Communication, ES1601 Professional and Academic Communication, UWC2101% Writing and Critical Thinking","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES2007D","ModuleTitle":"Professional Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This course teaches receptive and productive communication techniques needed in increasingly global and competitive environments.  Students learn to generate and organize ideas for clear, convincing and effective oral and written messages; present these ideas with linguistic and graphic competence, and deliver messages appropriate to their audience, context and purpose. The topics covered are: the fundamentals of communication, and the language, format, content, organization and focus of different types of oral and written communication.  Evaluation comprises continual assessment (60%) and a final examination (40%).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Students required to take ES1000 and ES1102/ES1103 must clear those courses first before taking ES2007D.","Preclusion":"CS2301, ES2002, ES2007S, IS2101, CS2101, CG1413, ES1601.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES2331","ModuleTitle":"Communicating Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to help students communicate competently and ethically in various communication situations. This will be done through rigorous and critical analyses of communicative texts and events, as well as applications of the principles of effective communication. In the process, the course also helps develop students’ understanding of how their identities and values are shaped in (and are shaping) engineering practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"If students are required to take ES1000 (Basic English) and/or ES1102/ES1103 (English for Academic Purposes), they must complete and pass these modules before taking ES2331.","Preclusion":"ES1501%, ES1601, UTown students from cohort AY2014/15 and before should not be allowed to bid for the module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES2660","ModuleTitle":"Communicating in the Information Age","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"In a context of prolific production and convenient access to content and innovation in the Information Age, how should one critically process and clearly communicate ideas to various audiences? In this module, students will learn to question and articulate their analysis of assumptions and assertions on issues facing the Information Age through processes such as identifying bias and substantiating arguments. The Ennis’ (1986, 2001) taxonomy of critical thinking dispositions will be employed to develop students’ analytical thinking skills and their ability to articulate cogent responses to arguments or to defend their own positions in both written and oral form.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"1. Students who are required to take ES1000 Basic English and/or ES1103 English for Academic Purposes, must pass those modules before they are allowed to read this module.\r\n2. Only SoC students matriculated in AY2016/2017 and after, are allowed to take ES2660.","Preclusion":"GET1006 and GEK1901","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES5000","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE ENGLISH COURSE (BASIC LEVEL)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to help international graduates from non-English speaking countries improve their basic academic English writing skills. This module provides training to enable students to use effective writing strategies to construct well-organized short academic essays with clear essay outlines. In order to facilitate independent learning and critical thinking, this module gives students opportunities to critique and edit their own essays as well as their peers' essays.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES5001A","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE ENGLISH COURSE (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"ES5001A aims to raise the proficiency level of the students' English in terms of their writing and oral presentation skills, so that they have confidence in using English for academic purposes. Students will be involved in writing short paragraphs, a short research report, and a summary analysis. Also, they will be taught principles of good writing and effective use of the dictionary. To prepare them for speaking at seminars and conferences, they will be trained to give oral presentations. This module is primarily for foreign graduate students of NUS who graduated from non-English medium universities who are not exempted based on their Diagnostic English Test results.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES5002","ModuleTitle":"Graduate English Course (Advanced Level)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to help international graduate students from non-English speaking countries develop skills for writing theses and research papers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ES5101","ModuleTitle":"Technical Communication for Engineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Technical Communication for Engineers is a communication module for second year ECE graduate students which focuses on writing research papers and\r\ndelivering oral presentations for academic and nonacademic audiences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-4-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE1001","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Engineering Fundamentals","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This introductory module aims to familiarize students with a broad range of environmental engineering topics. Topics to be covered include historical \r\nperspective on environmental engineering; interactions of humans and the environment; environmental regulations; ecology and the environment; fundamental chemical kinetics; chemistry of solutions; overview of\r\nbiology/microbiology organisms and processes; application of physical, chemical and biological parameters to environmental quality; engineering decision analyses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"H2 Mathematics and H2 Chemistry, or  \r\nMA1312 Calculus with Applications, for BES undergraduate without H2 Mathematic","Preclusion":"ESE1001FC/ESE1001X","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ESE2001","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Contaminant transport in environmental fluids can be influenced by a number of physical processes.  A comprehensive understanding of the movement of contaminants between environmental fluids and within each fluid is necessary to solve complex environmental problems. This module provides insights into transport processes in the multimedia environment. Topics include advection, diffusion, dispersion, settling, interphase mass transfer, reaction kinetics, equilibrium partition processes, and their applications in natural and engineered environments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0.5-5.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE3101","ModuleTitle":"Solid And Hazardous Waste Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with a working knowledge of solid and hazardous waste management and cleanup processes used around the world. The topics covered include a historical perspective; regulations pertaining to solid and hazardous wastes; waste characterization and risk assessment; waste handling, collection and transport; waste treatment and disposal methods, including biological and chemical treatment, incineration, pyrolysis, landfill, and site remediation. Waste minimization and cost analysis are also discussed. The course is targeted at level 3 environmental engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE3201","ModuleTitle":"Air Quality Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with fundamental knowledge in atmospheric air quality, covering regional and global issues. It provides basic knowledge and training in formulating and evaluating air pollution problems, predicting the effects of airborne pollutants, and offers engineering solutions. The topics covered include effects of emission sources and pollutants, importance and application of air pollution models, as well as air pollution control strategies and devices. The composition and impact of atmospheric system, chemical reactions of stratospheric ozone, and global climate forcing are also included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0.5-5.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE3301","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Microbiological Principles","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module provides students with a strong foundation in environmental microbiology and its application to pollution control systems. It provides an introduction to the principles of microbiology in environmental engineering. After an overview of microbial classification and the applications of environmental microbiology, the course addresses aspects of microbial ecology and population dynamics. Microbial characteristics of the terrestrial and aquatic environment are covered, as well as aspects of indoor air pollution control. Microbial biogeochemical cycling of elements is examined with respect to nitrogen, carbon and sulphur. Aspects of genetic engineering in environmental microbiology are introduced with regard to applied biotechnologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE3401","ModuleTitle":"Water & Wastewater Engineering 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the unit operations and processes application for domestic water supply and wastewater treatment. Integration of physical, chemical and biological processes is the basis of current water and wastewater design practice. This module will enable students to understand the main treatment processes and engineering concerns of water and wastewater treatment systems. Students learn to identify the appropriate treatment system to address water and wastewater treatment needs and design basic processes of water and wastewater treatment systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0.5-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"ESE2401","Preclusion":"TCE3001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE4403","ModuleTitle":"Membrane Tech In Env Applns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module is designed to provide senior undergraduate students with basic knowledge of membrane technology and its applications in environmental fields.  This module introduces the basic concepts and knowledge of membrane processes. Students will learn membrane classification, module types, and process configuration, and separation mechanisms. Topics cover the applications membrane processes in the treatment of surface water, groundwater, seawater, and wastewater.  The fundamental principles for design and operation of membrane processes will also be addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"ESE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE4501","ModuleTitle":"Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The students are assigned a design project involving various environmental considerations.  The module provides the opportunity for students to work as a team on an environmental project integrating knowledge they have gained from modules they have taken in earlier years.  The module will also enhance their interpersonal, communication and leadership skills through group projects, report writing and oral presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-0-4-5","Prerequisite":"ESE4 standing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE4502","ModuleTitle":"B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Each student is assigned a research project in environmental science and engineering. This module provides the opportunity for students to outsource for relevant information, design the experiments, analyze critically the data obtained and sharpen their communication skills through report writings and oral presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-18-0-12","Prerequisite":"ESE4 standing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE4502R","ModuleTitle":"B. Eng. Dissertation B. Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This project moduleis carried out by individual students and offers the opportunity for the student to develop research capabilities. It actively promotes creative thinking and allows independent work on a prescribed research project. Level 4 students undertake the project over two semesters. Each student is expected to spend not less than 9 hours per week on the project chosen from a wide range of environmental engineering-related disciplines. \r\nTopics include elements of research and experiments, analyse, and development. Assessment is based on the student’s working attitude, project execution and achievement, an interim report and presentation, dissertation and final oral presentation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-12-0-8","Prerequisite":"EVE4-standing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE5001","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Engineering Principles","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course is to allow M.Sc. students from non-environmental engineering background to gain basic knowledge in environmental science and engineering.  Acquisition of this basic knowledge will prepare them for advanced courses in environmental science and engineering.  This module provides a systematic introduction to water and air quality and their engineering control, quantitative overview of the properties of environmental contaminants, and the transport and transformation processes that govern their concentrations in air and water. Topics include environmental chemical equilibriums and kinetics, and elementary transport phenomena, introduction to water quality engineering, air quality engineering, and solid waste treatment and management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE5003","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Chemical Principles","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide students with the chemical basis for understanding our surroundings, the global environment. Emphasis will be on the composition of the natural environment, the processes that take place within it, and the kind of changes which come about as a result of human activities. The students, upon completion of this module, should have a comprehensive knowledge of the fundamentals of chemistry of components and contaminants in acquatic, atmospheric and terrestrial environments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Graduate students standing","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE5004","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent project work over two semesters, on a topic in Environmental Engineering approved by the Programme Management Committee. The work may relate to a comprehensive literature survey, and critical evaluation and analysis, design feasibility study, case study, minor research project or a combination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ESE5301","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Biological Principles","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a strong foundation in biological principles for environmental engineering, with primary focus on natural biological processes. After an overview of biological principles and classification, the module reviews metabolic adaptations to various natural environments, including extreme habitats. Aspects of genetic adaptation and tolerance to environmental contamination are covered, together with the manipulation of biological processes to degrade and stabilise contaminants. Emphasis is placed on biodegration of organic pollutants and their bioremediation. Aspects of organic waste stabilisation and remediation of inorganic wastes are included. Lastly, the use of macrophytes for phytoremediation of contaminated soils is examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Environmental Microbiological Principles or equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE5407","ModuleTitle":"Membrane Technology for Water Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Membrane technology has been widely adopted for water reclamation and seawater desalination. It shall continue to be a key technology for resolving the problem of water scarcity in the near future. This module shall focus on the design and operational consideration of membrane processes for water reclamation and seawater\r\ndesalination, Topics covered in this module include water quality standards relevant to reclaimed and desalinated water, filtrate quality consideration, membrane filtration\r\nsystem, design and operation of MF/UF filtration system, membrane bioreactor, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis system, examples of commercial plants and economics of membrane system.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"ESE4403 Membrane Technology in Environmental Application\r\nOr\r\nESE5406 Membrane Treatment Processes and Modeling\r\nOr \r\nLevel 5 standing","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ESE5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE6301","ModuleTitle":"TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to introduce students the essential tool for understanding and designing microbiological processes used for environmental protection and improvement. This course will enable students to expand their background of environmental biotechnology, and to integrate these aspects into the physical and chemical aspects of environmental technology previously learned.  The major topics include aspects on foundation in microbiology and engineering principles, major environmental biological applications, quantitative analysis of biotechnology, detoxification of hazardous chemicals, clean technology, and resource biorecovery in environmental monitoring.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESE6999","ModuleTitle":"DOCTORAL SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP2106","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Continua","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Introduction of the fundamental concepts, derivation of the field equations of continuum mechanics using the conservations laws of physics (conservation of mass, momenta and energy) and constitutive relations, simple applications to heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and mechanics of materials. Tools and understanding that are gained through this course are: vectors and tensors formulation of the mathematical models of physical phenomena and simple applications to boundary-value problems arising in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics as well as in interdisciplinary areas. The knowledge gained in the course is very useful for the follow up courses in engineering science as well as in various engineering disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"PC1433","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP2109","ModuleTitle":"Design Project 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The first part of this module will focus on determining the mechanical properties of materials. Students have to design various experiments to determine for example the Youngs modulus of metallic and non-metallic beams/rods and to estimate the errors of the material properties.  The second part of this module will focus on a reaction, mass transfer and/or heat transfer problem and involve designing either transient or steady-state experiments/prototypes. The objectives range from for example determining the reaction order, rate constants, and mass/heat transfer coefficients to designing large-scale industrial equipment, where the latter is related to the small-scale prototypes/experiments. In both projects, students will be involved in making measurements, setting up model equations (differential equations), solving them analytically or numerically, and optimising the model fit to the experimental data.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0.5-0-0-9.5-0","Prerequisite":"ESP1104 & ESP1107","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP3102","ModuleTitle":"From Making Nano to Probing Nano","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The aims of this module are to provide a comprehensive coverage of a range of nanofabrication and characterization techniques. The fabrication part will facus on top-down techniques which will complement the bottom-up techniques covered by CM3251 Nanochemistry. \n\n\n\nTopics to be covered include:\n\nNanofabrication: thin flim deposition, etching, photolithography, EUV, electron beam, x-ray and ion beam lithography, focused ion beam and direct laser writing, scanning probe based techniques, fabrication and alignment of nanostructures, manufacturing of nanodevices and nanosystems. \n\nNanocharacterization: basic principle of imaging, wave diffraction, interaction of energy beams with materials, optical and electron microscopy, scanning probe microscopy, x-ray microanalysis, electron transport measurement, magnetic measurement and optical spectroscopy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"PC2130B, PC2133","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP3401","ModuleTitle":"Photovoltaic Devices and Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"In the light of emerging global interest in solar photovoltaic electricity as a clean and renewable energy source, the government of Singapore has taken a keen interest in establishing a strong local photovoltaics (PV) industry. The Engineering Science Programme in NUS will play a significant role in the related specialist manpower training programme due to the existing specializations in Energy Systems as well as Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis course addresses fundamental issues related to improving the efficiency of photovoltaic devices, and will cover the mechanisms of charge carrier generation, recombination, and transport.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis module is available to selected students from other departments as a part of the FoE solar energy specialist manpower training programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC2133 Applied Solid State Physics or MLE2105 Electronic Properties of Materials or EE3431C Microelectronics Materials and Devices or ME2151 Principles of Mechanical Engineering Materials or with permission to students having equivalent knowledge from other departments","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP3902","ModuleTitle":"Major Design Project I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Students will work in teams of 4 or 5 to solve real-world problems, from idea to innovative prototype solutions, in semester 1. Each student will be supervised by several faculty members, one host supervisor who instructs the student on certain specialised techniques, while other supervisors help in the application of these techniques to the specific design projects being carried out. Design project examples are the solar-powered golf buggy and a nanodevice. The project may be structured in such a way that it can be continued in the module ESP3903 Major Design Project II which will be run in semester 2.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"Level 3 Standing","Preclusion":"ESP3901 Major Design Project","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP4206","ModuleTitle":"Continuum Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Derivation of the field equations of continuum mechanics in invariant (vector and tensor) form using the laws of physics (conservation of mass, momenta and energy) and constitutive relations for anisotropic and linear viscoelastic materials; formulation and solutions of two-dimensional and three-dimensional problems of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and solid mechanics, including biological materials. Tools acquired and the understanding gained through this course include: formulation of the mathematical models of physical systems and development of solutions to boundary- and initial-value problems arising in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and solid mechanics as well as in interdisciplinary areas as such as nanomechanics and biomechanics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA2501 or ME2113","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP4302","ModuleTitle":"Nanophotonics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"There is a growing interest in the sub-wavelength control of electromagnetic energy at optical frequencies (nanophotonics). Nanophotonics has successfully penetrated many fields including biological sciences and optics, and has emerged as a candidate to bridge the gap between photonics and electronics.  The goal of this module is to provide the student with a foundation in this rapidly developing area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"ESP2104 Electromagnetics or PC2131 Electricity and Magnetism 1 or EE2011 Engineering Electromagnetics","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP4401","ModuleTitle":"Optimization of Energy Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Energy conscious design and efficient operation of energy consuming systems used in industries and commercial buildings remain as a challenge for energy engineers.\r\n\r\nThe module starts with a review of the fundamentals of heat and mass transfer and then introduces central chiller, compressed air, boiler and combined heat and power systems as the major energy consuming systems used in industries and commercial buildings. Topics covered include working principle of above systems, measurement and analysis of energy performance, energy savings opportunities, design of energy efficient systems and operational considerations, control strategies, technical and economic feasibility of energy projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Any module on heat and mass transfer such as Heat Transfer (ME3122) OR Thermodynamics and Statistical M echanics (PC2230) OR Energy Conversion Processes (ME3221) OR Industrial Heat Transfer (ME4225)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ESP4901","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module consists mainly of a research-based project carried out under the supervision of one or more faculty members. The module is normally taken over two consecutive semesters and the students are expected to put in about 15 hours per week for their projects. In addition to the specific problem studied, students are exposed to literature survey and research methodologies. These projects are usually open-ended in nature, giving the students flexibility to judiciously select viable alternatives, and challenge students to acquire skills for independent and lifelong learning. The projects range in variety from design and development projects (software and hardware), computer modelling and simulation, to designing experiments and equipment. Guidelines for project proposals stipulate the requirement for elements of innovation, novelty or research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"6-0-0-24-0","Prerequisite":"Level 4 standing","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EU1101E","ModuleTitle":"Making of Modern Europe","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module offers an overview of the major events, actors, and developments that have shaped the course and character of Europe since the French Revolution.  From the rise of nationalism, industrialization, and imperialism that paved the way for World War I to the failure of peace, the horrors of World War II, the cold war division of Europe and the ongoing process of integration and European Union enlargement, this module sketches out the making and remaking of Europe during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. This module is designed for all students at NUS interested in acquiring an understanding of modern Europe. EU1101E is offered by the Department of History.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EU2203","ModuleTitle":"Ancient Western Political Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores basic political ideas from the ancient Greeks and Romans from the emergence of the polis to the collapse of the empire, including the ideas of justice, law, democracy, and politics itself, through the study of original works by Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, and others. It also considers how these ideas shaped medieval and early modern political thought.","CrossModule":"PS2203","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PS2203, PS2231, EU2218, PS2201B, PS2218","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EU2213","ModuleTitle":"Upheaval in Europe: 1848-1918","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module - which is offered to all students with an interest in Modern European History - will explore the significant features and impact of nationalism, imperialism and adventurism as they relate to Europe in the dramatic seventy-year period from the upheavals of the 1848 revolutions to the end of the First World War. During this period Europe became the center of a new and deadly game of power politics in which any semblance of defeat was reason enough to prepare the ground for revenge. Eventually, war took its toll on every major participant from 1914-18.","CrossModule":"HY2231","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"HY2231","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EU2221","ModuleTitle":"Empires, Colonies and Imperialism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Students will gain a basic understanding of empires in history.  Individual empires will be studied to demonstrate patterns regarding the origins, development and collapse of empires.  Topics will include the expansion of empires, colonization, military conquest, administration, and ideologies of empire.  The humane side of imperialism will also be explored: the module will get students to try to understand the experience of subject peoples while also regarding empires as sites of cultural interaction.  Finally, students will be introduced to some of the interpretative paradigms which have shaped the scholarly exploration of empires.","CrossModule":"HY2245","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"HY2245","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EU3224","ModuleTitle":"Social Thought & Social Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a critical examination of central problems in classical social theory, with emphasis on the multifaceted analysis of the larger social processes in the making of modern society. The module will concentrate on the original contributions of major theorists such as Marx, Weber, and Durkheim and explore how their works continue to influence current Sociology. This course is mounted for all students throughout NUS with an interest in classical social theories.","CrossModule":"SC3101","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SC3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EU4214","ModuleTitle":"Special Paper in Modern European History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore and introduce different themes in Modern European History such as political changes, political leadership, diplomacy and interstate relations.","CrossModule":"HY4212","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: \nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in EU/ LA [French/German]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. \n\nCohort 2012-2014:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in EU/ LA [French/German]/ recognised modules or 28 MCs in SC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2015 onwards: \nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in EU/ LA [French/German/ Spanish]/recognised modules or 28 MCs in SC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"HY4212","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EU4225","ModuleTitle":"European Intellectual History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide students with an advanced overview of the disciplines and methodology of intellectual history and also explore the major strands of European thought.  At the same time, students will explore the ways in which European intellectuals have provided definition to modernity. Accordingly, tracing the many facets of criticism as they are made manifest in a number of discourses will be one of the major features of the module. Special attention will be devoted to some of the following Romanticism, liberalism, industrialization and its consequences, Marxism, the development of cultural criticism, the emancipation of women, Darwinism, secularization, the rise of psychoanalysis, the impact of World War I, the rise of fascism, the role of ideas in shaping the mid century West, and the advent of postmodernism","CrossModule":"HY4226","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in EU/ LA [French/German]/\nrecognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the\nHonours track.\n\nCohort 2012-2014:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in EU/ LA [French/German]/\nrecognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the\nHonours track.\n\nCohort 2015 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in EU/ LA [French/German/\nSpanish]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be\non the Honours track.","Preclusion":"HY4226","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"EU4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Students enrolled in the module can select an EU-based topic and the supervisor based in any discipline across FASS. Regardless of the department of the supervisor, the HT will follow the requirements, format, limits and deadlines set by the History Department. The Honours Thesis is a research and writing exercise usually done in the final semester of a student pursuing an Honours degree.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2014 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs in EU / LA [French/German]/recognized modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs in EU / LA [French/German/Spanish]/ recognized modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs in EU / LA [French/German/Spanish]/recognized modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"EU4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"EU4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in EU / LA [French/German]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2014:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in EU / LA [French/German]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in EU / LA [French/German/Spanish]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in EU / LA [French/German/Spanish]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"EU4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FAS1101","ModuleTitle":"Writing Academically: Arts and Social Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module develops and applies the core strategies that underlie successful academic writing. These include writing with clarity and precision, analysing how authors argue, organizing and expressing ideas to guide readers through a line of reasoning, citing and documenting sources, revising the content, wording, and organization of a paper, as well as surface features such as spelling and punctuation. Students gain an appreciation of the basics of academic writing through three units, which correspond to the three stages of writing – introduction, body, and conclusion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Students who are required to read ES1000 Basic English and/or ES1103 English for Academic Purposes must pass those modules before they are allowed to read this module.","Preclusion":"1) Non-FASS students\r\n2) Students who have read and passed ES1531/GEK1549/GET1021 or ES1501%.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"FAS1102","ModuleTitle":"Public Writing and Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module develops the rhetorical knowledge, the composing practices, and the critical thinking skills that are necessary to understand and shape meaning for different audiences. Students gain a deeper appreciation for the roles of public writing and speaking among engaged citizens. They will analyze, research, and contribute to discussions about pressing social issues that face contemporary Singapore (e.g., aging, culture, environment, family, inequality). Students will research, adapt, and strengthen their abilities to communicate to multiple audiences across multiple modalities. Students will compose in non-fiction genres/media such as email, blogs, presentations, and reviews.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Students who are required to read ES1000 Basic English and/or ES1103 English for Academic Purposes must pass those modules before they are allowed to read this\nmodule.","Preclusion":"1) Non-FASS students\n2) Students who have read and passed ES2002, CS2101, IS2101, GEK1901/GET1006, ES2660, ES2007D, ES1541/SP1541, ENV1202 and ES1601.\n3) FASS USP students from Cohort 2017 and onwards","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"FAS2550","ModuleTitle":"FASS Exposure Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ARTS & SOCIAL SC.)","ModuleDescription":"This is a formal module to recognise students who embark on local or overseas internship (self-sourced or through NUS) that is usually 10 weeks long and can be up to 6 months. This module requires students to complete a minimum of 65 hours over the duration of the internship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FAS2551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ARTS & SOCIAL SC.)","ModuleDescription":"This module gives FASS students the opportunity to pursue an internship as part of their undergraduate study. Interested students will need to secure a position and perform an internship in a company or organization, either for 8-12 weeks full time in special term, or 12-16 weeks part time in a regular semester. They will submit journal entries and other written reports, and meet with an Academic Advisor and Workplace Supervisor. Through the process, students will be exposed to corporate culture, sharpen soft skills, practice what they have learned in the classroom, and gain useful work experience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40/16","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed at least 60MC before they can enrol in the module.\nCohort 2014 and before: CFG1001 Headstart\nCohort 2015: CFG1010 Roots & Wings and Career Catalyst\nCohort 2016 onwards: CFG1010 Roots & Wings","Preclusion":"Cohort 2016 onwards: Students who have completed or are pursuing the year-long NOC programmes are not allowed to read this module. Students should therefore consider their options carefully before embarking on their internships.","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"FAS2552","ModuleTitle":"Extended Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ARTS & SOCIAL SC.)","ModuleDescription":"This module gives FASS students the opportunity to pursue an internship as part of their undergraduate study. Interested students will need to secure a position and perform an internship in a company or organization for 12-16 weeks. They will submit journal entries and other written reports, and meet with an Academic Advisor and Workplace Supervisor. Through the process, students will be exposed to corporate culture, sharpen soft skills, practice what they have learned in the classroom, and gain useful work experience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-40","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed at least 60MC before they can enrol in the module.\nCohort 2014 and before: CFG1001 Headstart\nCohort 2015: CFG1010 Roots & Wings and Career Catalyst\nCohort 2016 onwards: CFG1010 Roots & Wings","Preclusion":"Module may not be taken in the honours year, or used to delay honours.\nCohort 2016 onwards: Students who have completed or are pursuing the year-long NOC programmes are not allowed to read this module. Students should therefore consider their options carefully before embarking on their internships.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FDP2001","ModuleTitle":"Special Mathematics Classes 1, 2 and 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module taught in French is specially designed for FDDP students so as to prepare them to attain a basic knowledge on mathematical analysis and advanced linear algebra, as well as a maturity in the basic skill of abstract\r\nmathematical reasoning. Topics covered include sets, groups, properties of real numbers, sequences and series, convergence of sequences and series of functions, basic properties of topological spaces, compact metric spaces,\r\nvector spaces, matrices, linearly independence, basis, dimension, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization, inner product spaces, Jordan canonical forms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"A-level mathematics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"FDP2002","ModuleTitle":"Special Physics Class 1, 2 and 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"Topics covered include vectorial calculus, electrostatics, magnetostatics, electromagnetism, quasi-permanent regime, mechanics, thermodynamics and optics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"A-level Physics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"FE5101","ModuleTitle":"Derivatives And Fixed Income","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This module is a core module for students of MSc in Financial Engineering. The topics include: Basic theories of futures, options, and swaps pricing. Fundamental concepts of no arbitrage equilibrium and also risk premia. Hedging techniques and the Greeks. Fixed Income securities analytics. Yield curve analyses. Extensions to asset-backed securities and asset securitization issues. Structured notes and embedded options. Corporate debts and convertibles.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FE5110","ModuleTitle":"FINANCIAL ENGINEERING PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This module is a core module for students of MSc in Financial Engineering. The topics include: Students are encouraged to work on a project related to an actual problem at work involving financial engineering solutions. Otherwise students could work on a new product or process idea, or a detailed case study. The report of about 60 double-spaced A4 pages including appendixes should be carefully written and submitted.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-1-2-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FE5112","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Calculus and Quantitative Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover the fundamental concepts of stochastic calculus as well as quantitative methods that are relevant to financial engineering. The topics include\r\nWiener processes, stochastic integrals, stochastic differential equations, Ito’s lemma, the martingale principle and risk neutral pricing. It will also cover important topics in linear algebra and optimization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FE5209","ModuleTitle":"FINANCIAL ECONOMETRICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This module is an elective module for students of MSc in Financial Engineering. The topics include: The statistical modelling and forecasting of financial time series, with application to share prices, exchange rates and interest rates. Market microstructure. Specification, estimation and testing of asset pricing models including the capital asset pricing model and extensions. Modelling of volatility. Practical application of volatility forecasting. Estimating continuous time models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FE5222","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Derivatives Pricing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover the advanced topics related to derivative pricing, including stochastic differential equations, martingale representation theorem and risk-neutral pricing, the change of numeraire argument and pricing of pathdependent options (e.g. barrier, lookback, and Asian options), optimal stopping and American options, jump diffusion processes and stochastic volatility for option pricing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"FE5112/D Stochastic Calculus and Quantitative Methods","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FE5224","ModuleTitle":"Current Topics In Applied Risk Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"The global financial crisis triggered a set of\nstructural changes that continue to play out in\nmarket microstructure and market architecture.\nPractitioners, on both the buy-side and sell-side,\nare in the midst of responding to new regulations\naround bank capital, operational risk, supervision\nand other non-market factors. The backdrop is\ncomplicated further by apparent disinflation, greater\npotential for event risk, macro-prudential\ninterventions and in places, negative interest rates.\nThe risk management context is also coloured by\ninnovation in ‘fintech’ and cyber-risk.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-0-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FE5226","ModuleTitle":"C++ in Financial Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"RISK MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This is a fast-paced introductory course to the\nC++ programming language. It is intended for\nthose with little programming background,\nthough prior programming experience will make\nit easier.\nThe course covers C++ basic constructs (loops,\nvariables, operators, and functions), built-in\nlibraries, data structures, templates and object\noriented programming techniques. It develops\nlogical thinking aimed at designing algorithms\nto solve specific problems. Concepts are\nillustrated by examples drawn from the financial\nengineering domain. The course will ultimately\nprovide with an overview of the components of\na modern risk management system.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN2004","ModuleTitle":"Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course helps students to understand the key concepts and tools in Finance. It provides a broad overview of the financial environment under which a firm operates. It equips the students with the conceptual and analytical skills necessary to make sound financial decisions for a firm. Topics to be covered include introduction to finance, financial statement analysis, long-term financial planning, time value of money, risk and return analysis, capital budgeting methods and applications, common stock valuation, bond valuation, short term management and financing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed BK1003 or BZ1002 or BH1002 or FNA1002/ACC1002 or FNA1002X/ACC1002X or FNA1002E or BH1002E or EC3212 or EG1422 before they are allowed to take FIN2004.","Preclusion":"Students who have taken CS2251 or EC3209 or EC3333 or BK2004 or BZ2004 or BH2004 or FNA2004 are not allowed to take FIN2004. 1st Year BSc(PFM),  all BSc (RE) and Computational Finance are not allowed to take FIN2004.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN2004X","ModuleTitle":"Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course helps students to understand the key concepts and tools in Finance. It provides a broad overview of the financial environment under which a firm operates. It equips the students with the conceptual and analytical skills necessary to make sound financial decisions for a firm. Topics to be covered include introduction to finance, financial statement analysis, long-term financial planning, time value of money, risk and return analysis, capital budgeting methods and applications, common stock valuation, bond valuation, short term management and financing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed BK1003 or BZ1002 or BH1002 or FNA1002/ACC1002 or FNA1002X/ACC1002X or FNA1002E or BH1002E or EC3212 or EG1422 before they are allowed to take FIN2004.","Preclusion":"Students who have taken CS2251 or EC3209 or EC3333 or BK2004 or BZ2004 or BH2004 or FNA2004 are not allowed to take FIN2004. 1st Year BSc(PFM),  all BSc (RE) and Computational Finance are not allowed to take FIN2004.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3101A","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the key financial issues faced by modern-day financial managers of corporations. It will equip students with conceptual and analytical skills necessary to make sound financial decisions. Topics to be covered include risk and return, capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policy and mergers and acquisitions. Cases will be used to illustrate the concepts taught. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3101 or BZ3301 or BK3100 or FNA3101 or FE5105 or FIN3101 or FIN3101B or FIN3101C","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3101B","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the key financial issues faced by modern-day financial managers of corporations. It will equip students with conceptual and analytical skills necessary to make sound financial decisions. Topics to be covered include risk and return, capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policy and mergers and acquisitions. Cases will be used to illustrate the concepts taught. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3101 or BZ3301 or BK3100 or FNA3101 or FE5105 or FIN3101 or FIN3101A or FIN3101C","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3101C","ModuleTitle":"Corporate Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the key financial issues faced by modern-day financial managers of corporations. It will equip students with conceptual and analytical skills necessary to make sound financial decisions. Topics to be covered include risk and return, capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policy and mergers and acquisitions. Cases will be used to illustrate the concepts taught. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3101 or BZ3301 or BK3100 or FNA3101 or FE5105 or FIN3101 or FIN3101A or FIN3101B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3102A","ModuleTitle":"Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course in investments. It provides a comprehensive coverage of basic concepts, theories, applications and decision-making rules in financial investment. Topics to be covered include fundamental security analysis on stocks, bonds, options and futures as well as modern portfolio management. On completion, candidates should be conversant in investment management in preparation for careers in financial analysis and financial planning, investment banking, and corporate finance. Candidates should also be equipped to write the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level 1 examinations in quantitative analysis, equity securities analysis and portfolio management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3102 or BZ3302 or BK3101 or FNA3102 or FNA3102B/C or FIN3102 or FIN3102B/C or FE5108 or EC3333 or CF3101/QF3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3102B","ModuleTitle":"Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course in investments. It provides a comprehensive coverage of basic concepts, theories, applications and decision-making rules in financial investment. Topics to be covered include fundamental security analysis on stocks, bonds, options and futures as well as modern portfolio management. On completion, candidates should be conversant in investment management in preparation for careers in financial analysis and financial planning, investment banking, and corporate finance. Candidates should also be equipped to write the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level 1 examinations in quantitative analysis, equity securities analysis and portfolio management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3102 or BZ3302 or BK3101 or FNA3102 or FNA3102A/C or FIN3102 or FIN3102A/C or FE5108 or EC3333 or CF3101/QF3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3102C","ModuleTitle":"Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course in investments. It provides a comprehensive coverage of basic concepts, theories, applications and decision-making rules in financial investment. Topics to be covered include fundamental security analysis on stocks, bonds, options and futures as well as modern portfolio management. On completion, candidates should be conversant in investment management in preparation for careers in financial analysis and financial planning, investment banking, and corporate finance. Candidates should also be equipped to write the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level 1 examinations in quantitative analysis, equity securities analysis and portfolio management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3102 or BZ3302 or BK3101 or FNA3102 or FNA3102A/B or FIN3102 or FIN3102A/B or FE5108 or EC3333 or CF3101/QF3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3102D","ModuleTitle":"Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course in investments. It provides a comprehensive coverage of basic concepts, theories, applications and decision-making rules in financial investment. Topics to be covered include fundamental security analysis on stocks, bonds, options and futures as well as modern portfolio management. On completion, candidates should be conversant in investment management in preparation for careers in financial analysis and financial planning, investment banking, and corporate finance. Candidates should also be equipped to write the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level 1 examinations in quantitative analysis, equity securities analysis and portfolio management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3102 or BZ3302 or BK3101 or FNA3102A/B/C or FIN3102A/B/C or FE5108 or EC3333 or CF3101/QF3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3103A","ModuleTitle":"Financial Markets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to provide an understanding of the role of financial markets in the economy. Topics to be covered include the importance of the structure (architecture) of the financial system, the functions of markets and institutions, and their implications for resource mobilization, resource allocation, allocative efficiency, and risk management. In addition, we consider: the structure of financial markets for different instruments, the range of instruments traded therein, and the mechanisms facilitating trade in financial assets, and an assessment of the structure and efficiency of these markets in Singapore vis-? -vis similar markets in other industrialized economies. To assess issues of efficiency and market structure, the course will include frequent references to markets in other economies, including the US, Australia, the UK, Hong Kong as well as other emerging market economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3103 or BZ3303 or BK3102 or FNA3103 or FIN3103 or FIN3103B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3103B","ModuleTitle":"Financial Markets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to provide an understanding of the role of financial markets in the economy. Topics to be covered include the importance of the structure (architecture) of the financial system, the functions of markets and institutions, and their implications for resource mobilization, resource allocation, allocative efficiency, and risk management. In addition, we consider: the structure of financial markets for different instruments, the range of instruments traded therein, and the mechanisms facilitating trade in financial assets, and an assessment of the structure and efficiency of these markets in Singapore vis-? -vis similar markets in other industrialized economies. To assess issues of efficiency and market structure, the course will include frequent references to markets in other economies, including the US, Australia, the UK, Hong Kong as well as other emerging market economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3103 or BZ3303 or BK3102 or FNA3103 or FIN3103 or FIN3103A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3113","ModuleTitle":"Financial Statement Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with the process of financial reporting and the analysis of financial statements, and addresses the question of whether the accounting process yields numbers that accurately reflect the economics of the transaction, and if not, what can analyst/user do to overcome this limitation. It aims to create an understanding of the environment in which financial reporting choices are made, what the options are and how to use these data in making decisions. Course materials are built around the accounting and reporting issues faced by real companies today, to give students a real business context for understanding the many forces that can affect a company's accounting choices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA1002 or FNA1002X or ACC1002 or ACC1002X or BH1002 or BZ1002 or BK1003 or FNA1002E or BH1002E","Preclusion":"BH3113 or BZ3105 or BK3105 or FNA3113","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3115","ModuleTitle":"International Financial Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course is concerned with how financial managers function in an international environment. This requires that we understand: (1) the institutional arrangements of different international financial markets, (2) the accompanying financial instruments and innovations, and (3) the salient factors affecting the financial operations of multinationals.Topics to be covered include the foreign exchange market, Eurobond/Eurocurrency markets, as well as the Asian bond markets, the effects of exchange rate movements on both domestic and international operations and methods of hedging these exposures, operational (trade financing techniques) and strategic (foreign direct investment decisions and political risk management) financial management issues, and the latest financial innovations in the international financial market.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA3102 or FIN3102 or FIN3102A or FIN3102B or FIN3102C","Preclusion":"BH3115 or BZ3304 or BK3108 or FNA3115","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3116","ModuleTitle":"Options and Futures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course is an introduction to basic financial derivatives with an emphasis on forward, futures, and option contracts. Topics to be covered include the structure of forward, futures and options markets, the pricing of futures and options contracts, and the applications of futures and options in hedging and speculation. The approach will cover both the theoretical and applied issues in financial derivatives. Key concepts and theories will be illustrated by examples of derivatives usages in practice and the implementation of hedging strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA3102 or FNA3102A or FNA3102B or FNA3102C or FIN3102 or FIN3102A or FIN3102B or FIN3102C","Preclusion":"BH3116 or BZ3312 or BK3109A or FNA3116 or FIN3116A or FIN3116B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3118","ModuleTitle":"Financial Risk Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course covers one of the core functions of finance, namely, risk management. The objective is to introduce the fundamental concepts, principles and practices of financial risk management. The focus of the module is on the identification, measurement, monitoring and control of financial risk. It also addresses the basic financial and statistical techniques that enhance risk management decision-making.The course starts by looking at risk management concepts and the risk management process. It then examines the approaches used to identify, measure and reduce risks. Topics to be covered include risk measurement - Value-at-Risk (VAR) methods, measuring and managing market risk and credit risk, risk management applications, managing other risks such as liquidity and operational risks, regulatory and capital issues, risk-adjusted performance, and implementing a risk management programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA3101 or FIN3101","Preclusion":"BH3118 or BZ3305 or FNA3118","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3119","ModuleTitle":"Risk and Insurance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"Business entities and individuals are exposed to substantial risk associated with losses to property, income, and wealth because of damage to assets, legal liability, disability, retirement, and death. Costs associated with legal liability and employee benefit programmes, particularly Central Provident Fund (CPF) and health care, have become matters of deep concern to company management. Individuals seeking coverage of their professional and personal risks have similar concerns. This course analyses the nature and impact of these risks and discusses appropriate risk management techniques. The emphasis is on the analysis and management of these problems for business entities, but these are substantial implications for the problems faced by individual and society. Topics to be covered include risk identification and measurement; risk control and transfer; risk financing with commercial insurance; self-insurance; captive insurance programmes; insurance markets and regulation; employee benefits and CPF; life and health insurance; personal financial planning; international risk management and insurance for multi-national corporations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA2004 or FIN2004 or BH2004 or BZ2004 or BK2004","Preclusion":"BH3119 or BZ3311 or FNA3119","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3120B","ModuleTitle":"TIF: Transaction Banking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"Transaction banking is about moving money between entities and the four main areas of this business are cash management, trade finance, securities services and capital\r\nmarkets. This course will allow you to put yourself in the shoes of both transaction bankers and the corporate treasurers (and CFOs) to better understand the concepts and products of transaction banking. This course will provide you with an opportunity to apply the knowledge you have gained in the first half of the course to “innovatively” solve real life transaction banking issues/cases.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"FIN3101 Corporate Finance","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3129","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for students with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. Students will be exposed to individual-based\r\nresearch and report-writing while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3130","ModuleTitle":"Financial Modelling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the theories and methodologies of financial modelling. It trains students to apply finance theories to solve various problems in financial management, investments, portfolio management, and risk management. This objective is achieved by teaching students how to design and implement financial models in the computer,\r\nwith Excel as the main tool. It covers four classes of models: Corporate Finance models, Portfolio Models, Option-Pricing Models and Bond Models. It also covers\r\nsimulation, some numerical methods, and VBA programming as well.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"ACC1002 Financial Accounting\r\n• FIN2004 Finance\r\n• FIN3102 Investment Analysis and Portfolio\r\nManagement\r\n• An aptitude with mathematics and programming would\r\nbe a plus.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3131","ModuleTitle":"Fixed Income Securities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course covers major topics in fixed income securities. The emphasis will be on valuation. Topics covered include the study of bonds, bond derivatives, interest rate derivatives, interest rate swaps, mortgage, asset backed securities, and credit risk. The focus is principally on interest rate risk and valuation of these instruments. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA3102 or FIN3102 or FIN3102A or FIN3102B or FIN3102C","Preclusion":"FNA3120A or CF3201/QF3201","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN3132","ModuleTitle":"Value Investing In Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to highlight the skills necessary from a theoretical and practical standpoint necessary for investing using a “value” and “fundamental” approach. The course aims to apply traditional value investment theory with the practical challenges of investing in Asian equity markets.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"- ACC1002 Financial Accounting \r\n- FIN3101 Corporate Finance","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4111","ModuleTitle":"Research Methods in Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This is a research methodology course for BBA (Hons.) students majoring in Finance. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to empirical methods of research in Finance. Topics covered include Multivariate Regression Analysis, Univariate Time Series Models, Vector Autoregressive Models, Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity, Cointegration, Regime Switching, and Generalized Methods of Moments Estimation. The course examines some applications of these methods to various research areas in finance namely, the Statistical Properties of Prices and Asset Returns, the Efficient Market Hypothesis, Predictability of Returns, Stock Market Volatility, International Stock Markets, Models of Volatility, and Asset Pricing Tests.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FNA3101/FIN3101/FIN3101A/FIN3101B/FIN3101C and FNA3102/FIN3102/FIN3102A/FIN3102B/FIN3102C and ST1131A/ST1131/ST1232/MA2216/ST2131/ST2334/EE2003/ME2491","Preclusion":"Students who have passed FNA4111 are not allowed to take FIN4111. Not for students who have passed FE5209.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4112G","ModuleTitle":"SIF: Private Equity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course covers major private equity investment types including venture capital, growth capital, buyouts, sovereign wealth funds and venture philanthropy.\r\nThe course adopts a case analytic approach and includes discussion on private equity cycles, from fund raising, structuring to deal screening, valuation, investment\r\nnegotiations, fund management and performance reporting. An underlying theme of this part of the course is to evaluate to what extent private equity markets can\r\ncreate wealth and promote economic growth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"FIN3101 Corporate Finance\r\n FIN3102 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management\r\n FIN3103 Financial Markets","Preclusion":"FIN4112F: Seminars in Finance: Private Equity and Investment Banking","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4112K","ModuleTitle":"SIF: Applied Portfolio Management Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This advanced Seminar in Finance module will serve as a comprehensive real world examination of the quantitative techniques available and how these might be applied to portfolio management in the investment management industry. Major topics covered include exploring various quantitative tools and models for Estimating Expected Returns, Modelling Risks, Style Analysis & Bench-marking,\nand Strategic & Tactical Asset Allocation. Lectures will involve frequent interaction with practitioners from the industry hands-on lab projects and real-life examples.\nSuitable for students interested in a career as an investment analyst or as a portfolio manager in the financial services sector.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-1-1-5","Prerequisite":"FIN3102 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4112L","ModuleTitle":"SIF: Family Business & Wealth Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this course is to provide students the\r\nopportunity to develop deep skills and understanding of the\r\ntheory and practice that underlie corporate governance\r\n(CG) systems and its interaction with corporate financial\r\ndecisions. This course will focus on various issues in CG\r\nwith specific reference to the Asian context such as CG\r\nstructures in Asia and around the world, the effects of CG\r\non various corporate financial policies, and CG\r\nmechanisms to solve agency conflicts. This knowledge is\r\nparticularly essential for doing business intelligently not\r\nonly in Asia and other emerging economies but also\r\ndeveloped countries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"FIN3101 Corporate Finance","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4113","ModuleTitle":"Personal Finance and Wealth Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to impart skills to help individuals manage their personal finances, and private wealth. The course has two parts. Part I covers basic aspects of financial planning: understanding key steps in financial planning, financial statements and ratios, time value of money, short and long term financial planning, liquidity management, credit management. The second part of the course focuses on private wealth management. Topics include: fixed income investment strategies, equity investment strategies, mutual funds, structured products, hedge funds and other alternative investments, investing in real estate taxation, estate planning and wealth protection. The course is primarily intended for individuals who wish to improve their money management skills. However, it is also suitable for those who aspire to be independent financial advisors or a career in private wealth management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"FIN3101% and ST1131A","Preclusion":"FNA4112E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4115","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Portfolio Mgt: Security Analysis & Valuation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This advanced Seminar in Finance module will serve as a comprehensive real world examination of the quantitative, fundamental, behavioral, and model-based approaches \r\nutilized for performing security valuation in the financial industry. Major topics covered include Discounted Cash Flow Valuation, Relative Valuation, Multifactor Models, \r\nLiquidity, and Value Enhancement Strategies. Lectures will involve frequent interaction with practitioners from the industry, hands-on lab projects, and real-life examples. Students are also expected to research, write, and publish equity investment reports (preferably on companies with limited research analyst coverage) and/or portfolio \r\ninvestment strategies. These individual equity reports and a presentation in the form of a team-based stock pitch will subsequently be presented by the students to a panel of senior members from the Singapore investment management industry so as to showcase & ascertain students’ equity research and stock-picking skills. There may also be an opportunity to put our skills to the test and manage real money (i.e., a live student-managed fund) during the course of the semester. This course is suitable \r\nfor students interested in a career as a financial analyst (both on the buy-side and sell-side), or as a portfolio manager.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"- ACC1002 Financial Accounting \r\n- FIN3101 Corporate Finance \r\n- FIN3102 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4116","ModuleTitle":"Valuation and Mergers & Acquisitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to survey the financial methods used in mergers and acquisitions, buyouts and corporate restructuring. Related legal, strategic, organizational and management issues will also be considered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"FIN2004, FIN3101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4118","ModuleTitle":"Equity Research Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to highlight & provide the rigour and skills needed for stock selection using a fundamental research approach. Moreover it provides the understanding needed to know how these qualitative skills are applied to portfolio management in the investment management industry.\nIn addition to the above, this course also introduces students to the top down approach of portfolio management and how portfolios with multiple countries can be constructed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"FIN3101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4119","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA and BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for\r\nadmission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.) Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4122","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurial Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"The module is not only relevant for would-be entrepreneurs, but also for those considering a career in the venture capital industry. This module differs from a typical corporate finance module in that it highlights the special and unique considerations when planning the financial needs of new or young ventures. Many conventional means of funding (such as bank borrowings, issuance of bonds or public equities) for established or public listed companies are generally not available to small and young companies due to their lack of business track record. This module will highlight the various means of fund raising for new or young ventures, with special emphasis on the analyses and requirements of the professional venture capital funds, which have made significant contributions in nurturing many promising young companies into multi-billion dollar listed corporations in the past decades.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"FIN2004 Finance\nFIN3101 Corporate Finance","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4123","ModuleTitle":"FinTech Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"An overview of major technological trends reshaping the financial industry, including but not limited to payment systems, asset management, financial intermediation, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"FIN3101 Corporate Finance, FIN3102 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, FIN3103 Financial Markets","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FIN4129","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA and BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for\r\nadmission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.) Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-5-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Vary according to project topics."},{"ModuleCode":"FIN6004","ModuleTitle":"Empirical Asset Pricing and Microstructure","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"FINANCE","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with the fundamental ideas and issues tackled in empirical research in asset pricing and market microstructure, the methodologies employed to evaluate asset pricing and microstructure models, and classical and recent empirical findings in these areas. The topics include a selection of (i) asset pricing models, (ii) market efficicency, (iii) market anomalies, (iv) return predictability, (v) behavioral finance, (vi) market microstructure, (vii) trading mecahnisms, (viii) volatility models, and (ix) international finance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-6-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMA1203C","ModuleTitle":"FS: Smart Cities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"All big cities have several things in common – wealth creation, big companies, talented people, high population density and the challenge of air pollution. New York, London, Tokyo, Paris, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Singapore, all face similar challenges of high population density and quality of living. This module will examine how more people can be packed into a limited city space while still providing the same quality of life. It will also explore how to achieve economic wealth while still fulfilling the CSR responsibilities of sustaining a “Green Planet”. Students will learn about smart city planning, design concepts, technology enablers and implementation considerations for smart city living.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Other Freshman Seminar modules.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMA1204C","ModuleTitle":"FS: Saving Face","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Face is our socially situated identity that is constantly being negotiated during social interaction – we can lose face, save face or give face to others. Adroit face management is key to successful communication and interpersonal relationships in our lives.\n\nThis module seeks to explore ways in which we establish and manage identity through communication. Using practical examples, it will also guide students to develop positive facework skills in a variety of scenarios and settings. It will end with a look at cultural differences in the concept and practice of facework and examine how these in turn contribute to intercultural conflict.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMA1207H","ModuleTitle":"FS: Biopolitics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"How did the lives of human beings become objects of governance? Introduced by Michel Foucault in the 1970s, the concept of biopolitics has been one of the most critical tools in investigating the control and regulation of different levels of human life—from individual bodies to populations. Through examining the production and use of medical and scientific knowledge of human life in imperial, colonial, and national histories, this module explores historical processes in which human lives gradually came to be included in various practices of political power. Discussion topics include: race, gender/sexuality, public health and hygiene, population control, and eugenics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMC1201","ModuleTitle":"Freshman Seminar: Is Computer Science Science?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this seminar is for the freshmen to gain a fundamental understanding of Computer Science and a broader perspective of how it relates to other sciences.  \r\n\r\nThe major topics include the similarity and differences between Computer Science and the traditional sciences (Physics, Biology, Mathematics, etc.), the objective and methodology in Science and the scientific aspects of computation (hardware, software, systems, etc.).  This module will be graded as “Completed Satisfactory/Completed Unsatisfactory (CS/CU)”.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1203S","ModuleTitle":"FS: Randomness in Scientific Thinking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this seminar is to introduce students to the roles of randomness\r\nin scientific thinking. Some of the topics covered include the following:\r\n\r\n1. Is probability intuitive? A class exercise will be conducted where students\r\nare asked to generate sequences of real and fake random coin tosses\r\nand are asked to develop tests to detect the difference.\r\n\r\n2. What is the role of randomization in the design of scientific experiments\r\n(for instance, why are patients randomly assigned to treatments in a\r\nmedical trial)? We recreate a famous incident in which a tea time\r\nconversation led to a statistician conducting an experiment to test\r\nwhether someone could distinguish whether milk had been added first\r\nor last to a cup of tea.\r\n\r\n3. How has statistical thinking been used and abused in the history of IQ\r\ntesting?\r\n\r\n4. In the analysis of environmental problems like global warming scientific\r\nmodels are often used which are deterministic (roughly speaking, such\r\nmodels predict a definite output for a given input). A statistical model on\r\nthe other hand gives predictions in the form of probabilities of different\r\npossible outcomes. How can the deep physical understanding\r\nembedded in the deterministic models be reconciled with statistical\r\napproaches to quantifying uncertainty and risk, and why is quantifying\r\nuncertainty important?\r\n\r\n5. How can fake random numbers generated on a computer by non-random\r\nrules sometimes do complicated calculations that aren’t easily done by\r\nother means?\r\n\r\n6. Why is statistical thinking so crucial in modern scientific enquiries in\r\nwhich massive databases of mostly uninteresting information are being\r\nsearched for interesting features (in astronomy, genetics and market\r\nresearch for example)?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-4-4-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1204M","ModuleTitle":"FS: Appreciation of Basic Results in Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Mathematical results are crystallizations of the collective wisdom of mankind and have their historical backgrounds, significances, impacts and applications. This module provides a platform for freshmen to discuss these aspects of some selected mathematical topics which include the following: Fundamental Theorems of Arithmetic, Algebra and Calculus, Fibonacci Sequence and Golden Section, Euler's Formula and Identity, Counting Principles and Binomial Coefficients, Pigeonhole Principle, Mathematical Induction, Prime Numbers, Catalan numbers, Inequalities, Modular Arithmetic, L'Hôpital's Rule, and Network Optimisation Problems, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1204S","ModuleTitle":"FS: Fraud, Deception and Data","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this seminar is to explore the relationship between fraud and\r\ndeception and statistics. Very often misleading claims in science and in society\r\nmore generally can arise from an ignorance of basic statistical ideas, but\r\nstatistical methods can also be abused knowingly in fraudulent behaviour. On\r\nthe other hand, statistical methods are also commonly used to detect and\r\nuncover fraud and dishonesty. After first looking at different kinds of deception\r\ninvolving data and the motivations for it this seminar will discuss the role of\r\nstatistics in uncovering deception in areas such as:\r\n\r\n1. Misleading claims in health;\r\n\r\n2. Misleading surveys and opinion polls;\r\n\r\n3. Claims and counterclaims in environmental science;\r\n\r\n4. Fraud detection in the financial world;\r\n\r\n5. Authorship disputes and detecting plagiarism\r\n\r\nIt is intended that students gain an appreciation for basic statistical ideas for\r\nhandling uncertainty as a key part of good scientific practice and decision\r\nmaking in society broadly.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-4-4-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1206P","ModuleTitle":"Energy Storage Devices - State of the Art","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Increased mechanization has simplified our daily lives\r\nsignificantly, but their high energy consumption nature has\r\nalso raised concerns about depleting fossil fuels (currently\r\nthe main source of energy). Research is being carried out\r\nworldwide to find alternate sources of energy. Solar and\r\nwind energy sound most promising but their intermittent\r\nnature is a major drawback. To counter this, significant\r\nR&D is being done to devise efficient energy storage\r\ndevices. This module attempts to give an overview of\r\nalternate energy systems and highlight the importance of\r\nenergy storage devices. Principle of operation, R&D and\r\nfuture trends, merits and limitations of various energy\r\nstorage systems will be discussed. Pumped storage\r\ndevices, fuel cells, batteries and their types, super\r\ncapacitors and hydrogen storage will be focused upon.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1210P","ModuleTitle":"Imaging our world","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"In our daily life we are surrounded by images. In science, images play an important role as well. These images contain scientific information, but there is also an element of beauty: we gaze at images of far galaxies or at images of individual atoms. \r\n\r\nIn this seminar we will explore various aspect of scientific imaging and address questions such as: What is it that we are actually looking at? How are these images produced? What are the limitations in imaging at small and large  dimensions?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1212P","ModuleTitle":"SYC: Simple Yet Complex","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Students often tend to think that if a system displays a complex behavior, it must be itself somehow complicated, difficult to describe. The aim of the module is to show, in a playful way, that this is not (always) the case, that really simple systems ranging from physics, meteorology, engineering, computer science, biology and economics, can have a rich, complex … and unpredictable behavior. Many notions are at the heart of this module such as determinism versus predictability, chaos, the need for a statistical description, random walks, ergodicity, entropy, fractals, cellular automata, self-organized criticality, emergent behavior, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1214B","ModuleTitle":"Mysteries of Water, Protein Aggregation and Diseases","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Despite the apparent simplicity of the water molecule, water is probably the most mysterious substance to both science and religions. Almost all religions decree the magic power of pure water. To our experience, where there is water, there is life. Water is widely regarded as the “matrix of life”. Nevertheless, various scientific debates are associated with water. For example, unbelievably, in the 1980s French scientist Benveniste and his collaborators proposed the notion of the “memory of water”.\n\nOn the other hand, proteins are the most important functional players for all forms of life.  An increasing spectrum of human diseases more than neurodegenerative diseases is characterized by aggregation of specific proteins, while aggregation of non-specific proteins are associated with aging even down to Escherichia coli. In 2005, we discovered that these “aggregated/insoluble” proteins could marvellously be solubilized in pure water, which thus offers my group to tackle an emerging but challenging problem in biology: molecular mechanisms for neurodegenerative diseases and aging.\n\nIn this module, we will explore how water shaped the emergence and evolution of life and how proteins get aggregated and subsequently gain toxicity to trigger diseases and aging. Most importantly, the students will have a full freedom to give their own opinions on these topics/debates.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1221B","ModuleTitle":"Science: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly and the Beautiful","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Science is characterized by a mode of critical thinking and method of systematic enquiry applied to the acquisition of knowledge. The scientific process of enquiry is therefore governed by basic and general yet essential principles.\r\nAbide by these principles, we will likely do good science (even though the findings may not be what we have expected, if not wanted, it to be). Ignore these principles we will be on a slippery slope to bad science. Violate these\r\nprinciples we will end up with ugly science. Students will learn about essential principles of scientific enquiry and why they are important in the acquisition of knowledge, and when they are ignored or violated, it will lead to bad and ugly consequences as had occurred in the real world.\r\nStudents will learn what is meant by scientific,\r\npseudoscientific, unscientific and non-scientific ideas.\r\nStudent will learn to appreciate the strengths (and\r\nlimitation) of scientific scholarship as well as respect nonscientific\r\nscholarship. Finally, students will learn that the\r\nscientific approach when intersect with non-scientific\r\ndisciplines (such as ethics, legal) can prevent science from\r\nturning ugly and when combine with creativity and\r\nimagination can produce beautiful results with powerful\r\nimpact.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Students who have read a Freshman Seminar before will be precluded from reading a second Freshman Seminar.\r\n\r\nStudents staying in Residential Colleges in UTown who will be reading or have read the Junior Seminars will be precluded from reading Freshman Seminar in the Faculty.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"FMS1227B","ModuleTitle":"The Science of the Brave New World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"In 1932 Aldous Huxley envisaged a world 600 hundred years into the future. Today, 85 years later, his vision about the human/technology interface has been realized. Through the eyes of science this module will look at the future world of “Brave New World” and how we will live in it.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FSP4003","ModuleTitle":"Field Service Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"Students will be given opportunities to work with real companies. The scope of the Field Service Project is part of the initial negotiations between the students and the company. It is an interactive process as the students have to make a preliminary survey of the company before finalising the job scope. The project is divided into stages– planning, research and assessment, and recommendations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"Varies depending on individual students with their supervisor","Prerequisite":"Varies according to the nature of the project.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST1101","ModuleTitle":"Science and Technology of Foods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an overview of the major animal and plant based foods and how these need to be processed or treated before consumption in order to ensure that they are safe to consume Particular emphasis is given to the potential problems of spoilage by micro-organisms but also the usefulness of some micro-organisms inthe production of selected foods. The application of the concepts is tested by the development (in teams) of new snack type products.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-3-2-2","Prerequisite":"Food Science and Technology Major","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST2102B","ModuleTitle":"Chemistry of Food Components","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover the chemistry of major food components such as water, lipid, carbohydrate, and protein including food enzymes.The basic functions of these components will also be introduced. Some chemical reactions involving these molecules with relation to food processing and storage are discussed. In addition, methods of chemical modification to change the chemical and physical properties of the food components are also presented.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"FST1101 and CM1121 or CM1501","Preclusion":"FST2102A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST2288","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Food Science & Technology I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to give level 2 students an introduction to research. The student will undertake a laboratory based investigation on a topic proposed by the supervisor. Students work independently but under the close supervision of the supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"FST1101 and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST2289","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Food Science & Technology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"his module is an extension of FST2288 and a more detailed and prolonged study stretching over two semesters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"FST1101 and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"FST3101","ModuleTitle":"Food Microbiology & Fermentation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the nature and activities of microorganisms found in foods and how they are affected by various food processing and preservation methods, the role of various microorganisms in relation to their significance in the products; i.e., indicator organisms, pathogens, spoilage organisms, and beneficial organisms. Study of starter cultures, their physiology and genetics in the preparation and application to different food products and ingredients, study of chemical, biochemical and microbial bio-transformations in selected indigenous foods and food ingredients.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-3-2-2","Prerequisite":"FST1101, FST2102B","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3103","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Food Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module covers a number of the most popular food processing operations, ranging from the conventional thermal processing to the modern membrane separation. Topics include thermal processing, microwave processing, evaporation, freezing, mixing, psychrometrics, mass transfer, membrane separation, and dehydration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-3-2-2","Prerequisite":"FST1101 and FST1103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3105","ModuleTitle":"Food Product Development and Packaging","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module intends to provide students with the opportunity to experience the stages of new product development through a problem-based learning project in\r\ncollaboration with a food company.\r\nLectures in this modules will cover three main topics:\r\n1. Introduction and essential steps in new food product development.\r\n2. Mechanism of food spoilage and shelf life analysis of foods.\r\n3. Principles and practices of food packaging.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-6-2","Prerequisite":"FST2102B and FST2107 and FST2108","Preclusion":"FST3104","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3106","ModuleTitle":"Sensory and Flavour Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module covers sensory science of food perception and preference, discrimination testing and sensory thresholds, basis of psycophysics in sensory evaluation, measurement of preference and liking, basis of training a sensory panel, sensory evaluation techniques used in quality control, experimental design and statistical analysis of sensory data; this module also covers the chemical basis of food flavour perception, study of biosynthetic pathways of selected flavour compounds, aroma characteristics and flavour quality of different food products important in the region, changes in flavour composition of foods/beverages in relation to processing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-3-2-2","Prerequisite":"FST2102B","Preclusion":"FST3104, FST4101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3181","ModuleTitle":"Professional Placement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This essential requirement for the FST major involves the student working in an industrial/governmental or similar institutions for a minimum period of 16 weeks. The aim is to introduce the student to the world of work and to improve their interpersonal skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"16 weeks of industrial attachment","Prerequisite":"Food Science & Technology Major","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3202","ModuleTitle":"Nutrition and Disease Prevention","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the role of nutrition, application of dietary therapy and functional food in the prevention of chronic disease. Basic concepts on how our genes and genome interact with our diet in health and diseases will be introduced. The format consists of a series of lectures, assigned readings and case studies involving aspects of problem based learning which relates the impact of food\r\ncomponents to disease prevention. The specific focus of this course relates food components such as dietary fibre, pre-biotics, pro-biotics, low glycemic and low fat foods to prevent or slow the progression of chronic disease such as colon cancer, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity and the metabolic syndrome.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"FST2201","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Food Science & Technology I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module allows students to develop their research skills by working on a supervised project which will be laboratory based. It is a similar module to FST2288 but the topic will require a deeper understanding of food sciences.  Students will work  independently under close supervision of the supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"By permission.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Food Science & Technology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module is an extension of FST3288 and involves a more detailed and prolonged study stretching over two semesters. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"FST3288, and by permission.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Food Science & Tech","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The practical work for this module is undertaken in Semester 1 and early part of semester 2 of the Honours year and the work written up and submitted in Semester 2. The project is an indepth study of an agreed topic and will normally require a substantial amount of laboratory work to generate primary data.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"For Cohort 2011 and before- At least an overall CAP of 3.50, on fulfillment of 100MC or more; and major requirements under the B.Appl.Sc. programme. Food Science and Technology Major. \r\n\r\nFor Cohort 2012 and after- At least an overall CAP of 3.20, on fulfillment of 100MC or more; and major requirements under the B.Appl.Sc. (for Cohort 2012 and 2013) /B.Sc. (for Cohort 2014 and after) programme. Food Science and Technology Major.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST4202","ModuleTitle":"Nutritional Biochemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to examine in depth the minor components of food and how these are important in health and disease. The biological basis of nutrition and the cellular mechanisms by which diet can influence health and activity will be examined along with the special dietary needs for minor components (e.g. micronutrients, selected phytochemicals) in certain disease states. Methods of isolation and identification of the compounds will be discussed and how food processing may affect their concentrations, bio-availability and bio-activity. Claims for nutritional benefits from food supplements such as herbs will be examined and the labelling of foods as regards health claims will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"FST3202 (or equivalent module) and either LSM2101 or LSM2211","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"FST5226","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Current Topics in Food Science II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"CHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This graduate level module will be an in-depth study of a selected advanced topic in Food Science and Technology. The topic may vary from year to year depending on the interests and availability of staff offering the module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"By lecturer’s approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GE1101E","ModuleTitle":"Geographical Journeys: Exploring World Environments","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces contemporary issues shaping our world and the geographical perspectives needed to understand them. Starting with ‘how geographers view the world’, the module offers a lens to analyse issues like climate change, urban flooding, human-environment relations, challenges of migration, cultural diffusion, economic integration and so forth. Each lecture will touch on contemporary scenarios and geographical analyses of issues. Students will also be exposed to field work techniques and strategies of project management in group discussions and project assignments. The goal is to develop students with strong ‘geographical imaginations’ better able to understand the world and all its complexities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE2206","ModuleTitle":"Geographies of Life and Death","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to contemporary debates in population from a geographical perspective, focusing on the ways that geography is implicated in the processes and meanings of life and death. Besides examining historical and contemporary population trends and demographic transitions, this module also investigates the discourses and politics of fertility and women’s bodies, migration and transnational life, disease and health-care, and ageing, death and dying. The module enables students to think critically about contemporary population problems and solutions and to understand how these influence policy formulation and everyday lives. This module is open to all students who are interested in population issues from a social science perspective.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GE2215","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to GIS & Remote Sensing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the important concepts and the practical use of Geographic Information System (GIS) in problem solving in both social and physical sciences. Topics to be covered include vector and raster data formats and their analytical functions.  This module is designed as learning through practicing, so practical laboratory excises utilising GIS software such as ArcView and ArcGIS will be major classroom activities. This module is mounted for students throughout NUS with interests in GIS applications in sciences, social sciences, engineering and business analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"IF2203","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE2218","ModuleTitle":"Leisure, Recreation and Tourism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Tourism is the largest industry in the world today, and its impacts on the physical environment and human societies are worthy of scrutiny.  The module provides a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of tourism and leisure, exploring in detail their economic, social, cultural and geographic implications on physical and human landscapes.  Concepts, models and theories drawn from the social sciences as well as geography, and case studies from the Asia-Pacific will be explored. The module is designed for level-2000 and level-3000 Geography students, but cross-faculty students are welcomed as well.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE2222","ModuleTitle":"Politics and Space","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the major thematic concerns that have\r\ntraditionally shaped political geography as a sub-discipline. It also allows students to engage with emerging issues that are likely to become focal points in shaping future debates among political geographers. The aim of the module is to explore the co-constitutive relationship between politics and space. As the political organization of society has spatial consequences, so too does geography influence our understanding of political relationships. These relations are negotiated and contested in multiple ways that cut across different locations, scales, and temporalities. Accordingly, we will examine political concerns, disputes, accommodations, and consequences from a geographical perspective, where students can expect to acquire a critical appreciation for the historical  trajectories and evolving implications of states, sovereignty, territoriality, nationalism,  colonialism, democracy, ethnic conflict, policing and crime, terrorism, war, environmental justice, and political activism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GE2227","ModuleTitle":"Cartography and Visualisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students to the basic concepts and techniques for the manipulation, analysis, and the graphic representation of geographic information. Topics covered include the history of mapping, projection, data handling and display, map design, colour and pattern, and computer mapping. Students will learn to produce high quality cartographic displays. The module prepares students for further course work in Geographic Information System (GIS). Additionally, cartographic skills are useful to students preparing for degrees in natural, physical, social and behavioural sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-4-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE2228","ModuleTitle":"Weather and Climate","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Weather has an immediate effect on all of us and climate is important in human affairs on a global level. This module provides an introduction to the processes underlying the atmospheric environment from local to global scales. It commences with a discussion of atmospheric concepts in a visual and practical manner. Understanding and application of meteorological principles will help to explain environmental phenomena such as clouds and rainfall, tropical storms or global climate change. Given its introductory and nonmathematical nature, this course is appropriate for students from all faculties. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GE2219","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE2230","ModuleTitle":"Energy Futures: Environment and Sustainability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The extraction, production, distribution and use of energy sources have significant environmental, social, political, and economic impacts. These impacts are multi-scalar, ranging from global climate change to socio-cultural disruption at the local and national scale. This module exposes students to these impacts with detailed case studies. The module also gives students a comprehensive background on the development and use of promising future postcarbon alternative energy sources such as wind, solar, geothermal, tidal, and biofuels. It also discusses how to build the architecture of a post-carbon economy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3204","ModuleTitle":"Cities and Regions: Planning for Change","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to the basic ideas and context of both urban and regional planning. Key planning systems, policy agendas and perspectives are critically assessed. Examples are drawn mainly from rapidly changing regions in Asia. Challenges addressed include infrastructure, land policy, housing, poverty, governance dilemmas and environmental problems. Planning in regions and cities is viewed in light of wider social, political and economic trends as well as the geographical context. Planning is placed into perspective relative to other forces that influence development patterns. The module is aimed at students wanting to understand planning and its place in society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3210","ModuleTitle":"Natural Resources: Policy and Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Module examines important geographical, ecological and political concepts and approaches to natural resources management. In particular, we focus on ownership regimes, access, exploitation and conservation in different social, economic and cultural contexts. Detailed cases of fisheries, forestry, freshwater and agriculture conflicts and problems are discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3219","ModuleTitle":"Globalisation and the Asian Cities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the social, political, and economic changes at various geographical scales with respect to globalisation. More specifically, this module focuses on developing understandings of the complex forces driving globalisation and the related urban and regional changes and the relationship between globalisation and regionalisation. This module is not just for geography students, but for all students who are interested in the urban and regional changes in the Asia-Pacific with respect to globalisation and regionalisation and the driving forces of the changes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3231","ModuleTitle":"Natural Hazards","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Natural hazards result in high losses in human life and welfare, property, resource productivity, and infrastructure.  Often human activities interact with the landscape to exacerbate the probability of a potentially hazardous situation. The module will cover the prediction, prevention, mitigation, and response strategies for various hazards.  Various types of natural hazards, including landslides, debris flows, volcanic hazards, earthquakes, fire, tsunami, typhoons, floods, tornadoes, and wildfire will be highlighted with respect to inherent forms and processes.  Examples will be presented from various regions worldwide.  Land management issues and effects will be emphasized, particularly within the context of the Pacific Rim.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3235","ModuleTitle":"Geographies of Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Through interrogating theories, strategies and trajectories of development in diverse contexts, students will develop a understanding of the geography of the global political economy as it relates to development issues and the attendant cultural and political geographies of development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3241","ModuleTitle":"Geographies of Social Life","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module explores debates in geography about social issues.  It emphasises the relationship between social identity and social space, and how different places reflect and shape diverse ways of life.  The module examines the role of space in the interplay of different social groups (e.g. ethnic groups, men/women), and in relation to different aspects of daily life (e.g. housing, leisure).  Its emphasis, however, is on how to think about these issues in different scales/contexts (streets, public spaces, global cities).  The course is intended for geography majors, and students throughout NUS with an interest in the relationship between society and space.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GE2224","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3244","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Petroleum Exploration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The existence of commercial deposits of oil and gas depends on geological conditions. These include the presence of a source rock, a reservoir rock and a\r\ngeological structure to migrate, trap and concentrate hydrocarbons. This module focuses on the petroleum system and its significance for understanding the subsurface environments in which hydrocarbon\r\nresources accumulate. The module provides a useful introduction to geological information used by the upstream petroleum industry in exploration, appraisal\r\nand production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GE3880A Topics in Petroleum Geoscience","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3550A","ModuleTitle":"GIS Internship Module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module presents Geography majors who are taking/ intend to declare GIS minor a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in using GIS. It allows the students to apply their geospatial technology skills, such as spatial database management, data visualization, and data analysis, in a real working environment. Through mentoring from internship managers of employing companies/public sectors and NUS advisors, students are trained to apply theoretical aspects of GIS for solving real-world problems. They will also be able to collaborate with colleagues from the employing company or agency, and develop research questions involving the use of GIS in environmental issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"See Remarks","Prerequisite":"The GISIM is for Geography majors who are taking/ intend to declare GIS minor, subject to the specific requirements of the hiring company or government agency.\r\n\r\nStudents must have completed GE2215 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems, before taking this module. Some companies may also require students to pass GE2227 and/ or GE3238.","Preclusion":"GE3550B and any other XX3550 module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3550B","ModuleTitle":"Geography Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Internships will take place in organizations or companies located in Singapore. Through the mentoring from internship managers of the employing companies/ organizations and NUS advisors, students are trained to apply theoretical aspects to solving real problems. Students will learn how policies and practices that they read about are applied in a real world situation. The hands-on experience they gain while on internship will provide an added dimension to their education. It will give them a practical edge and prepare them for work in the future.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"See Remarks","Prerequisite":"Students should:\r\n1) have completed a minimum of 24 MCs in Geography; and\r\n2) have declared Geography as their major","Preclusion":"GE3550A and any other XX3550 module\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GE4204","ModuleTitle":"Urban Space:Critical Perspectives","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Geographers have contributed much to understandings of urban lives, landscapes and processes. Urban Space: Critical Perspectives explores this contribution in two interrelated ways. First, through an examination of key themes in geographical analyses of cities and urban regions. These range from housing and infrastructure provision to mobility and labour market issues. And, second, through an engagement with diverse histories and geographies of cities. This involves a questioning of the spatiality of urban processes in various regions of the world, interrogating Euro-American-centred conceptions of urbanization and discussing alternative perspectives. The module thus examines both urban geographies and geo-histories of 'the urban'.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE or 28 MCs in SN, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE or 28 MCs in SN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (Global Studies)\r\nMust have read and passed GE1101E and at least one of the following modules: GE2204, GE3204 and GE3219. Completed at least 80MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4207","ModuleTitle":"Coastal Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an understanding of the tropical coastal ecosystems and evaluates various approaches and techniques to achieve sustainable coastal management.  The issues for discussion include sea level rise, beach erosion, coral reefs degradation, mangroves depletion, small-scale tourism development, and coastal management strategies of small island states. Case studies are taken mainly from Southeast Asia. The module should appeal to all geography students taking an applied approach to coastal management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. Must have read and passed GE1101E or at least one of the following modules: GE2219, GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221 and GE3227.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. Must have read and passed GE1101E or at least one of the following modules: GE2219, GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221 and GE3227.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (BES students from both specialisations).\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of NUS modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need to complete 28 MCs of GE modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need a minimum CAP of 3.20 before they can read any level-4000 GE modules.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (Global Studies)\r\nMust have read and passed GE1101E and at least one of the following modules: GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221, GE3223 and GE3231 and completed at least 80MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4212","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Modelling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an introduction to the application of models (analytical, numerical, physical) through theory and practice in environmental or social sciences. Strengths and weaknesses of individual model types are discussed. Hands-on practical experience in the design and application of computer-based modelling will be a focus of the course. After completion the students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concept of modelling, explain why and how modelling is employed in environmental or social sciences and possess skills in developing and critically assessing such models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. Must have read and passed GE1101E or at least one of the following modules: GE2219, GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221 and GE3227.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. Must have read and passed GE1101E or at least one of the following modules: GE2219, GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221 and GE3227.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (BES students from both specialisations)\r\nMust have read and passed GE1101E or at least one of the following modules: GE2219, GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221 and GE3227. Completed 80 MCs of NUS modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need to complete 28 MCs of GE modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need a minimum CAP of 3.20 before they can read any level-4000 GE modules.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (Global Studies)\r\nMust have read and passed GE1101E and at least one of the following modules: GE2220, GE2228, GE2229, GE3221, GE3223 and GE3227. Completed at least 80MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4213","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Geographies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module facilitates a theoretical and methodological engagement with 'the cultural' in Geography and related fields of study. Cultural Analysis examines: theoretical developments in geographical studies of culture, particularly interrelations with domains that have conventionally been considered extra-cultural (such as 'the economic' and 'the political'); and methodological techniques and approaches for studying reconceptualised notions of culture (in particular, 'cultural politics' and 'cultural economy'). The module will appeal to advanced students in Geography and related disciplines interested in interrelationships between culture and space.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, or 28 MCs in SN with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, or 28 MCs in SN with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (Global Studies)\r\nMust have read and passed GE1101E and at least one of the following modules: GE2206, GE3206 and GE3237. Completed at least 80MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4218","ModuleTitle":"Interpreting Tourism Spaces and Cultures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The recent decades has seen a rise in concern over the ills of tourism, and an attendant shift towards forms of tourism that is considered 'alternative', 'sustainable', or 'responsible'. Central to such rhetoric is the idea that tourism can and should consider ethics, morals, and responsibility. This module intends to critically analyze these contemporary shifts towards the responsible tourism, and its implications on society and space. On a broader level, it posits important questions on what is leisure, recreation, and enjoyment, in a time when increasing calls are made towards acknowledging the implicit moralities in all aspects of life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4220","ModuleTitle":"Field Investigation in Physical Geography","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The module provides an opportunity for students to gain hands-on skills and research design practice through residential fieldwork in physical geography. The field trip will be embedded within the regular semester and will be preceded by preparatory classes to provide concepts, theories and specific techniques\r\nrelevant to the fieldwork location. It will be followed by a period of post fieldwork analysis and presentation of project outcomes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-7-2.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GE4223","ModuleTitle":"Development of Geographic Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Aimed at developing a critical perspective on the nature and practice of modern geography, the module situates the development of geography within the wider context of philosophical and social change. It examines the basic nature of the discipline by considering some of the ways in which the relationship between the society and space has been theorised within geography. There are two parts to the module, each to be conducted over one semester. One component traced the history of the discipline and evaluates the different paradigms, approaches and methodological considerations which have influenced human geography including the impact of positivism, humanism, Marxism, feminism, realism and postmodernism. The second component explores the development of environmental scientific thought and practice and related philosophical issues, before examining the unity diversity of physical and human geographies through key concepts such as space, place, environment and landscape.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted at least 80MCs, including 28MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted at least 80MCs, including 28MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: (BES students from both specialisations).\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of NUS modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need to complete 28 MCs of GE modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need a minimum CAP of 3.20 before they can read any level-4000 GE modules.","Preclusion":"GE4101A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4225","ModuleTitle":"Young People and Children: Global Perspectives","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module will examine the theories and concepts of childhood and youth-hood from critical geography and development studies perspectives. The module will particularly focus on approaches and material from the\r\nsub-discipline of children’s and young people’s geographies. It will explore material and representational geographies of children and young people from a global perspective. Different strands of examination may include key issues such as: children’s and young people’s social and spatial identities; the complexities of growing up global; young people and social and cultural development; mediated representations of younger people; youthful politics and\r\nactivism; contexts of education, employment and aspirations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4226","ModuleTitle":"Mobile Spaces: Making Social Worlds","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students theoretical and applied understandings of mobilities as a productive site of social life and culture. Drawing perspectives from the ‘new’ mobilities paradigm, it demonstrates how movement is not a sterile activity or zone, but a space replete with meaning. To exemplify this point, this course takes transportation as a lens of analysis, and interrogates its socio-cultural organization and experience. Three aspects will be emphasized, namely the identities and embodiments latent in transportation; the infrastructures of transit; and the (geo)politics of mobility. Case studies will be drawn internationally, including Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4227","ModuleTitle":"Climate Change: Processes, Impact and Responses","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module investigates geographical aspects of recent and future climate change, especially at regional and local spatial scales. The following major topics will be introduced, with greater focus in places depending on the specialisation of the lecturer(s). 1. The physical science of climate change, which include observational and modelling techniques and evidence; 2. Sectorial and multi-scale impacts on natural and human systems, which include vulnerability frameworks, and communicating aspects of climate change; 3. Adaptation, mitigation measures and sustainable development, which include technological developments, risk and decision making under uncertainty, governmental responses and socioeconomic assessments of climate change mitigation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted at least 80MCs, including 28MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted at least 80MCs, including 28MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: \r\n(BES students from both specialisations).\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of NUS modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need to complete 28 MCs of GE modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need a minimum CAP of 3.20 before they can read any level-4000 GE modules.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"Equivalent to 8 MCs (applies to students entering Arts 1 in 1999/2000 or earlier). Equivalent to 10 MCs (applies to students entering Arts 1 in 2000/2001). Equivalent to 12 MCs (applies to students entering Arts 1 in 2001/2002 and later). Word limit to be advised. Please check with the Honours Year Coordinator. The Honours Thesis may be on either: (a) an aspect of the geography of Singapore or Malaysia; or (b) any other approved geography topic.  The subject for the thesis is to be chosen in consultation with the staff of the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-37.5-0","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 and before\nTo read and pass GE3240. Completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of GE requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2013-2015\nTo read and pass GE3240. Completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of GE requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards\nTo read and pass GE3240. Completed 110 MCs including 44 MCs of GE requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards: (BES NVG students)\nTo read and pass GE3240. Completed 80 MCs of NUS modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need to complete 28 MCs of GE modules before they can read any level-4000 GE modules. Do not need a minimum CAP of 3.20 before they can read any level-4000 GE modules.","Preclusion":"GE4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted at least 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in GE with a minimum CAP of 3.5 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"GE4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE5214","ModuleTitle":"Landscapes of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an overview of the diversity of peoples and places in\nSoutheast Asia, with the aim of examining its regional identity. It is grounded conceptually in the notion of “landscape”, situated across multiple scales of reality from the local to the global. Empirically, aspects of material and  on-material cultures and dimensions of Southeast Asia will be discussed, including the economy, religion, environment and politics. The potential and limits\nof “landscape geography” in critically understanding Southeast Asia will also be assessed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SE5221","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE5217","ModuleTitle":"RESEARCH METHODS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This course is intended to provide an introduction to integrative aspects of earth environmental sciences, varying from climatology, geomorphology, hydrology to ecology, at the research level. Environmental systems are studied at several scales and research design is examined within the context of experimental methods in physical geography. The course includes lectures, reading assignments and seminars. Students are expected to participate actively throughout. This course is for all graduate students during the first semester in which they are registered in the department of geography. A formal research proposal for beginning graduate students (MA and PhD level) is expected at the end.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GE6215","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE5223","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Applied GIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students the fundamental concepts and components of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Fundamental concepts covered include spatial data models, data quality, cartographic principles, and\r\nspatial analysis. Hands-on training provided includes spatial data development, attribute management, geovisualization, and spatial analysis\r\noperations. Some selected cases of GIS applications in social sciences, humanities, environmental studies, and management will be introduced. The\r\nrole of GIS as an integrated platform for decision making will be highlighted. The module is for students who have no prior GIS background but wish to apply geospatial techniques in their respective fields of interest.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students with prior GIS training should consult with the lecturer in charge to decide if the module is suitable.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE5226","ModuleTitle":"GIS Applications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in GIS applications across a range of different subject areas, including geography, geology, environmental science, ecology, civil engineering, urban planning, real estate, health sciences, social sciences and humanities. Through this module, students are expected to explore different modelling approaches, discuss applications of the models, and work on lab exercises and research projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-3-3-2","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GE5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The level 5000 Independent Study Module is designed to enable a graduate student or small group of graduate students to explore an approved topic relating to their planned area of research. Students should normally expect to meet with their mentor three to five times over the duration of the module. A proposal must be drawn up between the student(s) and mentor and approved by the Graduate Coordinator/Deputy Graduate Coordinator before the end of week 3 of the semester. The assignment will comprise written work of 4000-6000 words, or 6000-8000 words for a group-based, single (collective) piece. All CA is double-marked.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1-0-6-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE6221","ModuleTitle":"Discussing Human-Environment Interactions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module discusses key concepts relating to interactions between humans and their environment, from both theoretical and empirical perspectives. Important classic and recent publications relating to a range of subject matter will be discussed, such as: foundational concepts, theories and issues relating to the human-environment interface; conceptual framing of human-environment interactions and methodological approaches to their study; the ways through which human-environment interactions have been and are viewed, produced and commodified; anthropogenic environmental changes, and their separation from natural variability; environmental hazards; policy and management implications and responses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-3-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GE6224","ModuleTitle":"POLITICAL GEOGRAPHY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module is an advanced level course in concepts, approaches and methods in political geography. The teaching and learning objectives involve a sophisticated understanding and appreciation of the trajectory, approaches and contents of political geography; A grounding in research methods and concepts in political geography and an appreciation of the relationship of political geography to allied fields both in geography and the wider social sciences and humanities. The major topics to be covered are the modes of thinking in political geography; Contested concepts: power, territory, boundaries, scale and place; Critical geopolitics; States, territory and identity; Geographies of political and social movements and Geographies of environmental politics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GE6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The level 6000 Independent Study Module is designed to enable an individual student to explore in some depth a topic in Geography that is of relevance to their research interests. Students should normally expect to meet with their mentor three to five times over the duration of the module. A proposal must be drawn up between the student(s) and mentor and approved by the Graduate Coordinator/Deputy Graduate Coordinator before the end of week 3 of the semester. The assignment will comprise written work of 4000-6000 words. All CA is double-marked.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1-0-9-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1001","ModuleTitle":"Globalisation and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students an introduction into the role of new communication technologies in the context of globalization. We will explore various aspects of global communication flows including the global reach of new media and its consequences, global and transnational timesharing and workflows, the role of new media in global and local politics, and the potential of new and traditional communication channels in the context of various forms of activism and communication for social change. The role of culture in global communication and ways in which cultural processesshape and are shaped by the landscape of globalization will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1036","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1002","ModuleTitle":"Economic Issues in Dev World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to highlight the major economic problems that characterize the present-day developing countries with special reference to ASEAN and East Asian NIEs. While the problems and issues are brought out in a non-technical fashion, the relevant policies are discussed with the help of appropriate empirical evidences so as to allow the students to gauge the extent of success achieved by various policies. The course is likely to impart useful knowledge and information on the prime development issues that concern the developing world today. After the successful completion of the module, students should be able to identify the main problems that are currently faced in Asia and would be able to make some policy suggestions in dealing with these problems. They will also gain some useful experience on the economic development of Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1018K, GEK1018","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1004","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Heritage: Hist & Lit","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to provide a general understanding of traditional China by focusing on two important aspects of its civilization: history and literature. In the first half of the semester, students will be introduced to the major political, intellectual, and social developments in the various dynasties of imperial China.  In the second half of the semester, the module calls attention to the major literary genres that dominated each historical period, from the pre-Qin era through the Tang dynasty.  In so doing, we offer students an overview of what formed the cornerstone of the civilization of traditional China. (This module is taught in English.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1007","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1009","ModuleTitle":"Framing Bollywood: Unpacking The Magic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Bollywood Cinema is recognised as the most vibrant form of cultural media in India, one whose influence now extends to many parts of the world. By studying the content and meaning of selected Bollywood films, this module will introduce students to key social, economic, political and cultural issues in India, and\nexplore important concepts in the humanities and social sciences such as nationalism, gender and sexuality, diaspora and globalisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1050","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1013","ModuleTitle":"Pirates, Oceans and the Maritime World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Piracy, understood broadly as violence or crime at sea, is a present day phenomenon and yet one which has a history spanning centuries and across all the oceans of the world. From pirates to privateers, corsairs to raiders, maritime predators take various names and forms. This module explores the history of pirates and piracy. By examining case studies from the 1400s onwards and by placing pirates into the context of oceanic history and maritime studies, students will be able to demystify the popular images often associated with pirates.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2049","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1014","ModuleTitle":"Samurai, Geisha, Yakuza as Self or Other","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module challenges the foundation of human knowledge. Examining cultural icons from Japan's past and present we will unpack the assumptions, stereotypes, narrative strategies, and visualizing techniques of representing Japan. Students will probe one or more of Japan's three famous cultural icons - the samurai, the geisha, and/or the yakuza - as they appear in literature, visual and performance arts, and academic writings. By the end of the module students will not only have a richer understanding of the 'realities' behind such icons, but more significantly, they will be equipped to challenge stereotypes of Japan presented by journalism, popular culture, and the humanistic and social sciences.  Ultimately such discovery will lead students to question their own knowledge of self and other. Students should refer to the module IVLE page for details of the selected icon(s) for the current semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2022","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1015","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Borrowing: Japan and China","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Humans have always actively borrowed from other cultures. Such borrowing is a creative process which influences aspects of life ranging from basic material\nneeds to aesthetic appreciation. Often, however, cultural borrowing is labelled as simple imitation. This results in cultural stereotypes that impede understanding of other cultures. Using Chinese and Japanese cultural borrowings as illustration, this module teaches second and third year students to analyze the creative process of cultural exchange. By developing theoretical perspectives from the study of China and Japan, students will learn about exchanges among culture in general.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2042","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1032","ModuleTitle":"Modern Technology in Medicine and Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The human race has entered an epoch where life span has increased significantly. During the twentieth century, life span has increased from around 50 to over 75 years mainly due to antibiotics, vaccinations, and improved nutrition. However this increase in lifespan has brought to the forefront a rise in many age-related diseases. These diseases, which include cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, are now a focus of health care in the 21st century. This course describes many of these diseases, and their diagnosis and treatment using advanced technology found in modern hospitals. The course also provides an insight into the scientific principles underlying these new and powerful technologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"GEK1540","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1034","ModuleTitle":"Clean Energy and Storage","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Modern civilization, which on the one hand boasts of having discovered the behaviour of subatomic particles, has also to its credit the impending intensified energy crisis and global warming. The urgent need to address these challenges has now become obvious. The course will acquaint students with the role of scientific development towards understanding the current global energy crisis and global warming. Emphasis will be given on how scientific progress has helped us in understanding the principle and development of various clean energy and storage technologies, their potential and applicability in present day scenarios and in shaping future energy systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1535","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1036","ModuleTitle":"Living with Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to exhibit some simple mathematical ideas that permeate a modern society and to show how a reasonably numerate person can use these ideas in everyday life and, in the process, gain an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematical ideas. For example, we will learn some counting methods that can be applied to the enumeration of bus routes in a model of a grid system of roads in a city. We will also investigate some basic properties of graphs, which are mathematical structures used to model relationships between people in social networks, groups, organizations, computers, URLs etc. Transmission of digital information and signals is now an integral part of modern society. We will look at questions like: How do we encode information so that certain errors in transmission can be detected, or even corrected? How do we check that a given sequence of numbers is a proper International Standard Book Number (ISBN)? How do we encrypt sensitive information like credit card numbers using properties of prime numbers? Finally, we will examine some basic ideas in probability which are often at the basis for making decisions and judgement in the real world with random outcomes and measurements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1505","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1042","ModuleTitle":"The Search for Life on Other Worlds","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The module shall examine the scientific definition for life, its origins on this planet, and the possibility of finding it elsewhere in our solar system and beyond. It will develop fundamental concepts by drawing elementary knowledge from diverse fields of natural sciences such as Biology, Geology and Astronomy. It would give students an idea of how scientists work and think. The scientific contents of the module shall be speckled with historical, social and philosophical ponderings. The module shall put forward the message that there exist some profoundly important pursuits for us humans, both as a species and as a civilization","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1537","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1043","ModuleTitle":"Microbes which Changed Human History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The primary aim of the module is to introduce students to the nature of infectious diseases and their impact on human activities.  At the end of the module, students will be able to understand the interactions between microorganisms and human, and the position and role of human in the living world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1534","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1045","ModuleTitle":"World Religions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course offers an introductory survey of major religious traditions of the world, with specific Page 12 of 141 focus on Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We will examine the historical development of each tradition, along with its sacred texts, basic philosophical\nideas, patterns of ritual and worship, and specialized institutions Our goal is to provide an objective understanding of each faith tradition on its own terms, and secondarily, to explore how religion is relevant to contemporary social, political and cultural issues. This is an introductory course which presumes no prior expertise in religious studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1045","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1046","ModuleTitle":"Visual images","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"What is the power of artistic images? How do images express ideas and feelings? How are images controlled and used to control or influence people in different societies? How do images become sacred or lose their sacred potential? How do images function in rituals? The module explores the ways visual images are produced, used, exploited, and transformed in different societies. The class attempts to answer some of these questions through looking at the social life of visual images across cultures and time periods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1056","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1047","ModuleTitle":"Social and Cultural Studies through Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a cross-cultural introduction to music both as an art and as a human, socio-cultural phenomenon. Through lectures, reading and listening assignments, and actually playing different styles of music, students will learn how music works, why people listen to and make music, what its roles are in a society, and how these things vary in different cultures. The module introduces a variety of musical styles and cultures that represent an enormous wealth of human experience. At the end of the course the students will have access to a much wider variety of music to listen to, participate in, enjoy, and understand.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1054","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1049","ModuleTitle":"Public Health in Action","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"From the global increase in obesity to SARS, a range of health issues and solutions will be explored in differing contexts throughout the world. Working in small groups, students debate and evaluate paths to addressing global health issues in a variety of cultural contexts. For example, lessons learned about tuberculosis in Russia may be applied to the Singaporean context, or students may examine efforts to prevent newborn deaths in developing nations. Students will develop an appreciation of how the health of an entire population impacts individuals and how complex problems can be prevented or addressed using culturally appropriate solutions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1900","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1053","ModuleTitle":"Film Art and Human Concerns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Can movies engage with serious concerns? Through the close study of films by great directors, this module explores how film as an artistic medium can be used to engage with significant socio-cultural and existential concerns. Students will be taught how to analyze film as an artistic medium and, further, how film directors use the aesthetic elements of film to engage with important subjects. Through films by directors like Stanley Kubrick, Orson Welles, Wong Kar-Wai and Zhang Yimou, students get a chance to reflect on issues like the human condition, the family, the urban condition, love and society, and the nation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2020","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1054","ModuleTitle":"Names as Markers of Socio-cultural Identity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on names as a means of marking out the socio-cultural identity of the named and of the namer. Attention will be paid to anthroponyms (personal names), toponyms (place names) and commercial names. This module will be interdisciplinary in nature and will combine a range of approaches to names. Linguistic and philosophical approaches will provide the theoretical anchor to the topic of names. Subsequent seminars will contextualise names in their historical, geographical, political and literary contexts. There will be scope for students to develop the module in the direction of their interests in the mini project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1031","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1056","ModuleTitle":"Understanding Contemporary Cultures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to the anthropological perspective within the social sciences.  It covers a variety of topics including globalization, inequality, forms of exchange, consumption, the politics of gender, ethnicity and self-identity.  These themes will be examined using a comparative and historical perspective to help students better understand the connections and processes that shape social life in Singapore and elsewhere in the world at different levels.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1060","ModuleTitle":"Social History of the Piano","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"An interdisciplinary study of how societies and different generations responded to the invention of the piano. This module focuses on the social history of the piano throughout the past three centuries, canvassing a wide array of performers, composers, supporters, manufacturers, “heroes”, politicians, teachers and students. Various expressions of ideologies from differing periods eventually revolutionized and efffectuated the versatility of the piano, shaping a legacy which led to the “globalization” of the piano, including China. Students will learn through lectures, readings, discussions, listening, playing, and attending piano recitals and masterclasses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1061","ModuleTitle":"Representation and Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces the basic concepts in representations of gender, politics, celebrities and culture, and otherness. Concepts that will be examining in this module include representation, structuralism, and feminism. The module will examine and analyse the basic idea of representation, celebrity and culture, gender, politics and otherness; and how media portray them.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEH1065","ModuleTitle":"Art in Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"In this module students will learn that art does not exist apart from society. What is considered art is determined by ideas within a particular time period and social institutions. Furthermore, art is not only about the artist. As a social activity, art making involves elaborate cooperation among specialised personnel. Giving focus to visual art and using examples from Southeast Asia\r\nand beyond, topics covered include gender in the arts; governments, economies and religion in shaping the arts; artists and their art making as well as social dimensions of aesthetic experience and interpretation of art works.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1000","ModuleTitle":"An Introduction to Literary Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Human beings are 'tale-telling animals'. We all tell stories, and we all listen to them, read them and watch them. This module looks at the ways in which people tell stories, the kinds of stories they tell, and the meanings those stories generate. It focuses, in particular, upon the telling, and gives special attention to questions concerned with that. Texts include a novel, a play, films, short stories, poems and oral tales.","CrossModule":"EN1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS Qualifying\r\nEnglish Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.","Preclusion":"EN1101E. Students who are majoring in EN, or intend to major in EN should not take GEK1000.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1002","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Japanese Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students to the subject of Japanese studies from a multi-disciplinary approach. It has three main components. The first component is humanities, covering art, philosophy, history and literature. The second component is social sciences, which includes sociology,anthropology, politics and economics. The third component is linguistics and language development. Students will learn about the methods and theories the various disciplines contribute to the study of Japan. Audio-visual materials, fieldwork, guest lectures, study tours, projects and debates will supplement lecture and tutorials.","CrossModule":"JS1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"JS1101E. Students majoring in JS are precluded from taking\r\nthis module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1003","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this module is to impart a preliminary overview of political science and its sub-fields so that students have a basic orientation of the discipline. It briefly explains the scope and components of each of the four sub-fields (political theory, comparative politics, international relations and public administration) and familiarises students with the major issues and arguments related to power, justice, political culture, national identity, accountability, ethics and world order. It also focuses on key political institutions. The module will be of interest to students across the university who want to gain a basic understanding of politics.","CrossModule":"PS1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PS1101, GEM1003K, PS1101E.  Not for students majoring in PS","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1005","ModuleTitle":"Understanding Contemporary Cultures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to the anthropological perspective within the social sciences.  It covers a variety of topics including globalization, inequality, forms of exchange, consumption, the politics of gender, ethnicity and self-identity.  These themes will be examined using a comparative and historical perspective to help students better understand the connections and processes that shape social life in Singapore and elsewhere in the world at different levels.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1056","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1007","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Heritage: History and Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to provide a general understanding of traditional China by focusing on two important aspects of its civilization: history and literature. In the first half of the semester, students will be introduced to the major political, intellectual, and social developments in the various dynasties of imperial China.  In the second half of the semester, the module calls attention to the major literary genres that dominated each historical period, from the pre-Qin era through the Tang dynasty.  In so doing, we offer students an overview of what formed the cornerstone of the civilization of traditional China. (This module is taught in English.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEH1004","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1008","ModuleTitle":"Southeast Asia: A Changing Region","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Description Southeast Asia has been described as one of the 'crossroads of the world' - a place where people from many cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds meet. The intermingling of people, the exchange of ideas and international commerce have been part of Southeast Asian life for centuries. This module surveys the broad currents of conflict, change and continuity across the region from a multidisciplinary perspective. It looks at how Southeast Asian societies and political systems have changed over time in response to the pressures of ecology, colonialism, nationalism, urbanization and globalization. The module also looks at the way ethnic, religious, national and regional identities have been constructed, used and altered over time. The overall objective is to provide students with an introduction to different ways of exploring Southeast Asia and different experiences of living in the region.","CrossModule":"SE1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SE1101E, SSA1202, SS1203SE and GEM1008K. Not for students majoring, or intend to major in SE.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1010T","ModuleTitle":"Property Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an overview of property management allowing students to appreciate the basic theories, concepts and principles; gain knowledge of the wide spectrum of property management functions; as well as understand how property management is vital in the context of advancement in information technology and changing demographic and social trends. The major topics include: the scope and functions of property management, legislations and regulations, lease management, maintenance management, fire safety management, facilities management, building automation systems, management information systems, security and risk management, financial and investment management, management corporations and town councils, as well as estate upgrading and renewal.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Not for Real Estate students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1011","ModuleTitle":"The Nature of Language","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This introductory overview of linguistics aims at equipping students with a solid foundation in the object, methods and goals of the science of spoken language, the prime tool of human communication. Through a principled analysis of patterns of sound, form and meaning at the levels of word, sentence and text, students will gain insight into what it means to say that language is a rule-governed system and an organic whole. The results of this exploration will be useful to those interested in the relationship between language and mind, society and culture.","CrossModule":"EL1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.","Preclusion":"EL1101E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1018","ModuleTitle":"Economic Issues in the Developing World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to highlight the major economic problems that characterize the present-day developing countries with special reference to ASEAN and East Asian NIEs. While the problems and issues are brought out in a non-technical fashion, the relevant policies are discussed with the help of appropriate empirical evidences so as to allow the students to gauge the extent of success achieved by various policies. The course is likely to impart useful knowledge and information on the prime development issues that concern the developing world today. After the successful completion of the module, students should be able to identify the main problems that are currently faced in Asia and would be able to make some policy suggestions in dealing with these problems. They will also gain some useful experience on the economic development of Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1045","ModuleTitle":"World Religions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course offers an introductory survey of major religious traditions of the world, with specific Page 12 of 141 focus on Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We will examine the historical development of each tradition, along with its sacred texts, basic philosophical\nideas, patterns of ritual and worship, and specialized institutions Our goal is to provide an objective understanding of each faith tradition on its own terms, and secondarily, to explore how religion is relevant to contemporary social, political and cultural issues. This is an introductory course which presumes no prior expertise in religious studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEH1045","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1054","ModuleTitle":"Social and Cultural Studies through Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a cross-cultural introduction to music both as an art and as a human, socio-cultural phenomenon. Through lectures, reading and listening assignments, and actually playing different styles of music, students will learn how music works, why people listen to and make music, what its roles are in a society, and how these things vary in different cultures. The module introduces a variety of musical styles and cultures that represent an enormous wealth of human experience. At the end of the course the students will have access to a much wider variety of music to listen to, participate in, enjoy, and understand. \n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1047","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1056","ModuleTitle":"Visual images","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"What is the power of artistic images? How do images express ideas and feelings? How are images controlled and used to control or influence people in different societies? How do images become sacred or lose their sacred potential? How do images function in rituals? The module explores the ways visual images are produced, used, exploited, and transformed in different societies. The class attempts to answer some of these questions through looking at the social life of visual images across cultures and time periods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GEH1046","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1062","ModuleTitle":"Bridging East and West: Exploring Chinese Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module offers NUS students an opportunity to explore different aspects and contexts of Chinese communication. The target audience is English speaking undergraduates with minimal Chinese language proficiency. The various contexts of Chinese communication include advertising, business, the press, social communication, regional usages, pop culture, translations, meaning of Chinese names, codeswitching and the use of Chinese dialects. It is intended to serve as a primer for students interested in these areas of study. A minimum Chinese language proficiency of CLB is required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GET1002","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1067","ModuleTitle":"Life, the Universe, and Everything","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module offers an opportunity to grapple with some of the most enduring challenges to human thought. Our starting point is a conception of ourselves as free and conscious beings equipped with bodies that allow us to observe and explore a familiar external world. Successive lectures investigate alternative conceptions of the human condition, such as ones in which we are unfree, or non-spirituous, or inhabit a world whose fundamental nature is hidden from our view. Different conceptions bear differently on the further question of what we should value and why. Discussion is both argument-driven and historically informed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PH1102E, GET1029","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1505","ModuleTitle":"Living with Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to exhibit some simple mathematical ideas that permeate a modern society and to show how a reasonably numerate person can use these ideas in everyday life and, in the process, gain an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematical ideas. For example, we will learn some counting methods that can be applied to the enumeration of bus routes in a model of a grid system of roads in a city. We will also investigate some basic properties of graphs, which are mathematical structures used to model relationships between people in social networks, groups, organizations, computers, URLs etc. Transmission of digital information and signals is now an integral part of modern society. We will look at questions like: How do we encode information so that certain errors in transmission can be detected, or even corrected? How do we check that a given sequence of numbers is a proper International Standard Book Number (ISBN)? How do we encrypt sensitive information like credit card numbers using properties of prime numbers? Finally, we will examine some basic ideas in probability which are often at the basis for making decisions and judgement in the real world with random outcomes and measurements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1036.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1519","ModuleTitle":"Science of Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to establish clear relationships between the basic elements of music found in virtually all musical cultures and their underlying scientific and mathematical principles. Musical scales which are the foundation of western musical culture as well as many other musical cultures will be discussed, with their evolution viewed from both western and non-western perspectives. The scientific and technical basis for the development of musical instruments of different musical cultures such as the piano, as well as their acoustical characteristics, will be examined. The module also looks at contemporary technologies in music such as digitization which has profoundly affected how the music of virtually all musical cultures is propagated.","CrossModule":"PC1327","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PC1327, GEH1030","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1521","ModuleTitle":"Physics in the Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Life science is the science that deals with phenomena regarding living organisms. It includes branches such as biology, medicine, anthropology and ecology. Physics on the other hand, studies the fundamental relationship between matter, energy, space, and time. Many people may consider them to be in different regimes and require different mindsets to work on. But as both disciplines advanced, it became increasingly clear that the interactions between them are far more pervasive and fundamental than one might expect. For example, the field of biophysics has risen since the 1950s, and it has vastly changed how biologists look at living systems or study biology. It proved that the mindsets of biology and physics can join together to provide deeper insight into the phenomenon we call life. We will base the material on the basic laws of physics, and discuss how they are interwined with all kinds of life science and daily life phenomena, from cells to ecosystems and from Earth to outer space. Through reading this module, the students would be able to think deeper about the daily phenomena around them, and understand better the foundation of life on Earth.","CrossModule":"PC1326","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GET1013. Students majoring in Physics are not allowed to take this module","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1523T","ModuleTitle":"Innovativeness In Engineering Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Engineering is an innovative profession. This can be observed from the machinery, equipment, utensils and products that engineers have designed throughout the history of mankind. The aim of this module is to widen the horizons of a students understanding of the man-made world in which he is a part of. Topics to be covered include: (1) Characteristics of engineering design, (2) History of engineering innovation, (3) Examples of engineering innovation, (4) Engineering design process, (5) Innovativeness in engineering design, (6) Case studies. A few hands on and interactive tutorials will also be included. The module does not involve mathematics and is therefore suitable for all non-engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1534","ModuleTitle":"Microbes which Changed Human History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The primary aim of the module is to introduce students to the nature of infectious diseases and their impact on human activities.  At the end of the module, students will be able to understand the interactions between microorganisms and human, and the position and role of human in the living world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"GEH1043","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1537","ModuleTitle":"The Search for Life on Other Worlds","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The module shall examine the scientific definition for life, its origins on this planet, and the possibility of finding it elsewhere in our solar system and beyond. It will develop fundamental concepts by drawing elementary knowledge from diverse fields of natural sciences such as Biology, Geology and Astronomy. It would give students an idea of how scientists work and think. The scientific contents of the module shall be speckled with historical, social and philosophical ponderings. The module shall put forward the message that there exist some profoundly important pursuits for us humans, both as a species and as a civilization","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1042","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1540","ModuleTitle":"Modern Technology in Medicine and Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The human race has entered an epoch where life span has increased significantly. During the twentieth century, life span has increased from around 50 to over 75 years mainly due to antibiotics, vaccinations, and improved nutrition. However this increase in lifespan has brought to the forefront a rise in many age-related diseases. These diseases, which include cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, are now a focus of health care in the 21st century. This course describes many of these diseases, and their diagnosis and treatment using advanced technology found in modern hospitals. The course also provides an insight into the scientific principles underlying these new and powerful technologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"GEH1032","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1549","ModuleTitle":"Critical Thinking And Writing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to help students think critically through analysing arguments and presenting their arguments effectively. Relevance to engineering practice will be emphasized with reference to Goldberg’s seven missing basics in engineering education. Ideas/claims/assertions/inferences are value driven and their successful communication is structured on sound reasoning and convincing expression. In the course, students will learn critical thinking skills through interaction with and rigorous analysis of various written texts. They will assess the arguments of others and develop their own, support them convincingly and convey them effectively in a critical evaluation and problem-solution research paper.","CrossModule":"ES1531","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"1. Students who are required to read ES1000 and/or EAP modules ES1102/ES1103 must pass it/them before taking ES1531/GEK1549.\n2. Only students matriculated in AY2014/15 are allowed to take GEK1549.","Preclusion":"EG1413, Students who have already read WP2201%, IEM1201% or UTW1001% module, GEK1901, U-town students cannot bid for ES1531/GEK1549. GET1021.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK1900","ModuleTitle":"Public Health in Action","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"From the global increase in obesity to SARS, a range of health issues and solutions will be explored in differing contexts throughout the world. Working in small groups, students debate and evaluate paths to addressing global health issues in a variety of cultural contexts. For example, lessons learned about tuberculosis in Russia may be applied to the Singaporean context, or students may examine efforts to prevent newborn deaths in developing nations. Students will develop an appreciation of how the health of an entire population impacts individuals and how complex problems can be prevented or addressed using culturally appropriate solutions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEH1049","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2001","ModuleTitle":"Changing Landscapes of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module attempts to understand the rationale of changes in Singapore's urban landscape.  It places these changes within a framework that considers Singapore's efforts to globalise and examines how policies are formulated with the idea of sustaining an economy that has integral links sub-regionally with Southeast Asia while developing new spatial linkages that will strengthen its position in the global network.  Emphasis is also given to recent discussions about how diversity and difference in the perception and use of space pose a challenge to the utilitarian and functional definition adopted by the state.","CrossModule":"SSA2202","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSA2202, GES1003","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2003","ModuleTitle":"Government and Politics of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines a number of areas in Singapore's domestic politics with the following objectives: identify the key determinants of Singapore's politics; understand the key structural-functional aspects of Singapore's domestic politics; examine the extent to which nation building has taken place in Singapore; and analyse the key challenges facing Singapore and its future as far as domestic politics is concerned. The course examines both the structural-functional aspects of domestic politics as well as issues related to nation building, state-society relations and the likely nature of future developments and challenges.","CrossModule":"PS2249","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PS1102, GEM2003K, SS2209PS, PS2101B, SSA2209, PS2101, PS2249. Not for students majoring in PS.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2008","ModuleTitle":"Environmental History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce students to major themes in Environmental History, meaning the historical study of the mutual influence of humans and the environment. After critically evaluating how the discipline of Environmental History has developed, lectures and discussions will focus on topics such as disease, agriculture, gender and modern environmental problems. Lectures will be combined with research assignments that will help students better understand how a historian approaches a topic. Students interested in history, the environment or new approaches to the past will be interested in the course","CrossModule":"HY2235","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"HY2235. GEK2008 is not for students majoring in HY.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2013","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"The main aim of this module is to equip course participants with the basic principles for real estate financial analysis. A secondary objective is to provide course participants with an appreciation of the linkages between real estate, credit and capital markets. Students will specifically learn the financial tools necessary for evaluating lending and borrowing decisions and apply them to real estate investments. They will also be exposed to the institutional framework in Singapore such as the prevailing mortgage market conditions and CPF rules. In addition, students will study the more recent innovation in the field of real estate finance and investment. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Not for Real Estate students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2020","ModuleTitle":"Film Art and Human Concerns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Can movies engage with serious concerns? Through the close study of films by great directors, this module explores how film as an artistic medium can be used to engage with significant socio-cultural and existential concerns. Students will be taught how to analyze film as an artistic medium and, further, how film directors use the aesthetic elements of film to engage with important subjects. Through films by directors like Stanley Kubrick, Orson Welles, Wong Kar-Wai and Zhang Yimou, students get a chance to reflect on issues like the human condition, the family, the urban condition, love and society, and the nation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEH1053","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2022","ModuleTitle":"Samurai, Geisha, Yakuza as Self or Other","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module challenges the foundation of human knowledge. Examining cultural icons from Japan's past and present we will unpack the assumptions, stereotypes, narrative strategies, and visualizing techniques of representing Japan. Students will probe one or more of Japan's three famous cultural icons - the samurai, the geisha, and/or the yakuza - as they appear in literature, visual and performance arts, and academic writings. By the end of the module students will not only have a richer understanding of the 'realities' behind such icons, but more significantly, they will be equipped to challenge stereotypes of Japan presented by journalism, popular culture, and the humanistic and social sciences.  Ultimately such discovery will lead students to question their own knowledge of self and other. Students should refer to the module IVLE page for details of the selected icon(s) for the current semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1014","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2025","ModuleTitle":"Politics of the Middle East","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comparative overview of politics in the Middle East, giving particular attention to the history, societies, and cultures of the region. It considers\r\nsome of the forces shaping its politics and discusses, selectively, major issues and challenges facing states in the Middle East today.","CrossModule":"PS2255","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS2255","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2028","ModuleTitle":"Founders of Modern Philosophy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module looks at the beginnings of modern Western philosophy in the seventeenth century, when philosophers conceived of themselves as breaking away from authority and tradition. It will deal with central themes from the thought of Descartes, Locke, Berkeley, Leibniz and Spinoza; in particular, the attempt to provide foundations for knowledge and science.","CrossModule":"PH2206","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PH2206","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2038","ModuleTitle":"Classical Chinese Philosophy I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This is the first half of a two-part course which offers an introduction to philosophical debate in the Warring States period of ancient China, the Classical\r\nAge of Chinese Philosophy and the seedbed from which grew all of the native currents of thought that survived from traditional China. It will begin by\r\nconsidering the intellectual-historical background to the ancient philosophies and focus primarily on the Confucius (the Analects), Mozi, Yang Zhu, Mencius\r\nand Laozi, closing with a brief introduction to some of the later developments that will be covered more fully in Part II. The approach of the course will be both historical and critical, and we will attempt to both situate Classical Chinese philosophical discourse in its intellectual-historical context and to\r\nbring out its continuing relevance.","CrossModule":"PH2301","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PH2301, PH2205","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2041","ModuleTitle":"Science Fiction and Philosophy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module considers science fiction as a mode of philosophical inquiry. Science fiction stories are used to examine fundamental questions of metaphysics,\nepistemology and ethics. Topics include the nature of time, space, religion, nature, mind, and the future. Specific topics may include such issues as genetic enhancement, environmental ethics, and implications of encounters with non-human life forms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PH2225, GET1025","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2042","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Borrowing: Japan and China","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Humans have always actively borrowed from other cultures. Such borrowing is a creative process which influences aspects of life ranging from basic material\nneeds to aesthetic appreciation. Often, however, cultural borrowing is labelled as simple imitation. This results in cultural stereotypes that impede understanding of other cultures. Using Chinese and Japanese cultural borrowings as illustration, this module teaches second and third year students to analyze the creative process of cultural exchange. By developing theoretical perspectives from the study of China and Japan, students will learn about exchanges among culture in general.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GEH1015","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2044","ModuleTitle":"Reading Visual Images","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces students to ways of looking at and discussing works of art. The focus is chiefly on painting and sculpture; the emphasis is on analyzing the composition or design of art works and in constructing meanings for them. The study of this module enables students to acquire critical skills for interpreting and connecting with works of art. The module encourages students to read art works in relation to a range of interests, intentions and issues; the aim here is to suggest or propose contexts or environments in which art works are made and received. \r\nThere are three sections. In the first, three (3) topics from Asian art traditions are discussed. The are :\r\n1. Indian sculpture\r\n2. Chinese landscape painting \r\n3. Islamic calligraphy\r\nIn the second section, ideas and movements from the Renaissance in Italy to the end of the 20th century in Europe, are surveyed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2048","ModuleTitle":"Effective Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"What is good reasoning? We will try to answer this question by studying the mechanics of reasoning. Students will learn what an argument is, what the difference between validity and soundness is, and what it means to say that an argument is valid in virtue of its form. They will also be introduced to various strategies and pitfalls in reasoning. In addition, to hone their analytical skills, students will be given arguments—drawn from philosophy and other areas—to unpack and evaluate. It is hoped that in the process of learning what counts as good reasoning, one will become a better reasoner.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PH2111, GET1026","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GEK2049","ModuleTitle":"Pirates, Oceans and the Maritime World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Piracy, understood broadly as violence or crime at sea, is a present day phenomenon and yet one which has a history spanning centuries and across all the oceans of the world. From pirates to privateers, corsairs to raiders, maritime predators take various names and forms. This module explores the history of pirates and piracy. By examining case studies from the 1400s onwards and by placing pirates into the context of oceanic history and maritime studies, students will be able to demystify the popular images often associated with pirates.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1013","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1003","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Theatre and Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide students with foundational knowledge of the\r\ndifferent aspects of, approaches and discursive contexts relating to the study and praxis of theatre and performance. The module will also introduce students to the various forms of classical and contemporary performance practices and their attendant modes of analyses: combining play analysis, theatre history & theory. Using complementary content-centred lectures and practice laboratory, the module creates an environment where students simultaneously engage with module content while investigating its relations to the creation of theatre and performance.","CrossModule":"TS1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-2-4-2","Prerequisite":"Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS\r\nQualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.","Preclusion":"TS1101E","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1008","ModuleTitle":"Evaluating Academic Arguments","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some basic concepts in informal logic to help them apply these arguments in academic writing so that they will be better able to evaluate as well as write critical and logical responses to materials read in various disciplines ranging from the social sciences to engineering and the sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-3-0-3-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GET1005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1031","ModuleTitle":"Names as Markers of Socio-cultural Identity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on names as a means of marking out the socio-cultural identity of the named and of the namer. Attention will be paid to anthroponyms (personal names), toponyms (place names) and commercial names. This module will be interdisciplinary in nature and will combine a range of approaches to names. Linguistic and philosophical approaches will provide the theoretical anchor to the topic of names. Subsequent seminars will contextualise names in their historical, geographical, political and literary contexts. There will be scope for students to develop the module in the direction of their interests in the mini project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GEH1054","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1036","ModuleTitle":"Globalisation and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students an introduction into the role of new communication technologies in the context of globalization. We will explore various aspects of global communication flows including the global reach of new media and its consequences, global and transnational timesharing and workflows, the role of new media in global and local politics, and the potential of new and traditional communication channels in the context of various forms of activism and communication for social change. The role of culture in global communication and ways in which cultural processesshape and are shaped by the landscape of globalization will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEH1001","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1050","ModuleTitle":"Framing Bollywood: Unpacking The Magic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Bollywood Cinema is recognised as the most vibrant form of cultural media in India, one whose influence now extends to many parts of the world. By studying the content and meaning of selected Bollywood films, this module will introduce students to key social, economic, political and cultural issues in India, and\r\nexplore important concepts in the humanities and social sciences such as nationalism, gender and sexuality, diaspora and globalisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEH1009","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1051","ModuleTitle":"Ethnicity and Nation-Building: Singapore and Malaysia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines policies and programmes dealing with ethnic relations based on the experiences of Singapore and Malaysia. It focuses on how these much talked about and debated policies, impact or affect the Malays in particular, who constitute a numerical minority in Singapore, but form the majority in Malaysia. The module examines major socio-historical factors\r\nconditioning these policies and programmes and the processes by which they are materialised from the period of British colonialism to the present. How these efforts bear upon nation building and national integration will be explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GES1008","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1052","ModuleTitle":"Understanding the Changing Global Economic Landscape","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Why and how have things changed and moved so fast? Why and how has the global economy become more open and integrated? This module discusses the increasing connections and mobilities of goods (like grains, oil, cars, appliances, parts & components), services (like banking, education, tourism), money and finance, labour, technology, ideas and information. It discusses their trends and patterns and critically examines the role of various factors such as international and regional institutions, media and ICT, infrastructure and distribution networks, state intervention, and private sector involvement. It also assesses the social, economic, political and environmental impacts of increasing interconnectedness and mobilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GET1016","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1535","ModuleTitle":"Clean Energy and Storage","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Modern civilization, which on the one hand boasts of having discovered the behaviour of subatomic particles, has also to its credit the impending intensified energy crisis and global warming. The urgent need to address these challenges has now become obvious. The course will acquaint students with the role of scientific development towards understanding the current global energy crisis and global warming. Emphasis will be given on how scientific progress has helped us in understanding the principle and development of various clean energy and storage technologies, their potential and applicability in present day scenarios and in shaping future energy systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"GEH1034","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1536","ModuleTitle":"Darwin and Evolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Charles Darwin is remembered like no other figure in the history of science. However, public understanding of Darwin and evolution remains a serious problem. What most people think they know about Darwin, his life and his famous book ‘On the origin of species’ is wrong. This module provides a solid background for understanding how the theory of evolution actually unfolded. It covers the history of geology, palaeontology and biology from the 1700s to the 20th century. The central focus is on the life and work of Charles Darwin and how biological evolution was uncovered, debated and accepted by the international scientific community in the 19th century, and beyond. There will be a lot of myth busting and this provides case studies on how to assess historical claims and evidence, and discussions on recent developments in evolutionary biology, human evolution and anthropology are included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEM1902B Junior Seminar: The Darwinian Revolution\nGET1020","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1902B","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: The Darwinian Revolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The scientific developments of the 19th century from geology to palaeontology, culminating in the theory of evolution by natural selection are arguably the greatest transformations in our understanding of the natural world in human history. Much of the science of the following century has been further refinements and elaborations of these earlier foundations. Yet most of these developments remain totally unknown or misunderstood by most people. Surely, therefore, an understanding of these issues is essential knowledge for any educated person today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1536\nGET1020\nUTC1102B\nGEM1902BX","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1902C","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Fakes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"In this junior seminar, students will examine the significance of various kinds of false appearances such as counterfeits, forgeries, hoaxes, and liars, together with attempts to expose them – sometimes with the help of sophisticated technologies. By critically examining what it means to designate an object, practice or person as ‘fake’, and how different kinds of fakes are judged as more or less problematic, students will develop the capacity to think critically and relationally about deep-seated human desires for ‘truth’ and ‘value’.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC1102C\nGEM1902CX","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1902E","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Social Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This freshman seminar will engage students in critical dialogue on the topic of social innovation. Drawing upon examples of innovation across various disciplines, students will examine sources of and processes that drive innovation, and reflect upon the organization and governance of innovation. Building on this knowledge, students will be challenged to think about how new technology, strategies, concepts, and ideas can be harnessed to solve social problems Substantial time will be devoted to understanding and debating issues pertaining to social innovation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC1102E\nGEM1902EX","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1902G","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Proof: What’s Truth got to do with it?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"An essential part of an educated person is an independent desire to know the truth.  In seeking the truth, one must often judge a proffered proof. This seminar will discuss the relationship between Truth and Proof in biology, ecology, history, justice, mathematics, medicine, philosophy, physics, religion, statistics, etc.  This helps the student see both the hard, objective formulation of the two concepts in the sciences, as well as their soft, subjective abstraction in the humanities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC1102G\nGEM1902GX","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1912B","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem Special Topics: Quality Journalism and Critical Reading","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"News reports that purport to have marshalled facts and opinion on current issues are often taken at face value: they are consumed without question. How can we discern quality journalism from the less worthy instances of the craft? This seminar, led by an experienced journalist, is organised around the critical exploration of key aspects of journalistic writing: the questions behind the story, the use of numbers and the organisation of the message or argument. By dissecting media coverage of current issues, students will bolster their skills as critical readers and communicators.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"UTC1112B\nGEM1912BX","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM1917","ModuleTitle":"Understanding and Critiquing Sustainability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RIDGE VIEW RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This inter-disciplinary module will provide foundational knowledge and skills relating to the emerging problem of sustainability. Probing questions about how humans impact and react to environmental change will be asked. Students will explore current and future global environmental change issues from the standpoints of science, technology, and policy. The science behind global change (climate variability and change, natural weather disasters such as floods and droughts, environmental degradation); human aspects of change (water crises and conflict, agriculture and food security, energy sustainability, climate, health); and technology and policy issues relating to mitigation and adaptation (renewable energy, carbon trading, water resource engineering, agricultural development) will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-1","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEQ1917 (twin-code)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM2000","ModuleTitle":"Foundations of Real Estate Appraisal","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"The module is aimed at helping students to develop a wholesome questioning mind and attitude and a curiosity for the meaning, extent and purpose of knowledge so as to look at appraisal problems holistically, critically and creatively. Thus, the module is meant to be a review of the development of appraisal theory and the methods of investigating and analyzing an appraisal problem as well as interpretation of value determining factors and appraisal reports. Furthermore, the module explores the quantitative/qualitative, inductive and deductive modes of analysis underpinning real estate appraisal as well as the interpretative nature of real estate appraisal.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"All School of Design and Environment students are not allowed to read it as a GEM.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM2025","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Philosophy Of Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to a spectrum of philosophical issues concerning modern science. These range from explaining the development of science, including a comparison with traditional approaches, to understanding nature in both the West and the East, to problems of the rationality of science. This will also involve a historical study of the development of philosophy of science in the Western tradition, from Bacon and Hume, through Mill, to Popper, Kuhn and Feyerabend.","CrossModule":"PH2201","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PH2201","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM2027","ModuleTitle":"Public Speaking and Critical Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module prepares students to be effective and efficient public speakers. It offers an overview of the theories of oral communication and public speaking, with particular emphasis on effective speaking, listening and critique skills. It looks into adapting evidence, language, visual aids and other message characteristics through selected forms of public speaking for various purposes, audiences and contexts and includes practice in the critical analysis of speeches. It emphasizes strategic communication to enhance critical thinking skills, rhetorical fluency through reasoned thinking and expression of logical argument positions on local and global issues that impact our everyday lives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GET1008","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM2505","ModuleTitle":"Taming Chaos","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Human perception, both introspective and regarding the external world, often seems to offer a most fundamental contrast, that between chaos and order. Some new insight has been achieved regarding the boundary between these two realms over the last 50 years. The objective of this module is to show how this came about, and that many natural phenomena, such as the great variety of snowflakes, the red spot on Jupiter or the shape of broccoli, can be understood by investigating simple repetitive elements that obey certain often very simple rules.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GET1015","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEM2902X","ModuleTitle":"Climate Change","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This ‘Senior Seminar’ is required of students in their second year of residence in Tembusu College. The module will consider one of the most pressing problems of our time from multiple viewpoints. Merging insights from the sciences and humanities, students will be introduced to problems, conflicts, and debates over the causes of, and solutions to, the phenomenon of global warming and its implications for humanity. The seminar will meet weekly in small groups of 15-20, with periodic full-class meetings to hear guest speakers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC2102\nGEM2902","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEM2907X","ModuleTitle":"Senior Seminar: Negotiating in a Complex World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"We live in a world where complex negotiations take place daily. Navigating these complex negotiations requires one to be conscious of the psychological,\r\nhistorical, sociological, economical, and other contextual factors that shape each unique encounter. The rapid advancement in science and technology\r\nadds to the challenge of interpreting highly technical, domain-specific information, which is critical in rationalizing decisions and persuading counterparts. In this module, we adopt a case study approach to dissecting complex negotiations. Students will learn to adopt both a macro and micro perspective in analysing such negotiations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"UTC2107\nGEM2907","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GEQ1000","ModuleTitle":"Asking Questions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"There are many ways to ask questions, and many kinds of questions that different disciplines investigate. For a start, this module introduces six dominant modes of questioning from the perspective of computational thinking, design thinking, engineering, philosophy, science, and social sciences. These six perspectives serve as a starting point to introduce all undergraduate students to different modes of questioning across these disciplines, and provide an initial exposure to how scholars from these disciplines pursue specific lines of questioning of everyday issues. We emphasize that while there is only limited time and space within one module to devote to specific disciplinary lines of investigations, we encourage all students to actively think about other lines of questioning, other questions that need to be asked, particularly in disciplines not represented in this introductory platform as we move through this journey together. We expect that in future subsequent offerings, other disciplinary modes of investigations may also be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GEQ1917","ModuleTitle":"Understanding and Critiquing Sustainability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RIDGE VIEW RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This inter-disciplinary module will provide foundational knowledge and skills relating to the emerging problem of sustainability. Probing questions about how humans impact and react to environmental change will be asked. Students will explore current and future global environmental change issues from the standpoints of science, technology, and policy. The science behind global change (climate variability and change, natural weather disasters such as floods and droughts, environmental degradation); human aspects of change (water crises and conflict, agriculture and food security, energy sustainability, climate, health); and technology and policy issues relating to mitigation and adaptation (renewable energy, carbon trading, water resource engineering, agricultural development) will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-1","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1917 (twin-code)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"GER1000B","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000E","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from Eusoff Hall in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000K, GER1000W, GER1000R, GER1000S, GER1000T, GER1000P","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000K","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from Kent Ridge Hall in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000E, GER1000W, GER1000R, GER1000S, GER1000T, GER1000P","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000P","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from Prince George Park House in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000E, GER1000K, GER1000W, GER1000R, GER1000S, GER1000T","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000R","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from Raffles Hall in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000E, GER1000K, GER1000W, GER1000S, GER1000T, GER1000P","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000S","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from Sheares Hall in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000E, GER1000K, GER1000W, GER1000R, GER1000T, GER1000P","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000T","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from Temasek Hall in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000E, GER1000K, GER1000W, GER1000R, GER1000S, GER1000P","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GER1000W","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION","Department":"OFFICE OF THE PROVOST","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip undergraduates with basic reasoning skills on using data to address real world issues. What are some potential complications to keep in mind as we plan what data to collect and how to use them to address our particular issue? When two things are related (e.g. smoking and cancer), how can we tell whether the relationship is causal (e.g. smoking causes cancer)? How can quantitative reasoning help us deal with uncertainty or elucidate complex relationships? These and other questions will be discussed using real world examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"To be read by students from King Edward VII Hall in Semester 1.","Preclusion":"GER1000, GER1000E, GER1000K, GER1000R, GER1000S, GER1000T, GER1000P","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1002","ModuleTitle":"Global EC Dimensions of S'pore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to the dynamics of the world economy and the impact on Singapore in the last two centuries. It will demonstrate how Singapore grew through continual dependence on the rest of the world in different ways by focusing on major labour, capital and technological factors, in which threats are also seen as opportunities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"SSA2220, SSA2220T, GES1002T","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1002T","ModuleTitle":"Global Economic Dimensions Of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to the dynamics of the world economy and the impact on Singapore in the last two centuries. It will demonstrate how Singapore grew through continual dependence on the rest of the world in different ways by focusing on major labour, capital and technological factors, in which threats are also seen as opportunities. This course is offered to BTech students only.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC2202, EC2373, GES1002, SSA2220, SSA2220T","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1003","ModuleTitle":"Changing Landscapes of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module attempts to understand the rationale of changes in Singapore's urban landscape.  It places these changes within a framework that considers Singapore's efforts to globalise and examines how policies are formulated with the idea of sustaining an economy that has integral links sub-regionally with Southeast Asia while developing new spatial linkages that will strengthen its position in the global network.  Emphasis is also given to recent discussions about how diversity and difference in the perception and use of space pose a challenge to the utilitarian and functional definition adopted by the state.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2001, SSA2202","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1005","ModuleTitle":"Everyday Life of Chinese Singaporeans: Past & Present (taught in English)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Studies on the everyday life of ordinary people offer an important perspective for understanding human history. This module examines the daily life of Chinese\nSingaporeans during the late 19th to 20th centuries, focusing on their cultural expressions and social actions, revolving around eight geo-cultural sites, namely, Singapore River, Chinatown, Chinese temples, clan associations, opera stages, amusement parks, hawker centres, and streets/roads. Students are asked to compare the past and present of these sites through oral history and fieldwork observation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSA1208","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1007","ModuleTitle":"South Asia in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The South Asian presence in Singapore is an important part of Singapore's multicultural society: in terms of the 'Indian' community and its economic and commercial influence; its religious and artistic impact; and its role in the everyday life of the nation (eg. cuisine, sport and entertainment). Students will be provided the opportunity to understand the nature of South Asian migration to Singapore, the significance of the South Asian community and its contributions to Singapore's development.  Students will be provided with the necessary framework to study and analyse the historical and socio-economic development of the community and South Asian identity and concerns.  The module will develop critical and analytical skills guiding students in the process of social scientific enquiry. The target students are undergraduates from all Faculties.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSA2219","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1008","ModuleTitle":"Ethnicity and Nation-Building: Singapore and Malaysia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines policies and programmes dealing with ethnic relations based on the experiences of Singapore and Malaysia. It focuses on how these much talked about and debated policies, impact or affect the Malays in particular, who constitute a numerical minority in Singapore, but form the majority in Malaysia. The module examines major socio-historical factors conditioning these policies and programmes and the processes by which they are materialised from the period of British colonialism to the present. How these efforts bear upon nation building and national integration will be explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1051","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1010","ModuleTitle":"Nation-Building in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is about Singapore's emergence from British colonial rule and merger with Malaysia to independence and nation-building.  It covers political events, the economy, education, national service, ethnic relations, and culture and national identity.  Students are encouraged to think through issues central to these topics.  The module is tailored for students in all Faculties at all levels.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"HY2229, USE2304 and SSA2204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1011","ModuleTitle":"The Evolution of a Global City-State","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"The history of Singapore has traditionally been conceived along internal lines, based mainly, if not solely, on the traditional trajectories of administrative, political and national historical narratives.  Yet, as we all know, the evolution of Singapore, from classical regional emporium to international port city and strategic naval base, has all along been defined by much larger regional and international forces.  After its emergence as a sovereign state in 1965, Singapore continues to project itself as a 'global city-state'.  Our local society has an 'international' make-up, being the product as it were of historical and current diasporic trends.  This module provides an international framework for a study of the history of Singapore, and seeks to examine the historical evolution of Singapore against the contexts of regional and international changes and developments from the 14th to the 20th century.  This module is open to all students throughout NUS interested in Singapore history/studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSA2211","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1014","ModuleTitle":"Islam and Contemporary Malay Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the kinds of religious orientations that had evolved among the Malays of Singapore and analyzes major socio-historical factors that had shaped such orientations. The ways in which these religious orientations condition the responses of Singaporean Malays and their unique institutions to the challenges and demands of the modern world are then discussed. The module will explore the thought of Muslims thinkers on issues of reform relevant to the Malays of Singapore. A critical analysis and evaluation of the phenomenon of Islamic resurgence and revivalism in Singapore and the extent of its contribution to the progress of the community will also be explored. A theme underlying the topics of the module is the relevance of Islamic values and philosophy in facilitating Singaporean Malays adapt to the demands of social change and the plural society in which they live.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SSA2206, MS2205.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GES1019","ModuleTitle":"Managing Singapore's Built Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the rationale for, and process of, the emergence and growth of Singapore?s built environment from a third world country to a world class city.  It enables students to have an understanding and appreciation of the economic and social aspects and implications of how properties and infrastructure are developed and managed, given the constraints that Singapore faces.  It also encourages them to develop alternative views on how the built environment can help Singapore continue to prosper and remain relevant in the region.  This module is open to all undergraduates who are interested in Singapore?s physical development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSD2210","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1020","ModuleTitle":"Western Music within a Singaporean Context","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will look at the place of the Western Classical music tradition within the cultural life of Singapore. It will assess the impact of majority cultures (particularly from the Chinese, Malay and Indian communities) on the general reception of Western music, as well as on music written by Singapore-based composers. Students will be introduced to the principal figures in Singapore’s musical development. The module will also chart the growth of music education in Singapore, both in the national schooling system as well as in private institutions and tertiary academies. A prior knowledge of music is helpful but not required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSY2223","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1021","ModuleTitle":"Natural Heritage of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Located within one of the global centres of biodiversity, Singapore is endowed with a  rich natural heritage that is impacted by expanding urbanisation. Development poses a great challenge to  nature conservation and Singapore is an excellent model to study how a balance can be achieved. Students will be introduced to the country?s natural heritage, its historical, scientific and potential economic value.    You will have the opportunity to explore important habitats, and to think critically about the issues of sustainable development and the nation?s responsibility to posterity and to regional and international conventions related to biodiversity conservation. Students are expected to undertake the field trips on their own and at their own time within the semester; and will be encouraged to ?self-learn?. A special website with information on the places to visit  and their significance serves as a semi-interactive IT-resource. Suggested trails and what can be observed appear on the website. The students? independence and experiential learning aspects are strongly encouraged.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSS1207","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1024","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Development & Investment Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This Module introduces students to the law pertaining to real estate development and investment in Singapore. Students will acquire an understanding and appreciation of the policies, circumstances and legal principles which underpin and shape the law on the availability, ownership, development and usage of real estate in Singapore. Students will also gain insight into legal analysis and modes of legal reasoning. This module is targeted at all students across Faculties who have had no exposure to Real Estate Law and wish to acquire a broad understanding of the multiple legal issues that pertain to the built environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSD1203","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1025","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Literature in English: Selected Texts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will focus on Singapore literature in English. It will deal with selected texts in the three main genres: poetry, fiction and drama. There will\nalso be opportunities to discuss the works with the writers. One of its main aims is to show how literature will help us gain a more comprehensive\ninsight into our understanding of Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSA1207, SSA1207FC","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1027","ModuleTitle":"Taxation and the Singapore Miracle","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Taxation and the Singapore Miracle\". Description is revised to, \"Singapore's rapid growth and transformation has led it to become one of the world's greatest economic success stories. Widely acclaimed as an economic miracle, Singapore's success can be attributed to a series of deliberate and responsive economic and tax policies which have ensured its sustained macroeconomic stability and attractiveness to foreign investment. Students will be introduced  to the history of Singapore's experience as an open economy seen through the lens of tax policy. The module will enable students to trace the development of Singapore's economic progressas they are given a chronological walk-through of the development of Singapore's tax system. Students will have opportunity to explore the unique and key features of various tax policies (e.g. tax incentives and tax measures) which were integral in promoting the rapid industrialization and growth of specific sectors in the Singapore economy which are still relevant today. The module aims to provide students with insights into the rationale behind these policies and their implementation. This module intends to stimulate critical thinking and engage students in intellectual discourse on the impact and effectiveness of various tax policies and continued relevance of these policies which continue to contribute to Singapore's sustained prosperity and success in the Asean community and on the global stage.\"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSB2217","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1028","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to critical developments in the development of Singapore as a society and nation-state. It enables students to develop skills in understanding and making sense of Singapore society. It also encourages them to develop alternative interpretations of the development of Singapore society. The topics include the following:  the origins of Singapore, ideology and identity, ethnic relations, industrialisation, family, gender, religion, and the state and civil society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSA1201","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1031","ModuleTitle":"Culture and Communication in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to essential concepts in\ncommunication within and across different cultures and\nprepares them to meet the needs and challenges living\nand communicating in Singapore’s multiracial and\nmulticultural environment. It covers a broad range of\ntopics that include cultural perception, cultural\nrelativism, cultural patterns and worldviews, and verbal\nand nonverbal communication. Applied topics in\nintercultural communication to business and\norganization, media and technology, and computermediated\ncommunication are also covered against the\nbackdrop of Singapore’s digitally-networked and\nglobalized economy. Students will learn to be\ninterculturally sensitive and competent communicators\nas global citizens and citizens in a global city-state. (100\nwords)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1032","ModuleTitle":"Singapore, the Campaign Nation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Singapore is known as a nation of campaigns. Over the\nlast 50 years, Singaporeans have seen over 200 national\ncampaigns that have influenced almost every aspect of\nour lives from the way we live to the way we speak, eat,\nand behave. This module gives a picture of Singapore’s\nmodern history and how it has grown as a nation through\nthe lens of campaigns. Students will have the opportunity\nto chronicle the development of the modern Singapore\nnation, and the rise of the Singapore psyche and\nSingaporean identity via an analysis of some of\nSingapore’s most iconic campaigns.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1033","ModuleTitle":"Who moved my OB markers?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the topic of censorship in\nSingapore. It examines the origins and meaning of the\nterm “OB marker” and Singapore’s history of regulating\nmedia and speech to contextualise the perception of\nstrict state control on speech. Contemporary events\nrelated to speech and expression are critically\nexamined to assess if the perception of strict state\ncontrols on speech in Singapore is still valid.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1034","ModuleTitle":"We the Citizens - Understanding Singapore’s Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The module initiates students into the workings of\npolitics from the perspective of citizenship. What\nconstitutes citizenship? What are the roles, duties and\nobligations of being a Singapore citizen? How do\ncitizens interact and impact politics and decision\nmaking in Singapore? How have changes over the\nyears, including (a) perspective of Singapore’s political\nhistory, (b) imperatives shaping national politics, (c) the\npolitical system, (d) its key structures and approaches\nto nation building, affected national politics and in turn,\nled to the political elites responding to changing\ndemands of citizens? The role of civic and civil society\nwill also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1035","ModuleTitle":"Singapore: Imagining the Next 50 Years","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"As   an   economically-developed   nation   with  a  diverse   population,    Singapore  now  confronts a range  of   socioeconomic  issues,   a  rapidly  ageing    population,   declining  fertility  rates,  widening  income  inequality,  and  rising  living  costs  amidst  increasing  global  competition,  technological    advancements,  and  security    threats.  Singaporeans  have  also  become  a  people  with  a  greater  propensity  to  participate  in  the  decisions  that  affect  the  nation. This module aims to encourage undergraduates to reflect   on   Singapore’s    post-independence    history,   imagine  the  kind  of  Singapore  they  would  like  to  co-create, and deliberate on the ways to achieve the future visions   they   have   for   Singapore.  All  lectures  will be mounted online.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-3-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GES1039","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Performances and Practices in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces a broad spectrum of performance practices that may be identified as local cultural expressions found in Singapore. Such practices occur in varied spaces and mediums, and include street opera, getai [song-stage], animal performances, theatre, film, religious festivals, national day parades, YouTube video performances and mobile gaming. Students will explore the rich performative histories of these practices and study concepts of performativity, liveness, and mediation. They will learn the ways in which technology and media play a crucial part in cultural expression and identity formation. The module is open to all students and Continuous Assessment is 100%.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1002","ModuleTitle":"Bridging East and West: Exploring Chinese Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module offers NUS students an opportunity to explore different aspects and contexts of Chinese communication. The target audience is English speaking undergraduates with minimal Chinese language proficiency. The various contexts of Chinese communication include advertising, business, the press, social communication, regional usages, pop culture, translations, meaning of Chinese names, codeswitching and the use of Chinese dialects. It is intended to serve as a primer for students interested in these areas of study. A minimum Chinese language proficiency of CLB is required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1062","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1008","ModuleTitle":"Public Speaking and Critical Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module prepares students to be effective and efficient public speakers. It offers an overview of the theories of oral communication and public speaking, with particular emphasis on effective speaking, listening and critique skills. It looks into adapting evidence, language, visual aids and other message characteristics through selected forms of public speaking for various purposes, audiences and contexts and includes practice in the critical analysis of speeches. It emphasizes strategic communication to enhance critical thinking skills, rhetorical fluency through reasoned thinking and expression of logical argument positions on local and global issues that impact our everyday lives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2027","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1015","ModuleTitle":"Taming Chaos","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Human perception, both introspective and regarding the external world, often seems to offer a most fundamental contrast, that between chaos and order. Some new insight has been achieved regarding the boundary between these two realms over the last 50 years. The objective of this module is to show how this came about, and that many natural phenomena, such as the great variety of snowflakes, the red spot on Jupiter or the shape of broccoli, can be understood by investigating simple repetitive elements that obey certain often very simple rules.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2505.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1016","ModuleTitle":"Understanding the Changing Global Economic Landscape","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Why and how have things changed and moved so fast? Why and how has the global economy become more open and integrated? This module discusses the increasing connections and mobilities of goods (like grains, oil, cars, appliances, parts & components), services (like banking, education, tourism), money and finance, labour, technology, ideas and information. It discusses their trends and patterns and critically examines the role of various factors such as international and regional institutions, media and ICT, infrastructure and distribution networks, state intervention, and private sector involvement. It also assesses the social, economic, political and environmental impacts of increasing interconnectedness and mobilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1052","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1020","ModuleTitle":"Darwin and Evolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Charles Darwin is remembered like no other figure in the history of science. However, public understanding of Darwin and evolution remains a serious problem. What most people think they know about Darwin, his life and his famous book ‘On the origin of species’ is wrong. This module provides a solid background for understanding how the theory of evolution actually unfolded. It covers the history of geology, palaeontology and biology from the 1700s to the 20th century. The central focus is on the life and work of Charles Darwin and how biological evolution was uncovered, debated and accepted by the international scientific community in the 19th century, and beyond. There will be a lot of myth busting and this provides case studies on how to assess historical claims and evidence, and discussions on recent developments in evolutionary biology, human evolution and anthropology are included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1902B Junior Seminar: The Darwinian Revolution. 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They will assess the arguments of others and develop their own, support them convincingly and convey them effectively in a critical evaluation and problem-solution research paper.","CrossModule":"ES1531","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"- Students who are required to read ES1000 and/or EAP modules ES1102 must pass it/them before taking GET1021. \n\n-Only students matriculated in AY2015/2016, are allowed to take GET1021.","Preclusion":"EG1413, Students who have already read WP2201%, IEM1201% or UTW1001% module, GEK1901, U-town students cannot bid for GET1021. GEK1549 and ES1531.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1023","ModuleTitle":"Thinking Like An Economist","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to explain human behaviour through the lens of economists. We use economic reasoning to answer questions as diverse as the following: Why would your teacher cheat? Which factors cause crime rates to go down? Why do countries fail sometimes? We use texts that popularize economic concepts to illustrate how different social phenomena can be understood by applying the tools of economic analysis. However, we also discuss possible limitations of the economic approach to social issues. In this course we review, challenge, and debate on firmly established ideas we all have about the world, our society, and ourselves.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GET1025","ModuleTitle":"Science Fiction and Philosophy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module considers science fiction as a mode of philosophical inquiry. Science fiction stories are used to examine fundamental questions of metaphysics,\nepistemology and ethics. Topics include the nature of time, space, religion, nature, mind, and the future. Specific topics may include such issues as genetic enhancement, environmental ethics, and implications of encounters with non-human life forms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GEK2041","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GET1026","ModuleTitle":"Effective Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"What is good reasoning? We will try to answer this question by studying the mechanics of reasoning. Students will learn what an argument is, what the difference between validity and soundness is, and what it means to say that an argument is valid in virtue of its form. They will also be introduced to various strategies and pitfalls in reasoning. In addition, to hone their analytical skills, students will be given arguments—drawn from philosophy and other areas—to unpack and evaluate. It is hoped that in the process of learning what counts as good reasoning, one will become a better reasoner.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GEK2048","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GET1029","ModuleTitle":"Life, the Universe, and Everything","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module offers an opportunity to grapple with some of the most enduring challenges to human thought. Our starting point is a conception of ourselves as free and conscious beings equipped with bodies that allow us to observe and explore a familiar external world. Successive lectures investigate alternative conceptions of the human condition, such as ones in which we are unfree, or non-spirituous, or inhabit a world whose fundamental nature is hidden from our view. Different conceptions bear differently on the further question of what we should value and why. Discussion is both argument-driven and historically informed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PH1102E, GEK1067","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1031","ModuleTitle":"Computational Thinking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Computational thinking is increasingly being recognised as a fundamental problem solving method for everyone. Computational thinking involves problem formulation, solution development, and solution analysis, with a focus on computation and computational tools. This module emphasises the computational thinking thought process and the communication of the process and the solutions, rather than implementation of the solution on a computer. Students learn to apply  omputational thinking to solve problems and discover new questions that can be explored within and across disciplines. Students are assumed to already possess elementary critical thinking and logical thinking aptitudes, which are practised in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"Applicable to cohorts 2016 and before only.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1032","ModuleTitle":"Building Relationship : Theories and Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module critically examines theoretical issues and applications of effective interpersonal communication in enhancing interpersonal relationship building. The content will include various theoretical frameworks, models and issues related to interpersonal communication. It will also introduce module participants to interpersonal practice in dealing with diverse individuals. Experiential learning methods will be used in tutorial groups to develop critical thinking abilities on relationship building issues, and to translate the thinking abilities into interpersonal practice using case study, role play and reflection.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GET1033","ModuleTitle":"Exploring Computational Media Literacy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module explores how the computer can be used as a medium for expression. Just as it is essential to be literate in the traditional sense, it is increasingly important to be literate (able to read and write) in computational media, such as webpages, social media, smartphone apps, computer games, etc. Through a balance of theory and practice, this interdisciplinary module exposes students to the history and principles behind computation. Students learn, through hands-on exercises, the ways that computation underpins key\r\naspects of modern life, such as the internet, mediated communication, business and commerce, science and technology, and the arts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1034","ModuleTitle":"Communication and Critical Thinking for Community Leadership","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This critical thinking and communication module provides an opportunity for students to explore community leadership within an interdisciplinary environment. In particular, through understanding the constructivist theory of communication (Burleson, 2007) and Paul and Elder’s (2014) critical thinking framework, this module will facilitate the development of deliberative and active citizenry among students, regardless of the position they hold in the community. Students will apply these concepts individually to short case studies and reflections. They will then use these short assignments to conceptualize team projects relevant to their respective community settings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-2-0-4-2.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1035","ModuleTitle":"Critical Perspectives in Advertising","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module critiques the effects of advertising.\nSpecifically, it deconstructs the role of advertising as\npracticed by commercial, non-commercial and a variety\nof other entities to persuade us to adopt products,\nservices, ideas, and ideologies. In doing so, we highlight\nnegative and positive advertising effects from\ncommunicative, psychological, cultural, sociological, and\npolitical perspectives. Various social and ethical\nimplications of advertising on society in general, and on\nvarious vulnerable populations, such as children,\nminorities, and women, in particular are also discussed.\nThe module promotes approaches to manage advertising\ninfluences through active citizen participation to achieve\na more enlightened society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1037","ModuleTitle":"Big Picture History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module discusses ‘big picture’ History by considering defined themes that range across time and space. The focus is not on individual societies or\r\ntime periods, but on questions related to commonalities in developments across all societies. This approach is like looking at a painting from a\r\ndistance instead of at the brush strokes that constitute it, and will lead to questions about what human activities and experiences constitute the global\r\nexperience. As part of the Thinking and Expression pillar, this module will help students think historically and also critically engage the maxim that ‘the past is a foreign country.’","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GET1038","ModuleTitle":"Communication in Small Groups","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to help students understand the theoretical and practical aspects of small group communication so that they may function more\r\neffectively in groups. Particularly, the module will facilitate discussion on effective communication in the group communication process. Effective communication in a community, public, or professional setting requires\r\nan understanding of how people behave in a group context and how they interact with others inside and outside the group.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1040","ModuleTitle":"Communicating about the Arts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"We talk and write about the arts on a daily basis, especially in social media, but what makes talking and writing about the arts unique, challenging, and why should it be exciting? This course helps students further develop the basic concepts and expressive language needed to communicate more effectively about different art mediums and forms, and different ways to communicate about the arts, from opinions and evaluations, to formal reviews, to critical and theoretical responses. Students will do multiple oral and written assessments in this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1041","ModuleTitle":"Disney and the Theme Park World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This general education module will explore the world of theme parks, originally inspired by the films and vision of Walt Disney. The course will examine a history of this leisure form, and examine how theme parks and theming offer us an interesting lens to understand the contemporary world. What are the values and ideologies that are inscribed within theme parks? Is there a  specific “culture” associated with Disney? By examining the Disney phenomenon and the world of theme parks, students will be challenged to think\r\ncritically about aspects of leisure and popular culture that shape our world views.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1042","ModuleTitle":"Sky and Telescopes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to foster an appreciation of the natural beauty of the night sky. In this module, students will learn how to conduct their own astronomical observations and relate that experience to the various modes of thinking and philosophy behind astronomy and astrophysics. Students will also have the  opportunity to communicate their experiences and ideas with their peers and a wider audience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1043","ModuleTitle":"Universe, Big Bang, and Unsolved Mysteries","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will explore the universe, its contents, properties, evolution, and origin. Major topics to be covered include ideas and concepts of the universe, astronomical observations, scientific models, big bang theory, and unsolved problems in cosmology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GET1044","ModuleTitle":"Hollywood Cinema: Constructing the Realistic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Hollywood cinema is arguably the most popular and dominant cinema in the world but it is also a group style that represents a particular mode of expression and approach to the cinematic medium. This module explores the ways that Hollywood has used film form to create a naturalised style and viewing experience. We will study its conventions as well as the variations and deviations that push the envelope or constitute alternative constructions of the realistic. This module is 100% CA and some of the films studied may have mature content.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GL1101E","ModuleTitle":"Global Issues","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the emerging field of global studies. Building on ideas about the modern state and international order, it examines how these ideas are\r\nbeing challenged from the perspective of transnational trends and institutions. Among these are the emergence of a global economy, inequalities within\r\nand between states, transnational labor and migration, global environmental issues, poverty and development, global consumerism, human rights and global\r\nresponsibilities, transnational social and political movements, and new patterns of global governance. The module adopts a multidisciplinary approach to reveal different aspects of these issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GL2101","ModuleTitle":"Origins of the Modern World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores how the contemporary structure of the global system emerged. It studies how a world economy with integrated systems of production and trade emerged from interactions in which ethnic, national, political, and cultural divisions played a crucial role. It also examines the mechanisms though which Europeans and European culture maintained a dominant place through conflicts and crises from the sixteenth century onwards. The period under investigation runs from the Thirteenth Century to the start of the Twentieth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"GL1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GL2102","ModuleTitle":"Global Political Economy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"One aspect of 'globalization' is the global character of economic practices such as trade, finance, and economic growth. But those practices rest upon a complex of relations among production, exchange, and power that constitute a global political economy. This module looks at the economic practices that drive globalization through the lens of this broader complex of relations. Drawing on the emerging interdisciplinary social science literature on global political economy, it provides a distinctively global perspective on economic issues such as emerging markets, power shifts in the global economy, global financial governance, and foreign aid.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"GL1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GL2103","ModuleTitle":"Global Governance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the changing nature of political authority in contemporary world politics. Drawing on what social scientists have to say about international institutions and global governance, it asks critical questions with implications for global order, peace, and justice. To what extent has globalization undermined state sovereignty? Who manages global problems in a post-sovereign world, and by what authority? Through what kinds of institutions and practices are global actors governed? Who and what escapes global governance? How should global problems be managed?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"GL1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GL3550","ModuleTitle":"Global Studies Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Internships vary in length but all take place within organisations or companies, are vetted and approved by the Convenor of the Global Studies Programme, have relevance to the major in Global Studies, involve the application of subject knowledge and theory in reflection upon the work, and are assessed.\r\n\r\nAvailable credited internships will be advertised at the beginning of each semester. In exceptional cases, internships proposed by students may be approved by the Convenor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Students should:\r\nhave completed a minimum of 24 MC in Global Studies including GL1101E and one of the following Core Modules GL2101, GL2102, GL2103; and have declared Global Studies as their Major.","Preclusion":"Any other XX3550 internship modules\r\n(Note: Students who change major may not do a second internship in their new major)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GL3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"GL4101","ModuleTitle":"Research in Global Issues","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is a capstone seminar for the Global Studies programme. Each seminar will investigate one specific global issue in depth. Possible topics include legacies of anti-communism, xenophobia, the US war in Iraq, the 2008 financial crisis, climate change, and global poverty.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-8-1.5","Prerequisite":"GL majors ONLY. Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GL4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The Honours Thesis will normally be done in the second semester of the student’s final year. The research will normally focus on a topic that combines a student’s theme, region, and language focus within the Global Studies major. A qualified student intending to undertake the Honours Thesis will be expected to consult a prospective supervisor in the preceding semester for guidance on the selection of a topic and the preparation of a research proposal. The supervisor will provide guidance to the student in conducting the research and writing the thesis of 10,000 to 12,000 words.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 52 MCs of GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"GL4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GL4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module enables a student to explore in depth an approved topic within Global Studies. The student should approach a lecturer to\r\nwork out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Convenor’s and/or Honours Coordinator’s approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 52 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"GL4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GL4882A","ModuleTitle":"Development and the Globalisation of Food","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The module will be organised around the following four topics. First, the vision of agriculture found in early development thought; second the structural transformations of agriculture in the twentieth century in terms of production and trade; third, an examination of states that have resisted the globalising tide in order to determine whether their domestic policies qualify as “development”; and finally the possibility of decoupling development and globalisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, or 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GL4882B","ModuleTitle":"Contested Globalisation: Resistance and Resilience","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This interdisciplinary module examines the ways in which globalisation has provoked resistance as well as resilience. Global forces are often presented as inevitably and overwhelmingly structuring local actors and processes. But globalisation remains widely resisted in various ways. By drawing on materials from global studies, history, sociology, economics and political science, the class interrogates the varied local sources of and resistance to globalisation in different issue areas, ranging from health and the environment to migration and development. It problematises key concepts related to global processes and places them in the context of crucial debates about globalisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, or 28 MCs in PS with a minimum CAP of 3.2, or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6801","ModuleTitle":"Research Methods from Medicine to Population Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"Medical and health research is a multi-step and multi-faceted process. Early phase experiments assess safety, tolerability, dose-response and other parameters of candidate interventions to make Go/No-Go decisions for further research. Later phase clinical trials seek to verify and augment the earlier findings. Observational studies investigate medicine and health in the population and identify avenues for improvement.  \n\nThis 4-credit module covers the key concepts in the research process and the major study designs involved. This module provides a general background in quantitative studies of medicine and health. This is tailored for students interested in biostatistics, clinical trials, epidemiology, and related fields. The focus will be on concepts, study designs, and research practice; statistical techniques will be elementary-to-intermediate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.1-1.5-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6820","ModuleTitle":"Core Concepts in Biostatistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"This  one-semester  module  covers  core  concepts  in statistics  with  an  emphasis  on  working  with  biomedical data. Covered topics:  \n- Concepts in probability \n- Theory of point estimation and hypothesis testing. \n- Large sample theory and maximum likelihood estimation. \n- Linear models and linear algebra. \n- Sampling techniques and resampling methods. \n- Classification and discrimination techniques. \n- Introduction to survival analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Strong undergraduate training and background in statistics, mathematics or epidemiology.","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6900","ModuleTitle":"Student Research Seminars","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"Student Research Seminars are weekly seminars in which PhD students in the IBM program present the progress of their research projects to faculty and IBM students. “(Participation for at least 6 semesters is required to qualify for credits.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"0-1-0-0-0.25","Prerequisite":"Only for PhD students in IBM program","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6901","ModuleTitle":"Molecules to Medicines","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6902","ModuleTitle":"Laboratory Rotation 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6903","ModuleTitle":"Laboratory Rotation 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6906","ModuleTitle":"Laboratory Rotation 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6910","ModuleTitle":"Evolutionary Genetics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide theory and practical exercises in methods of evolutionary genetic analysis including, multiple sequence alignment, evolutionary models, phylogenetic tree reconstruction, temporal phylogenetics, natural selection,  population dynamics, and experimental design and hypothesis testing. The module is directed towards graduate students with basic cell biology, microbiology, and immunology background. In addition to theory the students will gain extensive experience in the use of computer programs used in evolutionary analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6920","ModuleTitle":"Metabolic Basis of Disease","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"There is an increasing appreciation that the underlying causes of major diseases have a metabolic basis, such as diabetes and cancer. It is thus becoming necessary for scientists and physicians to have a foundation in\r\nintermediary metabolism in order to better understand the etiology of diseases and develop novel strategies for treating diseases.\r\n\r\nThis 4-credit course offered at Duke-NUS will cover the basics in intermediary metabolism and the regulation of metabolism with special emphasis on human diseases related to metabolic dysfunction and adaptation. This\r\ncourse is tailored for students interested in cancer biology, diabetes, and for those students that have an interest in obtaining a general background in the biochemistry of metabolism.\r\n\r\nThe class format will involve a combination of lectures and discussion and meet twice a week. Grading will be based on tests and a student presentation on a relevant research article.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"6-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6921","ModuleTitle":"Cardiovascular Molecular Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"Cardiovascular disease accounts for approximately 30% of annual deaths in Singapore, and research advances in recent years have shed tremendous insight into the molecular basis of this cadre of diseases. This course is offered jointly to graduate students at NUS, Duke-NUS and Duke (USA) to explore the molecular basis of the disease. Topic areas will be include diseases such hypertension, lipoprotein metabolism, steatosis, atherosclerosis, arrhythmias, and heart failure.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Molecules to Medicines (GMS6901) or equivalent introductory graduate biochemistry course","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6950","ModuleTitle":"Health Services and Systems Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"After defining health services and systems research (HSSR), this course will provide the students with a structured review of the topics that have been and are \r\nbeing studied. Strong emphasis will be given on the interdisciplinary nature of HSSR by presenting how multiple disciplines can contribute to improving the \r\nfinancing, organization, quality, access, and cost of the health system. The course will include four major thematic areas of HSSR: i) aging and long-term care, ii) decision science and modelling, iii) health economics, and iv) implementation science and clinical investigation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6991","ModuleTitle":"Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"40","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GMS6992","ModuleTitle":"Thesis (HSSR)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","Department":"DUKE-NUS MEDICAL SCHOOL","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"19","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GS5002","ModuleTitle":"Academic Professional Skills and Techniques","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"The goal of this module is to introduce students to NGS and to equip them with the academic know-how to succeed in this programme. Among others, students will practice their academic writing and presentation skills. They will engage in in-depth research discussions and learn how to conduct a scientific dialogue. There will have intense scientific discussion on topics within and across discipline with instructors and peers in the form of small group journal clubs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GS5101","ModuleTitle":"Laboratory Rotation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"The aim is to expose students of varied research backgrounds to the different experimental skills. This is optional. Modular credits (MCs) will be awarded upon completion of the lab rotation which last for 3 months. The MCs obtained clock to NGS coursework requirements. At the end of the lab rotation, student’s performance in the lab will be assessed by the lab supervisor, using a\r\nprescribed form prepared by NGS. Additionally student has to submit a lab rotation report to detail what he has achieved from the lab rotation and how the techniques\r\nlearnt are beneficial to his area of research. One of the NGS EXCO will endorse/approve the award of the grade upon the submission of the necessary documents. A ‘Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory’ grade is awarded on the\r\nbasis of attendance, submission of an evaluation report and satisfactory performance rated by the lab coordinator.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-3-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GS6001","ModuleTitle":"Research Ethics & Integrity 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GS6882A","ModuleTitle":"Biology of Disease","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GS6883A","ModuleTitle":"Interface Science and Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"GS6889B","ModuleTitle":"Academic Skills and Research Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"The goal of this module is to equip NGS networked group students with knowledge in soft skills in research and an appreciation of research ethics. Among other skills, students will practice their academic writing and presentation skills. They will be instructed on how to conduct a scientific dialogue, and be given foundation knowledge in intellectual property and patent issues. The will also go through a research ethics workshop where various topics on proper conduct in research shall be highlighted and discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1.5-0-0-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"GSN6501","ModuleTitle":"Neuronal Signalling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"Signaling within and between neurons provide the basis for information processing, storage and retrieval in the brain. This module will consider several fundamental aspects of neuronal signalling, including: (1) the ionic basis of\r\nmembrane excitability; (2) basic mechanisms of synaptic transmission; and (3) mechanisms of synaptic plasticity and their implications for learning and memory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"GSS6886","ModuleTitle":"NGS Seminars","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"“NGS Seminars” is a platform for students of the Graduate School for Integrative Sciences and Engineering (NGS) to develop their presentation skills by delivering seminar-style talks. Audience members will critically discuss the presented material and provide constructive feedback to their peers. Students will be evaluated by interdisciplinary faculty members who are also NGS supervisors. Prominent interdisciplinary principal investigators, from Singapore and abroad, will be invited to deliver selected seminars about their cutting-edge work. Exposing students to a variety of research topics and themes will broaden their knowledge and help them appreciate the role of interdisciplinarity in today’s ground-breaking research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-2-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HM5101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Psychiatry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to let participants learn the different types of psychiatric disorders and the identification, assessment, evaluation, treatment, and management of patients in primary practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0-0-0-32.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Optional for participants that have already completed GP training in the Mental Health GP programme.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"HM5102","ModuleTitle":"Psychosis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Participants will learn to identify and manage Psychosis, and will also be provided with a clinical attachment totalling 6 hours with IMH’s senior clinicians.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0.8-1.2-0-3.2-22.8","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"HM5106","ModuleTitle":"Psychogeriatrics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Participants will learn to identify, assess, diagnose, & treat mental disorders in the elderly","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.8-1.6-0-3.3-40","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"HR2002","ModuleTitle":"Human Capital in Organizations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT UNIT","ModuleDescription":"This multi-disciplinary module, specially designed for students from the Faculty of Engineering, invites students to examine, from different perspectives, some major themes pertaining to the management of human capital in a knowledge-intensive world of industry today.  Departing from the more conventional approaches, students will examine the dynamics of and constraints to individual and organisational behaviours in the context of the challenges posed by an increasingly competitive global landscape.  In this module, students would be encouraged to critically evaluate how multiple ‘intelligences’ – emotional, social and professional – can be developed and tapped upon to help them effectively carry out the multi-faceted roles that they are oftentimes called upon to fulfil.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"3(sectional)-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"For Engineering students only","Preclusion":"Students who have passed or are reading HR2001 or HR2101 or HR3111 are not allowed to take HR2002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HR2002T","ModuleTitle":"Human Capital in Organizations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This multi-disciplinary course in human relations management invites students to look, from different perspectives, at\r\nsome major themes that constitute various challenges in the new economy. Students are led to examine the significance of social influences on individual behavior, thoughts and feelings. This theme is taken through to an exploration of ‘emotions’ and ‘diversity’ as social phenomena central to understanding and managing human relations at work. In the light of these, various aspects of the employment relationship are discussed. Through this thematic approach, students are also able to gain some insights into such group dynamics as communication, teamwork and motivation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3(sectional)-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"HR1424T","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY1101E","ModuleTitle":"Asia and the Modern World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the field of history, with a focus on East, Southeast, and South Asia. Among the topics to be discussed are interaction with the West, various forms of nationalism, and the impact of globalization. Students are encouraged to think comparatively and to formulate their own opinions and positions on historical issues based on what they have learned in the module. The module is intended for students from any faculty who are interested in learning more about the history of the region.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY2208","ModuleTitle":"Pre-Modern Japan: History and Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module explores major developments in the premodern Japanese polity, economy, culture and society, from the early ages to the end of the eighteenth century. Its main themes include studies in Japanese origins and mythology, court culture and popular culture, samurai and shogunal rule, economic and social trends, intellectual and religious developments, and Japan's interaction with the outside world, notably, China, Korea, Southeast Asia and the West. The relevance of Japan's premodern heritage to present?day Japan will also be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"HY3207","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY2210","ModuleTitle":"State & Society in Early-Modern Europe","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with cultural, economic, political, intellectual and religious movements in continental Europe from an urban perspective. The objective is to enable students to appreciate essential patterns and ideas which have shaped the European cultural and historical inheritance that remain relevant today. This course is open to all students who take an interest in history, culture and questions pertaining to societal development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY2231","ModuleTitle":"Upheaval in Europe: 1848-1918","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module - which is offered to all students with an interest in Modern European History - will explore the significant features and impact of nationalism, imperialism and adventurism as they relate to Europe in the dramatic seventy-year period from the upheavals of the 1848 revolutions to the end of the First World War. During this period Europe became the center of a new and deadly game of power politics in which any semblance of defeat was reason enough to prepare the ground for revenge. Eventually, war took its toll on every major participant from 1914-18.","CrossModule":"EU2213","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EU2213","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"HY2235","ModuleTitle":"Environmental History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce students to major themes in Environmental History, meaning the historical study of the mutual influence of humans and the environment. After critically evaluating how the discipline of Environmental History has developed, lectures and discussions will focus on topics such as disease, agriculture, gender and modern environmental problems. Lectures will be combined with research assignments that will help students better understand how a historian approaches a topic. Students interested in history, the environment or new approaches to the past will be interested in the course","CrossModule":"GEK2008","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2008","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY2245","ModuleTitle":"Empires, Colonies and Imperialism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Students will gain a basic understanding of empires in history.  Individual empires will be studied to demonstrate patterns regarding the origins, development and collapse of empires.  Topics will include the expansion of empires, colonization, military conquest, administration, and ideologies of empire.  The humane side of imperialism will also be explored: the module will get students to try to understand the experience of subject peoples while also regarding empires as sites of cultural interaction.  Finally, students will be introduced to some of the interpretative paradigms which have shaped the scholarly exploration of empires.","CrossModule":"EU2221","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EU2221","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"HY2249","ModuleTitle":"Art and History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the common ground between the discipline of history and art history by considering images as historical evidence It concerns itself with both Western and Asian art in the time period from the 5th c. BC to the 20th c. \n\n\n\nThe learning objectives are twofold: acquire the conceptual tools to understand the meaning of images and read visual narratives as historical texts.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3205","ModuleTitle":"Society & Economy in Late Imperial China","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the economic and social change in China from the Late Ming to the end of the Qing. It examines aspects such as state and society, population growth, agricultural development, commercialization, foreign impact and the dynamics of social change. It also seeks to explain China's retarded modern development.  The course is mounted for students throughout the university with an interest in China.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3206","ModuleTitle":"East Asian International Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the development of international relations in East Asia from the Opium War to the Korean War. Its main themes are the introduction of the unequal treaty system in China and Japan around the mid-19th century; the rise of the USA and Japan as major powers in the region from 1900 to 1919; American-East Asian relations in the inter-war years; and World War II and early postwar developments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3245","ModuleTitle":"Engendering History/Historicising Gender","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Gender is a primary way of signifying relationships of power. This module adopts a historical perspective on the ways in which gender has provided for articulating and naturalising differences.\n\n\n\nAfter an introduction to the development of gender as an analytical concept in history, the module proceeds to provide a grounded exploration of the imbrication of gender and modernity. With colonialism as the starting point, the issues of gendered discourses and practices as well as the materiality of the body and of the global structures in which they are enmeshed will be studied.   \n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3250","ModuleTitle":"Approaches to Singapore History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at students who wish to deepen their understanding of Singapore history through an examination of different representations of history: (a) academic scholarship, (b) social memory and oral history, (c) heritage. Each section will incorporate fundamental concepts and debates behind the production of history, together with the application of these ideas to specific Singapore case studies. At the end of the course, students will be able to critically analyse Singapore history as a whole in terms of historiography and heritage studies, whilst gaining familiarity with the treatment of key issues in Singapore’s past.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3256","ModuleTitle":"Brides of the Sea: Asia's Port Cities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Brides of the Sea', 'Gateways to Asia' and 'the transformers of Asia' are some of the ways scholars have described Asian port cities. Through case studies, this module explores the port city and the 'maritime world' in Asia. Students are introduced to the history of China's maritime world with a focus on the challenges it faced through encroachment by Western imperial powers. This module also examines Asia's colonial port cities, including Calcutta and Singapore, as sites of Western influence and modernization and also as sites of local resistance and transformation. This module is suitable for all students of NUS.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3257","ModuleTitle":"The Philippines: A Social and Cultural History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore the Philippines’ almost 500 years of social and cultural history—from its early association with India, China and Southeast Asia, to its incorporation into the Spanish and American empires, to its tumultuous road towards independence and democratization. Students will consider Filipino religiosity and worldview, and analyze their ramifications in society. Popular images of the Philippines – homeland of international labor and site of natural hazards and spectacle of poverty – will be investigated. Students will take Philippine history as an exemplar towards a better understanding of the postcolonial condition that numerous nations experience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY3258","ModuleTitle":"Cold War in the Global South","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is about the history of the Cold War in the global south in the second half of the twentieth century. While the Soviet-U.S. rivalry and the European Cold War did not escalate into large-scale conflict, developments elsewhere were marked by significant violence and destruction. This course seeks to reconcile, if that is  possible, the perception of the history of the Cold War as a “long peace” with the turbulent lived experiences of peoples in the global south. Which, and whose, Cold War best defines the history of the twentieth century?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4207","ModuleTitle":"Special Paper in Military History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Every year this course explores a different dimension of modern military history. The general theme is the nature of warfare in the 20th century with particular reference to Asia. This course is designed for students majoring in History.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4210","ModuleTitle":"Issues and Events in Malaysian History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will examine the continuity and change in Malaysian political, economic and society history by focusing on salient themes. Included in these themes will be the evolution of the traditional Malay states and society, internationalism and nationhood, social change within the various communities, the modernization of the Malaysian economy and the interplay of complex historical forces in colonial and independent Malaysia","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY or 28 MCs in SC or 28MCs in MS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY or 28 MCs in SC or 28MCs in MS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4212","ModuleTitle":"Special Paper in Modern European History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore and introduce different themes in Modern European History such as political changes, political leadership, diplomacy and interstate relations.","CrossModule":"EU4214","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"EU4214","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4218","ModuleTitle":"Approaches to Modern Japanese History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module traces the historical development of Japan from the mid 19th century to the present. It focuses on close reading and discussion of important English-language works with particular emphasis on historical and theoretical controversies in the field. Students will be encouraged to think about both the modern history of Japan as well as the historians who have claimed to reconstruct and narrate it. The module is aimed at students interested in the intersection between Japanese history, the practice of historiography, and the application of theoretical models to the past.","CrossModule":"JS4213","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"JS4213","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"HY4226","ModuleTitle":"European Intellectual History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide students with an advanced overview of the disciplines and methodology of intellectual history and also explore the major strands of European thought.  At the same time, students will explore the ways in which European intellectuals have provided definition to modernity. Accordingly, tracing the many facets of criticism as they are made manifest in a number of discourses will be one of the major features of the module. Special attention will be devoted to some of the following Romanticism, liberalism, industrialization and its consequences, Marxism, the development of cultural criticism, the emancipation of women, Darwinism, secularization, the rise of psychoanalysis, the impact of World War I, the rise of fascism, the role of ideas in shaping the mid century West, and the advent of postmodernism","CrossModule":"EU4225","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 and onwards\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in HY or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"EU4225","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4227","ModuleTitle":"Sources of Singaporean History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at students who wish to develop research skills using primary sources for the study of Singaporean history. While the material and specific focus of the module will shift, as each instructor will offer a unique approach, it will introduce students to the use of a variety of sources, ranging from newspapers and memoirs to governmental reports and archival material. At the end of the course, students will be able to use, and criticially analyze, a variety of sources and understand their role in the development\r\nof Singaporean historiography, while also preparing for their own research projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY, or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"HY4230","ModuleTitle":"Historiography and Historical Method","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to introduce Honours students to the emergence of the discipline of history. The history of history will also be used to convey some of the key historiographic and theoretical issues which shape contemporary historical writing. Major topics will include: philosophies of history, professionalization, traditional history, metahistory and postmodernism. Finally, Honours students will explore different methodologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: \nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY or 28MCs in EU/LA (French/ German)/recognised modules or 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SN, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n \nCohort 2012-2014:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY or 28MCs in EU/LA (French/ German)/recognised modules or 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SN or 28MCs in SC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\n \nCohort 2015 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in HY or 28MCs in EU/LA (French/German/Spanish)/ recognised modules or 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SN or  28MCs in SC, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"HY4101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Honours students in History are required to prepare an Honours thesis of 10,000 to 12,000 words through which they are taught to do an original piece of historical research based on primary and secondary sources. Students select research topics with the guidance and approval of the History Department, and are assigned supervisors who provide guidance in conducting research and writing up research materials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 and before:\nCompleted 110MCs including 60 MCs of HY major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2013-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of HY major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and a CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of HY major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and a CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"HY4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 100MCs, including 60 MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in HY, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"HY4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY5210","ModuleTitle":"APPROACHES TO MODERN SE ASIAN HISTORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce graduate students to the major themes and issues that make up the chronological field of &quot;modern Southeast Asian history&quot;. A comprehensive study of secondary literature for the period as well as seminal works in Anthropology and Political Science will prepare students with the necessary training before embarking on their own research projects. Topics covered will include: modernity/traditionalism, constructing chronologies, colonialism, nationalism, rebellion/resistance, nation-building, the Japanese in WWII, the role of the Army/Communists, post-colonial critiques, border tensions, migration, and religion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY5210R","ModuleTitle":"APPROACHES TO MODERN SE ASIAN HISTORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce graduate students to the major themes and issues that make up the chronological field of &quot;modern Southeast Asian history&quot;. A comprehensive study of secondary literature for the period as well as seminal works in Anthropology and Political Science will prepare students with the necessary training before embarking on their own research projects. Topics covered will include: modernity/traditionalism, constructing chronologies, colonialism, nationalism, rebellion/resistance, nation-building, the Japanese in WWII, the role of the Army/Communists, post-colonial critiques, border tensions, migration, and religion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in History in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, number of contact hours, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details.  Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA-NA-NA-NA-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY6101","ModuleTitle":"HISTORIOGRAPHY: THEORY & ARCHIVE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will enable graduate students to make use of a wide range of contemporary historical methods. The focus will be on major historians, current debate about historical practice, theoretical history and historical interpretation.  Students will be strongly encouraged to explore the challenges inherent in connecting archival study with theoretical methodologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in History in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, number of contact hours, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details.  Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA-NA-NA-NA-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"HY6881","ModuleTitle":"TOPICS IN SOUTHEAST ASIAN HISTORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module will evaluate specific topics in Southeast Asian history depending on the specialty of the instructor. One of the main goals is to help the students develop a bibliography, from which they will develop research papers that will be related to dissertation topics. Thus, the goal is to provide doctoral candidates with the tools to conduct research in the region, while also introducing them to the current state of historical research in Southeast Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID1105","ModuleTitle":"Design Fundamentals 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"Awakening and first contact with the design tools related to industrial design. Discovery of the elements of design such as: visual communication, creative making and thinking, discovery of basic shapes and forms, rational analysis of existing products. This module is also the opportunity for the students to start to plan and manage various parameters such as design variables and constrains, economy of means and time.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-8-0-6-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Module not offered to none industrial design students","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID1113","ModuleTitle":"Modelling and Sketching for Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces basic model-making techniques using various material and hands-on processes, and sketching with traditional tools of pen/pencil and paper.\r\n\r\nModelling workshops incorporate fundamental form studies through a series of iterations and refinements. Students will develop value judgement while resolving multiple design elements. In addition to the understanding of material\r\nproperties, the course aims to cultivate an appreciation for precision and finishing. \r\n\r\nThrough weekly sketching assignments, students are taught the fundamentals of sketching which include perspective, the concept of drawthrough as well as architecture handwriting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID1223","ModuleTitle":"History & Theory Of Industrial Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module serves to introduce students to the development of thoughts and ideas in industrial and product design. It will enable students to relate recent history in technological advancement and product development to current trends in design. The module will concentrate on the design innovations from the period of the industrial revolution in the 19th century. This was the transitional period from the Arts and Craft movement to the current design and production methods that are dominated by industrial processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID1321","ModuleTitle":"Materials For Industrial Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to introduce students to the materials that are commonly used in the manufacture and fabrication of products.  It will enable students to acquire basic knowledge on the properties and performance of materials and enable them to select materials for specific design applications. Major topics will include materials for products such as tableware, furniture, household appliances, light fittings, computer equipment, motor vehicles etc.  It will briefly cover the manufacturing and fabrication processes associated with the materials and application.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID2041","ModuleTitle":"Design Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module is a design-related industry attachment program.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID2042","ModuleTitle":"Work Experience Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This internship module is open to full-time undergraduate students who have completed at least 60MCs and plan to proceed on an approved internship of at least 10 weeks in duration in the vacation period. This module recognizes\r\nwork experiences in fields that could lead to viable career pathways that may or may not be directly related to the student’s major. It is accessible to students for academic credit even if they had previously completed internship stints  for academic credit not exceeding 12MC, and if the new workscope is substantially differentiated from previously completed ones.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-36-4","Prerequisite":"This internship module is open to full-time undergraduate students who have completed at least 60MCs and plan to proceed on an approved internship of at least 10 weeks in duration in the vacation period.","Preclusion":"Full-time undergraduate students who have accumulated more than 12MCs for previous internship stints.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID2105","ModuleTitle":"Design for Context and Sustainability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"As a progression from the design fundamentals, this module aggregates all the prior lessons into one complete, coherent, industrially-relevant project where students learn to manage, and go through the whole process of 1) initial design research and market research, to 2) formulating the design strategy and 3) design brief, through to 4) conceptualization, 5) evaluation phases, and 6) detailing and refinement.\r\nThe design is aimed for a specific context which includes specific users, market scenarios, environments, trends, business / competition, and feasibility / manufacturing factors. Critical consideration for sustainability factors is incorporated as part of the context criteria.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-6-0-12-0","Prerequisite":"Pass ID 1105 & 1106","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID2106","ModuleTitle":"Design Platforms 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This is a “vertical studio” based design platform. Senior and junior students will participate in design projects which encourage cross-pollination of thoughts, skills and learning. The students will play the role of a junior designer and work together with the senior students from ID 3106 in the same platform. The objectives are to enable students to explore strategic design innovation through a simulated real studio environment. In this platform, students can select either conceptual or real-life projects led by our industry collaborators and relevant experts within the division.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"2-6-0-17-0","Prerequisite":"Pass ID 1105 & 1106","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID2111","ModuleTitle":"Computer Aided Industrial Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to give students a practical understanding on the use Computer Aided Industrial Design (CAID) for design. This will include conceptual design with technical constraints to final rendering of the designed product.  It will allow the student greater understanding of the verification tools by using it to assist in executing design decisions.  Learning process will deal with theories and methods for constructive modeling, detailing, rendering and presentation, from simple curves and primitives to complex surfaces. Topics discussed will include Point, Line, Plane, 2-D and 3-D Surfaces, Solids, Colour and Texture and application of Lighting and as well as Basic Animation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID2113","ModuleTitle":"Visual Communication Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the theories and practice of visual communications design. It will enable students to communicate ideas or messages to their desired audiences through various visual media, be it a sign, poster, drawing, photograph, wayfinding, publication, or advertisement. \r\n\r\nMajor topics include visual thinking and literacy, typography, data visualisation, communication theory, designing with Adobe illustrator and InDesign.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID2123","ModuleTitle":"Design Process & Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will gain knowledge of design process and research methodology. The objective of this module is to learn the process involved in a typical design project as well as its associated design and research methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID2323","ModuleTitle":"Technology for Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module is specially designed for BA Industrial Design students. This module discusses the physics behind the ordinary objects and natural phenomena all around us. It unravels the mysteries of how things work. From the household appliances that make our lives easier, vehicles that we travel in and to the audio/visual players fill our world with sounds and images.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID3041","ModuleTitle":"Special Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This is a one semester involvement for attachment to industry or other institutions of design, research and development work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"14","Workload":"0-0-0-35-0","Prerequisite":"Student who read ID3041 must have completed at least 60 MC. (i.e. students will be able to read this module in Year 2, second semester onwards.)","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"ID3105","ModuleTitle":"Design Platforms 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module reinforces Design Platforms 1 through exercises of higher complexity. This is a “vertical studio” based design platform. Senior and junior students will participate in design projects which encourage cross-pollination of thoughts, skills and learning. The students will play the role of a junior designer and work together with the senior students from ID 4105 in the same platform. The objectives are to enable students to explore strategic design innovation through a simulated real studio environment. In this platform, students can select either conceptual or real-life projects led by our industry collaborators and relevant experts within the division.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"2-6-0-17-6","Prerequisite":"Pass ID 2105 & 2106","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID3106","ModuleTitle":"Design Platforms 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module works with Design Platforms 1 in “vertical studios” context. Senior and junior students will participate in design projects which encourage cross-pollination of thoughts, skills and learning. The students will play the role of a senior designer and work together with the junior students from ID 2106 in the same platform. The objectives are to enable students to explore strategic design innovation through a simulated real studio environment. In this platform, students can select either conceptual or real-life projects led by our industry collaborators and relevant experts within the division.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"2-6-0-7-0","Prerequisite":"Pass ID 2105 & 2106","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID3123","ModuleTitle":"Interaction Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"Interaction designers discover people’s needs, understand the context of use, frame product opportunities; and propose useful, usable, and desirable (usually digital) products. Interaction designers often work with narrative to explore and refine desired behaviors and user experience.\n\nThis module will engage students with the fundamentals of interaction design and applied interaction design methods, to shape behaviour between people and products, services and environments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID3125","ModuleTitle":"Colours, Materials & Finishing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module looks at how colours, materials & finishing (CMF) is applied in the design industry, in particular to consumer products. Students will learn how to rationalise the best choice of colours and materials to engage the user. They will be able to objectify how the colours, materials and finishing that strongly link to the context of the design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID4105","ModuleTitle":"Design Platforms 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module works with Design Platforms 2 in “vertical studios” context. Senior and junior students will participate in design projects which encourage cross-pollination of thoughts, skills and learning. The students will play the role of a senior designer and work together with the junior students from ID 3105 in the same platform. The objectives are to enable students to explore strategic design innovation through a simulated real studio environment. In this platform, students can select either conceptual or real-life projects led by our industry collaborators and relevant experts within the division.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"2-6-0-17-0","Prerequisite":"Pass ID 3105 & 3106","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ID4106","ModuleTitle":"Design Thesis Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their design ability by the execution of a Major Design Project.  Research and investigation on project development will be used to support the design. The major topic is a comprehensive design project that is supported by research.  Documentation of research findings will form part of the project submission. Students will be required to demonstrate innovation and competency in industrial design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"1-7-0-0-14","Prerequisite":"Pass ID3103 & ID3104 or ID3105 and 3106","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID4121","ModuleTitle":"Project Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to learn the methods involved in design research in order to investigate into opportunities that support the Design Thesis Project. It will involve market studies and analysis of current developments to surface opportunities for a project. The major topics will include research methodology, project planning techniques, information search and documentation, product analysis and evaluation and selection process for design development.  The results of this study will lead to the rational selection of a project for design and development under Design Thesis Project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-3-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID5021","ModuleTitle":"DESIGN RESEARCH","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID5151","ModuleTitle":"DESIGN INNOVATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID5351","ModuleTitle":"DESIGN STUDIES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID5770","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Seminar Module in Industrial Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This Graduate Seminar Module in Industrial Design aims to provide Master student a forum to sustain and amplify an active research culture among the faculty and research scholars of the Division of Industrial Design. It aims to explore research methodology for design, share research findings, and exchange ideas with invited academics of distinction across the world. The themes of seminar\r\npresentations will reflect the latest research conducted in the core areas of the Division of Industrial Design, such as: design education, design management, design innovation, ecodesign and sustainability, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"ID5951","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Industrial Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This module will involve a critical and thorough discussion of specific topics in\r\nAdvanced Design Research.  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The module will involve critical analyses and\r\nthorough discussions of specific topics in eco design and sustainability with regards to Industrial Design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ID6770","ModuleTitle":"Doctoral Seminar Module in Industrial Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN","ModuleDescription":"This Doctoral Seminar Module in Industrial Design aims to provide PhD student a forum to sustain and amplify an active research culture among the faculty and research scholars of the Division of Industrial Design (DID). It aims to explore research methodology for design, share research findings, and exchange ideas with invited academics of distinction across the world. The themes of seminar presentations will reflect the latest research conducted in the core areas of the DID, such as: design education, design management, design innovation, ecodesign and sustainability, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"IE1111","ModuleTitle":"ISE Principles and Practice I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces first year engineering students to what engineers do and to the engineer's thought process.  This is a two-part module: Industrial and Systems Engineering Principles and Practice (EPP) I and II. Real Industrial and Systems Engineering systems will be used to show how engineers use this discipline of engineering to design, make and test systems.  Through grasping engineering fundamentals, students learn how engineering systems work and fail (EPP I).  Through learning of real systems, students learn how multi-disciplinary concepts are tied together (EPP II). The students will also learn basic design, experimentation and evaluation of engineering systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"6-2-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"IE2010E","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Industrial System","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the analytical methods used to support the operations of industrial systems that produce goods and services. It equips the students with the understanding of the fundamental processes necessary for this production and the tools and techniques commonly deployed to create effective and efficient systems. The topics covered include strategic purpose of an economic entity, forecasting of demand, planning for output levels, production control systems, scheduling, facilities layout, and quality assurance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM3161, TIE2010","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE2101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Systems Thinking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This foundation module aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and underlying principles of systems, and systems thinking and design. The modelling approaches and tools that are applicable to the design of industrial and service systems will be introduced. The topics in this module include introduction to systems, systems thinking concepts, mental models and causal loop diagrams, while the modelling approaches and tools to be covered include those of systems analysis and data analysis. The application of these topics to simple systems design problems will be illustrated through laboratory sessions. Real-world case studies will be presented to show how these concepts have been applied in industrial and service contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"(MA1505 and MA1506) or ST1131 or SA1101 or ST1131A or ST1232 or ST2334","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"IE2110","ModuleTitle":"Operations Research I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This foundation module introduces students to some of the basic concepts of operations research. Topics include linear programming, network flow models, and nonlinear programming. 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Besides the basic concepts, students will also learn about the applications of these topics to complex engineering and management problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DSC3214, MA2215, MA3236, TIE2110","Corequisite":"MA1102R or MA1505, MA1506, TE2102 or TG1401"},{"ModuleCode":"IE2120E","ModuleTitle":"Probability and Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts and the methods of probability and statistics. 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The module will also deal with some related issues such as, measurement systems analysis, PDCA, TQM, and industrial case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM4271, TIE2130","Corequisite":"MA1505, MA1506 or SA1101, or ST1131, or ST1131A, or ST1232, or ST2334 or TE2102 or TG1401 or TM1401 or TS2120 or IE2120E"},{"ModuleCode":"IE3100E","ModuleTitle":"Systems Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of the module is to give students the opportunity to apply concepts learnt to solving real world problems. In this module, each student is assigned to work on a company-sponsored problem that requires application of industrial and systems engineering concepts. The module provides the opportunity for students to identify key problems and craft an objective, scope and deliverable for a piece of work, collect and analyze the relevant data, and apply the appropriate tool to solve the problem. It also enables students to improve their communication skills through report writing and presentation to the various stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-4-6","Prerequisite":"Level 3 Standing","Preclusion":"TIE3100","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"IE3100M","ModuleTitle":"System Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This systems design project requires students to work in teams to study, formulate and analyze an actual industrial problem with the goal of recommending a design solution that is practical. 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It also gives the students a broader technical scope in applying and validating industrial engineering concepts rather than concentrating on one particular subject area within a classroom context.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0.5-0-0-10-4.5","Prerequisite":"IE2100 - Probability Models with Applications, IE2110 - Operations Research I, IE2140 - Engineering Economy","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"IE2101 - Introduction to Systems Thinking"},{"ModuleCode":"IE3100R","ModuleTitle":"Systems Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This design project requires students to study, formulate and analyze an actual industrial problem with the goal of recommending a design solution that is practical. It also enables students to practice and improve the skills of technical report writing and oral presentation. 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The course will cover modeling techniques, random number generators, discrete-event simulation approaches, simulated data analysis, simulation variance reduction techniques and state-of-the-art simulation software. At the end of this course, students will be able to analyze and develop simulation models of given problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-0.5-4-4","Prerequisite":"IE2100 or DSC3215","Preclusion":"DSC3221","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE3110E","ModuleTitle":"Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the basic concepts of discrete-event simulation systems and application to problems\r\nthat have no closed-form solutions. The course will cover modelling techniques, random number generators, discrete\r\nevent simulation approaches, simulated data analysis, simulation variance reduction techniques and state-of-the-art\r\nsimulation software. At the end of this course, students will be able to analyse and develop simulation models of given\r\nproblems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-0.5-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DSC3221, TIE3110","Corequisite":"IE2100E or DSC3215"},{"ModuleCode":"IE3120","ModuleTitle":"Manufacturing Logistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces the basic concepts and techniques of planning, design and operation within a facility. The coverage will include enterprise resource planning, resource allocation models, forecasting techniques, basic factory dynamics, types of production systems and production scheduling. 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The project, which must be relevant to industrial and systems engineering, are proposed by the students and must be approved by the Department Coordinator identify a Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering staff member who is willing to oversee the projects and obtain their approval before submitting the proposal for consideration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Stage 4 Standing","Preclusion":"IE4100R","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"IE4221","ModuleTitle":"Transportation Demand Modeling and Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an exploration of economic problems\nof moving goods and people in transportation industry.\nThis module introduces the basic economic concepts and\nprinciples as useful tools in the engineering context to\nformulate and analyze the decision-making of stakeholders\n(e.g., travelers, public sectors, shippers and operators).\nSpecial characteristics of transportation problems, such as\nthe derived demand, mobile supply, cost structure, pricing\nmechanism and government intervention and regulation\nwill be emphasized and some classic transportation\nmodels, such as user equilibrium model and discrete\nchoice model, will be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"IE2110 Operations Research I","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE4240","ModuleTitle":"Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts in project management. The process encompasses project planning, project scheduling, cost estimation and budgeting, resource allocation, monitoring and control, and risk assessment and management. The principles behind the process and the approaches to their execution will be covered. This module enables students to define and plan a project within the constraints of the environment. The plan will serve as a blueprint for the implementation and control of a project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"IE2140","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE4240E","ModuleTitle":"Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts in project management. 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It covers issues on energy demand, supply, resources and policies. These issues are looked into in a holistic manner taking into account the need to balance among three competing ends: energy security, economic competitiveness, and environmental sustainability, i.e. the energy trilemma. Relevant cases will be used to show the complexity of energy problems and the trade-offs involved. The module also deals with the latest global energy scene and future outlook, including issues of direct relevance to Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0-5.5","Prerequisite":"IE2101 Introduction to Systems Thinking","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"IE4249E","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Engineering Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to either emerging topics in engineering management or specialised topics. Students will learn and understand evolving concepts affecting the management of engineering activities.This module will enable them to keep abreast with current developments in the engineering management field and broaden their exposure to various specialised topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"IE2140E Engineering Economy","Preclusion":"TIE4249","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"IE4259E","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Systems Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to either emerging topics in systems engineering or specialised topics. Students will learn and understand evolving concepts affecting the engineering large-scale or complex systems. This module will enable them to keep abreast with current developments in the systems engineering field and broaden their exposure to various specialised topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TIE4259","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"IE5001","ModuleTitle":"OPERATIONS PLANNING AND CONTROL I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Operations research and its applications, mainly in the area of production planning and control: linear programming, network analysis, project planning and scheduling, dynamic programming, inventory control models, queueing theory, replacement theory and maintenance models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"BDC5101 Deterministic Operations Research Models","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5004","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Probability And Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide engineers with a practical treatment of probability. Apart from the fundamental framework, examples showing how various concepts and techniques can be adapted to solve practical problems will be discussed. An introduction to simulation techniques such as the Monte Carlo method together with stochastic modeling are also included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5105","ModuleTitle":"Modelling for Supply Chain Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamentals of Supply Chain Systems. It covers topics related to the Modelling of Supply Chain Systems so as to provide the best flow of products through the Supply Chain Systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IE5401 Industrial Logistics\r\nIE5405 Inventory Systems","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5123","ModuleTitle":"Reliability Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the basic concepts and methods in reliability and maintenance engineering. It treats both components and systems reliability, failure data analysis and reliability testing. Topics related to reliability improvement are also dealt with. The maintenance aspect of this module includes maintenance management from a systems viewpoint, optimization of equipment availability, optimal replacement policies and warranty analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5202","ModuleTitle":"APPLIED FORECASTING METHODS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5203","ModuleTitle":"Decision Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches the necessary analytical knowledge and practical skills for improving decision-making processes in engineering and business environments. This is achieved by providing a paradigm based on normative decision theory and a set of prescriptive tools and computational techniques using state-of-the art software with which a stake holder can systematically analyze a complex and uncertain decision situation leading to clarity of action. Topics from utility theory and influence diagrams modeling to multi-attribute utility theory and analytic hierarchy process are covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5208","ModuleTitle":"Systems Approach To Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module presents ideas of systems analysis and project management in a manner which demonstrates their essential unity. 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We shall begin by defining the areas of concern in human factors engineering (e.g. the human-machine interface, the displays to be perceived, and the controls to be actuated). We shall discuss also the tools and methodologies used by a human factors engineer. The latter portion of the subject will discuss issues of capabilities and limitations of the human operator.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5504","ModuleTitle":"SYSTEMS MODELLING AND ADVANCED SIMULATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Systems modelling and simulation are important tools in operations research. This subject covers the major aspects of modelling and techniques of computer simulation, model definition, construction of digital simulation models, design of simulation experiments, statistical verification of input data and results, simulation languages and advanced simulation concepts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5666","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with\nwork attachment experience in a company.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IE5908A","ModuleTitle":"Research Project in Operations Research I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"The student will undertake a research project to work on a topic in operations research approved by the department. \nThe work may include a comprehensive literature survey, problem definition, model building, development and implementation of solution method, discussion of solutions and recommendation. \nThis module is offered as an elective module to fulfill the requirements for the Specialization in Operations Research. 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Topics include analysis of variance, regression analysis, factorial and fractional factorial designs, response surface methodology and non-parametric methods. The module is application oriented and examples drawn from industrial applications rather than mathematical development will be used wherever possible to introduce a topic. Besides evening lectures on the above topic, seminars on fundamental aspects of the subject matters will be conducted. 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Available credited internships will be advertised at the beginning of each semester. In exceptional cases, internships proposed by students may be approved by the department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Students should have completed a minimum of 24 MC in Global Studies including GL1101E and one of the following Core Modules GL2101, GL2102, GL2103; and have declared Global Studies as their Major.","Preclusion":"Any other XX3550 internship modules\r\n(Note: Students who change major may not do a second internship in their new major)","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"IL5101","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Alignment of Business and IT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"IT leaders need to cultivate deep business knowledge to successfully enable business initiatives supported by IT. They must possess not only technical leadership but also the business acumen and strategic vision to create and monitor value from technology investments. Effective IT leaders participate in the setting of clear and concise technology-enabled business strategies to rejuvenate and transform their organization, exploit new business opportunities, and solve cross-functional business issues to deliver competitive advantage. Students will learn in this course the concepts and methodologies to formulate and implement business-IT strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.0-1.0-1.0-5.0-1.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IL5104","ModuleTitle":"Process and Operational Excellence","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"It is widely acknowledged that most companies spend at least 80 percent of their IT resources and budget on maintaining the required daily service to users, and the remaining 20 percent on new IT initiatives that can help grown the business, and improve revenue and business value. The fundamental responsibility of the IT leader is to achieve process and operational excellence and maintain the right infrastructure and applications to meet business demands. Students will learn the baseline knowledge, techniques, tool, standards and best practices that will allow them to manage IT in a sustainable fashion and deliver business value.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.0-1.0-1.0-5.0-1.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IL5105","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of IT Leadership Transformation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The module will introduce students to the core foundation of leadership, sharpen their understanding of the role of the IT leader, and enhance their capacity and capability to be agile and effective IT Leaders.  Students will hone their leadership capacity in the areas of self-awareness; strategic and critical thinking, communications, team building, problem solving, decision making and influencing so as to create sustainable competitive advantage and business value for their organizations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-1.5-1.0-5.0-1.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IL5107","ModuleTitle":"IT Leadership Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The IT Leadership project will provide students with the opportunity to practice their newly acquired IT leadership knowledge for a real company or organization. The project will bring together the disciplines that the students have learnt, and require them to reflect, synthesize and apply what they have learnt in the core modules in the real world context.\r\n\r\nIn small teams, the students will be required to progressively compile their portfolio of observations, findings and recommendations on the target company during the course and finally demonstrate their ability to present and communicate their final recommendations at the executive level.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0.0-0.0-0.0-20.0-0.0","Prerequisite":"IL5105 Fundamentals of IT Leadership Transformation IL5101 Strategic Alignment of Business and IT","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IL5202","ModuleTitle":"IT Governance and Risk Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The pervasive use of the Internet and technology for the conduct of business, and the complexity of organizations mandate the adoption of an effective and pragmatic IT governance and risk management framework to bind business and IT strategies. This will allow companies to reap the full benefit of exploiting IT to meet business goals and sustain competitive advantage. The urgency is further compounded by the recent high profile cases on data leakage and system breaches. IT governance risk and compliance (IT GRC) is therefore now a top priority for IT leaders. This course presents a holistic overview of IT GRC.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3.0-2.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IL5204","ModuleTitle":"Stakeholder Relationship Management in the IT Eco-System","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Delivering business value to the organization is a key measure of success for any IT initiative. Perceptions of success are dependent on the stakeholder’s expectations, which may not be perfectly aligned with the intent of the initiative. Typically, the IT Leader needs to manage the expectations of various external and internal stakeholders in the IT eco-system by engaging them and fostering the relationship using his position, personal influence and political savvy; providing necessary and essential guidance, insights and value propositions. This module examines the principles, concepts, and frameworks used in stakeholder analysis to define relevant strategies to manage the relationships.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3.0-2.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"INM3550","ModuleTitle":"Extended Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Internships vary in length but all take place within organisations or companies, are vetted and approved by the Communications and New Media Programme, have relevance to the major in NM, involve the application of subject knowledge and theory in reflection upon the work, and are assessed. Available credited internships for each semester will be advertised at the beginning of the semester before. Internships proposed by students will require the approval of the department. Student must apply for and be accepted to work in the company/organization offering the internship for a duration of 6 months (together with NM3550), on full time basis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3 months at the place of work on full time basis.","Prerequisite":"(1) For NM Major only,\r\n(2) Read and pass a minimum of 80 MCs AND\r\n(3) Must read NM3550 concurrently\r\n","Preclusion":"Any other series-internship modules\r\n(Note: Students who change major may not do a second internship in their new major)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IPS3550","ModuleTitle":"EXTENDED POLITICAL SCIENCE INTERNSHIP","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Internships vary in length but all take place within an organisation, are vetted and approved by the Department’s internship advisor, have relevance to the\r\nmajor in Political Science, involve the application of subject knowledge and theory in reflection upon the work, and are assessed.\r\n\r\nAvailable credited internships (if any) will be advertised at the beginning of each semester. In exceptional cases, internships proposed by students may be approved by the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Students should:\r\n- have completed a minimum of 24 MC in Political Science; and\r\n- have declared Political Science as their Major.","Preclusion":"Any other XX3550 internship modules\r\n(Note: Students who change major may not do a second internship in their new major)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS1103","ModuleTitle":"IS Innovations in Organisations and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"The module gives a wide yet insightful understanding of the impact of IT on organisation and society. Issues such as Internet and “new economy” geographies; impacts of IT and creation of IT innovation for public\r\nhealth, urban planning, and regional equity, food systems, climate change can be discussed. Other issues for consideration could be dark web and IT security advancement, open vs. closed innovation creation. Misuse of IT that put ethics and professionalism into question will be also discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS1105","ModuleTitle":"Strategic IT Applications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This foundation course develops an understanding of the role of IT in the value chain and the ever-changing competitive arena of information age. The focus is on the following topics: the nature and characteristics of information technology (IT), the strategic roles of IT for organizational improvements in operations, planning and decision making. The course is directed toward future IT specialists, consultants, and managers who must have a basic understanding of information technologies; including identifying strategic opportunities for Information Systems (IS) deployment, managing IT resources, and evaluating IT investments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"CS2250","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS2101","ModuleTitle":"Business and Technical Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Business and Technical Communication a customized core module for the School of Computing, aims to give its students a professional edge in the competitive and interconnected job market by preparing and enhancing their professional communication skills in IT related work settings.\r\n\r\nBy the end of the module, students will have an array of communicative skills. Students will be able to:\r\n\r\n- write effective and persuasive business letters/ email messages and proposals\r\n- speak and deliver confidently with and without multimodal aids both in prepared and impromptu speech situations such as meetings, job interviews, oral presentations and proposal presentations\r\n- have an enhanced awareness of intercultural and interpersonal concepts and skills \r\n- critically analyze communication contexts and use these skills in written and spoken assignments\r\n\r\nThis is a 48-hour module taught over 12 weeks with 2 two-hour tutorials per week.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Students who are required to read ES1000 and/or ES1102/ES1103 must pass it/them before taking IS2101.","Preclusion":"ES2002, ES2007D, ES2007S, CS2101, CG1413, CS2103T and ES1601.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS2102","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Systems Architecture and Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to train students to be proficient in architecting and designing modern large-scale Enterprise Systems that are complex, scalable, distributed, component-based and mission-critical. Students will develop an in-depth understanding of high-level concepts such as enterprise architecture and software architecture. They will then move on to acquire fundamental systems analysis and design techniques such as object-oriented requirements analysis and design using the Unified Modelling Language as well as software design patterns. Essential systems engineering skillsets such as software testing and software configuration management will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CS1010 or its equivalents","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"IS2103","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Systems Server-side Design and Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to train students to be conversant in backend or server-side development for Enterprise Systems. It complements IS3106, which focuses on front-end development aspects for Enterprise Systems. Students will learn modern development techniques such as component-based development, service-oriented development and object-relational mapping. One or more established development platforms would be carefully chosen to allow students to put into practice the various concepts that are taught in the module.\r\nAn emphasis would also be placed on Enterprise Systems security.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-3-4","Prerequisite":"CS1020 Data Structures and Algorithms I or its equivalents","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS3103","ModuleTitle":"Information Systems Leadership and Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Today’s technology leaders need to have a deep understanding of business\r\nfundamentals, recognize the key drivers of innovation, and develop effective leadership to align and integrate novel technologies and business processes for successful products and services. The course will not only cover major topics relating strategic, tactical and operational facets of thought leadership in propelling IT implementations, adoptions and changes in organization but also equip students with industry-relevant communication skillsets. The strategic facet will explore the various contexts, complex issues and dynamic paths that evoke leadership in information systems, including technology championship, disruptive technology, and IT ecosystem. The tactical facet will strategize a culture to co-create value and nurture technological innovations. Students will be taught effective communication skills for influential communication, change management communication and directional communication. These skillsets will enable them to foster partnership between technology and business stakeholders such as vendors, IT professionals and functional users. The operational facet will include leadership areas in IT portfolio management, change management, and IT applications. Through a synthesis of critical knowledge areas required of technology leaders, students will examine the intersection of technology and business to drive IT-enabled changes in an\r\norganization. The course will prepare students for senior technology positions, and develop core communication skills that leaders need to be equipped with to be successful in leading technological transformations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-3-2-2","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs and [IS1103 and CS2101/IS2101]","Preclusion":"IS3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS3106","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Systems Interface Design and Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to train students to be conversant in front-end development for Enterprise Systems. It complements IS2103 which focuses on backend development aspects for Enterprise Systems.\r\n\r\nTopics covered include: web development scripting languages, web templating design and component design, integrating with backend application, and basic mobile application development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-3-4","Prerequisite":"IS2103","Preclusion":"CS3226","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS3150","ModuleTitle":"Digital Media Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and practices of digital marketing, including social media and mobile marketing. Students will be cognizant of social media campaigns, IT crisis management, and brand image management. They will have an excellent grasp of social media analytics, the 5Ps (product, pricing, promotion, place, and participation), market analysis and consumers' behavior. The course will also introduce concepts in customer relationship management (CRM), including the application,\r\nimplementation and management of CRM technologies, CRM strategy and data warehouse, customer metrics and economic returns from CRM. At the end of the course, students will be able to deliver coherent digital marketing and comprehensive customer relationship management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS3240","ModuleTitle":"Economics of E-Business","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"We are living in a \"New Economy\" with e-business. E-Business means not only \"selling products electronically\" but also digitalisation of many conventional business processes: financing, advertising, and managing human resources. These process-related changes significantly impact intra-business organisation, business-to-business relationships, and business-to-consumer interactions. As technology advances breathlessly, the ideas, concepts, and models of economic principles need to be applied carefully. The economic analyses, such as differential pricing, bundling, signalling, licensing, lock-in, or network effects can be directly applied to E-Business economy. This course aims to give students economic insights to understand E-Business and to make better decisions in E-Business.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Pass 60 MCs and [EC1101 or EC1101E or EC1301 or EC1310 or EC1311 or GCE ‘A’ Level Economics or BSP1005 ]","Preclusion":"CS3265","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS3261","ModuleTitle":"Mobile Apps Development for Enterprise","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"The proliferation of mobile phones offers unprecedented opportunities for enterprise to empower their employees with computing and communicating capabilities on the \r\nmove. It also offers a rich interactive experience for customers. Programming skills for mobile apps in enterprise environment is therefore an increasingly important asset for the IT workforce. This course will teach mobile phone programming in a client-server setting. In addition to developing user interface, the students will also learn how to write mobile apps to communicate with servers via HTTP, making synchronous and asynchronous requests, as well as dealing with common payload formats such as JSON and HTML.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"CS1020 Data Structures and Algorithms I \r\nor \r\nCS2020 Data Structures and Algorithms Accelerated  or their equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4010","ModuleTitle":"Industry Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module enables students to apply the computing knowledge and skills that they have acquired in class to industry internships in companies/organizations. Students in industry internships will be jointly guided by supervisors from both the companies/organizations and the school Their progress on internship projects will be monitored during internship period, and their performance will be assessed through letter grades at the end of the internship. The internship duration will be 6 months, consisting of both a full-time and part-time component. Full-time internship attachment will last for 3 months during the NUS vacation period, and will continue on a part-time basis that will last for 3 months during the NUS study semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"(i) At least 80 MCs fulfilled, and\r\n(ii) IS2101 Business and Technical Communication, and\r\n(iii) IS2103 Enterprise Systems Development Concepts for Information System degree programme student, or IS2150 E-Business Design and Implementation for Electronic Commerce degree programme student, or BT2101 IT and Decision Making for Business Analytics degree programme student","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4100","ModuleTitle":"IT Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the management of IS projects.  Various managerial issues pertaining to the evaluation and selection of information systems projects, choice of project organization, planning, scheduling and budgeting of project activities and basic principles in control and project auditing will be covered. The students will also learn how to use practical techniques and tools, such as network models (PERT/CPM), simulation, and state-of-the-art project management software, in scheduling project activities. This module serves as a good introduction to information systems project management for students who may participate in coordinating and managing large-scale information systems projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs and (IS1103 or EG2401)","Preclusion":"IS5110 and CS5212(old code for IS5110)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4103","ModuleTitle":"Information Systems Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Students are required to work (in groups) through a complete Systems Development Life Cycle to develop a business information system based on techniques and tools taught in IS2102, IS2103 and IS3106. They will also sharpen their communication skills through closer team interactions,\r\nconsultations, and formal presentations. Emphasis will be placed on architecture design and implementation, requirement analysis, system design, user interface design, database design and implementation efficiency. Students will be assessed based on their understanding and ability to apply software engineering knowledge on a real-life application system, as well\r\nas their communication skill.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"1-1-0-10-8","Prerequisite":"IS2101, IS2103 and IS3106","Preclusion":"IS3102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4204","ModuleTitle":"IT Governance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the governance in the use and deployment of Information Technology in an organisation. It covers the process of strategic planning to align IT strategies with business strategies. The elements of governance include Security Policy, Quality Management, Business Continuity Management, Risk Management, Project and Program Management, Returns on Investment of IT and Operational Management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4228","ModuleTitle":"Information Technologies in Financial Services","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"The main objective of this course is to educate the students on how and to what extent can information technologies (IT) support the financial services industry, in order for a student to seek a career in this industry sector. It is designed to\r\nprovide the students with a broad overview and thematic case studies of how each major business segment of the financial services industry employs IT to maintain a competitive edge, and to comply with laws and regulations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"At least 80 MCs","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4231","ModuleTitle":"Information Security Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"The main focus of this module is on the managerial aspects of information security. This module prepares the students for their future roles as IS managers or IS security professionals. Through this module, students will appreciate the challenges of managing information security in the modern business organization. Topics include risk management, security policies and programmes, managing the security function, and planning for continuity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs and (CS2107 Introduction to Information Security or IS3230 Principles of Information Security)","Preclusion":"CS3254","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"IS4234","ModuleTitle":"Quality Control and Audit of IS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to provide an in-depth study of information systems security in business organisations. This module provides an opportunity for students to examine the design of security control and auditing processes and procedures of information systems from a management perspective. The course will cover the economics of security, principles of management and application control, evidence gathering and evaluation, auditing procedures and techniques. The emphasis of this course is on the managerial and business issues rather than technical issues such as encryption algorithms and virus-manipulation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs and [CS3254 or IS4231]","Preclusion":"CS4252","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4240","ModuleTitle":"Business Intelligence Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Business Intelligence (BI) is the application of data base and machine learning technologies in business. It enables organisations to improve decision making, enhance strategic position, and maintain competitive advantage.\r\n\r\nThis module will introduce students to the essentials of BI, placing emphasis on database and machine learning technologies for building effective BI Systems. Students will learn about data warehousing and data visualisation, as well as the various tools that can be employed for intelligent business decision making. BI cases will be used to highlight the issues and problems encountered by organisations as they developed and implemented BI systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs and [(IS1103 or IS1103FC) and (ST1131 or ST2334 or ST2132)]","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS4301","ModuleTitle":"Agile IT with DevOps","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Acceleration of the pace of digital transformation and adaption to business changes have caused IT organizations to integrate Agile methods and DevOps with traditional IT development and operations. This module introduces students with essential concepts of Agile IT and DevOps for participation in agile IT business transformations. Topics covered shall include waterfall\r\nvs. agile, integrated agile methods (Xtreme Programming, Scrum), DevOps, hybrid-IT, Platform as a service, monolithic vs. microservice architecture, containerization, toolchains, open innovations and case studies. Banking industry services will be used to enable students to practise concepts taught in this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Pass 80 MCs","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5002","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary IS Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to help students learn essential knowledge on the management of information systems. Upon completion of the course, students are expected to gain a better understanding of IS issues and phenomena from a theoretical perspective and be able to apply the knowledge to solving practical and managerial problems in IS usage, planning, and deployment. The content of the module will cover both classical and emerging MIS issues such as IS adoption and diffusion, IS strategy, social media, e-commerce, mobile commerce, network economics, platform competition, and digital innovation. Cases will be used to enhance student learning.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5110","ModuleTitle":"Software Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the managerial aspects of the software production process: from its initial feasibility phase to its maintenance phase. It covers topics such as feasibility studies, cost estimation and control, quality and operational integrity reviews, project scheduling and control techniques and methods, and productivity and quality metrics. Of particular interest will be the management of cross-cultural and cross-border software teams. Students who are certified IT Project Managers will be given credit for this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5115","ModuleTitle":"Telecoms and International Network","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Students will gain an understanding of how telecommunications can affect organisations and industries. Rapid advancements in telecommunications technology and the convergence of computing and telecommunications have created unique opportunities for organisations to derive competitive advantage. This module will provide students with a broad and in-depth understanding of the impact of telecommunications technology on organisations. The topics covered include: adoption and diffusion of telecommunications technology, telecommunications technology strategy, telecommunications applications in supply chain management, manufacturing, sales and marketing, inter-organisational networking, convergence, and national or international telecommunications policies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"CS3260","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5117","ModuleTitle":"Electronic Government","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This course provides current and future public managers with the requisite background to successfully manage e-government projects and government information. The use of information and communication technologies is becoming an indispensable part of government. The goal of the course is to enhance a broad understanding of e-government and information policy. These issues include e-citizenry, e-governance, strategic planning, change management, business process reengineering, design and implementation of information systems, relevant technologies, accessibility, information assurance, and knowledge management with respect to government organizations. Both external applications such as citizen services and internal processes such as automating document-processing and hiring procedure will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"CS3251 or IS3243","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5119","ModuleTitle":"Global Project Co-ordination","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Students learn to address the challenges of managing and coordinating a global project to deliver results under tight time constraints. Topics include: approaches for global project management, concepts, frameworks, and diagnostic instruments. Students will form effective global teams with students from other universities, accomplish the objectives established for a global project, and carry out project management in cross-cultural settings. They will work on their projects through various forms of information technology (e.g., telephone, video-conferencing, fax, electronic mail and tools on the World Wide Web). The experience will be valuable to students in an increasingly globalised business environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"[(CS2250 or (IS1103 and IS1105)] and (CS2301 or IS2101)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5122","ModuleTitle":"CASE STUDIES IN ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module examines some of the recent enterprise system management implementation issues taking place in most business organisations. It covers a range of system implementation issues from an information system perspective. Using actual cases, the data collection and analysis methods employed in which these enterprise systems are examined are also discussed. This module is especially useful for research students (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) and part-time students (M.Comp.) who have prior IT industry experience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-2-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5123","ModuleTitle":"IT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Students learn how to deploy IT to enable and facilitate supply chain management among organisations. Topics include: overview of a supply chain, coordination difficulties, pitfalls and opportunities, tradeoffs between inventory and service, and performance measurement. Students will learn about the role that IT plays in supply chain network design, global supply chain management, the interface between manufacturing and distribution, and supplier management. The module will also explore the approaches (e.g. strategic alliances) and tools for designing and redesigning products and processes for supply chain management as well as current industry initiatives for IT in supply chain management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"CS3250","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS5151","ModuleTitle":"Information Security Policies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"In this course, students will learn how management, political leadership, and the technical community must work together to make effective strategy and policy. The course will examine how to determine the vulnerabilities and risks. They will be exposed to different competing priorities and factors in the provision of security; legal, cost, and other constraints. From these constraints, they learn to derive different strategies (both technical and procedure) to achieve the desired security objectives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-6-2","Prerequisite":"CS4252 or IS4234","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS6000","ModuleTitle":"Qualifying Examination in IS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module evaluates students on essential knowledge of IS research methodologies and application domains of management information systems. Students will be tested on their ability to integrate method (e.g., survey, experiment, qualitative, technical, or econometrics) and domain (e.g., knowledge management, electronic commerce) knowledge towards designing studies to investigate current phenomena in IS.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"NIL","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"IS6002","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Methods for IS Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover the essential methods in quantitative IS research. It will start with a discussion of measures and data collection. It will then go more in-depth into the experimental methods, design, and analysis using ANOVA and variants. Subsequently, survey design and analysis including regression, moderation, mediation, factor analysis, and structural equation modeling will be covered.  Secondary data analysis using discriminant analysis, logistic \r\nregression, Bayesian network, clustering, and basic text processing will also be discussed. The course will conclude with discussion on review and critiquing of quantitative research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS6004","ModuleTitle":"Econometrics for IS Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"Ever since the beginning of research into information systems, economics has been recognized as one of the most important reference disciplines. Economics has made useful contributions to the understanding of information systems research and applications. Some examples include the theory of information, decision analysis, game theory, and econometric methodologies. The objective of this course is to equip graduate students with econometrics research methodologies pertaining to the analysis of IT/IS, and to help students understand emerging IS-economics and econometric issues.\r\nSpecific learning objectives of this course are as follows:\r\n¿¿ Understand economic issues and theories associated with decision makers, goals, choices and relationship between choices and outcomes of IS/IT artifacts\r\n¿¿ Understand econometrics modeling and estimation methods, including ordinary least squares, generalized least squares, maximum likelihood estimation, instrumental variables estimation simultaneous equation models, fixed and random effects models, discrete choice models, hierarchical Bayes models, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"IS6005","ModuleTitle":"Seminars in Information Systems I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"INFORMATION SYSTEMS & ANALYTICS","ModuleDescription":"This module will consist of a series of research seminars on current and on-going research in the information systems area. These seminars can be given by graduate students, faculty members and visitors. Through active discussions at the seminars, students will become familiar with current research topics as well as other research issues, such as methodologies and methods. Students will also acquire research presentation and discussion skills. Students must attend and participate to pass the module.\r\n\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-0-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ISD5101","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Studio Project 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"This studio-based module develops skills and mindsets for integrative thinking. Students will be organised into multidisciplinary teams and assigned a design brief for a mid-sized building in tropical or subtropical conditions. Assessment will be based on the degree to which performance targets, set by the group at the start of the process, are achieved and supported.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-8-0-2-8","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ISD5103","ModuleTitle":"Green Buildings in the Tropics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks out issues and metrics of sustainability relevant to tropical and subtropical conditions. Underlying this is the question of performance; who defines it and what it means at local and global levels. Of these, vernacular solutions and indigenous knowledge speak of climate and context, shaping demand for resources and occupant well being. Technology and system-driven approaches dwell on the efficacies of resource and waste management. Integration of the two, selectively and critically, is critical to the future Green buildings in Asia.  This module will examine from first principles the constituents of Green performance; it will contextualise these for tropical and subtropical conditions, addressing urban, suburban and rural typologies that are important to Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ISD5104","ModuleTitle":"Energy and Ecology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"Energy produced from the burning of fossil fuels, resulting in greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), is recognised as one of the primary causes of global warming.  Energy, viewed as tonnes of GHG emissions, fundamentally alters the way in which we conceptualise buildings and cities. It demands a shift from quest for systemic energy efficiency to questions of how energy is produced, transmitted, utilised and reutilised. It extends beyond management of operational energy on-site to include energy consumed off-site; for instance, the sourcing of products, the assembly and disassembly of materials and building systems. This module paints the broad picture of energy in its various forms and guises, as it pertains to global warming, in the context of drawing-board decisions on buildings and neighbourhoods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"IT1007","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Programming with Python and C","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"COMPUTER SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamental concepts of programming using scripting and compiled programming languages in Python and C, with emphasis on electrical engineering applications. It lays the foundation of\r\ncomputing in electrical engineering. Topics include problem solving by computing, writing pseudo-codes, problem formulation and problem solving, program development, coding, testing and debugging, fundamental\r\nprogramming constructs (variables, types, expressions, assignments, functions, control structures, etc.), fundamental data structures: arrays, strings and structures, simple file processing, visualization, and basic graphical\r\nuser interfaces.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CS1010 or its equivalents, IT1005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS1101E","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Japanese Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students to the subject of Japanese studies from a multi-disciplinary approach. It has three main components. The first component is humanities, covering art, philosophy, history and literature. The second component is social sciences, which includes sociology,anthropology, politics and economics. The third component is linguistics and language development. Students will learn about the methods and theories the various disciplines contribute to the study of Japan. Audio-visual materials, fieldwork, guest lectures, study tours, projects and debates will supplement lecture and tutorials.","CrossModule":"GEK1002","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS2203","ModuleTitle":"Sound, Grammar and Meaning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory Japanese linguistics module which teaches how the language is analysed in terms of its sound, grammar and meaning. In order to develop a deeper understanding of the language, students will be asked to do frequent exercises that will help develop analytical skills. Topics such as pronunciation, accent patterns, word-formation, sentence analysis, complex sentences, functions of language, comparison with other Asian languages, and literal and pragmatic meanings will also be taught.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"LAJ2201 or pass in JLPT level 4 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS2216","ModuleTitle":"Postwar Japanese Film and Anime","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module uses postwar Japanese films and animation (anime) as the principal texts and investigates their relationship with contemporary Japanese culture, society and politics. Students will be introduced to the various genre and representative film and anime, together with specific critical writings on these works. Focus of the module will be on the relationship between the films and the audience, the impact of the dominance of films and anime in present day Japan and worldwide, and the various social and cultural issues such as violence and globalization that are closely related to the movie industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS2225","ModuleTitle":"Marketing and Consumer Culture in Japan","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Today's Japan is one of the most highly developed consumer markets. For its people shopping has presumably become the most important leisure and social activity and companies try to attract customers with continuous product and sales innovations. The module investigates this intricate relationship between business and consumer, economics and society, by looking at various case studies, for each critically identifying and discussing patterns of consumption and marketing from a multidisciplinary perspective. These case studies may include department stores, vending machines, electronic gadgets, branded merchandise, food, gift giving, and fashion goods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS3101","ModuleTitle":"Approaches to Japanese Studies II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module guides students towards using source materials in the Japanese language for their research. Based on their disciplinary interests, students will develop a research question and write a substantial paper based on Japanese language sources. Catering to\r\nstudents with different levels of Japanese language ability, this can be a review paper based on academic work in Japanese or a research paper using primary materials of different levels of difficulties, for example newspaper articles, government committee protocols, NGO publications, websites, or Japanese advertisements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"This module is for students who major in Japanese Studies. Students should have completed JS2101 Approaches to Japanese Studies I and at least LAJ2202 Japanese 3 (or equivalent Japanese language skills).","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"JS3214","ModuleTitle":"Japanese Philosophy and Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the modern Japanese sense of cultural, social and national identity, as analysed by social scientists, cultural historians, and scholars of Japanese thought. Some famous studies of the Japanese self by psychologists, anthropologists, sociologists and socio-linguists will be discussed, supplemented by a historical perspective focusing on the samurai heritage and the ideas behind the Meiji Restoration. No knowledge of the Japanese language or of specialised scholarly vocabulary is required or expected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS3223","ModuleTitle":"Japan and the Asia-Pacific Region","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to develop students’ understanding of Japan's external relations with other nations in Asia and the Pacific. Students will learn about the most contemporary issues in Japanese external relations, place them in a modern historical context, and analyze them with theoretical frameworks and\r\npolitical concepts. The topics include the Japan-U.S. security alliance, historical problems related to Yasukuni Shrine and history textbooks, ODA and PKO, territorial disputes, as well as Japan’s commitment to regional institutions in the Asia-Pacific.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"JS3227","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurship : Self-Made in Japan","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Entrepreneurship is one of the main factors determining the dynamics of a country's economy.  However, Japan has been described as a collectivist society where individual initiative is not appreciated and where it was often the government that led economic development.  Yet, Japan has produced a number of extraordinary individuals who played an important role in shaping its economy.  Through a series of case studies of dynamic and colourful entrepreneurship the module aims to identify the forces underlying entrepreneurship in Japan, thereby creating a general understanding of the interaction between the individual and its economic, political and social environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS4101","ModuleTitle":"Research and Writing in Japanese Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to encourage and enhance independent thinking, research and writing. Students will explore various approaches to the study of Japan and pursue a research proposal leading to a research project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS or 28MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20\r\nor be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"JS4221","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS4207","ModuleTitle":"Readings in Modern Japanese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to develop a reasonable level of fluency in reading such contemporary Japanese materials as academic writings, dialogues involving colloquial speech, and relatively sophisticated analyses of Japanese culture, society, current affairs and business affairs. Attention will also be given to developing accurate translation skills and to some of the subtler points of Japanese and English grammar. The module will also involve practice in using computers for Japanese word processing and for making use of the Japanese Internet.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nLAJ3201 or LAJ3203 or pass in JLPT Levels 2 or 1 / GCE ‘AO’ or ‘A’ Level Japanese or placement test AND completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nLAJ3201 or LAJ3203 or pass in JLPT Levels 2 or 1 / GCE ‘AO’ or ‘A’ Level Japanese or placement test AND completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS4213","ModuleTitle":"Approaches to Modern Japanese History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module traces the historical development of Japan from the mid 19th century to the present. It focuses on close reading and discussion of important English-language works with particular emphasis on historical and theoretical controversies in the field. Students will be encouraged to think about both the modern history of Japan as well as the historians who have claimed to reconstruct and narrate it. The module is aimed at students interested in the intersection between Japanese history, the practice of historiography, and the application of theoretical models to the past.","CrossModule":"HY4218","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"HY4218","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"JS4225","ModuleTitle":"Social Dynamics in Modern Japan","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This seminar investigates the construction of identity in modern Japan. Using anthropological and sociological readings, we will identify and critique the main theoretical models which have been used to explain self and society in Japan. Topics include family, national identity, gender, class, ethnicity, and ideologies of individualism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS4230","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Readings in Popular Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Students will read theoretical and practical approaches to the study of popular culture from a variety of disciplines, including cultural studies, media studies, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and anime/manga studies. Students will then use those theories and methods in analyzing primary materials from Japan, including manga, anime, music, television and film.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in JS or 28 MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Students are required to write an academic thesis on an approved topic under the guidance of a supervisor. The HT will be equivalent to two modules of study.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of JS major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of JS major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of JS major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"JS4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in JS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in JS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in JS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"JS4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS5204","ModuleTitle":"CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE SOCIAL ISSUES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines important social issues in contemporary Japan from the socio-anthropological perspective. It aims to develop students' critical thinking and to provide them with an advanced knowledge of the theories and methods in the socio-anthropological study of such important and current topics as aging, poverty, gender inequality, education, and the environment in Japan.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS5204R","ModuleTitle":"CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE SOCIAL ISSUES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines important social issues in contemporary Japan from the socio-anthropological perspective. It aims to develop students' critical thinking and to provide them with an advanced knowledge of the theories and methods in the socio-anthropological study of such important and current topics as aging, poverty, gender inequality, education, and the environment in Japan.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Japanese Studies in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"JS6660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"JAPANESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"KE5105","ModuleTitle":"Knowledge Engineering Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"KE5106","ModuleTitle":"Data Warehousing for Business Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this second core course - unit 3 of the Master of Technology (MTech) in Knowledge Engineering (KE) - is to present Data Warehousing as an important preparatory process in the development of intelligent systems for Business Analytics. \r\nThe objectives of the course are to: \r\n(1) Present the fundamental principles and practices of Data Warehousing. \r\n(2) Present the Data Warehousing process through the discussion of data modelling, dimension design, domain knowledge acquisition, understanding and modelling \r\ncustomer requirements, identifying data sources, data extraction, cleansing and transformation, data loading onto the analytical engine, and data preparation and \r\nexploration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3.0-1.0-1.0-10.0-5.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"KE5108","ModuleTitle":"Developing Intelligent Systems for Performing Business Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this fourth core course - unit 7 of the Master of Technology (MTech) in Knowledge Engineering (KE) - is to discuss the system engineering (ie: modelling and \r\ndevelopment) of intelligent systems for Business Analytics. \r\nThe objectives of the course are to: \r\n(1) Present the major stages of development cycle, including problem understanding, problem modelling, system architecture and design, algorithm/technique selection and system development and fine-tuning. \r\n(2) Introduce some of the typical hybrid architectures of intelligent system for problem solving in the Business Analytics context. (3) Discuss some advanced techniques and algorithms \r\nand their role in Business Analytics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3.0-1.0-1.0-10.0-5.0","Prerequisite":"KE4102 Intelligent Systems and Techniques for Business Analytics \r\nKE5107 Data Mining Methodology and Methods","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"KE5205","ModuleTitle":"Text Mining","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to equip students with knowledge and skills to effectively mine large amounts of unstructured textual data to discover themes, patterns, and trends for\r\nbusiness intelligence, research, or investigation. The students will be introduced to the concepts, techniques, and methods for common text mining tasks, such as data\r\npre-processing and preparation, linguistic/knowledge resources management, concept extraction, text categorization, clustering, association analysis, and trend\r\ndetection. The scenario-based case studies will enable the students to understand the application of text mining in business and research context, whereas hands-on\r\nworkshops will allow them to practice performing the above mining tasks following a text mining process.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"KE5207","ModuleTitle":"Computational Intelligence II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this elective course of the Master of Technology (MTech) in Knowledge Engineering (KE) is to introduce Fuzzy Systems, Rough Sets, Bayesian Nets and \r\nEvolutionary Computation and their role in the development of intelligent systems for Business Analytics The objectives of the course are to: \r\n(1) Introduce computational intelligence techniques with a focus on Fuzzy Systems, Rough Sets, Bayesian Nets and Evolutionary Computation. \r\n(2) Explore how these techniques can be used to construct intelligent systems to solve real-world problems such as reasoning, decision making and optimization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.0-0.5-0.5-3.0-2.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"KE5208","ModuleTitle":"Sense Making and Insight Discovery","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Sense-making is the process of creating situational awareness and understanding in situations of high complexity or uncertainty in order to make decisions. Strategic data analytics based solutions can be roughly modelled at three levels: sensing, sense-making and decision making. This module focuses on sense-making which is the ability to describe, diagnose and resolve problem situations in a multi-sensor (up to thousands of sensors) environment. 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Emphasis is on comparative studies between different cultures and traditions rather than on detail and depth of any particular practice of landscape intervention.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"LA3201","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LA4301","ModuleTitle":"Material and Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an understanding of materials as they pertain to landscape design. Outdoor designs require robust materials that tolerate extreme weather conditions, planned and unplanned forms of use and urban characteristics like highest intensities of usage and vandalism. The discourse on materials is integrated with their design process and application on site. Contemporary urban\r\nlandscape design bases upon a minimized choice of appropriate materials and high quality of implementation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LA4701","ModuleTitle":"MLA Studio: Quarter","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This studio-based module develops higher level skills in landscape design and marks the first of four subsequent master-level core studios in landscape design. Projects of city quarter scale are undertaken to explore issues of context, programme and socio-economic considerations. Projects will cover sites with different functions, e.g. residential, commercial, industrial, educational, health\r\nand recreation. Civic spaces like roadsides, highways, plazas, parks and city squares will also be tackled. There is an emphasis on sustainability and tropical design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-3-0-3-12","Prerequisite":"Min C in AR3101a and AR3102a","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LA5201","ModuleTitle":"Policy of Landscape","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This module presents a review of current topics in landscape architecture and planning considering environmental and nature conservation issues through lectures, readings, and discussion. A broad sweep of strategic, comprehensive and regional design issues is provided and students are challenged to critique current practice and to reflect on the relevance of landscape policies to society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LA5222","ModuleTitle":"Urban Ecology and Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"Urban Ecology is the study of ecosystems that include humans living in cities and urbanizing landscapes. It is an emerging, interdisciplinary field that aims to understand how human and ecological processes can coexist in human-dominated systems and help societies with their efforts to become more sustainable. It has deep roots in many disciplines including sociology, geography, urban planning, landscape architecture, engineering, economics, anthropology, climatology, public health, and ecology ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LA5301","ModuleTitle":"Geo Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The module focuses on developing the knowledge and techniques of site analysis and planning, which are essential for sustainable landscape architecture. The module is named as “Geo design” because it emphasizes on the systematic thinking of site and site alternatives in broad context, in which the analysis is supported by contemporary theories and methodologies in landscape and urban ecology. The tool of geographic information system (GIS) is provided for the development of advanced techniques in analyzing, evaluating, managing, and modeling.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LA5701","ModuleTitle":"MLA Studio: Country","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This studio-based module investigates the sustainable issues surrounding land development of large scales and marks the third of four subsequent master-level core studios in landscape design. Methods to balance economic and human development with ecological aspects are highlighted and discussed both quantitatively and qualitatively. The module aims on tropical design issues in the\r\nurban context of Singapore and other tropical countries. Thinking globally, acting locally – forms the topical framework of design content.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-8-0-2-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAB1201","ModuleTitle":"Bahasa Indonesia 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to develop language proficiency in an integrated approach.  Students will acquire language skills through participation in various communicative tasks. Through the exposure to the language, students will develop a general understanding of the cultures, the sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects of the language. By the end of the module, students will acquire basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing to maintain communication on common topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"LAM1201 Malay 1","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAB2201","ModuleTitle":"Bahasa Indonesia 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to further enhance students' proficiency in the four basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Students will be exposed to more language functions and a wider range of topics.  Through reading formulaic authentic texts, students will be introduced to the language in written form as it appears in daily communicative situations to achieve further understanding of the country, its culture and its people. At the end of this course, students will be equipped with a sound foundation of the language to maintain communication on topics relating to their personal and immediate environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAB1201 or placement test","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAB3201","ModuleTitle":"Bahasa Indonesia 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Bahasa Indonesia 2.  Emphasis continues to be on proficiency in all four skills, within selected range of vocabulary and grammar.  Students will master language relating to a wider range of daily life situations and will gain flexibility in their language use. Reading will no longer be strictly limited to what is contained in the textbook specially prepared for the class.  Gradually, short selection from media and literature sources such as short stories, poems, announcements, reports and other short, topic-specific pieces will be introduced to begin to familiarize students with actual usage while not overwhelming them with new vocabulary and grammatical forms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAB2201 or placement test","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAB3202","ModuleTitle":"Bahasa Indonesia 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Bahasa Indonesia 3.  In this module, students will read, analyse, and discuss texts from literature, non-fiction, and academic sources covering a wide range of subjects related to the culture and society of the target language.  Selection will include text and passage from short stories, journals, magazines, and newspapers, as well as audio-visual materials such as TV programs, feature films, etc. The range of readings is intended, firstly, to broaden students' vocabulary and familiarize them with terms relating to many fields of endeavor.  Secondly, the objective is to introduce students to various aspects of the society and culture as expressed by Indonesian writers.  Through exposure to the language as it appears in books and in the media, students will be able to hone their own language skills to be more applicable and practical in a workplace, academic, or business setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAB3201 or placement test","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAB4201","ModuleTitle":"Bahasa Indonesia 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Bahasa Indonesia 4. Students will progress from reading selections from passages to a more sustained and systematic encounter with the nature of the language used in novels, newspapers, Internet and other forms of popular publications, official public discourse, academic writings and business Indonesian.  Students will progressively comprehend texts, not only from background and subject matter knowledge, but also from increasing control of language.  They will also learn to handle conversation involving complication, in the form of connected discourse, and to make choices of diction, as well as manipulate grammatical features reflecting formal and informal registers.\n\n\n\nLearners autonomy will be enhanced in the teaching-learning process. Students will take an active role in selecting materials and leading discussions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-2-0-3-5.5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAB3202 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAC1201","ModuleTitle":"Chinese 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a beginners' module consisting three main components: conversation, grammar and Chinese characters learning. Vocabulary items, sentence patterns and short texts will be taught. Students will acquire basic communicative skills to deal with simple daily situations after reading this module. Approximately 180 Chinese characters and 150 phrases will be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"LAC2202","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAC2201","ModuleTitle":"Chinese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Chinese 1. It consists of three main components, conversation, grammar and Chinese characters learning.  Another 200 Chinese characters and 500 phrases will be introduced. Emphasis is placed on listening, speaking, reading and the writing of Chinese characters. Students are required to give short speeches and to conduct projects in tutorials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Passed LAC1201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"LAC2202","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAC3201","ModuleTitle":"Chinese 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is an intermediate Chinese module which is a continuation of Chinese 2. It consists of three main components: conversation, grammar and Chinese character learning. Another 160 Chinese characters and 260 phrases will be introduced. Students are also required to give short speeches and project presentations in the tutorials. Students' language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing are further strengthened.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Passed LAC2201/LAC2202 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAC3202","ModuleTitle":"Chinese 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Chinese 3 (LAC3201). Based on the 600 Chinese characters they have already learned from Chinese 1 to 3, students will be taught another 300 new characters and phrases at this stage.  New words, phrases and idioms will be strengthening for the usage of the language. Short stories and articles will be used in the teaching of this module. The students will also be trained in listening to broadcast materials, speech skills as well as short essay writing.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Passed LAC3201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAC3203","ModuleTitle":"Chinese for Science and Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Chinese for Science & Technology is a special module for students who plan to do an exchange semester at Chinese universities. It focuses on an understanding of the forms of Chinese and Chinese usage appropriate to the fields of science, technology and computing. The course aims to enhance students’ Chinese proficiency in the academic context of science, engineering, and related fields.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Higher Chinese at GCE 'O' Level, GCE 'AO' Level Chinese or equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAC4201","ModuleTitle":"Chinese 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Chinese 4. Based on the 750 Chinese characters and 960 phrases they have learned, students will acquire new words, phrases and idioms to strengthen the usage of the language. Short stories and articles will be taught in this module. Students will also do projects related to Chinese culture and history. Essay writing skills will be strengthened.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Passed LAC3202 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAF1201","ModuleTitle":"French 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on basic linguistic and communicative structures of the French language.  By developing the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as teaching basic grammar and vocabulary, it aims at helping students achieve communicative competence in simple everyday situations and personal interaction. The module will also attempt to help students optimise their learning by teaching them vital strategies for language learning and language use.  The assessment for this module is 100% Continuous Assessment. \n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAF2201","ModuleTitle":"French 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to further enhance students' proficiency in the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as increase their knowledge of the syntactical, morphological, phonetic and lexical aspects of the French language. Students will also acquire a better grasp of learning and communicative strategies (e.g. skimming, selective reading, reading for details, inferencing and mnemonic techniques etc.). Authentic texts from daily communicative situations (such as letters, dialogues, brochures, TV and radio interviews, signs etc.) will serve as the main source of learning materials.  The assessment for this module is 100% Continuous Assessment.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAF1201 or placement test","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAF3201","ModuleTitle":"French 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Building upon the foundation of the French 2 module, this module focuses on the development of students' ability to communicate on fairly complex topics of general interests. It will continue to adopt an integrated approach to language learning and cultivate students' proficiency in all areas of language learning, including their learning competence. Strategies to be developed include writing and speaking strategies such as brainstorming, arranging ideas and collecting linguistic expressions prior to the writing or speaking tasks.  The assessment for this module is 100% Continuous Assessment.\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAF2201or placement test","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAF3202","ModuleTitle":"French 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Students will be taught to comprehend longer listening and reading texts on more complex topics of general interest as well as on aspects of French culture, society and life. They will also acquire the ability to express their views and communicate meaningfully on the same topics at greater length, both in writing and orally. In the area of grammar and vocabulary, the focus will shift more towards textlinguistic and pragmatic features.  Language learning skills and strategies will include recognising and applying common linguistic and sociolinguistic norms in the use of the French language.  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Students will be introduced to complex documents and will learn different approaches for text and discourse analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAF3202 or LAF3203 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAG1201","ModuleTitle":"German 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the basic linguistic and communicative structures of the German language. By developing the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as teaching basic grammar and vocabulary, it aims at helping students achieve communicative competence in simple everyday situations and personal interaction. The module will also attempt to help students optimise their learning by teaching them vital strategies for language learning and language use.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAG2201","ModuleTitle":"German 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to further enhance students' proficiency in the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as increase their knowledge of the syntactical, morphological, phonetic and lexical aspects of the German language. Students will also acquire a better grasp of learning and communicative strategies. Authentic texts from daily communicative situations will serve as the main source of learning materials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAG1201 or placement test","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAG3201","ModuleTitle":"German 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Building upon the foundation of the German 2 module, this module focuses on the development of students' ability to communicate on fairly complex topics of general interests. It will continue to adopt an integrated approach and cultivate students' proficiency in all areas of language learning, including their learning competence. 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It is not suitable for students who are:  \r\n- native speakers of Hindi or Urdu  \r\n- students who have studied Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati, Marathi or Punjabi at 'O' or 'A' levels (or equivalents) or have previously undertaken any formal study of Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati or Punjabi for any duration of time  \r\n- Students who are from India have to provide a complete transcript of subjects studied to prove that they have not taken Hindi at any level.  ","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAH2201","ModuleTitle":"Hindi 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Hindi 2 is a beginners’ module, and is a continuation of Hindi 1. It is an integrated course which will help students gain higher basic proficiency in the four skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), grammar, vocabulary (including Devanagari, the Hindi alphabet), for personal interaction and communication in authentic situations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAH1201 Hindi 1, or its equivalence, or by placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAH3201","ModuleTitle":"Hindi 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Hindi 3 is a continuation of Hindi 2. It is an\r\n\r\nintegrated module which will help students gain\r\n\r\nintermediate proficiency in the four skills\r\n\r\n(listening, speaking, reading, and writing),\r\n\r\ngrammar, and vocabulary, for personal\r\n\r\ninteraction and communication in authentic\r\n\r\nsituations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAH2201 Hindi 2 or by placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LAH3202","ModuleTitle":"Hindi 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"\"Hindi 4 is a continuation of Hindi 3. It is an integrated module which will help students gain higher intermediate proficiency in the four skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), grammar, and vocabulary, for personal interaction and communication in authentic situations.\"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAH3201 Hindi 3, or by placement test.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAH4201","ModuleTitle":"Hindi 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module builds on the skills attained through studying Hindi 4. The aim is to introduce students to a range of typical forms of Hindi language likely to be encountered in authentic texts such as fiction, news media, broadcast media and cinema. Issues addressed in the module will include: strategies for the development of higher level vocabulary and the study of advanced Hindi grammar and usage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAH3202 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ1201","ModuleTitle":"Japanese 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is the first part of introductory-level Japanese.  It is designed to provide competence in handling various language tasks in authentic situations, using basic linguistic and socio-cultural skills. While more emphasis is placed on the development of oral communication skills, students will also learn how to read and write using hiragana, katakana, and approximately 100 kanji (i.e. Chinese characters) and 170 kanji-words. Students are also trained to learn basic self-study skills in Japanese to enable them to continue studying Japanese both in and outside of the classroom.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ2201","ModuleTitle":"Japanese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module builds upon the basis of Japanese 1 and aims to develop basic linguistic and socio-cultural skills to expand the repertoire of the daily topics and situations with simple structures. Approximately 110 kanji and 180 kanji-words will be introduced. While more emphasis is placed on the development of oral communication skills, students will also learn how to read and write simple and short compositions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"Passed LAJ1201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ2202","ModuleTitle":"Japanese 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Building upon the basis of Japanese 2, this module develops students' ability to communicate and expands the repertoire of daily topics and situations. Complex structures such as transitive and intransitive, conditionals and passive forms are introduced.  Approximately 150 kanji and 200 kanji-words will be introduced. With this knowledge of characters, students will be able to understand and write simple and short essays.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"Passed LAJ2201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ2203","ModuleTitle":"Japanese 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Building upon the basis of Japanese 3, this module aims to further develop students' communication skills on daily topics of general interests.  It enhances students? socio-cultural awareness and enables them to communicate meaningfully in an appropriate manner using polite expressions.  Approximately 150 kanji and 200 kanji-words will be introduced. With this knowledge of characters, students will be able to understand letters with fairly formal written language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"Passed LAJ2202 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ3201","ModuleTitle":"Japanese 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip students with skills and strategies to discuss fairly complex topics, such as social and cultural issues. Students will also acquire the ability to express their thoughts in writing by using complex structural patterns with conjunctions and transitional phrases. By the end of this module, students should be familiar with the language to the extent of being comfortable in using it as a medium of communication (oral, written, listening, and reading) with native speakers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"Passed LAJ2203 or placement test.","Preclusion":"LAJ3203 Business Japanese 1","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ3202","ModuleTitle":"Japanese 6","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module further enhances skills and strategies to discuss complex topics such as social, cultural, and historical issues based on authentic materials.  Students will also learn how to summarize long and difficult texts, how to structure essays and skills to read newspapers.  By the end of this module, students will attain good all-round proficiency in the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and will be able to handle more elaborate situations in communicating with native speakers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-4-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"Passed LAJ3201, LAJ3203, or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAJ4205","ModuleTitle":"Expository Writing & Public Speaking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to assist students' projects so that they can present their ideas effectively in oral and written form. Students are expected to have some data at hand for analysis or at least a concrete project topic. Contrastive analysis of English and Japanese expository writing styles will be carried out by comparing some sections of journal articles. Participants are expected to make progress reports on their projects and to comment actively on each other's presentations. This module is particularly useful for students researching topics that involve quantitative data, in such fields as linguistics, language teaching methodology, anthropology and sociology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-2-0-3-5.5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAJ3202, LAJ3204, JLPT Level 2 or 1, GCE AO' level Japanese or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAK1201","ModuleTitle":"Korean 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Korean 1 is a beginners module. This is an integrated course which will help students gain basic proficiency in the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), grammar and vocabulary (including Hanguel, the Korean alphabet) for personal interaction and communication in authentic situations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAK2201","ModuleTitle":"Korean 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Korean 2 is the continuation of Korean 1. This is also an integrated course which will help students gain higher basic proficiency in the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), grammar and vocabulary (including Hanguel, the Korean alphabet) for personal interaction and communication in authentic situations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"For students who passed LAK1201 (Korean 1) or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAK3201","ModuleTitle":"Korean 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Korean 3 is a continuation of Korean 2. It is an\r\n\r\nintegrated module which will help students gain\r\n\r\nintermediate proficiency in the four skills\r\n\r\n(listening, speaking, reading, and writing),\r\n\r\ngrammar, and vocabulary, for personal\r\n\r\ninteraction and communication in authentic\r\n\r\nsituations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAK2201 Korea 2 or by placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAK4201","ModuleTitle":"Korean 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Korean 5 is a continuation of Korean 4. In this module. a wide variety of interesting, informative, authentic and culturally significant reading materials will be introduced\r\nto help students achieve high levels of proficiency not only in interpersonal but also in interpretive and presentational communication. This module aims to equip students with adequate skills and strategies to engage in serious discourse with native or other foreign\r\nspeakers and write argumentative pieces on complex social, political, cultural and environmental topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"LAK3202 Korean 4, LAK3203 Korean for Academic Purposes or by placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LAL1201","ModuleTitle":"Tamil 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module aims at enabling non-Tamil-speaking beginners to achieve competence in understanding and using basic Tamil, both its spoken and written forms. The emphasis is mainly on conversational Tamil and its practical use at the level of everyday discourse and on written Tamil and its use at the beginners' level. To facilitate immersion into the Tamil language, students will be taught the necessary skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking initially through a Romanised script; during the semester the students will learn the orthographic system of the Tamil language. The essential aspects of Tamil grammar will also be taught. By the end of module, students will be able to write and read small texts by using the Tamil orthographic system and possess listening and speaking skills in Tamil language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAL2201","ModuleTitle":"Tamil 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a follow up to and continuation of the module Tamil 1. By the end of the module, students are expected to have a good grammatical understanding of the Tamil language and to have a vocabulary which makes it possible for them to handle all four aspects in Tamil language learning (speaking, listening, reading and writing) with ease and effectiveness. There will be an introduction to features of idiomatic Tamil and to everyday usages. Students will be able to write short compositions and letters and to read newspaper articles, stories and short poems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAL1201 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAM1201","ModuleTitle":"Malay 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims at guiding the beginner to achieve competence in understanding and using basic Malay. The emphasis is mainly on conversational Malay and its practical use at the level of everyday discourse. To facilitate immersion into the language students would be taught the necessary skills of listening, reading, writing and conversing in basic conversational Malay. The rudiments of Malay grammar would be taught where relevant or necessary.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"LAB1201 Bahasa Indonesia 1","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAM2201","ModuleTitle":"Malay 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a progression from Malay 1 and it seeks to build upon the standard attained by students in that module. This follow-up module introduces students by gradation to the use of standard Malay in relation to administration, commerce and the modern professions. The overriding aim of the module is for students to attain a functional competency in the Malay language for formal and practical purposes where necessary and relevant, aspects of Malay grammar would be taught.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAM1201 Malay 1 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAM3201","ModuleTitle":"Malay 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a progression from Malay 2 and it aims to help students become more competent in the Malay language so that they will be confident and capable of effective communication with speakers of the target language and at the same time be aware of the sociolinguistic dimension of the target culture. Malay 3 will focus on the continuous mastery and development of language skills that will help students converse accurately and more fluently.  This module is also aimed at enhancing students' communicative and social competence for effective communication in the Malay language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAM2201 Malay 2 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAM3202","ModuleTitle":"Malay 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Malay 4 is intended for students who wish to learn the Malay Language and have completed elementary Malay and Intermediate Malay 3. It is also for those who have equivalent knowledge of the Malay language to continue their study here. The course is intended for students who have already acquired a fairly proficient level of competency in the Malay language but wish to acquire the Malay language at a higher level and be able to use the target language for work related purposes within the context of the community in this region.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAM3201 Malay 3 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAM4202","ModuleTitle":"Malay 6","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip students with adequate skills and strategies to engage the native or other foreign speakers on more complex social and cultural issues. Students will learn to summarise texts of higher order thinking skills, structuring essays, collating linguistic means of expressions for improved language production and text cohesion. The module is intended to make students proficient language users.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"Completed LAM4201 Malay 5 or passed the placement test","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAR1201","ModuleTitle":"Arabic 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Arabic 1 is a beginners’ module. This is an\r\n\r\nintegrated course which will help students\r\n\r\ngain basic proficiency in the four skills\r\n\r\n(listening, speaking, reading, and writing),\r\n\r\ngrammar, vocabulary (including the Arabic\r\n\r\nalphabet), for personal interaction and\r\n\r\ncommunication in authentic situations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAR2201","ModuleTitle":"Arabic 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Arabic 2 is a beginners’ module, and is a\r\n\r\ncontinuation of Arabic 1. It is an integrated\r\n\r\ncourse which will help students gain higher\r\n\r\nbasic proficiency in the four skills (listening,\r\n\r\nspeaking, reading, and writing), grammar,\r\n\r\nvocabulary (including the Arabic alphabet), for\r\n\r\npersonal interaction and communication in\r\n\r\nauthentic situations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"\"LAR1201 Arabic 1, or by placement test.\"","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAR3201","ModuleTitle":"Arabic 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Arabic 3 is a continuation of Arabic 2. Its focus is to improve upon the students’ ability to interact in the language, augment their active vocabulary, and build upon their structural knowledge. An inductive/communicative approach is employed with all\r\nskills; the students are given real-life situations so that they can put into practice their acquired vocabulary and newly learnt grammar points. Also, students are exposed\r\nto a good amount of comprehensible input, such as real conversations between native speakers, audios of newscasts, and parts of movies. They are also asked to\r\nwrite short compositions using newly taught structures and vocabulary.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Successful completion of LAR2201 or exemption from it\r\nbased on placement test results.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LAR4201","ModuleTitle":"Arabic 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"LAR4201 Arabic 5 is an advanced module and a continuation of LAR3201 Arabic 4. In this module, students will achieve better oral fluency, considerable ability in listening and reading comprehension, and better writing proficiency. Oral activities in form of group work, pair work, role-plays, and presentations will be conducted regularly in both lectures and tutorials. Students will listen to authentic listening\r\ncomprehension materials, such as lectures, newscasts, and talk shows. In addition to readings on a variety of topics the students will read stories. Using\r\nthe vocabulary learned in lectures and tutorials, students will write compositions on different topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"Successful completion of LAR3202 or by placement test.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAS1201","ModuleTitle":"Spanish 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Spanish 1 is the introductory module to the language and culture of the Hispanic world. This course is designed to help students develop the four linguistic skills in Spanish as well as to expand their cultural competency. The module will focus on the acquisition of basic structures, which will be developed and reinforced in subsequent modules.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"YLS1201 Introductory Spanish I","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAS2201","ModuleTitle":"Spanish 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Spanish 1. Spanish 2 pays close attention to aural/oral practice while strengthening basic grammar skills, writing, and reading comprehension. Students will continue to learn about the Hispanic world via readings and a variety of audiovisual materials. The module covers the second half of the textbook used in Spanish 1.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"LAS1201 Spanish 1 or YLS1201 Introductory Spanish I, or placement test","Preclusion":"YLS1202 Introductory Spanish","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAS3201","ModuleTitle":"Spanish 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module targets students who have completed the elementary Spanish modules (LAS1201 and LAS2201). It offers a combination of listening and speaking practice with a review of key concepts of Spanish grammar via targeted reading and writing activities. This module continues to incorporate Hispanic cultural elements through representative texts and audiovisual materials from the Spanish-speaking world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"LAS2201 Spanish 2 or YLS1202 Introductory Spanish II, or placement test","Preclusion":"YLS2201 Intermediate Spanish I","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAS4201","ModuleTitle":"Spanish 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Students taking this module will build upon what was covered at the Elementary and Intermediate levels to expand their command of written and spoken Spanish. Advanced Spanish will focus on readings and discussions of Spanish and Spanish American culture to continue developing students’ vocabulary while reinforcing complex grammar and syntax. This module will also focus on accurate written production with attention paid to stylistics, genre, voice, while reviewing more advanced and nuance grammatical points.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-3-5.5","Prerequisite":"LAS3202 Spanish 4 or YLS2202 Intermediate Spanish II, or placement test","Preclusion":"YLS3201 Advanced Spanish I","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAT1201","ModuleTitle":"Thai 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to develop language proficiency in an integrated approach.  Students will acquire language skills through participation in various communicative tasks. Through the exposure to the language, students will develop a general understanding of the cultures, the sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects of the language. By the end of the module, students will acquire basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing to maintain communication on common topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAT2201","ModuleTitle":"Thai 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to further enhance students' proficiency in the four basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Students will be exposed to more language functions and a wider range of topics.  Through reading formulaic authentic texts, students will be introduced to the language in written form as it appears in daily communicative situations to achieve further understanding of the country, its culture and its people.  At the end of this course, students will be equipped with a sound foundation of the language to maintain communication on topics relating to their personal and immediate environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"LAT1201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAT3201","ModuleTitle":"Thai 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Thai 2.  In this module, students will read, analyse, and discuss texts from literature, non-fiction, and academic sources covering a wide range of subjects related to the culture and society of the target language.  Selection will include text and passage from short stories, journals, magazines, and newspapers, as well as audio-visual materials such as TV programs, feature films, etc. The range of readings is intended, firstly, to broaden students' vocabulary and familiarize them with terms relating to many fields of endeavor.  Secondly, the objective is to introduce students to various aspects of the society and culture as expressed by Thai writers.  Through exposure to the language as it appears in books and in the media, students will be able to hone their own language skills to be more applicable and practical in a workplace, academic, or business setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"LAT2201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAT3202","ModuleTitle":"Thai 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Thai 3.  In this module, students will read, analyse, and discuss texts from literature, non-fiction, and academic sources covering a wide range of subjects related to the culture and society of the target language.  Selection will include text and passage from short stories, journals, magazines, and newspapers, as well as audio-visual materials such as TV programs, feature films, etc. The range of readings is intended, firstly, to broaden students' vocabulary and familiarize them with terms relating to many fields of endeavor.  Secondly, the objective is to introduce students to various aspects of the society and culture as expressed by Thai writers.  Through exposure to the language as it appears in books and in the media, students will be able to hone their own language skills to be more applicable and practical in a workplace, academic, or business setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Passed LAT3201 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAT4201","ModuleTitle":"Thai 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Thai 4.  Students will progress from reading selections from passages to a more sustained and systematic encounter with the nature of the language used in novels, newspapers, Internet and other forms of popular publications, official public discourse, academic writings and Thai. Students will progressively comprehend texts, not only from background and subject matter knowledge, but also from increasing control of language.  They will also learn to handle conversation involving complication, in the form of connected discourse, and to make choices of diction, as well as manipulate grammatical features reflecting formal and informal registers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-3-5.5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAT3202 or placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAV1201","ModuleTitle":"Vietnamese 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to develop language proficiency in an integrated approach.  Students will acquire language skills through participation in various communicative tasks. Through the exposure to the language, students will develop a general understanding of the cultures, the sociolinguistic and pragmatic aspects of the language. By the end of the module, students will acquire basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing to maintain communication on common topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students with no prior knowledge of the target language. Students with prior knowledge (including spoken proficiency) must contact CLS to take a placement test.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LAV2201","ModuleTitle":"Vietnamese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to further enhance students' proficiency in the four basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Students will be exposed to more language functions and a wider range of topics.  Through reading formulaic authentic texts, students will be introduced to the language in written form as it appears in daily communicative situations to achieve further understanding of the country, its culture and its people. At the end of this course, students will be equipped with a sound foundation of the language to maintain communication on topics relating to their personal and immediate environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAV1201 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAV3201","ModuleTitle":"Vietnamese 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Vietnamese 2.  Emphasis continues to be on proficiency in all four skills, within selected range of vocabulary and grammar.  Students will master language relating to a wider range of daily life situations and will gain flexibility in their language use. Reading will no longer be strictly limited to what is contained in the textbook specially prepared for the class.  Gradually, short selection from media and literature sources such as short stories, poems, announcements, reports and other short, topic-specific pieces will be introduced to begin to familiarize students with actual usage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Passed LAV2201 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAV3202","ModuleTitle":"Vietnamese 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Vietnamese 3.  In this module, students will read, analyse, and discuss texts from literature, non-fiction, and academic sources covering a wide range of subjects related to the culture and society of the target language.  Selection will include text and passage from short stories, journals, magazines, and newspapers, as well as audio-visual materials such as TV programs, feature films, etc. The range of readings is intended, firstly, to broaden students' vocabulary and familiarize them with terms relating to many fields of endeavor.  Secondly, the objective is to introduce students to various aspects of the society and culture as expressed by Vietnamese writers.  Through exposure to the language as it appears in books and in the media, students will be able to hone their own language skills to be more applicable and practical in a workplace, academic, or business setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAV3201 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LAV4201","ModuleTitle":"Vietnamese 5","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will build on the skills developed in Vietnamese 4.  Students will progress from reading selections from passages to a more sustained and systematic encounter with the nature of the language used in novels, newspapers, Internet and other forms of popular publications, official public discourse, academic writings and business Vietnamese. Students will progressively comprehend texts, not only from background and subject matter knowledge, but also from increasing control of language.  They will also learn to handle conversation involving complication, in the form of connected discourse, and to make choices of diction, as well as manipulate grammatical features reflecting formal and informal registers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"Passed LAV3202 or placement test","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1001A","ModuleTitle":"Criminal Law (A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1001B","ModuleTitle":"Criminal Law (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1001D","ModuleTitle":"Criminal Law (D)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1001E","ModuleTitle":"Criminal Law (E)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1001F","ModuleTitle":"Criminal Law (F)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is meant to introduce students to the basic principles of criminal liability, mainly through the use of the homicide offences found in the Penal Code. The general defences found in the Penal Code as well as inchoate and\r\njoint liability of offenders will be covered in detail. During the course, reference may be made to offences found in other statutes and the law reform proposals from other jurisdictions. Students will also be encouraged to consider why certain forms of conduct are subject to criminal penalties and to critically assess these  objectives","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-14","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LC1003","ModuleTitle":"Law Of Contract","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This foundational course examines the basic doctrines and issues of contract law, including the creation of rights and obligations from voluntary undertakings, the doctrines which circumscribe the circumstances under which the law permits a dissolution of the contract, and the remedies that the law provides for the breach of contractual obligations. In exploring the constituent components of contracts - formation, privity, frustration, breach, remedies, terms and vitiating factors - the course also examines challenges to the traditional model of contract law, tensions arising from the pulls of certainty and fairness, and other broader issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-2-0-0-16","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1004","ModuleTitle":"Law Of Torts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is a foundation course introducing basic concepts in the law of torts, which deals with the rights and obligations of private parties arising out of civil wrongs. The course will include an in-depth study of the modern tort of negligence, as well as considering the related tort of nuisance. It will also cover the intentional torts and the tort of breach of statutory duty, and will conclude with a brief examination of remedies and vicarious liability.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-2-0-0-15","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1015","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Law in Context","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce the history of the common law and Singapore legal institutions (including Islamic law), as well as briefly situate Singapore’s law and institutions in relation to other approaches, notably the civil law approach adopted in most Asian jurisdictions. The module may be complemented by\r\nfield trips to court, a prison, and/or parliament. It should also include an examination of ADR mechanisms in Singapore and an introduction to professional ethics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC1016","ModuleTitle":"Legal Analysis, Research & Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this year-long course is to develop analytical skills, research skills and communication skills (written and oral) in first year students. In Semester 1, we focus on objective analysis and communication and also introduce students to basic research skills. In Semester 2, we focus on independent research and advocacy.\r\n\r\nExercises and assignments will employ real-life tasks, like office\r\nmemoranda, court pleadings and client meetings, as means for\r\nstudents to try out their legal skills. However, the primary focus will be on helping students to hone foundational legal skills that are transferable across subjects and contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"1-3-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2004","ModuleTitle":"Principles Of Property Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will impart to students the basic principles of law and equity in the law of property,with particular reference to land.  It will explore the meaning of ownership of land viz the doctrine of estates, past and present interests and co-ownership of land.  The manner in which land can be dealt with both at law and in equity, eg., transfer, leases, mortgages, licences, easements and restrictive convenants will be considered.  It will also examine issues with respect to registered titles to land as well as the system of caveats for the protection of unregistered interests in land.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-2-0-0-15","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2008B","ModuleTitle":"Company Law (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2008C","ModuleTitle":"Company Law (C)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2008D","ModuleTitle":"Company Law (D)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2008E","ModuleTitle":"Company Law (E)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2008F","ModuleTitle":"Company Law (F)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2009","ModuleTitle":"Pro Bono Service","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"NUS Law has a rich tradition of pro bono work among staff and students. Engaging in pro bono provides an opportunity to gain “real world” experience - to see firsthand the important role law plays in the life of an individual. Law is a privileged profession, one that assists in upholding and promoting justice, morality and the rule of law. This module sets a baseline for pro bono service at NUS, aimed at helping students develop professional skills, and exposing students to the non-pecuniary aspects \r\nof the profession that will sustain a long and satisfying career.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"1-0-0-3-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2010A","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2010B","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2010C","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (C)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2010D","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (D)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2010E","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (E)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC2010F","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (F)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC3001A","ModuleTitle":"Evidence (A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5010A","ModuleTitle":"Legal Systems of Asia (A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the most important legal systems in the world, with a particular emphasis on Asia. Systems that are explored include the civil law in particular, as well as Islamic law, Chinese law, the law of Southeast Asian jurisdictions and transnational law. Exploration focuses largely on the institutional and intellectual structure of these systems both individually and in comparison, and will also use examples and case studies to illustrate aspects of the systems discussed. The course gives students sufficient insight into these systems to facilitate effective autonomous research and a basic familiarity with the systems that should prove useful in\r\nlater professional life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil.","Preclusion":"Nil.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5050V","ModuleTitle":"Public International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This foundational course introduces the student to the nature, major principles, processes and institutions of the international legal system, the relationship between international and domestic law and the role of law in promoting world public order. Students will acquire an understanding of the conceptual issues underlying this discipline and a critical appreciation of how law inter-relates with contemporary world politics, its global, regional and domestic significance. Topics include the creation and status of international law, participation and competence in the international legal system, primary substantive norms such as the law regulating the use of force and enforcement procedures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LC5050.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5204AV","ModuleTitle":"Carriage of Goods By Sea","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will focus on the different transport documents which are used in contracts for the carriage of goods by sea. This will include bills of lading, sea waybills, delivery orders. The course will examine the rights and liabilities of\r\nthe parties to such contracts, including the shipowner, the charterer, the cargo owner, the lawful holder of the bill of lading etc. Major international conventions on carriage of goods, such as the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules, and the Rotterdam Rules will also be examined. This course is of fundamental importance to those individuals contemplating a career in shipping law and underlines Singapore’s role as a major global port and maritime hub.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken Carriage of Goods by Sea.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5230","ModuleTitle":"Elements of Company Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The company is one of the most important institutions in our society. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the main conceptual apparatus of company law and to analyse some of the policy issues raised in facilitating and regulating this pervasive commercial form. Topics include the following: corporate personality and limited liability; corporate organs, constitution and meetings; corporate capacity and contracting; corporate finance; corporate governance; shareholders’ rights and remedies. The course uses Singapore’s Companies Act (Cap 50) as a sample legislation and draws on leading cases from the Commonwealth, in particular, UK, Australia and Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who have studied company law or a similar subject in a commonwealth jurisdiction","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5262V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the basic understanding of the law of arbitration to enable them to advise and represent parties in the arbitral process confidence.  Legal concepts peculiar to arbitration viz. separability, arbitrability and kompetenze-kompetenze will considered together with the procedural laws on the conduct of the arbitral process, the making of and the enforcement of awards.  Students will examine the UNCITRAL Model Law and the New York Convention, 1958.  This course is most suited for students with some knowledge of the law of commercial transactions, shipping, banking, international sale of  goods or construction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4029","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5285V","ModuleTitle":"International Dispute Settlement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will explore key legal questions related to\ninternational dispute settlement with a view to providing a\nbroad overview of the field with respect to State-to-State,\nInvestor-State, and commercial disputes. This course will\ninclude a discussion of the various types of international\ndisputes and settlement mechanisms available for their\nresolution. It will explore the law pertaining to dispute\nsettlement before the ICJ, WTO, ITLOS, as well as\ninternational arbitration, both Investor-State arbitration and\ncommercial arbitration. The course will compare these\ndifferent legal processes on issues such as jurisdiction,\nprovisional remedies/measures, equal treatment,\nevidence, and enforcement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4285/LL5285/LL6285/LC5285 International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5336","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Int'l Arbitration & Dispute Resolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will allow the students to visit dispute resolution institutions (courts, arbitral institutions, mediation centres etc.). In addition, some practitioners of international dispute resolution will also be invited to come speak to the students about different aspects of the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-1-0-0-1.5","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5337","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Common Law of Contract","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The Singapore legal system resides in the common law family but has its own history and development. This course introduces civil law lawyers to the methodology and reasoning used in the common law in Singapore - using the lens of contract law, a part of private obligations relevant to commercial transactions as well as daily life.  By exploring introductory-level aspects of contract law, such as formation and the creation of rights and obligations, interpretation, breach, and remedies, the course also examines how policy concerns of certainty and fairness, as well as aspects of common law, shape outcomes and legal rules.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Sufficient coursework and/or work experience in the common law to be determined by Convenor and Vice Dean (Academic Affairs)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LC5405B","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Students will first be provided with an overview of what the various intellectual property (IP) rights in Singapore are. Thereafter, this module will launch into the specifics of the main IP rights including copyright, patents and trade marks. For each of these IP rights, selected issues relating to their subsistence (how does it arise; is registration needed; what are the registration criteria) and infringement (what exclusive rights the IP owner has; what defences are available) will be examined very closely. Students will also be encouraged to explore the inter-relationship between these IP rights on specific issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4405A/LL5405A/LL6405A Law of IP & LL4070/LL5070/LC5070/LL6070 Foundations of IP Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LCD5204AV","ModuleTitle":"Carriage of Goods By Sea","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will focus on the different transport documents which are used in contracts for the carriage of goods by sea. This will include bills of lading, sea waybills, delivery orders. The course will examine the rights and liabilities of\r\nthe parties to such contracts, including the shipowner, the charterer, the cargo owner, the lawful holder of the bill of lading etc. Major international conventions on carriage of goods, such as the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules, and the Rotterdam Rules will also be examined. This course is of fundamental importance to those individuals contemplating a career in shipping law and underlines Singapore’s role as a major global port and maritime hub.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken Carriage of Goods by Sea.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LI5001","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"THE LOGISTICS INSTITUTE - ASIA PACIFIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LI5101","ModuleTitle":"Supply Chain Mgt Thinking & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"THE LOGISTICS INSTITUTE - ASIA PACIFIC","ModuleDescription":"A good supply chain involves an integrated end-to-end management of material flows from sources of supply through plants to customers, as well as an efficient information system of monitoring the flows and improving operational efficiency. Given the global context in which supply chains are to be managed, there is also a need to appreciate the financial management and operations. The objective of the module is to lead students into developing correct perspectives and thinking skills\r\nneeded to manage a supply chain. The topics to be covered include evolution of supply chain thinking, components of a supply chain, principles and value of good SCM, SCM operation and coordination, different practices of SCM, technology in SCM.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LI5201","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Logistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"THE LOGISTICS INSTITUTE - ASIA PACIFIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4002V","ModuleTitle":"Admiralty Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce the various concepts relating to the admiralty action in rem, which is the primary means by which a maritime claim is enforced. Topics will include: the nature of an action in rem; the subject matter of admiralty jurisdiction; the invocation of admiralty jurisdiction involving the arrest of offending and sister ships; the procedure for the arrest of ships; liens encountered in admiralty practice: statutory, maritime and possessory liens; the priorities governing maritime claims; and time bars and limitations. This course is essential to persons who intend to practice shipping law.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4002.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4004V","ModuleTitle":"Aviation Law & Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an insight into international civil aviation and the legal and regulatory issues facing airlines, governments and the common passenger. Issues raised include public air law and policy, aviation security in light of recent global developments and private air law. Emphasis will be placed on issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, given Singapore's status as a major aviation hub and the exponential growth of the industry in the Asia-Pacific. Topics to be discussed include the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation, bilateral services agreements, aircraft safety, terrorism and aviation security and carrier liability for death or injury to passengers. Competition among airlines will also be analysed, including business strategies such as code-sharing, frequent flier schemes and alliances. The severe competitive environment introduced by weakening economies, war and terrorism will also be discussed. This course will be relevant for individuals with a keen interest in air travel, and is designed for those interested in joining the aviation industry or large law firms with an aviation practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4004.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4008AV","ModuleTitle":"Carriage of Goods By Sea","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will focus on the different transport documents which are used in contracts for the carriage of goods by sea. This will include bills of lading, sea waybills, delivery orders. The course will examine the rights and liabilities of\r\nthe parties to such contracts, including the shipowner, the charterer, the cargo owner, the lawful holder of the bill of lading etc. Major international conventions on carriage of goods, such as the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules, and the Rotterdam Rules will also be examined. This course is of fundamental importance to those individuals contemplating a career in shipping law and underlines Singapore’s role as a major global port and maritime hub.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken Carriage of Goods by Sea.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4009V","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Legal Tradition And Legal Chinese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is a skills course conducted entirely in Mandarin and is intended for students who possess a knowledge of basic Chinese. Unfamiliarity with Chinese legal materials and inability to comprehend legal Chinese are common disadvantages faced by Singapore lawyers advising clients who do business in China. This course aims to deal with this. Students are given selected Chinese legal articles, statutes, court judgments and other legal documents and instruments to read and are required to undertake simple practice assignments in Chinese. They are expected to be able to explain Chinese legal concepts in Chinese. Aspects of Chinese legal culture will also be covered in the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"(a) NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. (b) Students must have obtained a B4 and above in CL or CL2 (AO Level) or B4 and above in Higher Chinese (HCL or CL1)","Preclusion":"Exchange students from law schools in China and post-graduate students who are graduates of law schools in China are precluded from taking this course for credit.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4021V","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is aimed at giving students an overview of environmental law and its development, including the legal and administrative structures for their implementation, from the international, regional and national perspectives. It will focus on hard laws (legal instruments, statutory laws, international and regional conventions) and soft laws (Declarations, Charters etc.). In particular, it will examine the basic elements of pollution laws relating to air, water, waste, hazardous substances and noise; as well as nature conservation laws and laws governing environmental impact assessments. Singapore's laws and the laws of selected ASEAN countries will be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4022V","ModuleTitle":"Globalization And International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Apart from the instruments of the World Trade Organization, there are other institutions and techniques which regulate international trade.  The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund regulate certain aspects of trade.  There are multilateral instruments which deal with issues such as corruption, ethical business standards, investment protection, competition and the regulation of financial services.  The jurisdictional reach of large powers over international markets also provides means of self-interested regulation.  The international regulation of new technologies such as internet and biotechnology pose novel problems.  This course addresses the issues that arise in this area in the theoretical and political contect of globalization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4022","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4029V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the basic understanding of the law of arbitration to enable them to advise and represent parties in the arbitral process confidence.  Legal concepts peculiar to arbitration viz. separability, arbitrability and kompetenze-kompetenze will considered together with the procedural laws on the conduct of the arbitral process, the making of and the enforcement of awards.  Students will examine the UNCITRAL Model Law and the New York Convention, 1958.  This course is most suited for students with some knowledge of the law of commercial transactions, shipping, banking, international sale of  goods or construction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4029","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4030V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Litigation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Globalisation has made it more important for lawyers to be knowledgeable about the international aspects of litigation. This course focuses on the jurisdictional techniques most relevant to international commercial litigation: in personam jurisdiction, forum non conveniens, interim protective measures, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments, public policy, and an outline of choice of law issues for commercial contracts. The course, taught from the perspective of Singapore law, based largely on the common law, is designed to give an insight into the world of international litigation. These skills are relevant to not only litigation lawyers, but also lawyers planning international transactions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4030","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4031V","ModuleTitle":"International  Environmental Law & Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"International law traditionally concerns itself with the relations between states, yet environmental problems transcend borders. International environmental law demonstrates how international norms can affect national sovereignty on matters of common concern. The course surveys international treaties concerning the atmosphere and the conservation of nature, and connections to trade and economic development. Institutions and principles to promote compliance and cooperation are also examined. The course will assist students in their understanding of international law-making. It would be of use to those interested in careers involving international law, both for the government and public sector and those in international trade and investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4031","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4032V","ModuleTitle":"International Investment Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the nature of risks to foreign investment and the elimination of those risks through legal means. As a prelude, it discusses the different economic theories on foreign investment, the formation of foreign investment contracts and the methods of eliminating potential risks through contractual provisions. It then examines the different types of interferences with foreign investment and looks at the nature of the treaty protection available against such interference. It concludes by examining the different methods of dispute settlement available in the area. The techniques of arbitration of investment disputes available are fully explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4032","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4033V","ModuleTitle":"International Legal Process","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course takes a problem-oriented approach to public international law. Its primary objective is to provide students with an understanding of the basic principles of public international law and a framework for analysing international legal disputes. The focus will be a past problem from the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. This will be used to illustrate the basic principles of public international law applicable in an international dispute. Its second objective is to teach students how to research points of international law and to construct persuasive arguments based on legal precedent, general principles, policy and facts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4033","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4037V","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The sociology of law studies law as a social institution. We will explore the relationships among law, social actors and other social institutions. This is in contrast to the legal academy's formalist approaches that treat law as autonomous and impartial, and jurisprudential concerns about law's morality. We will consider both theoretical and empirical, and classic and contemporary works in sociology of law. Issues covered include: law and classic social theory; law and contemporary social theory; law and power; the social construction of disputes and dispute resolution; law and organizations; legal mobilization; law, collective action, and social change; legal consciousness; and, sociological perspectives on the legal profession.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"For Law Students: NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or its equivalent; For Non-Law Students: Open to students from Arts and Social Sciences with at least 80 MCs.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4037","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4043","ModuleTitle":"Law Of Marine Insurance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to give students a firm foundation of existing law; a working understanding of standard form policies; and an understanding of the interaction between the Marine Insurance Act, case law and the Institute Clauses. Topics will include: types of marine insurance policies; insurable interest; principle of utmost good faith; marine insurance policies; warranties; causation; insured and excluded perils; proof of loss; types of losses; salvage, general average and particular charges; measure of indemnity and abandonment; mitigation of losses. This course will appeal to students who wish to specialise in either insurance law or maritime law.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4045V","ModuleTitle":"Negotiation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is a skills-based workshop and is designed to assist participants in learning about and attaining a basic level of competency as a negotiator. This is particularly important as lawyers commonly engage in negotiation as part of their practice. Topics covered include: Interest-based negotiation vs Position-based negotiation; Preparing for a negotiation; Creating and Claiming Value; and Overcoming Impasse. This workshop is targeted at self-motivated students interested in learning and developing interpersonal and negotiation skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed Negotiation Workshop or its equivalent elsewhere. Not open to incoming exchange students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4049V","ModuleTitle":"Principles Of Conflict Of Laws","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The subject of conflict of laws addresses three questions: Which country should hear the case? What law should be applied? What is the effect of its adjudication in another country? This course includes an outline of jurisdiction and judgments techniques, but will focus on problems in choice of law, and issues in the exclusion of foreign law. Coverage includes problems in contract and torts, and other areas may be selected from time to time. This course is complementary to International Commercial Litigation, but it stands on its own as an introduction to theories and methodologies in the conflict of laws.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4049.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4050V","ModuleTitle":"Public International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This foundational course introduces the student to the nature, major principles, processes and institutions of the international legal system, the relationship between international and domestic law and the role of law in promoting world public order. Students will acquire an understanding of the conceptual issues underlying this discipline and a critical appreciation of how law inter-relates with contemporary world politics, its global, regional and domestic significance. Topics include the creation and status of international law, participation and competence in the international legal system, primary substantive norms such as the law regulating the use of force and enforcement procedures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4050.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4060B","ModuleTitle":"World Trade Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-14","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4199A/LL4199B","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4063V","ModuleTitle":"Business & Finance For Lawyers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"To provide law students who intend to read commercial law electives with a foundation in accounting, finance and other related business concepts.   It covers topics such as interpretation and analysis of standard financial statements, the types of players and instruments in the financial markets and the basic framework of a business investment market.The course will employ a hypothetical simulation where lawyers advise on several proposals involving the acquisition and disposal of assets by a client. The issues covered in the hypothetical will include asset valuation models, financing options and techniques, and compliance with accounting and regulatory frameworks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"(a) NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.  \r\n(b) Company Law or its equivalent in a common law jurisdiction (may be taken concurrently)","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4063.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4064V","ModuleTitle":"Competition Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will examine the competition law and policy framework in Singapore and will introduce students to the three pillars of the legal and regulatory framework:\r\n(i) the prohibition against anti-competitive agreements, \r\n(ii) the prohibition against abuses of market dominance, and \r\n(iii) the regulation of mergers and concentrations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Competition Law courses taught in European, American and Singapore law schools.\r\nStudents who are taking or have taken LL4064.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4067","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Criminal Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4069V","ModuleTitle":"European Union Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4074","ModuleTitle":"Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The course will begin with an evaluation of the business rationale for M&As and a discussion of the various types of transactions and related terminology. The regulatory issues surrounding these transactions will be analysed through examination of the applicable laws and regulations. The course adopts an nternational comparative perspective, with greater focus on the U.S., U.K. and Singapore. While corporate and securities law issues form the thrust, incidental reference will be made to accounting, tax and competition law considerations. inally, the transactional perspective will consider various\r\nstructuring matters, planning aspects, transaction costs\r\nand impact on various stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Company Law (LC2008) or its equivalent in a common law jurisdiction.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4089V","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Corporate & Securities Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the laws and the relevant legislation governing the main forms of foreign direct investment (FDI) in China such as equity joint ventures, contractual joint ventures, wholly foreign-owned enterprises and limited liability companies.The aim is to provide students with a critical understanding of the FDI regime in China as well as an understanding of the relationship between the FDI governing laws and other general laws so as to provide updated and accurate information and enable proper legal advice to be given in this area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4089.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4094AV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4094BV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4094CV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4094V","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4104V","ModuleTitle":"Jurisprudence","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced-level course which provides an opportunity for rigorous study about the nature of law and broader issues in legal and political theory such as the nature of rights, the nature of justice, and questions about (fair) distribution. The course will examine a range of salient topics related to these issues and will be taught entirely through interactive, discussion-intensive seminars, that will rely heavily on active class participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4104.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4109V","ModuleTitle":"International Law & Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"How does Asia relate to the international community and international law?  The region's rich diversity of states and socieities challenges assumptions of universality and also affects cooperation between states on issues such as human rights violations, environmental harm and the facilitation of freer trade.  Yet a sense of reguinalism within East Asia is growing, with new institutions and mechanisms to deal with these and other contemporary challenges in East Asia.  The seminar will discuss key issues of law and legal approaches in Asia, such as sovereignty, as well as provide for presentations bt students on research subjects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4109.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4111V","ModuleTitle":"International Copyright Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4111.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4135","ModuleTitle":"Patent Law & Practice: Perspectives from the U.S","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce patent law and policy in the United States, and how they relate to other systems of law, primarily U.S. trade secret and antitrust law. The course begins with central legal principles and policies, emphasizing the concepts and skills required of a new lawyer with a working knowledge of patent law. By the end of the course, students will understand the requirements for obtaining protection, the doctrinal elements of an infringement action as well as the various types of defences and remedies available. Students will also gain a practice-oriented perspective of “real-world” issues facing inventors and companies as well as how those issues are consistent with, or in tension with, other interests.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"(1) LL4071/LL5071/LL6071; LL4071V/LL5071V/LL6017V International Patent Law, Policy and Practice; \n(2) LL4405B/LL5405B/LL6405B/LC5405B Law of Intellectual Property (B); \n(3) LL4007/LL5007/LL6007; LL4007V/LL5007V/LL6007V Biotechnology Law;\n(4) LL4076/LL5076/LL6076; LL4076V/LL5076V/LL6076V IT Law I\n(5) LL4135V/LL5135V/LL6135V Patent Law and Practice: Perspectives from the U.S.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4164V","ModuleTitle":"International Projects Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is intended to introduce students to the practice and law relating to international projects and infrastructure. The various methods of procurement and the construction process involved will be reviewed in conjunction with standard forms that are used internationally - such as the FIDIC, JCT and NEC forms, among others. Familiar issues such as defects, time and cost overruns and the implications therefrom (and how these matters are dealt with in an international context) will also be covered.\r\n\r\nThe course will provide students with an understanding of how international projects are procured, planned and administered as well as give an insight into how legal and commercial risks are identified, priced, managed and mitigated.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4164.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4172","ModuleTitle":"Japanese Corporate Law & Governance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4177V","ModuleTitle":"Entertainment Law: Pop Iconography & Celebrity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of the course are to (i) examine key aspects of a modern entertainment industry with a focus on the enforcement of intellectual property rights relating to popular iconography in movies, books, fashion and the arts; (ii) critically evaluate claims brought by celebrities, authors, artists and well-known brands in the United States and United Kingdom; (iii) understand the current legal issues concerning the protection of the commercial and dignitary interests of the celebrity. From Naomi Campbell to Tiger Woods, Michael Douglas to Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis, Harry Potter to Seinfeld, Louis Vuitton to Gucci, this course will be analysing the operation of the six prominent causes of action brought by celebrities and rights owners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4177.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4185V","ModuleTitle":"Government Regulations: Law, Policy & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on law, policy and practice in three regulated areas in Singapore: (1) financial markets & sovereign wealth funds; (2) healthcare; and (3) real property. It adopts a cross-disciplinary and practice-related perspective in its examination of competing and overlapping interests and the relevant theories and principles of state regulation driving these fast-developing areas. It also examines the roles, rights and obligations of the Government as a regulator, the government-linked entities as market actors, businesses and individuals, and considers \"market inefficiencies\" relating to accountability, independence, legitimacy and transparency. Students are required to evaluate current substantive law and institutional norms and processes, review comparative models and approaches in other jurisdictions, and propose a model of optimal regulation in one selected area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4197V","ModuleTitle":"Comparative State and Religion in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"How do Southeast Asian constitutions accommodate religion? Is secularism necessary for democracy? Do public religions undermine religious freedom? These are some of the questions we will be engaging with in this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"For law students: NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent..\r\n\r\nFor non-law students: 3rd & 4th Year students from Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences who have completed PS1101E Introduction to Politics.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4197.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4203","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4203A","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4203B","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4203C","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4214","ModuleTitle":"International and Comparative Oil and Gas Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module explores principles and rules relating to the exploration for, development and production of oil and gas (upstream operations). The main focus of the module is on the examination of different arrangements governing the\r\nlegal relationship between states and international oil companies, such as modern concessions, productionsharing agreements, joint ventures, service and hybrid contracts. The agreements governing the relationships between companies involved in upstream petroleum operations (joint operating and unitisation agreements) will also be examined. The module will further explore the\r\nissues of dispute settlement, expropriation, stability of contracts and a relevant international institutional and legal framework.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4219","ModuleTitle":"The Trial of Jesus in Western Legal Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The Trial of Jesusis an excellent case for students to learn how to conduct non-practical studies of legal and normative issues. It is, arguably, the most consequential\r\nlegal event in the evolution of Western Civilization. We will examine the historical, political, and legal background to the Trial, and, especially, the procedural propriety of\r\nthe Trial. Questions to be explored include: Were hisprocedural rights preserved during his trial before the Sanhedrin? Was histrial a miscarriage of justice? Through\r\nreflecting upon these and other questions, we will explore if and how thistrialshaped the Western culture. \r\n\r\nThis module is also concerned with the ‘method’ or ‘process’ of how students digest and integrate ’substance’ or‘content’. Thus,there is emphasis on the significance of understanding and clarifying, the complexity of each and every problem, and not only the importance of offering, or trying to offer, a clever solution to it.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4226","ModuleTitle":"Multimodal Transport Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Other than the traditional unimodal contract of carriage, a multimodal contract of carriage requires more than one modality to perform the carriage. Think of a shipment of steel coils, traveling per train from Germany to the Netherlands, then by sea to Singapore where the last stretch to the end receiver is performed by truck. The course deals with all the legal aspects of such a multimodal contract of carriage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4244V","ModuleTitle":"CRIMINAL PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The administration of criminal justice in Singapore relies on an ethical, professional and skilled disposition and management of criminal cases. A good criminal practitioner needs a sound grounding in criminal law and criminal procedure, and a strong base of written and oral advocacy and communication skills. This is an experiential course that takes students through a case from taking instructions all the way through to an appeal, using the structure of the criminal process to teach criminal law, procedure and advocacy skills. Taught primarily by criminal law practitioners, this course will give an insight into the realities of criminal practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUS Core Law Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students taking this module will be precluded from LL4208/LL5208/LL6208 & LL4208V/LL5208V/LL6208V ACLP, and vice versa.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4254V","ModuleTitle":"Developing State in a Changing World Order","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the changing role of developing countries in a changing international order. It does so by adopting an approach that combines history, theory, and doctrine. The course will examine the historical origins of the contemporary international legal system, and the theoretical debates that have accompanied its evolution, focusing in particular on relations between the Western and non-Western worlds. It will then examine selected topics of international law that are of current significancethese may include international human rights law, the law relating to the use of force, the international law of trade and foreign investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4276","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Contract Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Contract Law invites students to examine selected topics from contract law in greater detail and conceptual depth. Questions include:\r\n- What does contractual intention mean?\r\n- Should the doctrine of consideration be abolished?\r\n- Should promissory estoppel be a sword?\r\n- What is the justification for mitigation and remoteness?\r\n- What should be the aim of remedies for breach?\r\n- Should account of profits be available?\r\n- How should contracts be interpreted?\r\n- When should terms be implied?\r\n- Should substantive unfairness be controlled`?\r\n- How does and how should the law deal with change of circumstances?\r\n- How should we understand the vitiating factors?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-8-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent Contract Law","Preclusion":"Philosophical Foundations of Contract Law\r\nLL4187/LL5187/LL6187\r\nLL4187V/LL5187V/LL6187V","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4277V","ModuleTitle":"Medical Law and Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the tools necessary for students to develop and reflect critically upon contemporary ethical and legal issues in medicine and the biosciences. Its substantive content includes and introduction to medical\r\nethics and medical law, health care in Singapore (presented comparatively with select jurisdictions, such as the UK and the USA), and professional regulation. The following key areas will be considered:\r\n- Professional regulation and good governance of medicines;\r\n- Genetics and reproductive technologies (including abortion and pre-natal harm);\r\n- Mental health;\r\n- Regulation of Human Biomedical Research;\r\n- Innovative treatment and clinical research;\r\n- Infectious Diseases;\r\n- Organ transplantation; and\r\n- End-of-life concerns (e.g. advance care plan and advance directive, discontinuation of life sustaining treatment, etc.).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have read LL4400/LL5400/LL6400 BIOMEDICAL LAW & ETHICS are precluded.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4278V","ModuleTitle":"Trade and Investment Law in the Asia-Pacific","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Alongside the European Union the Asia-Pacific is becoming the central arena for trade and investment and its contestation within the world today. This module examines the global, regional and bilateral frameworks governing trade, investment, competition and migration across this region. It has three components. The first looks at how different organisations and regimes – the WTO, ASEAN, ASEAN Plus Agreements, BITS, NAFTA and Closer Economic Relations – interact to govern the region and the attempts to reform this, most notably through the TransPacific Partnership Process. The second looks at the detailed laws and processes governing trade in goods and services and investment. The final section looks at a number of further key policies: intellectual property, competition, the professions, and migration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Public International Law: LL4050; LL5050; LL6050; LC5050 / LL4050V; LL5050V; LL6050V; LC5050V"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4283V","ModuleTitle":"Artificial Intelligence, Information Science & Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Advancements in computer science have made it possible to deploy information technology to address legal problems. Improved legal searches, fraud detection, electronic discovery, digital rights management, and automated takedowns are only the beginning. We are beginning to see natural language processing, machine learning and data mining technologies deployed in contract formation, electronic surveillance, autonomous machines and even decision making. This course examines the basis behind these technologies, deploys them in basic scenarios, studies the reasons for their acceptance or rejection, and analyses them for their benefits, limitations and dangers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent\nInformation Technology Law I [LL4076/LL5076/LL6076;\nLL4076V/LL5076V/LL6076V] or Information Technology Law II\n[LL4077/LL5077/LL6077; LL4077V/LL5077V/LL6077V]\n\nGCE “A” Level Mathematics (at least), with basic understanding of\nprobability theory and linear algebra \nProgramming skills in e.g. MatLab/Octave/Java/Python/R is a bonus.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4285V","ModuleTitle":"International Dispute Settlement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will explore key legal questions related to international dispute settlement with a view to providing a broad overview of the field with respect to State-to-State, Investor-State, and commercial disputes. This course will include a discussion of the various types of international disputes and settlement mechanisms available for their resolution. It will explore the law pertaining to dispute settlement before the ICJ, WTO, ITLOS, as well as international arbitration, both Investor-State arbitration and commercial arbitration. The course will compare these different legal processes on issues such as jurisdiction, provisional remedies/measures, equal treatment, evidence, and enforcement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4285/LL5285/LL6285/LC5285 International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4287V","ModuleTitle":"ASEAN Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course examines ASEAN’s ongoing metamorphosis into a rules-based, tri-pillared (political-security, economic, and socio-cultural) Community pursuant to the mandate of the 2007 ASEAN Charter. It deals primarily with Law but is also attentive to the Non Law and Quasi Law aspects inherent in ASEAN’s character as an international actor and regional organisation; its purposes and principles; and its operational modalities, processes, and institutions. \n \nStudents will grasp the complexities of ASEAN’s conversion to the rule of law and rule of institutions within the context of international law and its frameworks; national competences and jurisdiction; and regional relations and realpolitik.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4289V","ModuleTitle":"The Evolution of International Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module has three distinctive features. First, it compares international commercial arbitration (ICA) international investment arbitration (ISA). Second, it focuses on the evolution of arbitration, in particular, on the development of the procedures and substantive law that have gradually enabled arbitration to become a meaningfully autonomous legal system. Third, it surveys a variety of explanations for why the arbitral order has evolved as it has – into a more “judicial-like” legal order – focusing on the role of arbitral centres, state regulatory competition, and the reasoning of tribunals in their awards.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. At least one prior course in international law or international arbitration, or taken concurrently","Preclusion":"LL4289/LL5289/LL6289 The Evolution of International Arbitration","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4290V","ModuleTitle":"Legal Research: Method & Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The seminar is designed to prepare students to undertake original, primary research in law. Major topics and questions to be covered include:\r\n- how to write a good literature review and prospectus;\r\n- why one must have a method, or, how are “methods” and\r\n“data collection” related?;\r\n- what is research design?;\r\n- how to avoid, or manage, the problem of “selection bias.”\r\n\r\nA major component of the seminar, students will assess a variety of published papers, as well as research projects presented by the faculty.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4290/LL5290/LL6290 Legal Research: Method & Design","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4313V","ModuleTitle":"Mediation/Conciliation of Inter- & Investor-State Disputes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Recent years have witnessed more state-to-state and investor-state disputes, with a substantial increase in resources spent on binding arbitration. Mediation and conciliation are rarely attempted and more rarely successful. This course introduces the student to methods of mediation and conciliation on the international law plane, and surveys existing institutional regimes (ie, ICSID,\r\nPCA, SIAC). The focus will then turn to identification and critical analysis of the special legal and policy obstacles to voluntary dispute settlement by states (including SOEs), as well as countervailing incentives. The scope is\r\ninternational, with some readings devoted to Asia.  Students will study and critique precedents, and conduct basic mediation/conciliation exercises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. One prior course in international arbitration or public international law, or taken concurrently.","Preclusion":"LL4313/LL5313/LL6313 Mediation/Conciliation of Inter- & Investor-State Disputes","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4316V","ModuleTitle":"Restitution of Unjust Enrichment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is about the law of restitution for unjust enrichment. In particular, it is concerned with when a defendant may be compelled to make restitution to a claimant, because the defendant has been unjustly enriched at the claimant’s expense. It does not cover all of the law relating to gain-based remedies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4316/LL5316/LL6316 Restitution of Unjust Enrichment; LL4051/LL5051/LL6051; LL4051V/LL5051V/LL6051V Principles of Restitution","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4317V","ModuleTitle":"International Arbitration in Asian Centres","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will give the students an in-depth look at how cases proceed under the SIAC, HKIAC and MCIA rules, with some  comparative  coverage  of  the  CIETAC  and  KLRCA rules.    Highlighted  will  be  the  salient  features  of  these arbitral institutional rules including the introduction of cutting edge  procedures  such  as  the  emergency  arbitrator  and expedited arbitration procedures and consolidation/joinder.  The course will also provide a comparative analysis of the arbitral legislative framework in Singapore, Hong Kong and India and offer an in-depth analysis, with case studies, of the role of the courts in Singapore, Hong Kong and India in dealing with specific issues such as challenges to tribunal jurisdiction,  enforcement  and  setting  aside  of  awards. Finally, the course will also look at the peculiar relationship between arbitration and mediation in Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4317/LL5317/LL6317 International Arbitration in Asian Centres","Corequisite":"LL4029/LL5029/LC5262/LL6029;  LL4029V/LL5029V/LC5262V/ LL6029V International  Commercial Arbitration; OR  LL4285/LL5285/LC5285/LL6285;  LL4285V/LL5285V/LC5285V/ LL6285V International  Dispute Settlement ; OR their equivalent at another  University"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4321","ModuleTitle":"Deals: The Economic Structure of Business Transactions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course applies economic concepts to the practice of structuring business transactions. The materials consist of case studies of actual transactions. We will use those case studies to analyze the economics challenges that parties to a deal must address, and to analyse the mechanisms the parties use to address those challenges. The case studies will cover a selection from bond financings, acquisitions, movie financings, product licenses, biotech alliances, venture capital financings, cross-border joint ventures, private equity investments, corporate reorganizations, and more.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4321V/LL5321V/LL6312V Deals: The Economic Structure of Business Transactions \nLL4267/LL5267/LL6267; LL4267V/LL5267V/LL6267V Architecting Deals: A Framework of Private Orderings","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4322","ModuleTitle":"Trade Finance Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Trade Finance Law considers the different legal structures used to effect payment under, and disincentives breaches of, international agreements for the supply of goods and services. The course analyses and compares documentary and standby letters of credit, international drafts and forfaiting, performance bonds and first demand guarantees and export credit guarantees. Key topics will include the structure, juridical nature and obligational content of the aforementioned instruments; the nature of the harmonised regimes and their interaction with domestic law; the principle of strict compliance and its relaxation; documentary and non-documentary forms of recourse; the autonomy principle and its exceptions; and the conflict of laws principles applicable to autonomous payment undertakings. The course should be of interest to students who have already studied other components of international trade and/or who have an interest in international banking operations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. Students should have covered the core private law subjects of Contract, Tort and Trusts.","Preclusion":"LL4322V/LL5322V/LL6322V Trade Finance Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4323","ModuleTitle":"Law of Agency","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to familiarise students with the general law of agency. Agency problems are pervasive throughout the law: they are not confined to professional agents nor even to commercial law.  We all act through and deal with agents the whole time.  In the case of corporations, having no physical personality they can only deal through human agents. Most applications of agency reasoning are in the law of contract, but they also may arise in the law of tort, property and elsewhere.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4323V/LL5323V/LL6323V Law of Agency","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4324","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Trade Mark Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module takes a comparative approach to exploring what is meant by a trade mark, the messages that trade marks communicate and the roles they perform. These are important enquiries because questions of what trade marks do and ought to do have a direct impact on the contours of the law. A major theme will be the relationship between trade marks and brands: to what extent should trade mark law be concerned with protecting brand value? What might a focus on brand value mean for competitors? Is a focus on brand value compatible with the logics of trade mark registration? These questions will be explored by reference to the laws of multiple jurisdictions, most significantly Australia, the EU, Singapore and the USA.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4324V/LL5324V/LL6324V Comparative Trade Mark Law; \nLL4096/LL5096/LL6096; LL4096V/LL5096V/LL6096V International Trademark Law and Policy","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4325","ModuleTitle":"The Int'l Litigation & Procedure of State Disputes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Taught by two public international law practitioners, this course invites participants to develop a more practical and strategic understanding of how a State deals with the various types of disputes it may face. Topics covered includes litigation and procedural considerations in inter-State, investor-State, human rights and international criminal disputes, and cross-cutting considerations like national security privileges, immunities, conflicts of public international law. The course will conclude with a seminar where senior practitioners of public international law share their views and insights on acting as a Government advisor and as an advocate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4325V/LL5325V/LL6325V - The Int’l Litigation & Procedure of State Disputes \n\nLL4285V/LL5285V/LC5285V/LL6285V; \nLL4285/LL5285/LC5285/LL6285 - International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4327V","ModuleTitle":"Mergers and Acquisitions: A Practitioner’s Perspective","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide a practitioner's perspective on the bread and butter of any transactional practice: mergers and acquisitions (M&A) of non-listed, private companies. It will deal with the structuring of an M&A transaction (the why) and the plain vanilla aspects of documentation (the why and how of basic drafting).  \n\nMany new graduates seem to be unable to see the wood for the trees. They arrive as trainees, with a reasonable grounding in the law, but an inability to apply it to real life situations. The practicalities elude them and they seem to want to follow templates without much understanding of the transaction. This course will attempt to give them a working knowledge of the issues to be considered in structuring a transaction. It will also cover the main features of standard documentation (bearing in mind that there is a discernible industry-standard set of documentation in common law countries) to explain why documents are drafted the way they are.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. \nContracts, Property, Equity & Trusts and Company Law.  \nAn ability to engage in discussion in English.","Preclusion":"(1) LL4327/LL5327/LL6327 Mergers and Acquisitions: A Practitioner’s Perspective; \n(2) LL4074/LL5074/LL6074; LL4074V/LL5074V/LL6074V Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A);  \n(3) LL4223/LL5223/LL6223; LL4233V/LL5223V/LL6223V Cross Border Mergers","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4335V","ModuleTitle":"Multinational Enterprises and International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This  module  examines  the  evolving  regime  for  the regulation  and  protection  of  multinational  enterprises (MNEs)  in  international  law.    Although  MNEs  remain creations  of  domestic  law,  the  cross-border  activities  of MNEs  increasingly  come  within  the  scope  of instruments creating  obligations  and/or  rights  in  international  law.    In assessing the challenges faced by states and MNEs alike with respect to such transnational regulation, the module takes  a  rounded  and interdisciplinary  view  of  the  issues involved,  addressing  both  the  commercial  and  social dimensions of MNE action.  In addition to considering the regulatory powers of individual states, developments under international   instruments   on   human   rights,   labour conditions, finance, taxation and investment are addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4335/LL5335/LL6335 Multinational Enterprises and International Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4339","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Evidence in International Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course considers the way that international adjudicators approach fact-finding and factual determinations. The course analyses essential policy questions as to the way legal systems should deal with evidence; considers comparative law perspectives; and aims to integrate these perspectives with practical consideration of the way documents and witnesses are dealt with in international arbitration.  There is no greater divergence between legal families than that pertaining to the treatment of evidence. For international adjudication to meet the needs of participants from all legal families, a proper understanding of comparative approaches and the degree of convergence, is essential to arbitrators and practitioners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4339V/LL5339V/LL6339V Comparative Evidence in International Arbitration","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL4396","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Program","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the opportunity to do a substantial research paper under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The topic for directed research must not have been studied in another course. Students may not do a research paper on a topic if they have previously done a research assignment on that topic for another course. Students interested in doing Directed Research are advised to seek the provisional approval of their proposed supervisor before opting for the subject. Copies of the Directed Research Guidelines are available from the Dean's office or on the Faculty Home Page http://law.nus.edu.sg/ug/dr/index.htm","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"To refer to the guidelines on the UROP form.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4397","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Program","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the opportunity to do a substantial research paper under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The topic for directed research must not have been studied in another course. Students may not do a research paper on a topic if they have previously done a research assignment on that topic for another course. Students interested in doing Directed Research are advised to seek the provisional approval of their proposed supervisor before opting for the subject. Copies of the Directed Research Guidelines are available from the Dean's office or on the Faculty Home Page http://law.nus.edu.sg/ug/dr/index.htm","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"To refer to the guidelines on the UROP form.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4398","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Program","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the opportunity to do a substantial research paper under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The topic for directed research must not have been studied in another course. Students may not do a research paper on a topic if they have previously done a research assignment on that topic for another course. Students interested in doing Directed Research are advised to seek the provisional approval of their proposed supervisor before opting for the subject. Copies of the Directed Research Guidelines are available from the Dean's office or on the Faculty Home Page http://law.nus.edu.sg/ug/dr/index.htm","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"To refer to the guidelines on the UROP form.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4399","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Program","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the opportunity to do a substantial research paper under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. The topic for directed research must not have been studied in another course. Students may not do a research paper on a topic if they have previously done a research assignment on that topic for another course. Students interested in doing Directed Research are advised to seek the provisional approval of their proposed supervisor before opting for the subject. Copies of the Directed Research Guidelines are available from the Dean's office or on the Faculty Home Page http://law.nus.edu.sg/ug/dr/index.htm","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"To refer to the guidelines on the UROP form.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4405B","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Students will first be provided with an overview of what the various intellectual\r\nproperty (IP) rights in Singapore are. Thereafter, this module will launch into the specifics of the main IP rights including copyright, patents and trade marks. For each of these IP rights, selected issues relating to their subsistence (how does it arise; is registration needed; what are the registration criteria) and infringement (what exclusive rights the IP owner has; what defences are available) will be examined very closely. Students will also be encouraged to explore the inter-relationship between these IP rights on specific issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4405A/LL5405A/LL6405A Law of IP & LL4070/LL5070/LC5070/LL6070 Foundations\r\nof IP Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL4407","ModuleTitle":"Law Of Insurance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with the principles and doctrines underpinning the formation and validity of insurance policies. It seeks to help students appreciate concepts of risk management, the protection of commercial businesses assets and the protection of individual lives against unforeseen contingencies and losses that may arise. Topics include the nature of general insurance contracts, formation of insurance contracts, peculiar insurance doctrines such as non disclosure, warranties and subrogation, claims procedure, doctrine of indemnity and measuring your losses, and third party rights. The techniques of successfully claiming under the policy and resisting the insurer's wrongful denial of claims will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-2-0-0-15","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5002V","ModuleTitle":"Admiralty Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce the various concepts relating to the admiralty action in rem, which is the primary means by which a maritime claim is enforced. Topics will include: the nature of an action in rem; the subject matter of admiralty jurisdiction; the invocation of admiralty jurisdiction involving the arrest of offending and sister ships; the procedure for the arrest of ships; liens encountered in admiralty practice: statutory, maritime and possessory liens; the priorities governing maritime claims; and time bars and limitations. This course is essential to persons who intend to practice shipping law.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5002.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5004V","ModuleTitle":"Aviation Law & Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an insight into international civil aviation and the legal and regulatory issues facing airlines, governments and the common passenger. Issues raised include public air law and policy, aviation security in light of recent global developments and private air law. Emphasis will be placed on issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, given Singapore's status as a major aviation hub and the exponential growth of the industry in the Asia-Pacific. Topics to be discussed include the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation, bilateral services agreements, aircraft safety, terrorism and aviation security and carrier liability for death or injury to passengers. Competition among airlines will also be analysed, including business strategies such as code-sharing, frequent flier schemes and alliances. The severe competitive environment introduced by weakening economies, war and terrorism will also be discussed. This course will be relevant for individuals with a keen interest in air travel, and is designed for those interested in joining the aviation industry or large law firms with an aviation practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5004.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5008AV","ModuleTitle":"Carriage of Goods By Sea","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will focus on the different transport documents which are used in contracts for the carriage of goods by sea. This will include bills of lading, sea waybills, delivery orders. The course will examine the rights and liabilities of\r\nthe parties to such contracts, including the shipowner, the charterer, the cargo owner, the lawful holder of the bill of lading etc. Major international conventions on carriage of goods, such as the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules, and the Rotterdam Rules will also be examined. This course is of fundamental importance to those individuals contemplating a career in shipping law and underlines Singapore’s role as a major global port and maritime hub.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken Carriage of Goods By Sea.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5009V","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Legal Tradition And Legal Chinese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is a skills course conducted entirely in Mandarin and is intended for students who possess a knowledge of basic Chinese. Unfamiliarity with Chinese legal materials and inability to comprehend legal Chinese are common disadvantages faced by Singapore lawyers advising clients who do business in China. This course aims to deal with this. Students are given selected Chinese legal articles, statutes, court judgments and other legal documents and instruments to read and are required to undertake simple practice assignments in Chinese. They are expected to be able to explain Chinese legal concepts in Chinese. Aspects of Chinese legal culture will also be covered in the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"(a) NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. (b) Students must have obtained a B4 and above in CL or CL2 (AO Level) or B4 and above in Higher Chinese (HCL or CL1)","Preclusion":"Exchange students from law schools in China and post-graduate students who are graduates of law schools in China are precluded from taking this course for credit.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5021V","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is aimed at giving students an overview of environmental law and its development, including the legal and administrative structures for their implementation, from the international, regional and national perspectives. It will focus on hard laws (legal instruments, statutory laws, international and regional conventions) and soft laws (Declarations, Charters etc.). In particular, it will examine the basic elements of pollution laws relating to air, water, waste, hazardous substances and noise; as well as nature conservation laws and laws governing environmental impact assessments. Singapore's laws and the laws of selected ASEAN countries will be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5022V","ModuleTitle":"Globalization And International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Apart from the instruments of the World Trade Organization, there are other institutions and techniques which regulate international trade.  The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund regulate certain aspects of trade.  There are multilateral instruments which deal with issues such as corruption, ethical business standards, investment protection, competition and the regulation of financial services.  The jurisdictional reach of large powers over international markets also provides means of self-interested regulation.  The international regulation of new technologies such as internet and biotechnology pose novel problems.  This course addresses the issues that arise in this area in the theoretical and political contect of globalization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5022","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5029V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the basic understanding of the law of arbitration to enable them to advise and represent parties in the arbitral process confidence.  Legal concepts peculiar to arbitration viz. separability, arbitrability and kompetenze-kompetenze will considered together with the procedural laws on the conduct of the arbitral process, the making of and the enforcement of awards.  Students will examine the UNCITRAL Model Law and the New York Convention, 1958.  This course is most suited for students with some knowledge of the law of commercial transactions, shipping, banking, international sale of  goods or construction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5029","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5030V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Litigation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Globalisation has made it more important for lawyers to be knowledgeable about the international aspects of litigation. This course focuses on the jurisdictional techniques most relevant to international commercial litigation: in personam jurisdiction, forum non conveniens, interim protective measures, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments, public policy, and an outline of choice of law issues for commercial contracts. The course, taught from the perspective of Singapore law, based largely on the common law, is designed to give an insight into the world of international litigation. These skills are relevant to not only litigation lawyers, but also lawyers planning international transactions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5030","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5031V","ModuleTitle":"International  Environmental Law & Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"International law traditionally concerns itself with the relations between states, yet environmental problems transcend borders. International environmental law demonstrates how international norms can affect national sovereignty on matters of common concern. The course surveys international treaties concerning the atmosphere and the conservation of nature, and connections to trade and economic development. Institutions and principles to promote compliance and cooperation are also examined. The course will assist students in their understanding of international law-making. It would be of use to those interested in careers involving international law, both for the government and public sector and those in international trade and investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5031","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5032V","ModuleTitle":"International Investment Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the nature of risks to foreign investment and the elimination of those risks through legal means. As a prelude, it discusses the different economic theories on foreign investment, the formation of foreign investment contracts and the methods of eliminating potential risks through contractual provisions. It then examines the different types of interferences with foreign investment and looks at the nature of the treaty protection available against such interference. It concludes by examining the different methods of dispute settlement available in the area. The techniques of arbitration of investment disputes available are fully explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5032","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5033V","ModuleTitle":"International Legal Process","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course takes a problem-oriented approach to public international law. Its primary objective is to provide students with an understanding of the basic principles of public international law and a framework for analysing international legal disputes. The focus will be a past problem from the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. This will be used to illustrate the basic principles of public international law applicable in an international dispute. Its second objective is to teach students how to research points of international law and to construct persuasive arguments based on legal precedent, general principles, policy and facts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5033","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5037V","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The sociology of law studies law as a social institution. We will explore the relationships among law, social actors and other social institutions. This is in contrast to the legal academy's formalist approaches that treat law as autonomous and impartial, and jurisprudential concerns about law's morality. We will consider both theoretical and empirical, and classic and contemporary works in sociology of law. Issues covered include: law and classic social theory; law and contemporary social theory; law and power; the social construction of disputes and dispute resolution; law and organizations; legal mobilization; law, collective action, and social change; legal consciousness; and, sociological perspectives on the legal profession.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"For Law Students: NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or its equivalent; For Non-Law Students: Open to students from Arts and Social Sciences with at least 80 MCs.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5037","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5043","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF MARINE INSURANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5045V","ModuleTitle":"Negotiation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is a skills-based workshop and is designed to assist participants in learning about and attaining a basic level of competency as a negotiator. This is particularly important as lawyers commonly engage in negotiation as part of their practice. Topics covered include: Interest-based negotiation vs Position-based negotiation; Preparing for a negotiation; Creating and Claiming Value; and Overcoming Impasse. This workshop is targeted at self-motivated students interested in learning and developing interpersonal and negotiation skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed Negotiation Workshop or its equivalent elsewhere. Not open to incoming exchange students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5049V","ModuleTitle":"Principles Of Conflict Of Laws","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The subject of conflict of laws addresses three questions: Which country should hear the case? What law should be applied? What is the effect of its adjudication in another country? This course includes an outline of jurisdiction and judgments techniques, but will focus on problems in choice of law, and issues in the exclusion of foreign law. Coverage includes problems in contract and torts, and other areas may be selected from time to time. This course is complementary to International Commercial Litigation, but it stands on its own as an introduction to theories and methodologies in the conflict of laws.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5049.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5050V","ModuleTitle":"Public International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This foundational course introduces the student to the nature, major principles, processes and institutions of the international legal system, the relationship between international and domestic law and the role of law in promoting world public order. Students will acquire an understanding of the conceptual issues underlying this discipline and a critical appreciation of how law inter-relates with contemporary world politics, its global, regional and domestic significance. Topics include the creation and status of international law, participation and competence in the international legal system, primary substantive norms such as the law regulating the use of force and enforcement procedures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5050.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5060B","ModuleTitle":"World Trade Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-14","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4199A/LL4199B","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5063V","ModuleTitle":"Business & Finance For Lawyers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"To provide law students who intend to read commercial law electives with a foundation in accounting, finance and other related business concepts.   It covers topics such as interpretation and analysis of standard financial statements, the types of players and instruments in the financial markets and the basic framework of a business investment market.The course will employ a hypothetical simulation where lawyers advise on several proposals involving the acquisition and disposal of assets by a client. The issues covered in the hypothetical will include asset valuation models, financing options and techniques, and compliance with accounting and regulatory frameworks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"(a) NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.  \r\n(b) Company Law or its equivalent in a common law jurisdiction (may be taken concurrently)","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5063.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5064V","ModuleTitle":"Competition Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will examine the competition law and policy framework in Singapore and will introduce students to the three pillars of the legal and regulatory framework:\r\n(i) the prohibition against anti-competitive agreements, \r\n(ii) the prohibition against abuses of market dominance, and \r\n(iii) the regulation of mergers and concentrations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Competition Law courses taught in European, American and Singapore law schools.\r\nStudents who are taking or have taken LL5064","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5067","ModuleTitle":"COMPARATIVE CRIMINAL LAW","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5069V","ModuleTitle":"European Union Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5074","ModuleTitle":"Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The course will begin with an evaluation of the business rationale for M&As and a discussion of the various types of transactions and related terminology. The regulatory issues surrounding these transactions will be analysed through examination of the applicable laws and regulations. The course adopts an nternational comparative perspective, with greater focus on the U.S., U.K. and Singapore. While corporate and securities law issues form the thrust, incidental reference will be made to accounting, tax and competition law considerations. inally, the transactional perspective will consider various\r\nstructuring matters, planning aspects, transaction costs\r\nand impact on various stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Company Law (LC2008) or its equivalent in a common law jurisdiction.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5089V","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Corporate & Securities Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the laws and the relevant legislation governing the main forms of foreign direct investment (FDI) in China such as equity joint ventures, contractual joint ventures, wholly foreign-owned enterprises and limited liability companies.The aim is to provide students with a critical understanding of the FDI regime in China as well as an understanding of the relationship between the FDI governing laws and other general laws so as to provide updated and accurate information and enable proper legal advice to be given in this area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4089.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5094AV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5094BV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5094CV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5094V","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5104V","ModuleTitle":"Jurisprudence","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced-level course which provides an opportunity for rigorous study about the nature of law and broader issues in legal and political theory such as the nature of rights, the nature of justice, and questions about (fair) distribution. The course will examine a range of salient topics related to these issues and will be taught entirely through interactive, discussion-intensive seminars, that will rely heavily on active class participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5104.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5109V","ModuleTitle":"International Law & Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"How does Asia relate to the international community and international law?  The region's rich diversity of states and socieities challenges assumptions of universality and also affects cooperation between states on issues such as human rights violations, environmental harm and the facilitation of freer trade.  Yet a sense of reguinalism within East Asia is growing, with new institutions and mechanisms to deal with these and other contemporary challenges in East Asia.  The seminar will discuss key issues of law and legal approaches in Asia, such as sovereignty, as well as provide for presentations bt students on research subjects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5109.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5111V","ModuleTitle":"International Copyright Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5111.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5135","ModuleTitle":"Patent Law & Practice: Perspectives from the U.S","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce patent law and policy in the United States, and how they relate to other systems of law, primarily U.S. trade secret and antitrust law. The course begins with central legal principles and policies, emphasizing the concepts and skills required of a new lawyer with a working knowledge of patent law. By the end of the course, students will understand the requirements for obtaining protection, the doctrinal elements of an infringement action as well as the various types of defences and remedies available. Students will also gain a practice-oriented perspective of “real-world” issues facing inventors and companies as well as how those issues are consistent with, or in tension with, other interests.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"(1) LL4071/LL5071/LL6071; LL4071V/LL5071V/LL6017V International Patent Law, Policy and Practice; \n(2) LL4405B/LL5405B/LL6405B/LC5405B Law of Intellectual Property (B); \n(3) LL4007/LL5007/LL6007; LL4007V/LL5007V/LL6007V Biotechnology Law;\n(4) LL4076/LL5076/LL6076; LL4076V/LL5076V/LL6076V IT Law I\n(5) LL4135V/LL5135V/LL6135V Patent Law and Practice: Perspectives from the U.S.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5164V","ModuleTitle":"International Projects Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is intended to introduce students to the practice and law relating to international projects and infrastructure. The various methods of procurement and the construction process involved will be reviewed in conjunction with standard forms that are used internationally - such as the FIDIC, JCT and NEC forms, among others. Familiar issues such as defects, time and cost overruns and the implications therefrom (and how these matters are dealt with in an international context) will also be covered.\r\n\r\nThe course will provide students with an understanding of how international projects are procured, planned and administered as well as give an insight into how legal and commercial risks are identified, priced, managed and mitigated.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5164.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5172","ModuleTitle":"JAPANESE CORPORATE LAW & GOVERNANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5177V","ModuleTitle":"Entertainment Law: Pop Iconography & Celebrity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of the course are to (i) examine key aspects of a modern entertainment industry with a focus on the enforcement of intellectual property rights relating to popular iconography in movies, books, fashion and the arts; (ii) critically evaluate claims brought by celebrities, authors, artists and well-known brands in the United States and United Kingdom; (iii) understand the current legal issues concerning the protection of the commercial and dignitary interests of the celebrity. From Naomi Campbell to Tiger Woods, Michael Douglas to Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis, Harry Potter to Seinfeld, Louis Vuitton to Gucci, this course will be analysing the operation of the six prominent causes of action brought by celebrities and rights owners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5177.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5185V","ModuleTitle":"Government Regulations: Law, Policy & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on law, policy and practice in three regulated areas in Singapore: (1) financial markets & sovereign wealth funds; (2) healthcare; and (3) real property. It adopts a cross-disciplinary and practice-related perspective in its examination of competing and overlapping interests and the relevant theories and principles of state regulation driving these fast-developing areas. It also examines the roles, rights and obligations of the Government as a regulator, the government-linked entities as market actors, businesses and individuals, and considers \"market inefficiencies\" relating to accountability, independence, legitimacy and transparency. Students are required to evaluate current substantive law and institutional norms and processes, review comparative models and approaches in other jurisdictions, and propose a model of optimal regulation in one selected area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5197V","ModuleTitle":"Comparative State and Religion in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"How do Southeast Asian constitutions accommodate religion? Is secularism necessary for democracy? Do public religions undermine religious freedom? These are some of the questions we will be engaging with in this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent..","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL5197.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5203","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5203A","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5203B","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5203C","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5214","ModuleTitle":"International and Comparative Oil and Gas Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module explores principles and rules relating to the exploration for, development and production of oil and gas (upstream operations). The main focus of the module is on the examination of different arrangements governing the\r\nlegal relationship between states and international oil companies, such as modern concessions, productionsharing agreements, joint ventures, service and hybrid contracts. The agreements governing the relationships between companies involved in upstream petroleum operations (joint operating and unitisation agreements) will also be examined. The module will further explore the\r\nissues of dispute settlement, expropriation, stability of contracts and a relevant international institutional and legal framework.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5219","ModuleTitle":"The Trial of Jesus in Western Legal Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The Trial of Jesusis an excellent case for students to learn how to conduct non-practical studies of legal and normative issues. It is, arguably, the most consequential\r\nlegal event in the evolution of Western Civilization. We will examine the historical, political, and legal background to the Trial, and, especially, the procedural propriety of\r\nthe Trial. Questions to be explored include: Were hisprocedural rights preserved during his trial before the Sanhedrin? Was histrial a miscarriage of justice? Through\r\nreflecting upon these and other questions, we will explore if and how thistrialshaped the Western culture. \r\n\r\nThis module is also concerned with the ‘method’ or ‘process’ of how students digest and integrate ’substance’ or‘content’. Thus,there is emphasis on the significance of understanding and clarifying, the complexity of each and every problem, and not only the importance of offering, or trying to offer, a clever solution to it.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5226","ModuleTitle":"Multimodal Transport Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Other than the traditional unimodal contract of carriage, a multimodal contract of carriage requires more than one modality to perform the carriage. Think of a shipment of steel coils, traveling per train from Germany to the Netherlands, then by sea to Singapore where the last stretch to the end receiver is performed by truck. The course deals with all the legal aspects of such a multimodal contract of carriage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5244V","ModuleTitle":"CRIMINAL PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The administration of criminal justice in Singapore relies on an ethical, professional and skilled disposition and management of criminal cases. A good criminal practitioner needs a sound grounding in criminal law and criminal procedure, and a strong base of written and oral advocacy and communication skills. This is an experiential course that takes students through a case from taking instructions all the way through to an appeal, using the structure of the criminal process to teach criminal law, procedure and advocacy skills. Taught primarily by criminal law practitioners, this course will give an insight into the realities of criminal practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUS Core Law Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students taking this module will be precluded from LL4208/LL5208/LL6208 & LL4208V/LL5208V/LL6208V ACLP, and vice versa.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5254V","ModuleTitle":"Developing State in a Changing World Order","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the changing role of developing countries in a changing international order. It does so by adopting an approach that combines history, theory, and doctrine. The course will examine the historical origins of the contemporary international legal system, and the theoretical debates that have accompanied its evolution, focusing in particular on relations between the Western and non-Western worlds. It will then examine selected topics of international law that are of current significancethese may include international human rights law, the law relating to the use of force, the international law of trade and foreign investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5276","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Contract Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Contract Law invites students to examine selected topics from contract law in greater detail and conceptual depth. Questions include:\r\n- What does contractual intention mean?\r\n- Should the doctrine of consideration be abolished?\r\n- Should promissory estoppel be a sword?\r\n- What is the justification for mitigation and remoteness?\r\n- What should be the aim of remedies for breach?\r\n- Should account of profits be available?\r\n- How should contracts be interpreted?\r\n- When should terms be implied?\r\n- Should substantive unfairness be controlled`?\r\n- How does and how should the law deal with change of circumstances?\r\n- How should we understand the vitiating factors?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-8-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent Contract Law","Preclusion":"Philosophical Foundations of Contract Law\r\nLL4187/LL5187/LL6187\r\nLL4187V/LL5187V/LL6187V","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5277V","ModuleTitle":"Medical Law and Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the tools necessary for students to develop and reflect critically upon contemporary ethical and legal issues in medicine and the biosciences. Its substantive content includes and introduction to medical\r\nethics and medical law, health care in Singapore (presented comparatively with select jurisdictions, such as the UK and the USA), and professional regulation. The following key areas will be considered:\r\n- Professional regulation and good governance of medicines;\r\n- Genetics and reproductive technologies (including abortion and pre-natal harm);\r\n- Mental health;\r\n- Regulation of Human Biomedical Research;\r\n- Innovative treatment and clinical research;\r\n- Infectious Diseases;\r\n- Organ transplantation; and\r\n- End-of-life concerns (e.g. advance care plan and advance directive, discontinuation of life sustaining treatment, etc.).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have read LL4400/LL5400/LL6400 BIOMEDICAL LAW & ETHICS are precluded.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5278V","ModuleTitle":"Trade and Investment Law in the Asia-Pacific","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Alongside the European Union the Asia-Pacific is becoming the central arena for trade and investment and its contestation within the world today. This module examines the global, regional and bilateral frameworks governing trade, investment, competition and migration across this region. It has three components. The first looks at how different organisations and regimes – the WTO, ASEAN, ASEAN Plus Agreements, BITS, NAFTA and Closer Economic Relations – interact to govern the region and the attempts to reform this, most notably through the TransPacific Partnership Process. The second looks at the detailed laws and processes governing trade in goods and services and investment. The final section looks at a number of further key policies: intellectual property, competition, the professions, and migration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Public International Law: LL4050; LL5050; LL6050; LC5050 / LL4050V; LL5050V; LL6050V; LC5050V"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5283V","ModuleTitle":"Artificial Intelligence, Information Science & Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Advancements in computer science have made it possible to deploy information technology to address legal problems. Improved legal searches, fraud detection, electronic discovery, digital rights management, and automated takedowns are only the beginning. We are beginning to see natural language processing, machine learning and data mining technologies deployed in contract formation, electronic surveillance, autonomous machines and even decision making. This course examines the basis behind these technologies, deploys them in basic scenarios, studies the reasons for their acceptance or rejection, and analyses them for their benefits, limitations and dangers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent\nInformation Technology Law I [LL4076/LL5076/LL6076;\nLL4076V/LL5076V/LL6076V] or Information Technology Law II\n[LL4077/LL5077/LL6077; LL4077V/LL5077V/LL6077V]\n\nGCE “A” Level Mathematics (at least), with basic understanding of\nprobability theory and linear algebra \nProgramming skills in e.g. MatLab/Octave/Java/Python/R is a bonus.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5285V","ModuleTitle":"International Dispute Settlement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will explore key legal questions related to\ninternational dispute settlement with a view to providing a\nbroad overview of the field with respect to State-to-State,\nInvestor-State, and commercial disputes. This course will\ninclude a discussion of the various types of international\ndisputes and settlement mechanisms available for their\nresolution. It will explore the law pertaining to dispute\nsettlement before the ICJ, WTO, ITLOS, as well as\ninternational arbitration, both Investor-State arbitration and\ncommercial arbitration. The course will compare these\ndifferent legal processes on issues such as jurisdiction,\nprovisional remedies/measures, equal treatment,\nevidence, and enforcement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4285/LL5285/LL6285/LC5285 International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5287V","ModuleTitle":"ASEAN Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course examines ASEAN’s ongoing metamorphosis into a rules-based, tri-pillared (political-security, economic, and socio-cultural) Community pursuant to the mandate of the 2007 ASEAN Charter. It deals primarily with Law but is also attentive to the Non Law and Quasi Law aspects inherent in ASEAN’s character as an international actor and regional organisation; its purposes and principles; and its operational modalities, processes, and institutions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5289V","ModuleTitle":"The Evolution of International Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module has three distinctive features. First, it compares international commercial arbitration (ICA) international investment arbitration (ISA). Second, it focuses on the evolution of arbitration, in particular, on the development of the procedures and substantive law that have gradually enabled arbitration to become a meaningfully autonomous legal system. Third, it surveys a variety of explanations for why the arbitral order has evolved as it has – into a more “judicial-like” legal order – focusing on the role of arbitral centres, state regulatory competition, and the reasoning of tribunals in their awards.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. At least one prior course in international law or international arbitration, or taken concurrently","Preclusion":"LL4289/LL5289/LL6289 The Evolution of International Arbitration","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5313V","ModuleTitle":"Mediation/Conciliation of Inter- & Investor-State Disputes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Recent years have witnessed more state-to-state and investor-state disputes, with a substantial increase in resources spent on binding arbitration. Mediation and conciliation are rarely attempted and more rarely successful. This course introduces the student to methods of mediation and conciliation on the international law plane, and surveys existing institutional regimes (ie, ICSID,\r\nPCA, SIAC). The focus will then turn to identification and critical analysis of the special legal and policy obstacles to voluntary dispute settlement by states (including SOEs), as well as countervailing incentives. The scope is international, with some readings devoted to Asia. Students will study and critique precedents, and conduct basic mediation/conciliation exercises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. One prior course in international arbitration or public international law, or taken concurrently.","Preclusion":"LL4313/LL5313/LL6313 Mediation/Conciliation of Inter- & Investor-State Disputes","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5316V","ModuleTitle":"Restitution of Unjust Enrichment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is about the law of restitution for unjust enrichment. In particular, it is concerned with when a defendant may be compelled to make restitution to a claimant, because the defendant has been unjustly enriched at the claimant’s expense. It does not cover all of the law relating to gain-based remedies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4316/LL5316/LL6316 Restitution of Unjust Enrichment; LL4051/LL5051/LL6051; LL4051V/LL5051V/LL6051V Principles of Restitution","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5317V","ModuleTitle":"International Arbitration in Asian Centres","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will give the students an in-depth look at how cases proceed under the SIAC, HKIAC and MCIA rules, with some  comparative  coverage  of  the  CIETAC  and  KLRCA rules.    Highlighted  will  be  the  salient  features  of  these arbitral institutional rules including the introduction of cutting edge  procedures  such  as  the  emergency  arbitrator  and expedited arbitration procedures and consolidation/joinder.  The course will also provide a comparative analysis of the arbitral legislative framework in Singapore, Hong Kong and India and offer an in-depth analysis, with case studies, of the role of the courts in Singapore, Hong Kong and India in dealing with specific issues such as challenges to tribunal jurisdiction,  enforcement  and  setting  aside  of  awards. Finally, the course will also look at the peculiar relationship between arbitration and mediation in Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4317/LL5317/LL6317 International Arbitration in Asian Centres","Corequisite":"LL4029/LL5029/LC5262/LL6029;  LL4029V/LL5029V/LC5262V/ LL6029V International  Commercial Arbitration; OR  LL4285/LL5285/LC5285/LL6285;  LL4285V/LL5285V/LC5285V/ LL6285V International  Dispute Settlement ; OR their equivalent at another  University"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5321","ModuleTitle":"Deals: The Economic Structure of Business Transactions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course applies economic concepts to the practice of structuring business transactions. The materials consist of case studies of actual transactions. We will use those case studies to analyze the economics challenges that parties to a deal must address, and to analyse the mechanisms the parties use to address those challenges. The case studies will cover a selection from bond financings, acquisitions, movie financings, product licenses, biotech alliances, venture capital financings, cross-border joint ventures, private equity investments, corporate reorganizations, and more.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4321V/LL5321V/LL6312V Deals: The Economic Structure of Business Transactions \nLL4267/LL5267/LL6267; LL4267V/LL5267V/LL6267V Architecting Deals: A Framework of Private Orderings","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5322","ModuleTitle":"Trade Finance Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Trade Finance Law considers the different legal structures used to effect payment under, and disincentives breaches of, international agreements for the supply of goods and services. The course analyses and compares documentary and standby letters of credit, international drafts and forfaiting, performance bonds and first demand guarantees and export credit guarantees. Key topics will include the structure, juridical nature and obligational content of the aforementioned instruments; the nature of the harmonised regimes and their interaction with domestic law; the principle of strict compliance and its relaxation; documentary and non-documentary forms of recourse; the autonomy principle and its exceptions; and the conflict of laws principles applicable to autonomous payment undertakings. The course should be of interest to students who have already studied other components of international trade and/or who have an interest in international banking operations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. Students should have covered the core private law subjects of Contract, Tort and Trusts.","Preclusion":"LL4322V/LL5322V/LL6322V Trade Finance Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5323","ModuleTitle":"Law of Agency","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to familiarise students with the general law of agency. Agency problems are pervasive throughout the law: they are not confined to professional agents nor even to commercial law.  We all act through and deal with agents the whole time.  In the case of corporations, having no physical personality they can only deal through human agents. Most applications of agency reasoning are in the law of contract, but they also may arise in the law of tort, property and elsewhere.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4323V/LL5323V/LL6323V Law of Agency","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5324","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Trade Mark Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module takes a comparative approach to exploring what is meant by a trade mark, the messages that trade marks communicate and the roles they perform. These are important enquiries because questions of what trade marks do and ought to do have a direct impact on the contours of the law. A major theme will be the relationship between trade marks and brands: to what extent should trade mark law be concerned with protecting brand value? What might a focus on brand value mean for competitors? Is a focus on brand value compatible with the logics of trade mark registration? These questions will be explored by reference to the laws of multiple jurisdictions, most significantly Australia, the EU, Singapore and the USA.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4324V/LL5324V/LL6324V Comparative Trade Mark Law; \nLL4096/LL5096/LL6096; LL4096V/LL5096V/LL6096V International Trademark Law and Policy","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5325","ModuleTitle":"The Int'l Litigation & Procedure of State Disputes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Taught by two public international law practitioners, this course invites participants to develop a more practical and strategic understanding of how a State deals with the various types of disputes it may face. Topics covered includes litigation and procedural considerations in inter-State, investor-State, human rights and international criminal disputes, and cross-cutting considerations like national security privileges, immunities, conflicts of public international law. The course will conclude with a seminar where senior practitioners of public international law share their views and insights on acting as a Government advisor and as an advocate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4325V/LL5325V/LL6325V - The Int’l Litigation & Procedure of State Disputes \n\nLL4285V/LL5285V/LC5285V/LL6285V; \nLL4285/LL5285/LC5285/LL6285 - International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5327V","ModuleTitle":"Mergers and Acquisitions: A Practitioner’s Perspective","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide a practitioner's perspective on the bread and butter of any transactional practice: mergers and acquisitions (M&A) of non-listed, private companies. It will deal with the structuring of an M&A transaction (the why) and the plain vanilla aspects of documentation (the why and how of basic drafting).  \n\nMany new graduates seem to be unable to see the wood for the trees. They arrive as trainees, with a reasonable grounding in the law, but an inability to apply it to real life situations. The practicalities elude them and they seem to want to follow templates without much understanding of the transaction. This course will attempt to give them a working knowledge of the issues to be considered in structuring a transaction. It will also cover the main features of standard documentation (bearing in mind that there is a discernible industry-standard set of documentation in common law countries) to explain why documents are drafted the way they are.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. \nContracts, Property, Equity & Trusts and Company Law.  \nAn ability to engage in discussion in English.","Preclusion":"(1) LL4327/LL5327/LL6327 Mergers and Acquisitions: A Practitioner’s Perspective; \n(2) LL4074/LL5074/LL6074; LL4074V/LL5074V/LL6074V Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A);  \n(3) LL4223/LL5223/LL6223; LL4233V/LL5223V/LL6223V Cross Border Mergers","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5335V","ModuleTitle":"Multinational Enterprises and International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This  module  examines  the  evolving  regime  for  the regulation  and  protection  of  multinational  enterprises (MNEs)  in  international  law.    Although  MNEs  remain creations  of  domestic  law,  the  cross-border  activities  of MNEs  increasingly  come  within  the  scope  of instruments creating  obligations  and/or  rights  in  international  law.    In assessing the challenges faced by states and MNEs alike with respect to such transnational regulation, the module takes  a  rounded  and interdisciplinary  view  of  the  issues involved,  addressing  both  the  commercial  and  social dimensions of MNE action.  In addition to considering the regulatory powers of individual states, developments under international   instruments   on   human   rights,   labour conditions, finance, taxation and investment are addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4335/LL5335/LL6335 Multinational Enterprises and International Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5339","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Evidence in International Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course considers the way that international adjudicators approach fact-finding and factual determinations. The course analyses essential policy questions as to the way legal systems should deal with evidence; considers comparative law perspectives; and aims to integrate these perspectives with practical consideration of the way documents and witnesses are dealt with in international arbitration.  There is no greater divergence between legal families than that pertaining to the treatment of evidence. For international adjudication to meet the needs of participants from all legal families, a proper understanding of comparative approaches and the degree of convergence, is essential to arbitrators and practitioners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4339V/LL5339V/LL6339V Comparative Evidence in International Arbitration","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5396","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5396V","ModuleTitle":"International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students enrolled in the LLM (IADR) degree with the opportunity to do a substantial research paper not exceeding 10,000 words under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. Students\r\nmay not do a directed research on topics that they have studied in other courses or have previously done research assignments on. Students interested in doing the Directed Research are advised to seek the provisional approval of their proposed supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"LC5262V/LL4029V/LL5029V/LL6029V & LC5285V/LL4285V/LL5285V/LL6285V"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5397","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5397V","ModuleTitle":"International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students enrolled in the LLM (IADR) degree with the opportunity to do a substantial research paper not exceeding 10,000 words under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. Students\r\nmay not do a directed research on topics that they have studied in other courses or have previously done research assignments on. Students interested in doing the Directed Research are advised to seek the provisional approval of their proposed supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"LC5262V/LL4029V/LL5029V/LL6029V & LC5285V/LL4285V/LL5285V/LL6285V"},{"ModuleCode":"LL5398","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5399","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5405B","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL5407","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF INSURANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6002V","ModuleTitle":"Admiralty Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce the various concepts relating to the admiralty action in rem, which is the primary means by which a maritime claim is enforced. Topics will include: the nature of an action in rem; the subject matter of admiralty jurisdiction; the invocation of admiralty jurisdiction involving the arrest of offending and sister ships; the procedure for the arrest of ships; liens encountered in admiralty practice: statutory, maritime and possessory liens; the priorities governing maritime claims; and time bars and limitations. This course is essential to persons who intend to practice shipping law.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6002.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6004V","ModuleTitle":"Aviation Law & Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an insight into international civil aviation and the legal and regulatory issues facing airlines, governments and the common passenger. Issues raised include public air law and policy, aviation security in light of recent global developments and private air law. Emphasis will be placed on issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, given Singapore's status as a major aviation hub and the exponential growth of the industry in the Asia-Pacific. Topics to be discussed include the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation, bilateral services agreements, aircraft safety, terrorism and aviation security and carrier liability for death or injury to passengers. Competition among airlines will also be analysed, including business strategies such as code-sharing, frequent flier schemes and alliances. The severe competitive environment introduced by weakening economies, war and terrorism will also be discussed. This course will be relevant for individuals with a keen interest in air travel, and is designed for those interested in joining the aviation industry or large law firms with an aviation practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6004.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6008AV","ModuleTitle":"Carriage of Goods By Sea","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will focus on the different transport documents which are used in contracts for the carriage of goods by sea. This will include bills of lading, sea waybills, delivery orders. The course will examine the rights and liabilities of\r\nthe parties to such contracts, including the shipowner, the charterer, the cargo owner, the lawful holder of the bill of lading etc. Major international conventions on carriage of goods, such as the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules, and the Rotterdam Rules will also be examined. This course is of fundamental importance to those individuals contemplating a career in shipping law and underlines Singapore’s role as a major global port and maritime hub.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken Carriage of Goods by Sea.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6009V","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Legal Tradition And Legal Chinese","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is a skills course conducted entirely in Mandarin and is intended for students who possess a knowledge of basic Chinese. Unfamiliarity with Chinese legal materials and inability to comprehend legal Chinese are common disadvantages faced by Singapore lawyers advising clients who do business in China. This course aims to deal with this. Students are given selected Chinese legal articles, statutes, court judgments and other legal documents and instruments to read and are required to undertake simple practice assignments in Chinese. They are expected to be able to explain Chinese legal concepts in Chinese. Aspects of Chinese legal culture will also be covered in the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"(a) NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. (b) Students must have obtained a B4 and above in CL or CL2 (AO Level) or B4 and above in Higher Chinese (HCL or CL1)","Preclusion":"Exchange students from law schools in China and post-graduate students who are graduates of law schools in China are precluded from taking this course for credit.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6021V","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is aimed at giving students an overview of environmental law and its development, including the legal and administrative structures for their implementation, from the international, regional and national perspectives. It will focus on hard laws (legal instruments, statutory laws, international and regional conventions) and soft laws (Declarations, Charters etc.). In particular, it will examine the basic elements of pollution laws relating to air, water, waste, hazardous substances and noise; as well as nature conservation laws and laws governing environmental impact assessments. Singapore's laws and the laws of selected ASEAN countries will be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6022V","ModuleTitle":"Globalization And International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Apart from the instruments of the World Trade Organization, there are other institutions and techniques which regulate international trade.  The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund regulate certain aspects of trade.  There are multilateral instruments which deal with issues such as corruption, ethical business standards, investment protection, competition and the regulation of financial services.  The jurisdictional reach of large powers over international markets also provides means of self-interested regulation.  The international regulation of new technologies such as internet and biotechnology pose novel problems.  This course addresses the issues that arise in this area in the theoretical and political contect of globalization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6022","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6029V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the basic understanding of the law of arbitration to enable them to advise and represent parties in the arbitral process confidence.  Legal concepts peculiar to arbitration viz. separability, arbitrability and kompetenze-kompetenze will considered together with the procedural laws on the conduct of the arbitral process, the making of and the enforcement of awards.  Students will examine the UNCITRAL Model Law and the New York Convention, 1958.  This course is most suited for students with some knowledge of the law of commercial transactions, shipping, banking, international sale of  goods or construction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6029","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6030V","ModuleTitle":"International Commercial Litigation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Globalisation has made it more important for lawyers to be knowledgeable about the international aspects of litigation. This course focuses on the jurisdictional techniques most relevant to international commercial litigation: in personam jurisdiction, forum non conveniens, interim protective measures, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments, public policy, and an outline of choice of law issues for commercial contracts. The course, taught from the perspective of Singapore law, based largely on the common law, is designed to give an insight into the world of international litigation. These skills are relevant to not only litigation lawyers, but also lawyers planning international transactions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6030","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6031V","ModuleTitle":"International  Environmental Law & Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"International law traditionally concerns itself with the relations between states, yet environmental problems transcend borders. International environmental law demonstrates how international norms can affect national sovereignty on matters of common concern. The course surveys international treaties concerning the atmosphere and the conservation of nature, and connections to trade and economic development. Institutions and principles to promote compliance and cooperation are also examined. The course will assist students in their understanding of international law-making. It would be of use to those interested in careers involving international law, both for the government and public sector and those in international trade and investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6031","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6032V","ModuleTitle":"International Investment Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the nature of risks to foreign investment and the elimination of those risks through legal means. As a prelude, it discusses the different economic theories on foreign investment, the formation of foreign investment contracts and the methods of eliminating potential risks through contractual provisions. It then examines the different types of interferences with foreign investment and looks at the nature of the treaty protection available against such interference. It concludes by examining the different methods of dispute settlement available in the area. The techniques of arbitration of investment disputes available are fully explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6032","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6033V","ModuleTitle":"International Legal Process","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course takes a problem-oriented approach to public international law. Its primary objective is to provide students with an understanding of the basic principles of public international law and a framework for analysing international legal disputes. The focus will be a past problem from the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. This will be used to illustrate the basic principles of public international law applicable in an international dispute. Its second objective is to teach students how to research points of international law and to construct persuasive arguments based on legal precedent, general principles, policy and facts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6033","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6037V","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The sociology of law studies law as a social institution. We will explore the relationships among law, social actors and other social institutions. This is in contrast to the legal academy's formalist approaches that treat law as autonomous and impartial, and jurisprudential concerns about law's morality. We will consider both theoretical and empirical, and classic and contemporary works in sociology of law. Issues covered include: law and classic social theory; law and contemporary social theory; law and power; the social construction of disputes and dispute resolution; law and organizations; legal mobilization; law, collective action, and social change; legal consciousness; and, sociological perspectives on the legal profession.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"For Law Students: NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or its equivalent; For Non-Law Students: Open to students from Arts and Social Sciences with at least 80 MCs.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4037","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6043","ModuleTitle":"Law Of Marine Insurance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6045V","ModuleTitle":"Negotiation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is a skills-based workshop and is designed to assist participants in learning about and attaining a basic level of competency as a negotiator. This is particularly important as lawyers commonly engage in negotiation as part of their practice. Topics covered include: Interest-based negotiation vs Position-based negotiation; Preparing for a negotiation; Creating and Claiming Value; and Overcoming Impasse. This workshop is targeted at self-motivated students interested in learning and developing interpersonal and negotiation skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed Negotiation Workshop or its equivalent elsewhere. Not open to incoming exchange students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6049V","ModuleTitle":"Principles Of Conflict Of Laws","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The subject of conflict of laws addresses three questions: Which country should hear the case? What law should be applied? What is the effect of its adjudication in another country? This course includes an outline of jurisdiction and judgments techniques, but will focus on problems in choice of law, and issues in the exclusion of foreign law. Coverage includes problems in contract and torts, and other areas may be selected from time to time. This course is complementary to International Commercial Litigation, but it stands on its own as an introduction to theories and methodologies in the conflict of laws.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6049.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6050V","ModuleTitle":"Public International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This foundational course introduces the student to the nature, major principles, processes and institutions of the international legal system, the relationship between international and domestic law and the role of law in promoting world public order. Students will acquire an understanding of the conceptual issues underlying this discipline and a critical appreciation of how law inter-relates with contemporary world politics, its global, regional and domestic significance. Topics include the creation and status of international law, participation and competence in the international legal system, primary substantive norms such as the law regulating the use of force and enforcement procedures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6050.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6060B","ModuleTitle":"World Trade Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4199A/LL4199B","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6063V","ModuleTitle":"Business & Finance For Lawyers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"To provide law students who intend to read commercial law electives with a foundation in accounting, finance and other related business concepts.   It covers topics such as interpretation and analysis of standard financial statements, the types of players and instruments in the financial markets and the basic framework of a business investment market.The course will employ a hypothetical simulation where lawyers advise on several proposals involving the acquisition and disposal of assets by a client. The issues covered in the hypothetical will include asset valuation models, financing options and techniques, and compliance with accounting and regulatory frameworks.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"(a) NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.  \r\n(b) Company Law or its equivalent in a common law jurisdiction (may be taken concurrently)","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6063.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6064V","ModuleTitle":"Competition Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will examine the competition law and policy framework in Singapore and will introduce students to the three pillars of the legal and regulatory framework:\r\n(i) the prohibition against anti-competitive agreements, \r\n(ii) the prohibition against abuses of market dominance, and \r\n(iii) the regulation of mergers and concentrations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Competition Law courses taught in European, American and Singapore law schools.\r\nStudents who are taking or have taken LL6064.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6067","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Criminal Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6069V","ModuleTitle":"European Union Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6074","ModuleTitle":"Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The course will begin with an evaluation of the business rationale for M&As and a discussion of the various types of transactions and related terminology. The regulatory issues surrounding these transactions will be analysed through examination of the applicable laws and regulations. The course adopts an nternational comparative perspective, with greater focus on the U.S., U.K. and Singapore. While corporate and securities law issues form the thrust, incidental reference will be made to accounting, tax and competition law considerations. inally, the transactional perspective will consider various\r\nstructuring matters, planning aspects, transaction costs\r\nand impact on various stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6089V","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Corporate & Securities Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the laws and the relevant legislation governing the main forms of foreign direct investment (FDI) in China such as equity joint ventures, contractual joint ventures, wholly foreign-owned enterprises and limited liability companies.The aim is to provide students with a critical understanding of the FDI regime in China as well as an understanding of the relationship between the FDI governing laws and other general laws so as to provide updated and accurate information and enable proper legal advice to be given in this area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL4089.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6094AV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6094BV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6094CV","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6094V","ModuleTitle":"Law & Practice - The Law Clinic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Clinical Legal Education (CLE) is the acquisition and development of legal skills through working on live cases under the supervision of qualified lawyers.  Developed as an extension to the NUS Legal Skills Programme, the NUS CLE programme has a strong pro bono emphasis.  Students will undertake legal work including civil and family litigation through the Legal Aid Bureau; criminal defence; and transactional, structuring, and governance advice for social service organisations, charities and NGOs.  Clinical staff with teaching and practice experience supervise students individually.  This course is offered through the year in tranches, including during university vacation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.\nNUS Legal Skills Programme or equivalent, in particular, Legal Analysis, Research and Communication or its equivalent. Singapore Legal System or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have been in practice as qualified lawyers in the local or other jurisdictions are precluded.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6104V","ModuleTitle":"Jurisprudence","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced-level course which provides an opportunity for rigorous study about the nature of law and broader issues in legal and political theory such as the nature of rights, the nature of justice, and questions about (fair) distribution. The course will examine a range of salient topics related to these issues and will be taught entirely through interactive, discussion-intensive seminars, that will rely heavily on active class participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6104.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6109V","ModuleTitle":"International Law & Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"How does Asia relate to the international community and international law?  The region's rich diversity of states and socieities challenges assumptions of universality and also affects cooperation between states on issues such as human rights violations, environmental harm and the facilitation of freer trade.  Yet a sense of reguinalism within East Asia is growing, with new institutions and mechanisms to deal with these and other contemporary challenges in East Asia.  The seminar will discuss key issues of law and legal approaches in Asia, such as sovereignty, as well as provide for presentations bt students on research subjects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6109.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6111V","ModuleTitle":"International Copyright Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6111.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6135","ModuleTitle":"Patent Law & Practice: Perspectives from the U.S","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce patent law and policy in the United States, and how they relate to other systems of law, primarily U.S. trade secret and antitrust law. The course begins with central legal principles and policies, emphasizing the concepts and skills required of a new lawyer with a working knowledge of patent law. By the end of the course, students will understand the requirements for obtaining protection, the doctrinal elements of an infringement action as well as the various types of defences and remedies available. Students will also gain a practice-oriented perspective of “real-world” issues facing inventors and companies as well as how those issues are consistent with, or in tension with, other interests.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"(1) LL4071/LL5071/LL6071; LL4071V/LL5071V/LL6017V International Patent Law, Policy and Practice; \n(2) LL4405B/LL5405B/LL6405B/LC5405B Law of Intellectual Property (B); \n(3) LL4007/LL5007/LL6007; LL4007V/LL5007V/LL6007V Biotechnology Law;\n(4) LL4076/LL5076/LL6076; LL4076V/LL5076V/LL6076V IT Law I\n(5) LL4135V/LL5135V/LL6135V Patent Law and Practice: Perspectives from the U.S.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6164V","ModuleTitle":"International Projects Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is intended to introduce students to the practice and law relating to international projects and infrastructure. The various methods of procurement and the construction process involved will be reviewed in conjunction with standard forms that are used internationally - such as the FIDIC, JCT and NEC forms, among others. Familiar issues such as defects, time and cost overruns and the implications therefrom (and how these matters are dealt with in an international context) will also be covered.\r\n\r\nThe course will provide students with an understanding of how international projects are procured, planned and administered as well as give an insight into how legal and commercial risks are identified, priced, managed and mitigated.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6164.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6172","ModuleTitle":"Japanese Corporate Law & Governance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6177V","ModuleTitle":"Entertainment Law: Pop Iconography & Celebrity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of the course are to (i) examine key aspects of a modern entertainment industry with a focus on the enforcement of intellectual property rights relating to popular iconography in movies, books, fashion and the arts; (ii) critically evaluate claims brought by celebrities, authors, artists and well-known brands in the United States and United Kingdom; (iii) understand the current legal issues concerning the protection of the commercial and dignitary interests of the celebrity. From Naomi Campbell to Tiger Woods, Michael Douglas to Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis, Harry Potter to Seinfeld, Louis Vuitton to Gucci, this course will be analysing the operation of the six prominent causes of action brought by celebrities and rights owners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6177.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6185V","ModuleTitle":"Government Regulations: Law, Policy & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on law, policy and practice in three regulated areas in Singapore: (1) financial markets & sovereign wealth funds; (2) healthcare; and (3) real property. It adopts a cross-disciplinary and practice-related perspective in its examination of competing and overlapping interests and the relevant theories and principles of state regulation driving these fast-developing areas. It also examines the roles, rights and obligations of the Government as a regulator, the government-linked entities as market actors, businesses and individuals, and considers \"market inefficiencies\" relating to accountability, independence, legitimacy and transparency. Students are required to evaluate current substantive law and institutional norms and processes, review comparative models and approaches in other jurisdictions, and propose a model of optimal regulation in one selected area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6197V","ModuleTitle":"Comparative State and Religion in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"How do Southeast Asian constitutions accommodate religion? Is secularism necessary for democracy? Do public religions undermine religious freedom? These are some of the questions we will be engaging with in this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent..","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LL6197.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6203","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6203A","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6203B","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6203C","ModuleTitle":"International Moots and Other Competitions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6214","ModuleTitle":"International and Comparative Oil and Gas Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module explores principles and rules relating to the exploration for, development and production of oil and gas (upstream operations). The main focus of the module is on the examination of different arrangements governing the\r\nlegal relationship between states and international oil companies, such as modern concessions, productionsharing agreements, joint ventures, service and hybrid contracts. The agreements governing the relationships between companies involved in upstream petroleum operations (joint operating and unitisation agreements) will also be examined. The module will further explore the\r\nissues of dispute settlement, expropriation, stability of contracts and a relevant international institutional and legal framework.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6219","ModuleTitle":"The Trial of Jesus in Western Legal Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The Trial of Jesusis an excellent case for students to learn how to conduct non-practical studies of legal and normative issues. It is, arguably, the most consequential\r\nlegal event in the evolution of Western Civilization. We will examine the historical, political, and legal background to the Trial, and, especially, the procedural propriety of\r\nthe Trial. Questions to be explored include: Were hisprocedural rights preserved during his trial before the Sanhedrin? Was histrial a miscarriage of justice? Through\r\nreflecting upon these and other questions, we will explore if and how thistrialshaped the Western culture. \r\n\r\nThis module is also concerned with the ‘method’ or ‘process’ of how students digest and integrate ’substance’ or‘content’. Thus,there is emphasis on the significance of understanding and clarifying, the complexity of each and every problem, and not only the importance of offering, or trying to offer, a clever solution to it.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6226","ModuleTitle":"Multimodal Transport Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Other than the traditional unimodal contract of carriage, a multimodal contract of carriage requires more than one modality to perform the carriage. Think of a shipment of steel coils, traveling per train from Germany to the Netherlands, then by sea to Singapore where the last stretch to the end receiver is performed by truck. The course deals with all the legal aspects of such a multimodal contract of carriage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6244V","ModuleTitle":"CRIMINAL PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The administration of criminal justice in Singapore relies on an ethical, professional and skilled disposition and management of criminal cases. A good criminal practitioner needs a sound grounding in criminal law and criminal procedure, and a strong base of written and oral advocacy and communication skills. This is an experiential course that takes students through a case from taking instructions all the way through to an appeal, using the structure of the criminal process to teach criminal law, procedure and advocacy skills. Taught primarily by criminal law practitioners, this course will give an insight into the realities of criminal practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUS Core Law Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Students taking this module will be precluded from LL4208/LL5208/LL6208 & LL4208V/LL5208V/LL6208V ACLP, and vice versa.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6254V","ModuleTitle":"Developing State in a Changing World Order","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the changing role of developing countries in a changing international order. It does so by adopting an approach that combines history, theory, and doctrine. The course will examine the historical origins of the contemporary international legal system, and the theoretical debates that have accompanied its evolution, focusing in particular on relations between the Western and non-Western worlds. It will then examine selected topics of international law that are of current significancethese may include international human rights law, the law relating to the use of force, the international law of trade and foreign investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6276","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Contract Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Contract Law invites students to examine selected topics from contract law in greater detail and conceptual depth. Questions include:\r\n- What does contractual intention mean?\r\n- Should the doctrine of consideration be abolished?\r\n- Should promissory estoppel be a sword?\r\n- What is the justification for mitigation and remoteness?\r\n- What should be the aim of remedies for breach?\r\n- Should account of profits be available?\r\n- How should contracts be interpreted?\r\n- When should terms be implied?\r\n- Should substantive unfairness be controlled`?\r\n- How does and how should the law deal with change of circumstances?\r\n- How should we understand the vitiating factors?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-8-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent Contract Law","Preclusion":"Philosophical Foundations of Contract Law\r\nLL4187/LL5187/LL6187\r\nLL4187V/LL5187V/LL6187V","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6277V","ModuleTitle":"Medical Law and Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the tools necessary for students to develop and reflect critically upon contemporary ethical and legal issues in medicine and the biosciences. Its substantive content includes and introduction to medical\r\nethics and medical law, health care in Singapore (presented comparatively with select jurisdictions, such as the UK and the USA), and professional regulation. The following key areas will be considered:\r\n- Professional regulation and good governance of medicines;\r\n- Genetics and reproductive technologies (including abortion and pre-natal harm);\r\n- Mental health;\r\n- Regulation of Human Biomedical Research;\r\n- Innovative treatment and clinical research;\r\n- Infectious Diseases;\r\n- Organ transplantation; and\r\n- End-of-life concerns (e.g. advance care plan and advance directive, discontinuation of life sustaining treatment, etc.).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who have read LL4400/LL5400/LL6400 BIOMEDICAL LAW & ETHICS are precluded.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6278V","ModuleTitle":"Trade and Investment Law in the Asia-Pacific","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Alongside the European Union the Asia-Pacific is becoming the central arena for trade and investment and its contestation within the world today. This module examines the global, regional and bilateral frameworks governing trade, investment, competition and migration across this region. It has three components. The first looks at how different organisations and regimes – the WTO, ASEAN, ASEAN Plus Agreements, BITS, NAFTA and Closer Economic Relations – interact to govern the region and the attempts to reform this, most notably through the TransPacific Partnership Process. The second looks at the detailed laws and processes governing trade in goods and services and investment. The final section looks at a number of further key policies: intellectual property, competition, the professions, and migration.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Public International Law: LL4050; LL5050; LL6050; LC5050 / LL4050V; LL5050V; LL6050V; LC5050V"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6283V","ModuleTitle":"Artificial Intelligence, Information Science & Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Advancements in computer science have made it possible to deploy information technology to address legal problems. Improved legal searches, fraud detection, electronic discovery, digital rights management, and automated takedowns are only the beginning. We are beginning to see natural language processing, machine learning and data mining technologies deployed in contract formation, electronic surveillance, autonomous machines and even decision making. This course examines the basis behind these technologies, deploys them in basic scenarios, studies the reasons for their acceptance or rejection, and analyses them for their benefits, limitations and dangers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent\nInformation Technology Law I [LL4076/LL5076/LL6076;\nLL4076V/LL5076V/LL6076V] or Information Technology Law II\n[LL4077/LL5077/LL6077; LL4077V/LL5077V/LL6077V]\n\nGCE “A” Level Mathematics (at least), with basic understanding of\nprobability theory and linear algebra \nProgramming skills in e.g. MatLab/Octave/Java/Python/R is a bonus.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6285V","ModuleTitle":"International Dispute Settlement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will explore key legal questions related to\ninternational dispute settlement with a view to providing a\nbroad overview of the field with respect to State-to-State,\nInvestor-State, and commercial disputes. This course will\ninclude a discussion of the various types of international\ndisputes and settlement mechanisms available for their\nresolution. It will explore the law pertaining to dispute\nsettlement before the ICJ, WTO, ITLOS, as well as\ninternational arbitration, both Investor-State arbitration and\ncommercial arbitration. The course will compare these\ndifferent legal processes on issues such as jurisdiction,\nprovisional remedies/measures, equal treatment,\nevidence, and enforcement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4285/LL5285/LL6285/LC5285 International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6287V","ModuleTitle":"ASEAN Law and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course examines ASEAN’s ongoing metamorphosis into a rules-based, tri-pillared (political-security, economic, and socio-cultural) Community pursuant to the mandate of the 2007 ASEAN Charter. It deals primarily with Law but is also attentive to the Non Law and Quasi Law aspects inherent in ASEAN’s character as an international actor and regional organisation; its purposes and principles; and its operational modalities, processes, and institutions. \n \nStudents will grasp the complexities of ASEAN’s conversion to the rule of law and rule of institutions within the context of international law and its frameworks; national competences and jurisdiction; and regional relations and realpolitik.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6289V","ModuleTitle":"The Evolution of International Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module has three distinctive features. First, it compares international commercial arbitration (ICA) international investment arbitration (ISA). Second, it focuses on the evolution of arbitration, in particular, on the development of the procedures and substantive law that have gradually enabled arbitration to become a meaningfully autonomous legal system. Third, it surveys a variety of explanations for why the arbitral order has evolved as it has – into a more “judicial-like” legal order – focusing on the role of arbitral centres, state regulatory competition, and the reasoning of tribunals in their awards.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. At least one prior course in international law or international arbitration, or taken concurrently","Preclusion":"LL4289/LL5289/LL6289 The Evolution of International Arbitration","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6313V","ModuleTitle":"Mediation/Conciliation of Inter- & Investor-State Disputes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Recent years have witnessed more state-to-state and investor-state disputes, with a substantial increase in resources spent on binding arbitration. Mediation and conciliation are rarely attempted and more rarely successful. This course introduces the student to methods of mediation and conciliation on the international law plane, and surveys existing institutional regimes (ie, ICSID,\r\nPCA, SIAC). The focus will then turn to identification and critical analysis of the special legal and policy obstacles to voluntary dispute settlement by states (including SOEs), as well as countervailing incentives. The scope is international, with some readings devoted to Asia. Students will study and critique precedents, and conduct basic mediation/conciliation exercises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. One prior course in international arbitration or public international law, or taken concurrently.","Preclusion":"LL4313/LL5313/LL6313 Mediation/Conciliation of Inter- & Investor-State Disputes","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6316V","ModuleTitle":"Restitution of Unjust Enrichment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course is about the law of restitution for unjust enrichment. In particular, it is concerned with when a defendant may be compelled to make restitution to a claimant, because the defendant has been unjustly enriched at the claimant’s expense. It does not cover all of the law relating to gain-based remedies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent","Preclusion":"LL4316/LL5316/LL6316 Restitution of Unjust Enrichment; LL4051/LL5051/LL6051; LL4051V/LL5051V/LL6051V Principles of Restitution","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6317V","ModuleTitle":"International Arbitration in Asian Centres","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will give the students an in-depth look at how cases proceed under the SIAC, HKIAC and MCIA rules, with some  comparative  coverage  of  the  CIETAC  and  KLRCA rules.    Highlighted  will  be  the  salient  features  of  these arbitral institutional rules including the introduction of cutting edge  procedures  such  as  the  emergency  arbitrator  and expedited arbitration procedures and consolidation/joinder.  The course will also provide a comparative analysis of the arbitral legislative framework in Singapore, Hong Kong and India and offer an in-depth analysis, with case studies, of the role of the courts in Singapore, Hong Kong and India in dealing with specific issues such as challenges to tribunal jurisdiction,  enforcement  and  setting  aside  of  awards. Finally, the course will also look at the peculiar relationship between arbitration and mediation in Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4317/LL5317/LL6317 International Arbitration in Asian Centres","Corequisite":"LL4029/LL5029/LC5262/LL6029;  LL4029V/LL5029V/LC5262V/ LL6029V International  Commercial Arbitration; OR  LL4285/LL5285/LC5285/LL6285;  LL4285V/LL5285V/LC5285V/ LL6285V International  Dispute Settlement ; OR their equivalent at another  University"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6321","ModuleTitle":"Deals: The Economic Structure of Business Transactions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course applies economic concepts to the practice of structuring business transactions. The materials consist of case studies of actual transactions. We will use those case studies to analyze the economics challenges that parties to a deal must address, and to analyse the mechanisms the parties use to address those challenges. The case studies will cover a selection from bond financings, acquisitions, movie financings, product licenses, biotech alliances, venture capital financings, cross-border joint ventures, private equity investments, corporate reorganizations, and more.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4321V/LL5321V/LL6312V Deals: The Economic Structure of Business Transactions \nLL4267/LL5267/LL6267; LL4267V/LL5267V/LL6267V Architecting Deals: A Framework of Private Orderings","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6322","ModuleTitle":"Trade Finance Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Trade Finance Law considers the different legal structures used to effect payment under, and disincentives breaches of, international agreements for the supply of goods and services. The course analyses and compares documentary and standby letters of credit, international drafts and forfaiting, performance bonds and first demand guarantees and export credit guarantees. Key topics will include the structure, juridical nature and obligational content of the aforementioned instruments; the nature of the harmonised regimes and their interaction with domestic law; the principle of strict compliance and its relaxation; documentary and non-documentary forms of recourse; the autonomy principle and its exceptions; and the conflict of laws principles applicable to autonomous payment undertakings. The course should be of interest to students who have already studied other components of international trade and/or who have an interest in international banking operations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. Students should have covered the core private law subjects of Contract, Tort and Trusts.","Preclusion":"LL4322V/LL5322V/LL6322V Trade Finance Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6323","ModuleTitle":"Law of Agency","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to familiarise students with the general law of agency. Agency problems are pervasive throughout the law: they are not confined to professional agents nor even to commercial law.  We all act through and deal with agents the whole time.  In the case of corporations, having no physical personality they can only deal through human agents. Most applications of agency reasoning are in the law of contract, but they also may arise in the law of tort, property and elsewhere.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4323V/LL5323V/LL6323V Law of Agency","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6324","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Trade Mark Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This module takes a comparative approach to exploring what is meant by a trade mark, the messages that trade marks communicate and the roles they perform. These are important enquiries because questions of what trade marks do and ought to do have a direct impact on the contours of the law. A major theme will be the relationship between trade marks and brands: to what extent should trade mark law be concerned with protecting brand value? What might a focus on brand value mean for competitors? Is a focus on brand value compatible with the logics of trade mark registration? These questions will be explored by reference to the laws of multiple jurisdictions, most significantly Australia, the EU, Singapore and the USA.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4324V/LL5324V/LL6324V Comparative Trade Mark Law; \nLL4096/LL5096/LL6096; LL4096V/LL5096V/LL6096V International Trademark Law and Policy","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6325","ModuleTitle":"The Int'l Litigation & Procedure of State Disputes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Taught by two public international law practitioners, this course invites participants to develop a more practical and strategic understanding of how a State deals with the various types of disputes it may face. Topics covered includes litigation and procedural considerations in inter-State, investor-State, human rights and international criminal disputes, and cross-cutting considerations like national security privileges, immunities, conflicts of public international law. The course will conclude with a seminar where senior practitioners of public international law share their views and insights on acting as a Government advisor and as an advocate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4325V/LL5325V/LL6325V - The Int’l Litigation & Procedure of State Disputes \n\nLL4285V/LL5285V/LC5285V/LL6285V; \nLL4285/LL5285/LC5285/LL6285 - International Dispute Settlement","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6327V","ModuleTitle":"Mergers and Acquisitions: A Practitioner’s Perspective","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide a practitioner's perspective on the bread and butter of any transactional practice: mergers and acquisitions (M&A) of non-listed, private companies. It will deal with the structuring of an M&A transaction (the why) and the plain vanilla aspects of documentation (the why and how of basic drafting).  \n\nMany new graduates seem to be unable to see the wood for the trees. They arrive as trainees, with a reasonable grounding in the law, but an inability to apply it to real life situations. The practicalities elude them and they seem to want to follow templates without much understanding of the transaction. This course will attempt to give them a working knowledge of the issues to be considered in structuring a transaction. It will also cover the main features of standard documentation (bearing in mind that there is a discernible industry-standard set of documentation in common law countries) to explain why documents are drafted the way they are.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent. \nContracts, Property, Equity & Trusts and Company Law.  \nAn ability to engage in discussion in English.","Preclusion":"(1) LL4327/LL5327/LL6327 Mergers and Acquisitions: A Practitioner’s Perspective; \n(2) LL4074/LL5074/LL6074; LL4074V/LL5074V/LL6074V Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A);  \n(3) LL4223/LL5223/LL6223; LL4233V/LL5223V/LL6223V Cross Border Mergers","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6335V","ModuleTitle":"Multinational Enterprises and International Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This  module  examines  the  evolving  regime  for  the regulation  and  protection  of  multinational  enterprises (MNEs)  in  international  law.    Although  MNEs  remain creations  of  domestic  law,  the  cross-border  activities  of MNEs  increasingly  come  within  the  scope  of instruments creating  obligations  and/or  rights  in  international  law.    In assessing the challenges faced by states and MNEs alike with respect to such transnational regulation, the module takes  a  rounded  and interdisciplinary  view  of  the  issues involved,  addressing  both  the  commercial  and  social dimensions of MNE action.  In addition to considering the regulatory powers of individual states, developments under international   instruments   on   human   rights,   labour conditions, finance, taxation and investment are addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4335/LL5335/LL6335 Multinational Enterprises and International Law","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6339","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Evidence in International Arbitration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course considers the way that international adjudicators approach fact-finding and factual determinations. The course analyses essential policy questions as to the way legal systems should deal with evidence; considers comparative law perspectives; and aims to integrate these perspectives with practical consideration of the way documents and witnesses are dealt with in international arbitration.  There is no greater divergence between legal families than that pertaining to the treatment of evidence. For international adjudication to meet the needs of participants from all legal families, a proper understanding of comparative approaches and the degree of convergence, is essential to arbitrators and practitioners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"LL4339V/LL5339V/LL6339V Comparative Evidence in International Arbitration","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LL6396","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6397","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6398","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6399","ModuleTitle":"University Research Opportunities Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6405B","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (B)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-6-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LL6407","ModuleTitle":"Law Of Insurance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LLD5002V","ModuleTitle":"Admiralty Law & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce the various concepts relating to the admiralty action in rem, which is the primary means by which a maritime claim is enforced. Topics will include: the nature of an action in rem; the subject matter of admiralty jurisdiction; the invocation of admiralty jurisdiction involving the arrest of offending and sister ships; the procedure for the arrest of ships; liens encountered in admiralty practice: statutory, maritime and possessory liens; the priorities governing maritime claims; and time bars and limitations. This course is essential to persons who intend to practice shipping law.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Law Curriculum or equivalent.","Preclusion":"Students who are taking or have taken LLD5002.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LLD5043","ModuleTitle":"LAW OF MARINE INSURANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LLD5214","ModuleTitle":"International and Comparative Oil and Gas Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"The module explores principles and rules relating to the exploration for, development and production of oil and gas (upstream operations). The main focus of the module is on the examination of different arrangements governing the\r\nlegal relationship between states and international oil companies, such as modern concessions, productionsharing agreements, joint ventures, service and hybrid contracts. The agreements governing the relationships between companies involved in upstream petroleum operations (joint operating and unitisation agreements) will also be examined. The module will further explore the\r\nissues of dispute settlement, expropriation, stability of contracts and a relevant international institutional and legal framework.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NUS Compulsory Core Curriculum or its equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LLD5226","ModuleTitle":"Multimodal Transport Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"Other than the traditional unimodal contract of carriage, a multimodal contract of carriage requires more than one modality to perform the carriage. Think of a shipment of steel coils, traveling per train from Germany to the Netherlands, then by sea to Singapore where the last stretch to the end receiver is performed by truck. The course deals with all the legal aspects of such a multimodal contract of carriage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LLD5396","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LLD5397","ModuleTitle":"UNIVERSITY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMME","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LAW","Department":"LAW","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSE6101","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Environmental Life Sciences Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","Department":"NUS GRAD SCH FOR INTEGRATIVE SCI & ENGG","ModuleDescription":"Experienced teachers from SCELSE and highly selected guest instructors both local and international, give lectures, interact in discussions and hold tutorials/hands-on session on the following topics: \r\n1) Emerging concepts of microbial physiology and ecology in biofilms context.\r\n2) Experimental systems and their design, statistical analyses and interpretation.\r\n3) Developments in systems biology – metagenomics, proteomics, metabolomics and systems biology.\r\n4) Applications on engineering processes, human health and the Environment.\r\n5) Academic research skills in discussions and presentations","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"67-12-0-3-18","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM1102","ModuleTitle":"Molecular Genetics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module covers topics on (i) the patterns of inheritance, (ii) the molecular properties of genes and chromosomes, (iii) transcription and translation, (iv) genetic methods and technology, and (v) genetic analysis of individuals and populations. This will include an in-depth understanding of mendelian patterns of inheritance and variations that could occur due to multiple alleles, lethal genes, chromosomal variations, linkage, gene interaction and other genetic phenomena. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the underlying molecular and biochemical basis of inheritance. Quantitative and population genetics will also be discussed with the emphasis of understanding the processes and forces in nature that promote genetic changes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' Level or H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301 or LSM1301X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM1105","ModuleTitle":"Evolutionary Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Evolutionary biology covers the history of life on our planet and the processes that produced the multiple life forms of Earth. Topics include: the origins of life, the eukaryotic cell, and multicellularity; the generation of genetic variation and the sorting of that variation through random processes and through natural and sexual selection; the origin of new traits, new life histories, and new species; the origins of sex, sociality, and altruism; the evolution of humans; and applications of evolutionary biology to solving modern-day problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' Level or H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301 or LSM1301X","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM1106","ModuleTitle":"Molecular Cell Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The objective is to provide the student with a firm and rigorous foundation in current concepts of the structure and functions of biomolecules in molecular cellular biology. These fundamental concepts form the basis of almost all recent advances in biological and the biomedical sciences. The lectures will introduce various cellular organelles as models to gain insights into how structures and functions of classes of biomolecules participating in important cellular processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-1.5-4","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’ Level or H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301 or LSM1301X","Preclusion":"LSM1101","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM1301","ModuleTitle":"General Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory module that explores what a living thing is, the basics of life, and the science behind it. The course will introduce the chemistry of life and the unit of life. The question of how traits are inherited will be discussed and the field of biotechnology, including its applications and the ethical issues involved be will introduced. The diversity of life on earth will be explored, with discussions how life on earth possibly came about and how biologists try to classify and make sense of the diversity. The course will also introduce the concept of life functions from cells to tissues and from organs to systems. The concept of how organisms maintain their internal constancy and organisation of major organ systems will be discussed. The focus will be to introduce the unifying concepts in biology and how they play a role in everyday life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GCE `A’ Level or H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM1306","ModuleTitle":"Forensic Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Crime is one feature of human behaviour that fascinates our community. How crimes impact our society and how crimes are investigated and solved in the Singapore context is the focus of the module. The module is designed to enable students to appreciate why and how crimes are committed, to understand how crimes are solved in Singapore using investigative, and the latest scientific and forensic techniques, and to learn the role of the major stakeholders in the Criminal Justice System. Experts from law, pharmacy, statistics, the Health Sciences Authority and the Singapore Police Force will cover topics related to forensic science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"GEK1542","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM1401","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Biochemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide student with a strong background in the fundamental aspects of biochemistry including selected topics in cell biology, microbial systems and molecular genetics, with an emphasis on their applications to chemical and pharmaceutical industries as well as engineering practices (in particular bioengineering, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, and  engineering science). Upon completing this module, the student is expected to have sufficient knowledge in fundamental life processes in order to appreciate and relate the importance of biochemistry in industry as well as in everyday life. The student should also be well prepared to take up higher level modules for which biochemistry is the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' Level or H2 Chemistry or equivalent, or CM1417 or CM1417X","Preclusion":"Not for Life Sciences major/minor and student must not have read LSM1101 or its equivalent.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2191","ModuleTitle":"Laboratory Techniques in Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the theory and practical applications of techniques used in molecular biology and protein biochemistry. Factual knowledge in recombinant DNA techniques, such as RNA isolation, reverse transcription, polymerase chain reaction, recombinant DNA construction and recombinant protein expression; and in protein purification, such as liquid chromatography, polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis and western blotting, will be integrated with laboratory practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-3-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 or LSM1106","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2211","ModuleTitle":"Metabolism and Regulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"Overview of the biosynthesis and catabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids in the context of human health and disease. Emphasis on the integration and regulation of metabolic pathways in different tissues and organs. Principles of bioenergetics and mitochondrial energy metabolism, free radicals, enzyme deficiencies in metabolic disorders will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1106","Preclusion":"LSM2101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2212","ModuleTitle":"Human Anatomy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"ANATOMY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a basic introduction to human structure and function, comprising gross anatomy integrated with microscopic anatomy. Histological organization of the primary tissues: epithelial, connective, muscular and nervous tissues will also be covered. Clinical relevance of the anatomical structures will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-0-6","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 or LSM1106","Preclusion":"LSM1202","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2231","ModuleTitle":"General Physiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with “General Physiology” and its theme is “Biological Transducers and Energy Transformation”. This module will start with bioenergetics which stresses on the application of thermodynamics to physiological processes in both animals and plants.  Six types of energy will be dealt with, concerning (1) the transformation of light energy to chemical energy by plants, (2) the transformation of chemical energy to chemical potential energy of ions and water across bio-membranes, (3) the transformation of chemical potential energy to electrical energy by plasmalemma with special emphasis on neurons, (4) the transformation of chemical energy to mechanical energy by muscle, and (5) the production and release of heat during energy transformation. Since neurons and muscle tissues require a relatively constant extracellular environment for them to function properly, the important concept of homeostasis will be discussed.  Emphasis will be on extracellular fluid volume and composition.  In addition, mechanisms involved in the balance of heat gain and heat loss to maintain a constant body temperature will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1.5-2-5","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’ Level or H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301 or LSM1301X","Preclusion":"LSM1104","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2232","ModuleTitle":"Genes, Genomes and Biomedical Implications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the structure, organization and function of  genes and genomes in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes (e.g. DNA topology, hierarchy of packaging of DNA in chromosomes and relationship to gene activity and genome dynamics). The functional roles of DNA regulatory cis-elements and transcription factors  involved in gene expression will be examined. The molecular events in the control and regulation of transcription; post-transcriptional modifications and RNA processing; temporal and spatial gene expression will be examined in detail.  The cause and/or effect of dysfunction of gene expression in diseases will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 and LSM1106","Preclusion":"LSM2102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2233","ModuleTitle":"Cell Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comprehensive understanding of sub-cellular structures, functions and interactions in unicellular and multi-cellular systems. Emphasis is on cellular functions. Topics include structures and functions of organelles, organelle biogenesis (including organelle inheritance and import of proteins into organelles), intracellular protein trafficking, the cytoskeleton, and cell movements. In addition, students will be introduced to the current concepts of intercellular and intracellular signalling, molecular basis of cell proliferation and apoptosis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1106","Preclusion":"LSM2103","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2241","ModuleTitle":"Introductory Bioinformatics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Students will be introduced to the concepts, tools and techniques of bioinformatics, a field of immense importance for understanding molecular evolution, individualized medicine, and dataintensive biology. The module includes a conceptual framework for modern bioinformatics, an introduction to key bioinformatics topics such as databases and software, sequence analysis, pairwise alignment, multiple sequence alignment, sequence database searches, and profile-based methods, molecular phylogenetics, visualization and basic homology modelling of molecular structure, pathway analysis and personal genomics. Concepts emphasized in the lectures are complemented by hands-on use of bioinformatics tools in the practicals. Students will achieve highly valued skills as biological researchers with basic competence in computational and bioinformatics techniques, with proper foundation to learn more advanced skills in bioinformatics and biocomputing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-1-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 or LSM1105 or LSM1106 or PR1111A","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2251","ModuleTitle":"Ecology and Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the science of ecology and its role in understanding environmental processes. It covers both the major concepts and their real-world applications. Topics will include models in ecology, organisms in their environment, evolution and extinction, life history strategies, population biology, ecological interactions, community ecology, ecological energetics, nutrient cycling, landscape ecology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-1-5","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’ Level H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301 or LSM1301X","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2252","ModuleTitle":"Biodiversity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to inculcate in students an understanding for the need of a diverse and intricate balance of nature and the morality of conservation. It involves an introduction to the diversity of major groups of living organisms, and the importance of maintaining diversity in natural ecosystems. Emphasis is on the need for conservation of biodiversity to maintain a balance of nature. The course will highlight to the students the biodiversity in the major habitats and vegetation types in and around Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1.5-2-5","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’ Level H2 Biology or equivalent, or LSM1301 or LSM1301X","Preclusion":"LSM1103","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2288","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Life Sciences I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 or LSM1105 or LSM1106; and departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2289","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Life Sciences II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 or LSM1105 or LSM1106; and departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM2291","ModuleTitle":"Fundamental Techniques in Microbiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module gives an overview of microbial diversity, the biological properties of microbes, methods and approaches in the study of microbiology. At the end of the module, students should have fundamental knowledge of microbiology, including tools in the study of cells and microbes and the awareness of biosafety, and students should be excited by the microbial world and wishing to know more.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0.5-2.5-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 or LSM1106","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3201","ModuleTitle":"Research and Communication in Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the philosophy, principles and processes of life sciences research and communication. It aims to equip students with the essential knowledge that complements the hands-on research training which students undertake for UROPS and Honours projects’ requirements. The module covers the essentials of scientific research including: importances and pitfalls of problem formulation and hypothesis generation; essentials of experimental designs; practical tips and pitfalls during experimental execution; good and bad practices of data collection, analysis and evaluation; form and function of scientific communication; and research ethics. This module will complement and enhance the experience and quality of undergraduate research training.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-2-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"LSM2288 Basic UROPS in Life Sciences I; LSM3288 Advanced UROPS in Life Sciences I; LSM4199 Honours Project in Life Sciences"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3211","ModuleTitle":"Fundamental Pharmacology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHARMACOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide basic principles of pharmacological science with emphasis on drug action from the molecular and cellular levels to tissue, organ and whole animal including human using lectures and practicals. The lectures will start with the classical drug receptor theory followed by molecular pharmacology of drug receptors and their regulation including receptor-mediated signal transduction and membrane ion channel function. Autonomic pharmacology (sympathetic and parasympathetic) will be introduced. The module also focuses on the pharmacodynamics of autacoids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, corticosteroids and other immunosuppressants, anti-asthma drugs, anti-thrombotic agents and nitric oxide.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1.5-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2101 or LSM2103","Preclusion":"GEK2501","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3212","ModuleTitle":"Human Physiology: Cardiopulmonary System","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The heart and lungs are central to the maintenance of homeostasis in the human body by bringing essential materials to and removing wastes from the body?s cells. This module covers the basic physiology of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems using exercise to illustrate the onset of homeostatic imbalances and the body's responses to restore homeostasis. Students will be able to identify the benefits that exercise imparts to cardiorespiratory fitness and overall health.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3215","ModuleTitle":"Neuronal Signaling and Memory Mechanisms","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The module will provide fundamental knowledge about how neuronal signaling and its higher functions, such as encoding and retrieval of memory, occur in our brain. Learning and memory mechanisms are conserved in all organisms. This module covers topics including the ionic basis of resting and action potentials, molecular biology of ion and TRP channels, ion channelopathies, and the auditory system. It also focuses on neurotransmission with particular emphasis on the glutamate receptors and neuropharmacology. In addition it touches the cellular and molecular basis of learning and memory, and energy utilization in the brain.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM1104 General Physiology AND \r\nLSM2103 Cell Biology","Preclusion":"LSM3213 Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3217","ModuleTitle":"Human Ageing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces human ageing theories, molecular basis of ageing, system level effects of ageing, ageing related diseases, and interventions that increase longevity. Major topics to be covered in the first half include biology of ageing theories (Oxidative stress, Genetic, Autoimmune and Neuroendocrine), with an emphasis on molecular pathways such as telomere shortening, mitochondrial and ER stress, sirtuins and mTOR and autophagy. The second half of lectures include ageing brain, heart and related diseases, health implications for the individual and interventions that increases longevity such as hormesis, dietary restriction, resveratrol, rapamycin and growth hormones.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3223","ModuleTitle":"Immunology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course provides the central concepts of immunology and the foundation for understanding how immunity functions. The subjects of innate immunity and haematopoiesis introduce the origin and role of different cell types in immunity. The mechanics of how the body protects itself from disease are explored in relation to T and B cell biology, monoclonal antibodies, cytokines, major histocompatibility complex and antigen presentation. Other topics include hypersensitivity, immunodeficiencies, tolerance, autoimmunity, resistance and immunization to infectious diseases.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-3-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3231","ModuleTitle":"Protein Structure and Function","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide a strong foundation in the study of protein structure and function. The following topics that will be covered: structures and structural complexity of proteins and methods used to determine their primary, secondary and tertiary structures; biological functions of proteins in terms of their regulatory, structural, protective and transport roles; the catalytic action of enzymes, their mechanism of action and regulation; various approaches used in studying the structure-function relationships of proteins.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3232","ModuleTitle":"Microbiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Principles of Microbiology, with emphasis on the properties, functions and classification of the major classes of microorganisms, especially bacteria, fungi and viruses. Understanding microbial activities and their influence on microbial diseases, industrial applications, ecology, food and water quality.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-3-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM2101 or LSM2102 or LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3233","ModuleTitle":"Developmental Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This course will showcase and examine embryogenesis, starting from fertilisation to birth in the case of animal development; and to germination, growth and differentiation in plants. Students will be exposed to concepts, principles and mechanisms that underlie development in plants and animals. Different organism models will be studied to demonstrate the rapid advances in this field of life sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3234","ModuleTitle":"Biological Imaging of Growth and Form","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Growth and form are fundamental to all living organisms, crucial to health and diseases. Development in imaging methods and tools has transformed biological and biomedical sciences. This module will introduce basic concepts in imaging and their applications. The major topics will include: basic optics, light and electron microscopy, fluorescence and related methods. Introduction of each imaging technology will be linked with a set of biological problems of fundamental interests and biomedical implications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3235","ModuleTitle":"Epigenetics in Human Health and Diseases","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the concept of epigenetics, the relationship between the genome and the epigenome, and the translational aspects of epigenetics in relation to human health and diseases. The topics that will be covered include epigenetic variation, genomic technologies to study epigenetics, epigenetics in development, epimedicine, epigenetics in human diseases and epigenetics in ageing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM2102","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3245","ModuleTitle":"RNA Biology and Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the roles of RNA, coding and in particular non-coding (ncRNA), in regulation of gene expression, host–pathogen interaction, and catalysis as well as their applications in research, diagnosis, and therapy of human diseases. The topics cover the ‘RNA world hypothesis’, the relation between structure and function of RNA, the mechanisms of regulation and\r\ndysregulation of gene expression by ncRNAs, selection and design of functional RNAs, features and usage of ncRNAs, the role of RNA in early stage pharmaceutical developments, and RNA-based drug development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2102 Molecular Biology","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3246","ModuleTitle":"Synthetic Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The ability to rationally engineer living cells has been a long anticipated goal dating back for more than half a century. With the advent of DNA synthesis and genome engineering tools, biological systems can now be systematically designed for a myriad of industrial applications including disease prevention, biochemicals production and drug development. This module aims to provide basic principles to the engineering of biology with emphasis on the design and construction of synthetic gene circuits in living cells. The module also discusses current and emerging applications driven by synthetic biology, and the socio-ethical responsibilities that are required of synthetic biologists.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"LSM2101 or LSM2102 or LSM2103","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3252","ModuleTitle":"Evolution and Comparative Genomics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Presentation of the theory of Evolution as one of the unifying disciplines in biology. The module introduces the three main themes in modern Evolutionary Biology: (1) Tree-of-Life: including processes and mechanisms of speciation, (II) Natural selection: including sexual selection and kinship selection,  (III) Neutral Evolution: including genetic drift. Comparative Genomics is incorporated in the module by discussing the origin of life, whole genome comparisons, gene duplication, and using molecular data for the reconstruction of the phylogenetic relationships between species. The module emphasizes the importance of evolutionary biology as a tool that can explain a wide variety of phenomena in biology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3254","ModuleTitle":"Ecology of Aquatic Environments","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Aquatic environments make up >70% of the Earth’s surface. They host a huge diversity of life and ecosystems, many of which are vital to man. Topics covered in this module include diversity and ecology of freshwater and marine habitats and organisms, the impacts of humans on these environments, and the conservation and management of these critical resources. Overall learning outcomes include an appreciation and understanding of aquatic habitats, their physical and biological properties and their associated ecosystems. The importance of both\r\nmarine and freshwater environments to Singapore will be highlighted.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM2251","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3258","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Botany","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the basic relationships between the diverse forms and functions in plants. Each plant group shares a common basic structural plan but contains many members that deviate from the basic plan in response to selection pressures from the environment. Knowledge of organismal biology is enhanced through selected topics in morpho-anatomical designs and functional adaptions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1.5-1-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1103 AND LSM1104","Preclusion":"LSM3261","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3265","ModuleTitle":"Entomology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Insects and other related terrestrial arthropod groups are  the most diverse forms of life on earth. Insects are ideal models for studies in evolution, ecology, behaviour and the environment as the same body plan has been adapted to\r\ndiverse functions, in almost all terrestrial environments, and in most human endeavour. This module will equip students with knowledge in insect  dentification, phylogeny, ecology, beneficial and pestiferous interactions with\r\nhumans, and methods for their control.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-2-3-2","Prerequisite":"LSM2251 Ecology and Environment","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3266","ModuleTitle":"Avian Biology and Evolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Birds are widely studied and constitute a model for many scientific disciplines from genetics to ecology. This module explores bird biology from an evolutionary perspective. Topics include: (1) birds’ dinosaur origins; (2) present-day diversity with emphasis on Asian bird families; (3) evolutionary processes that may have led to avian flight, small genome size and other avian traits; and (4) challenges birds face in Earth’s modern extinction crisis. \r\n\r\nThis module is suitable for students passionate about biological processes ranging from organismic evolution at the molecular level to broad ecological and biogeographic contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM1103 Biodiversity","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Life Sciences I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Life Sciences II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Life Sciences as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Life Sciences major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM3312","ModuleTitle":"Enhanced Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 16-20 weeks during regular semester.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Life Sciences as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Life Sciences major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3312 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Undertake a year-long research project and submit a written thesis for examination.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"For Life Sciences major students with overall CAP of 3.50 or more are eligible to enrol for this module (for Cohort 2011 and before). For Life Sciences major students with overall CAP of 3.20 or more are eligible to enrol for this module (for Cohort 2012 and after).","Preclusion":"LSM4299","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4211","ModuleTitle":"Toxicology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHARMACOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This introductory course is aimed at providing the basic principles and modern concepts of toxicology ? adverse effects of chemicals on humans and the biosphere. The students will understand how to make quantitative risk assessments from exposure to hazardous compounds, how to extrapolate from animal data, and how to link adverse effects at the molecular level to overall toxic responses in humans. Lecture topics include health hazards from drugs, naturally occurring toxins, industrial chemicals, or environmental toxicants; toxicokinetics and toxicodynamics; cellular and molecular mechanisms of toxicity; organ-selective toxicity; and safety evaluation of drugs and other chemicals. The general concepts will be illustrated with a number of both classical and highly topical examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM3211","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4213","ModuleTitle":"System Neurobiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The primary goal of this module is to understand how (a) neurons, assembled into circuits, mediate behavior and (b) pathophysiology of neurons leading to dysfunctional cellular and molecular processes and behavior.  This course draws on basic knowledge of the cell biology and physiology of neurons.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM3215 and LSM3216","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4214","ModuleTitle":"Cancer Pharmacology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHARMACOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to the general principles of\r\n\r\ndrug actions that underpin their therapeutic applications\r\n\r\nagainst cancers, from conventional (non-specific)\r\n\r\nchemotherapy to target-specific drugs. It will provide details of\r\n\r\ndrugs used in specific cancer types, ranging from those with\r\n\r\nproven efficacy in clinics (e.g. Gleevec) to experimental agents\r\n\r\nin trials. Conceptual and theoretical targets (e.g. RNAi and\r\n\r\ngene therapies) will also be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"LSM3211","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4221","ModuleTitle":"Drug Discovery and Clinical Trials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHARMACOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover the stages that a drug that is developed for clinical use goes through before it is marketed: discovery/synthesis, preclinical studies, clinical drug trials, registration and post-market surveillance. The different phases of clinical drug trials and the guidelines for ethics and good clinical practice will be discussed. Students are also divided into groups to design clinical trials. At the end of the course the students will have an overview of the processes involved in bringing a drug from the laboratory to the market.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM3211","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4222","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Immunology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This objective of this course is to provide students with a current and up to date view of immunology.  Breakthrough areas will certainly vary from year to year, but the broad subject matter will remain.   Among the highly competitive areas of immunology research focuses on innate immunity, dendritic cell biology, antigen processing and presentation, lymphocyte development and differentiation, induction of tolerance, mechanism of autoimmunity and allergy, and vaccine development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM3223","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4223","ModuleTitle":"Advances in Antimicrobial Strategies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"An advanced course in the study of infectious diseases of man with emphasis on new and emerging infections as well as those of major clinical/economic importance. Core topics include understanding the principles and practice of Medical Microbiology, the nature and emergence of antimicrobial resistance, changing epidemiology of infections and laboratory diagnosis using classical diagnostic techniques and current molecular approaches.  Seminars will be conducted as team presentations to explore current topics on infectious diseases in depth. A strong practical component is included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM3232 or LSM3225","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4226","ModuleTitle":"Infection and Immunity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims at providing an in-depth knowledge in the field of host-pathogen interactions, i.e how the immune system deals with pathogens, and how the pathogens deal with the host’s immune system. An introductory lecture\r\nseries covers the basics in microbiology (bacteriology, virology, parasitology), immunology, vaccinology, and general principles of host-pathogen interactions. Selected diseases illustrate host-pathogens interactions along with\r\nthe consequences for vaccine and drug design. The following set of lectures covered by clinicians and professionals focus on patient management, field study, as well as safety aspects when working with pathogens in a research lab. Tutorials are broken into “journal club”, “article write-up exercise” and “problem-based study” and are directly related to the topics developed during the lectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"LSM3223 and either LSM3225 or LSM3232","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4227","ModuleTitle":"Stem Cell Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide a detailed and critical introduction in the biology of stem cells and regenerative medicine. Students will investigate the origin of embryonic and adult stem cells and learn biological concepts relating to pluripotency, self-renewal, transdifferentiation, reprogramming and regeneration. The cell-fate determination and differentiation of selected types of cells, with a focus on their potential biological and medical applications, will be presented. Specialized topics on cancer stem cells, wound healing and tissue regeneration will provide a glimpse of how mankind's future could be further shaped.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2102 and LSM2103","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4228","ModuleTitle":"Experimental Models for Human Disease and Therapy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Experimental models including animal and cellular models\nare pivotal for the study of human diseases and\ndevelopment of therapeutics. They help to characterize\ndisease pathophysiology, evaluate the mechanism of\naction of existing drugs, discover and validate new drug\ntargets and candidates, establish\npharmacodynamic/pharmacokinetic (PK/PD) relationships,\nestimate clinical dosing regimens and determine safety\nmargins and toxicity. Recent advancement of genomic and\ngene editing technology facilited the establishment of more\ndisease models that can closely mimic human diseases,\nincluding diseases that involve environmental factors. In\nthis module, we will discuss the technology, application as\nwell as limitations of the current experimental models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-1-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4232","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Cell Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore the changes that occur in animal cells as they grow, mature, differentiate, and either senesce or renew themselves. Insights into the mechanisms that govern how and when particular developmental alterations occur will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the cellular molecular mechanisms that lend themselves to experimental manipulation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4242","ModuleTitle":"Protein Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module will familiarize students with the technologies that can be used to produce and engineer various proteins for basic biological research and biotechnology applications.  The fundamental principles for manipulating protein production as desired and the common expression systems will be presented.  The emphasis will be on the experimental strategies and approaches to improve protein properties and to create novel enzymatic activities.  The topics include gene expression and protein production systems, uses of gene fusions for protein production and purification, directed molecular evolution and DNA shuffling, and engineering of proteins and enzymes for improved or novel properties.  Some specific examples in protein engineering will be highlighted.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2232 or LSM3231","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4243","ModuleTitle":"Tumour Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PHYSIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the understanding of processes that regulate cell growth and proliferation, and the intricate mechanism(s) that result in abnormal proliferation and oncogenesis. Molecular basis of immortalization and the acquisition of the neoplastic phenotype, namely oncogene activation, immune evasion, potential for local and distant spread, and resistance to cell death etc. will be discussed.  Role of DNA damage/repair, telomere/telomerase in genome instability and tumourigenesis will be examined. A brief session on target therapies including gene therapy approaches will also be included.  Tumour immunology role of inflammation in tumours will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4245","ModuleTitle":"Epigenetics and Chromatin Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"BIOCHEMISTRY","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to introduce concepts and molecular mechanism of epigenetics. Students will learn the historic discoveries of epigenetic research, DNA methylation, post-translational histone modifications, noncoding RNA, chromatin remodelling and epigenetic reprogramming. The module will focus on the role of epigenetic modifications in biological functions. The clinical applications of epigenetics will also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM1102 Molecular Genetics and\r\nLSM2102 Molecular Biology","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4251","ModuleTitle":"Plant Growth and Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Growth and development of higher vascular plants through their life cycles. Discussion in this module include selected topics in gamete development, fertilization, embryo development, seed germination, development of various plant organs and flowering, the role of plant growth regulators, and the cellular, physiological and molecular basis of plant morphogenesis. The molecular basis of various stages of plant development will be discussed using developmental mutant analyses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"LSM3233 or LSM3258","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4254","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Taxonomy and Systematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to taxonomy and systematics; i.e., the science of grouping biodiversity into species, describing the species, and classifying this\r\ndiversity into higher-level taxa that reflect evolutionary history. The module has two main goals: (1) It introduces the main concepts and goals of taxonomy and\r\nsystematics. (2) It teaches the qualitative and quantitative techniques that are today used to describe/identify species and higher-level taxa based on the analysis of\r\nmorphological and DNA sequence evidence. The aim is to equip environmental as well as other biologists with a thorough understanding of taxonomic/systematic units and the tools needed for evaluating and quantifying diversity in samples of plant and animal specimens.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM1103","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4255","ModuleTitle":"Methods in Mathematical Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The use of mathematics has a long history in life sciences and familiarity with basic, relevant mathematical techniques is becoming increasingly important for biologists. This course will focus on both current and classical themes in mathematical biology and will emphasise the acquisition of mathematical skills of relevance to current problems in ecology, evolution and epidemiology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-2-4","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' Level or H2 Mathematics or equivalent, or MA1301 or MA1301X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4257","ModuleTitle":"Aquatic Vertebrate Diversity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Aquatic vertebrates are essential components of freshwater and marine ecosystems, often occupying higher trophic/food web levels with wider ecological influence. As relatively sizeableand abundant elements of aquatic ecosystems, these organisms are also central to the ecosystem goods and services provided. Besides fishes, the most speciose extant vertebrate group, the remaining four vertebrate classes all include aquatic lineages. This module offers a firm foundation in the global diversity of aquatic vertebrates in the context of their biology, ecology, and conservation. Emphasis on Southeast Asian aquatic vertebrate biota provides a framework that informs management of regional imperilled freshwater and marine ecosystems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-2-1-4","Prerequisite":"LSM2252","Preclusion":"LSM4266","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4267","ModuleTitle":"Animal Communications & Sensory Ecology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Animals rely on various sensory systems to detect environmental information (i.e. light, sound, odours, and heat). Although organisms rely on stimulus modalities for communication, we often fail to detect and understand their biological functions due to our limited sensitivity range (e.g. ultraviolet, ultra-infrasound) and the lack of specialized receptors (e.g. electro- and magnetoreception). This module will introduce: (i) the array of signals and (ii) the relevant technologies/methodologies involved in accurate detection, quantification/characterisation of animal/plant signals, (iii) formulating of  hypotheses in animal-animal and animal-plant communications from interdisciplinary sciences (e.g. behaviour, conservation, optics), and (iv) relevant industrial applications (e.g. agriculture, disease vectors, pest management).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"LSM3267 Behavioural Biology","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LSM4299","ModuleTitle":"Applied Project in Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"For Bachelor of Science (Honours) students to participate full-time in a six-month-long project in an applied context that culminates in a project presentation and report.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must be reading the Bachelor of Science degree.\nStudent must have met Honours eligibility requirements for specific major and passed SP1001 Career Planning & Preparation or NCC1001 Headstart Module (A Career Development Programme) or NCC1000 Stepup Module (A Career Development Programme) or CFG1001 Headstart Module or CFG1000 StepUp Module.","Preclusion":"LSM4199","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"LX5103","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF DESIGN & ENV)","ModuleDescription":"Objective - This course is aimed at giving students an overview of environmental law and its development, including the legal and administrative structures for their implementation, from the international, regional and national perspectives. It will focus on basic pollution laws relating to air, water, waste, hazardous substances and noise; nature conservation laws and laws governing environmental impact assessments. Singapore's laws and the laws of selected ASEAN countries will be examined. Targeted Students - For students on the M.Sc. (Environmental Management) program. Research students and students from other graduate programmes in NUS may apply subject to suitability of candidate and availability of places.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1100","ModuleTitle":"Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the language, notions, and methods upon which a sound education in mathematics at the university level is built. Students are exposed to the language of mathematical logic, the idea of rigorous mathematical proofs and fundamental mathematical concepts such as sets, relations and functions. \r\n\r\nMajor topics: Elementary logic, mathematical statements, set operations, relations and functions, equivalence relations, elementary number theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"A' LEVEL OR H2 MATHEMATICS OR EQUIV OR [GM1101 AND GM1102] OR MA1301 OR MA1301FC or MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1100S, GM1308, CS1231, CS1231S, CS1301, EEE students, CEG students, CPE students, MPE students, COM students, CEC students, FASS students from 2003-2006 cohort who major in Mathematics (for breadth requirement).","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1101R","ModuleTitle":"Linear Algebra I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is a first course in linear algebra.  Fundamental concepts of linear algebra will be introduced and investigated in the context of the Euclidean spaces R^n.  Proofs of results will be presented in the concrete setting.  Students are expected to acquire computational facilities and geometric intuition with regard to vectors and matrices.  Some applications will be presented. Major topics: Systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, Euclidean spaces, linear combinations and linear span, subspaces, linear independence, bases and dimension, rank of a matrix, inner products, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization, linear transformations between Euclidean spaces, applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-6","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' LEVEL MATHEMATICS OR H2 MATHEMATICS OR MA1301 OR MA1301FC OR MA1301X","Preclusion":"EG1401, EG1402, MA1101, MA1311, MA1506, MA1508, FOE students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1102R","ModuleTitle":"Calculus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a course in single-variable calculus. We will introduce precise definitions of limit, continuity, the derivative and the Riemann integral.  Students will be exposed to computational techniques and applications of differentiation and integration.  This course concludes with an introduction to first order differential equations.  \r\n\r\nMajor topics: Functions, precise definitions of limit and continuity. Definition of the derivative, velocities and rates of change, Intermediate Value Theorem, differentiation formulas, chain rule, implicit differentiation, higher derivatives, the Mean Value Theorem, curve sketching.  Definition of the Riemann integral, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.  The elementary transcendental functions and their inverses. Techniques of integration: substitution, integration by parts, trigonometric substitutions, partial fractions. Computation of area, volume and arc length using definite integrals.   First order differential equations: separable equations, homogeneous equations, integrating factors, linear first order equations, applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-6","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' LEVEL MATHEMATICS OR H2 MATHEMATICS OR MA1301 OR MA1301FC OR MA1301X","Preclusion":"EE1401, EE1461, EG1401, EG1402, CE1402, MA1102, MA1312, MA1505, MA1505C, MA1507, MA1521, MA1511, CEC students, COM students who matriculated on and after 2002 (including poly 2002 intake), FoE students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1104","ModuleTitle":"Multivariable Calculus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a module in the calculus of functions of several real variables, applications of which abound in mathematics, the physical sciences and engineering.   The aim is for students to acquire computational skills, ability for 2- and 3-D visualization and to understand conceptually fundamental results such as Greens Theorem, Stokes Theorem and the Divergence Theorem. Major topics: Euclidean distance and elementary topological concepts in R^2 and R^3, limit and continuity, implicit functions. Partial differentiation, differentiable functions, differentials, chain rules, directional derivatives, gradients, mean value theorem, Taylor's formula, extreme value theorem, Lagrange multipliers. Multiple integrals and iterated integrals change of order, applications, change of variables in multiple integrals. Line integrals and Green's theorem. Surface integrals, Stokes Theorem, Divergence Theorem.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1102 or MA1102R or MA1505 or MA1505C or MA1521 or EE1401 or EE1461 or EG1402","Preclusion":"MA1104S, MA2207, MA2221, MA2311, MA3208, GM2301, MQ2202, MQ2102, MQ2203, PC1134, PC2201, MA1507, MPE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1301","ModuleTitle":"Introductory Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module serves as a bridging module for students without 'A' - level mathematics. Its aim is to equip students with appropriate mathematical knowledge and skill so as to prepare them for further study of mathematics-related disciplines. At the end of the course, students are expected to attain a level of proficiency in algebra and calculus equivalent to the GCE Advanced Level. Major topics: Sets, functions and graphs, polynomials and rational functions, inequalities in one variable, logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, sequences and series, techniques of differentiation, applications of differentiation, maxima and minima, increasing and decreasing functions, curve sketching, techniques of integration, applications of integration, areas, volumes of solids of revolution, solution of first order ordinary differential equations by separation of variables and by integrating factor, complex numbers, vectors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Pass in O-level Additional Mathematics or AO-level or H1 Mathematics\r\n","Preclusion":"THOSE WITH A-LEVEL OR H2 PASSES IN MATHEMATICS OR WHO HAVE PASSED ANY OF THE MODULES MA1101R, MA1102R,MA1301FC, MA1301X, MA1505, MA1506, MA1507, MA1508, MA1521, MA1311, MA1312, MA1421, MPE STUDENTS.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1311","ModuleTitle":"Matrix Algebra","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the basic concepts in matrix algebra which has applications in science, engineering, statistics, economics and operations research. The main objective is to equip students with the basic skills in computing with real vectors and matrices.  Specially designed for students not majoring in mathematics, in particular those who read a minor in mathematics, it is also suitable for students who are keen to pick up mathematical skills that will be useful in their own areas of studies. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nMajor topics: Gaussian elimination, solutions to simultaneous equations, matrices, vectors, special matrices, matrix inverses, linear independence, rank, determinants, vectors in geometry, and cross product,\r\n\r\nintroduction to eigenvalues and eigenvectors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"AO-LEVEL MATHEMATICS OR H1 MATHEMATICS OR MA1301 OR MA1301FC or MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1101R, MA1506, MA1508, FoE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1421","ModuleTitle":"Basic Applied Mathematics for Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to equip science students with the basic mathematics concepts and techniques required in many scientific disciplines, notably chemistry. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics include mathematical fundamentals (basics of calculus, matrix algebra and differential equations), graphical, numerical and statistical methods, and techniques in data processing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"AO-Level Mathematics or H1 Mathematics","Preclusion":"Majors in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Quantitative Finance or Statistics, second major in Mathematics, Financial Mathematics or Statistics, students who have passed any of the modules MA1102R, MA1312, MA1505, MA1506, MA1507, MA1521.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA1505","ModuleTitle":"Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Refer to link at \r\n\r\nhttp://ww1.math.nus.edu.sg/undergrad.aspx?file=stu-modules","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-2-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' LEVEL MATHEMATICS OR H2 MATHEMATICS OR MA1301 OR MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1102R, MA1312, MA1507, MA1511, MA1521, MA2311, MA2501, EE1461, PC2174","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MA1506","ModuleTitle":"Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Refer to link at \r\n\r\nhttp://ww1.math.nus.edu.sg/undergrad.aspx?file=stu-modules","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-6","Prerequisite":"Read MA1102R or MA1505 or MA1521","Preclusion":"MA1101R, MA1311, MA2312, MA1508, MA2501, EE1461, PC2174","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1507","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Calculus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide a foundation for calculus of one and several variables. The module is targeted at students in the Engineering Science Programme. Topics: brief review of one variable calculus, sequences and series, tests of convergence and divergence, power series in one variable, interval of convergence, Maclaurin and Taylor series, Taylor's theorem with remainder, lines and planes, functions of several variables, continuity of functions of several variables, partial derivatives, chain rule, directional derivatives, normal lines and tangent planes to surfaces, extrema of functions, vector-valued functions, curves, tangents and arc length, gradient, divergence and curl, line, surface and volume integrals, Green's theorem, divergence theorem, Stokes' theorem.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’ Level or H2 Mathematics or equivalent","Preclusion":"MA1102R, MA1104, MA2104, MA1505, MA1511, MA1512, MA1521, MA2311","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA1511","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Calculus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a seven-week module specially designed for students majoring in Engineering. It introduces the basic concepts in one variable and several variable calculus with applications in engineering. Main topics: One variable calculus. Power series. Partial differentiation. Multiple integrals. Vector Calculus.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-2-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’-Level or H2 Mathematics or equivalent, or MA1301 or MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1102R, MA1312, MA1505, MA1506, MA1507, MA1521, MA2311, MA2501, EE1461, PC2174","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA1512","ModuleTitle":"Differential Equations for Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a seven-week module specially designed for students majoring in Engineering. It introduces the basic concepts in differential equations with applications in engineering. Major topics: First order ordinary differential equations and applications. Second order ordinary differential equations and applications. Partial differential equations and applications. Laplace transforms and applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-2-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘A’-Level or H2 Mathematics or equivalent, or MA1301 or MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1506, MA1507, EE1461, PC2174","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA1521","ModuleTitle":"Calculus for Computing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a basic foundation for calculus and its related subjects required by computing students. The objective is to train the students to be able to handle calculus techniques arising in their courses of specialization. In addition to the standard calculus material, the course also covers simple mathematical modeling techniques and numerical methods in connection with ordinary differential equations. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics: \r\n\r\nPreliminaries on sets and number systems. \r\n\r\nCalculus of functions of one variable and applications. \r\n\r\nSequences, series and power series.   \r\n\r\nFunctions of several variables. Extrema.\r\n\r\nFirst and second order differential equations. \r\n\r\nBasic numerical methods for ordinary differential equations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"GCE 'A' LEVEL MATHEMATICS OR H2 MATHEMATICS OR MA1301 OR MA1301FC OR MA1301X","Preclusion":"MA1102R, MA1312, MA1505, MA1507, MA2501, MA1511, FoE students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2101","ModuleTitle":"Linear Algebra II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of MA1101 Linear Algebra I intended for second year students. The student will learn more advanced topics and concepts in linear algebra. A key difference from MA1101 is that there is a greater emphasis on conceptual understanding and proof techniques than on computations.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics: Matrices over a field. Determinant. Vector spaces. Subspaces. Linear independence. Basis and dimension. Linear transformations. Range and kernel. Isomorphism. Coordinates. Representation of linear transformations by matrices. Change of basis. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Diagonalizable linear operators. Cayley-Hamilton Theorem. Minimal polynomial. Jordan canonical form. Inner product spaces. Cauchy-Schwartz inequality. Orthonormal basis. Gram-Schmidt Process. Orthogonal complement. Orthogonal projections. Best approximation. The adjoint of a linear operator.  Normal and self-adjoint operators. Orthogonal and unitary operators.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1101R or MA1506 or MA1508 or MA1508E or MA1513","Preclusion":"MA2101S, MA2101H, MA2201, MA2203, MQ2201, MQ2101, MQ2203","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2108","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Analysis I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to introduce the student to the contents and methods of elementary mathematical analysis. The course develops rigorously the following concepts arising from calculus: the real number system, sequences and series of constant terms, limit and continuity of functions. The emphasis is on logical rigour. The student will be exposed to and be expected to acquire the skills to read and write mathematical proofs.  Major topics: Basic properties of real numbers, supremum and infimum, completeness axiom. Sequences, limits, monotone convergence theorem, Bolzano-Weierstrass theorem, Cauchy's criterion for convergence. Infinite series, Cauchy's criteria, absolute and conditional convergence, tests for convergence.  Limits of functions, fundamental limit theorems, one-sided limits, limits at infinity, monotone functions. Continuity of functions, intermediate-value theorem, extreme-value theorem, inverse functions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1102R or MA1505 or MA1511 or MA1505C or MA1507 or MA1521","Preclusion":"MA2108S, MA2206, MA2208, MA2221, MA2311, MQ2202, MQ2102, MQ2203, CN2401, EE2401, ME2492","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2202","ModuleTitle":"Algebra I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces basic concepts in group theory. Major topics: Modular arithmetics. Binary operations. Groups. Sugroups. Group homomorphisms. Examples of groups Symmetric groups and Cayley's theorem. Cyclic groups. Cosets and Theorem of Lagrange. Fermat's Little Theorem and Euler's phi function. Direct products of groups. Normal subgroups. Quotient groups. Isomorphism Theorems. Group actions. Stabilizers and orbits.Examples and applications.\n\n\n\nMajor topics: Divisibility, congruences. Permutations. Binary operations. Groups. Examples of groups including finite abelian groups from the study of integers and finite non-abelian groups constructed from permutations. Subgroups. Cyclic groups. Cosets. Theorem of Lagrange. Fermat’s Little Theorem and Euler's Theorem. Direct products of groups.  Normal subgroups. Quotient groups. Isomorphism Theorems","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1100 or MA1100S or CS1231 or CS1231S\r\n","Preclusion":"MA2202S, MA3250, MQ3201,CVE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2202S","ModuleTitle":"Algebra I (S)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to develop the learning\r\n\r\ncapabilities and hone the problem solving skills of talented\r\n\r\nstudents at a mathematically deeper and more rigorous\r\n\r\nlevel. The contents of this module will consist of those in\r\n\r\nthe regular module (MA2202 Algebra I) and the following\r\n\r\nadditional topics: Group action, group representations,\r\n\r\nprofinite groups and classical groups.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-2-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"(MA1100 or MA1100S or CS1231 or CS1231S) and departmental approval","Preclusion":"MA2202, MA3250, MQ3201, CVE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2213","ModuleTitle":"Numerical Analysis I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a first course on the theory and applications of numerical approximation techniques. Through the study of this module, the students will gain an understanding of how in practice mathematically formulated problems are solved using computers, and how computational errors are analysed and tackled. The students will be equipped with a number of commonly used numerical algorithms and knowledge and skill in performing numerical computation using MATLAB. The module is intended for mathematics majors and students from engineering and physical sciences. It will provide a firm basis for future study of numerical analysis and scientific computing. Major topics: Computational errors, direct method for systemsof linear equations, interpolation and approximation, numerical integration, use of MATLAB software.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"(MA1102R or MA1312 or MA1507 or MA1505 or MA1521 or MA1511 or EG1402 or EE1401 or EE1461) and (MA1101R or MA1311 or MA1508 or MA1506 or MA1508E or MA1513)","Preclusion":"CE2407, ME3291, CN3421, CN3411, CHE students (for breadth requirements), EVE students (for breadth requirements), DSA2102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2214","ModuleTitle":"Combinatorics and Graphs I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The main objective of this module is to introduce to students fundamental principles and techniques in combinatorics as well as the basics of graph theory, which have practical applications in such areas as computer science and operations research. The major topics from combinatorics are: Permutations and Combinations, Binomial and Multinomial Coefficients, The Principle of Inclusion\r\nand Exclusion, Generating Functions, Recurrence Relations, Special Numbers including Fibonacci Numbers, Stirling Numbers, Catalan Numbers, Harmonic Numbers and Bernoulli Numbers. The major topics from graph theory are: Basic Concepts and Results, Bipartite graphs and trees.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1100 or MA1101R or MA1311 or MA1506 or MA1508 or MA1508E or MA1513 or CS1231 or CS1231S","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2216","ModuleTitle":"Probability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to give an elementary introduction to probability theory for science (including computing science, social sciences and management sciences) and engineering students with knowledge of elementary calculus. It will cover not only the mathematics of probability theory but\r\nwill work through many diversified examples to illustrate the wide scope of applicability of probability. Topics covered are: counting methods, sample space and events, axioms of probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, joint and marginal distributions, conditional distribution, independence of random variables, expectation,\r\nconditional expectation, moment generating function, central limit theorem, the weak law of large numbers. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite. It is an essential module for Industrial and Systems Engineering students.","CrossModule":"ST2131","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1102R or MA1312 or MA1507 or MA1505 or MA1505C or MA1511 or MA1521","Preclusion":"ST2131 (Cross-listing), ST2334, CE2407","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2288","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is entirely project based. It allows the student the opportunity to engage in independent learning and research. It also affords the student the chance to delve into topics that may not be present in the regular curriculum. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"MA1101R and departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2289","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This provides a continuation of work done in MA2288 and the project should be of two semester's duration. Please see section 4.4.3.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"MA1101R and departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA2311","ModuleTitle":"Techniques in Advanced Calculus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module applies advanced calculus to practical, computational and mathematical problems. It covers the approximation of a general function by polynomials, the defining equations of lines and planes, the method to find maximum or minimum of a function, as well as the calculation of area, volume, surface area, mass, centre of gravity. The course is for students with advanced calculus background and with interest in the applications of calculus. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics: Sequences. Monotone convergence theorem. Series. Absolute and conditional convergence. Tests of convergence. Power series and interval of convergence. Taylor's series. Differentiation and integration of power series. Vector algebra in R2 and R3. Dot product and cross product. Functions of several variables. Limits and continuity. Partial derivatives. Total differentials. Directional derivatives. Gradients of functions. Mean value theorem. Taylor's formula. Maximum and minimum. Second derivative test. Vector valued functions of several variables. Jacobians. Chain rule. Tangent planes and normal lines to surfaces in R3. Lagrange's multiplier method. Multiple integrals. Iterated integrals. Change of order of integration. Change of variable formula for multiple integrals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1102R or MA1312 or MA1421 or MA1521","Preclusion":"MA1104, MA2104, MA1505, MA1507, MA1511, MA2108, MA2108S, MPE students, Mathematics majors, Applied Mathematics majors, Quantitative Finance majors, second major in Mathematics, second major in Financial Mathematics","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA2501","ModuleTitle":"Differential Equations and Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module has subjects in differential equations and how they can be applied in variety of different systems. The topics covered include: first-order differential equations, separation of variables, linearity and nonlinearity, growth and decay phenomena, second-order differential equations, real and complex characteristic roots, forced oscillations, conservative and non-conservative systems, linear systems with real and complex eigenvalues, decoupling linear systems, stability and linear classifications, forced equations and systems, Fourier transforms and applications, nonhomogenous equations, Laplace transforms, stability, feedback and control. \n\n\n\nTopics Covered \n\nFirst-order differential equations: dynamical system models, solutions and directional fields, separation of variables, solving first-order DE.  Linearity and nonlinearity: growth and decay phenomena, linear models: examples, non-linear models: examples.  Second-order differential equations: real and complex characteristic roots, forced oscillations, conservative and non-conservative systems. Linear system of differential equations: linear systems with real and complex eigenvalues, decoupling linear systems, stability and linear classifications.  Forced equations and systems: Fourier transforms and applications, linear nonhomogenous equations, Laplace transforms, stability, feedback and control.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"MA1507 and (MA1508 or MA1508E)","Preclusion":"MA1505, MA1505C, MA1506, MA1512, MA1521, MA2210, MA2312, MA1511","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3110","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Analysis II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a continuation of MA2108 Mathematical Analysis I. The objective of this module is to introduce the student to the contents and methods of elementary mathematical analysis. The course develops rigorously the following concepts arising from calculus: the derivative, the Riemann integral, sequences and series of functions. The emphasis is on logical rigour. The student will be exposed to and be expected to acquire the skills to read and write mathematical proofs. Major topics: Differentiation: the derivative, Mean Value Theorem and applications, L'Hospital rules, Taylor's Theorem. The Riemann integral: Riemann integrable functions, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, change of variable, integration by parts. Sequences of functions: Pointwise and uniform convergence, interchange of limits and continuity, derivative and integral, the exponential and logarithmic functions, the trigonometric functions. Series of functions: Cauchy criterion, Weierstrass M-test, power series, radius of convergence, term-by-term differentiation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA2108 or MA2108S","Preclusion":"MA2118, MA2118H, MA2205, MQ3202, MA3110S, ST2236.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3110S","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Analysis II (S)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to develop the learning capabilities and hone the problem solving skills of talented students at a mathematically deeper and more rigorous level. In addition to lectures and tutorials, one extra special hour each week will be devoted to solving challenging problems and studying some additional topics and those topics briefly mentioned in the regular module. \n\nThe contents of this module will consist of those in the regular module (MA3110) and the following additional topics: differentiation of vector-valued functions, Riemann-Stieltjes integral.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-2-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"(MA2108 or MA2108S) and departmental approval","Preclusion":"MA2118, MA2118H, MA2205, MQ3202, MA3110","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3111","ModuleTitle":"Complex Analysis I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is a first course on the analysis of one complex variable.  In this module, students will learn the basic theory and techniques of complex analysis as well as some of its applications.  Target students are mathematics undergraduate students in the Faculty of Science.  Major topics: complex numbers, analytic functions, Cauchy-Riemann equations, harmonic functions, contour integrals, Cauchy-Goursat theorem, Cauchy integral formulas, Taylor series, Laurent series, residues and poles, applications to computation of improper integrals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"(MA1104 or MA2104 or MA1507) and (MA3110 or MA3110S)","Preclusion":"MA3111S, EE3002, MPE students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3205","ModuleTitle":"Set Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory mathematical course in set theory. There are two main objectives:  One is to present some basic facts about abstract sets, such as, cardinal and ordinal numbers, axiom of choice and transfinite recursion; the other is to explain why set theory is often viewed as foundation of mathematics. This module is designed for students who are interested in mathematical logic, foundation of mathematics and set theory itself.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics: Algebra of sets.  Functions and relations.  Infinite sets.  Induction and definition by recursion.  Countable and uncountable sets.  Linear orderings.  Well orderings and ordinals.  Axiom of choice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1100 or MA1100S or CS1231 or CS1231S\r\n","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3209","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Analysis III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module has two main objectives: to introduce analysis in the setting of metric spaces and to present multivariable differential calculus at a more advanced level. Major topics: Metric spaces and examples, topology of metric spaces, convergence of sequences., completeness, continuity of functions and uniform continuity, compactness, contraction mappings, Banach’s fixed point theorem, differentiable functions from Rn to Rm, inverse function theorem and implicit function theorem.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"(MA3110 or MA3110S) and (MA1104 or MA2104 or MA1507)","Preclusion":"MA3213, MA3251","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3218","ModuleTitle":"Applied Algebra","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Modern algebra is used in a variety of areas such as coding theory and cryptography. The focus of this module is to introduce elementary concepts of abstract algebra and some of their applications. Upon completing this module, the student will have some basic knowledge of modern algebra and an understanding of some applications such as those in coding theory and cryptography. Major Topics: Integers, binary operations, groups, cosets, rings, division domain, polynomial rings, fields, finite fields. Introduction to coding theory, block codes, linear codes, Hamming distances, Hamming codes, Reed-Muller codes, cyclic codes, Reed-Solomon codes. Introduction to cryptography, substitution ciphers, permutation cipher, block ciphers. Other applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA2101 or MA2101S","Preclusion":"MA2202, MA2202S, EE4103","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3220","ModuleTitle":"Ordinary Differential Equations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The study of ordinary differential equations (ODEs) has been a centerpiece in both pure and applied mathematics, such as in mathematical analysis, dynamical systems and mathematical modeling. The aim of this module is to give a thorough treatment on the fundamental theory of ODEs and the methods of solving ODEs. Major topics: Review of first order equations, Basic theory of linear differential equations, Variation of parameters, Principle of superposition, Wronskian, Abel's formula, Adjoint and self-adjoint equations, Lagrange and Green's identities, Sturm's separation and comparison theorems, Linear differential systems, Series solutions of second order linear differential equations, Method of Frobenius, Initial value problems, Lipschitz condition, Picard's method of successive approximations, Existence and uniqueness of solution, Gronwall’s inequality, Continuous dependence on initial value.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"(MA1104 or MA2104 or MA1505 or MA1507 or MA1511 or MA1521) and (MA1101R or MA1311 or MA1506 or MA1508 or MA1508E or MA1513) and (MA2108 or MA2108S)","Preclusion":"MA2312, PC2174","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3236","ModuleTitle":"Non-Linear Programming","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Optimization principles are of undisputed importance in modern design and system operation. The objective of this course is to present these principles and illustrate how algorithms can be designed from the mathematical theories for solving optimization problems.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics: Fundamentals, unconstrained optimization: one-dimensional search, Newton-Raphson method, gradient method, constrained optimization: Lagrangian multipliers method, Karush-Kuhn-Tucker optimality conditions, Lagrangian duality and saddle point optimality conditions, convex programming: Frank-Wolfe method.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1104 or MA2104 or MA1506 or MA1507 or MA1505 or MA1511 or MA2311","Preclusion":"DSC3214 or DSN3701","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3238","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Processes I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the concept of modelling dependence and focuses on discrete-time Markov chains. Topics include discrete-time Markov chains, examples of discrete-time Markov chains, classification of states, irreducibility, periodicity, first passage times, recurrence and transience, convergence theorems and stationary distributions.  This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"ST3236","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"{MA1101 or MA1101R or MA1311 or MA1508 or GM1302} and {MA2216 or ST2131}","Preclusion":"ST3236.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3264","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Modelling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to introduce the use of mathematics as an effective tool in solving real-world problems through mathematical modelling and analytical and/or numerical computations. By using examples in physical, engineering, biological and social sciences, we show how to convert real-world problems into mathematical equations through proper assumptions and physical laws. Qualitative analysis and analytical solutions for some models will be provided to interpret and explain qualitative and quantitative phenomena of the real-world problems. Major topics: Introduction of modelling; dynamic (or ODE) models: population models, pendulum motion; electrical networks, chemical reaction, etc; optimization and discrete models: profit of company, annuity, etc; probability models: president election poll, random walk, etc; Model analysis: dimensional analysis, equilibrium and stability, bifurcation, etc; and some typical applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA1104 or MA2104 or MA1104S or MA1506 or MA2108 or MA2108S or MA2221 or MA1505 or MA1511 or MA2311","Preclusion":"MPE students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3265","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Number Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Number theory is an area that attracts the attention of many great mathematicians. Attempts to solve some number theoretic problems (such as the Fermats Last Theorem) often lead to new areas of mathematics. A recent application of an elementary number theoretic result called the Eulers Theorem to cryptography (RSA system) has further established the importance of this area in applied mathematics. The aim of this course is to introduce various topics in number theory and to connect these topics with algebra, analysis and combinatorics. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics: Prime numbers, multiplicative functions, theory of congruences, quadratic residues, algebraic numbers and integers, sums of squares and gauss sums, continued fractions, transcendental numbers, quadratic forms, genera and class group, partitions, diophantine equations, basic theory of elliptic curves","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"{MA2108 or MA2108S} and {MA2202 or MA2202S}","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3269","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Finance I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the students to the basics of financial mathematics and targets all students who have an interest in building a foundation in financial mathematics. Topics include basic mathematical theory of\r\ninterest, term structure of interest rates, fixed income securities, risk aversion, basic utility theory, single-period portfolio optimization, basic option theory. Mathematical rigor will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"(CS1010 or CS1010E or CS1010S or CS1010FC or IT1006 or CS1101 or CS1101C or CS1101S or IT1002) and (ST2131 or ST2334 or MA2216)","Preclusion":"QF2101 Basic Financial Mathematics","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is entirely project based. It allows the student the opportunity to engage in independent learning and research. It also affords the student the chance to delve into topics that may not be present in the regular curriculum. Projects registered under MA3288 are intended to be at a more advanced level than those under MA2288/9. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a continuation of work done in MA3288 and the project should be of two semesters' duration. Please see section 4.4.3.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Mathematics or Applied Mathematics as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA3312","ModuleTitle":"Enhanced Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 16-20 weeks during regular semester.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Mathematics or Applied Mathematics as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3312 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The Honours project is intended to give students the opportunity to work independently, to encourage students develop and exhibit aspects of their ability not revealed or tested by the usual written examination, and to foster skills that could be of continued usefulness in their subsequent careers. The project work duration is one year (including assessment).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-30-0","Prerequisite":"Only for students matriculated from 2002/2003, subject to faculty and departmental requirements","Preclusion":"XFS4199M","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4203","ModuleTitle":"Galois Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this course is to study field theory and its application to classical problems such as squaring a circle, trisecting an angle and solving the quintic polynomial equation by radicals. Major topics: Field extensions, finite and algebraic extensions, automorphisms of fields, splitting fields and normal extensions, separable extensions, primitive elements, finite fields, Galois extensions, roots of unity, norm and trace, cyclic extensions, solvable and radical extensions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA3201","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4230","ModuleTitle":"Matrix Computation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This course provides essential ideas and techniques as well as algorithms in numerical linear algebra that are needed in scientific computing and data analytics for effectively working with vectors and matrices. The major difficulties faced in solving problems in linear algebra numerically are discussed, as well as the associated applications often seen in practice. The emphasis is on the development of elegant and powerful algorithms and their applications for solving practical problems. Major topics include basic vector and matrix manipulation, the singular value decomposition, QR factorization, least squares problems, conditioning and stability, eigenvalue problems, and various applications in scientific computing and data science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"{MA2101 or MA2101S} and {MA2213 or DSA2102}","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MA4235","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Graph Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module covers some advanced as well as special topics in Graph Theory. The topics are to be chosen from: Domination Theory, Edge Coloring, List Coloring, Graph Ramsey Theory, Chromatic Polynomials, Reconstruction Problem, Planar Graphs, Perfect Graphs, Matroid Theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA3233","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4247","ModuleTitle":"Complex Analysis II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a second course in complex analysis which aims to introduce the student to some of the beautiful main results and applications of complex analysis. The nature of the topic allows the student to learn and understand the proofs and applications of some very strong results with relatively little background, it also shows the interplay between geometry, analysis and algebra.\r\n\r\nMajor topics: Argument principle (including Rouche's Theorem), open mapping theorem, maximum modulus principle, conformal mapping and linear fractional transformations, harmonic functions, and analytic continuation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA3111 or MA3111S","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4254","ModuleTitle":"Discrete Optimization","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Discrete optimization deals with problems of maximizing or minimizing a function over a feasible region of discrete structure. These problems come from many fields like operations research, management science and computer science. The primary objective of this module is twofold: (a) to study key techniques to separate easy problems from difficult ones and (b) to use typical methods to deal with difficult problems. \r\n\r\nMajor topics: Integer programming: cutting plane techniques, branch and bound enumeration, partitioning algorithms, the fixed charge and plant location problems. Sequencing and job-shop scheduling. Vehicle routing problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA2215 or MA3252 or DSC3214 or DSN3701","Preclusion":"MA3235, ISE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4262","ModuleTitle":"Measure and Integration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is suitable not only for mathematics majors, but also for science and engineering majors who need a rigorous introduction to the concepts of measures and integrals. It covers Lebesgue measure and Lebesgue integral in a rigorous manner. We begin complicated proofs with an introduction which shows why the proof works. Examples are included to show why each hypothesis of a major theorem is necessary. \r\n\r\nMajor topics: Lebesgue measure. Outer measure. Measurable sets. Regularity of Lebesgue measure. Existence of nonmeasurable sets. Measurable functions. Egoroff's Theorem. Lusin's Theorem. Lebesgue integral. Convergence theorem. Differentiation. Vitali covering lemma. Functions of bounded variation. Absolute continuity. Lp spaces. Holder's inequality. Minkowski's inequality. Riesz-Fischer theorem.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA3209","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4268","ModuleTitle":"Mathematics for Visual Data Processing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This multi-disciplinary module focuses on various\r\nimportant mathematical methods addressing problems\r\narising in imaging and vision. Topics covered include:\r\nContinuous and discrete Fourier transform, Gabor\r\ntransform, Wiener filter, variational principle, level set\r\nmethod, applied differential geometry, linear and nonlinear\r\nleast squares, regularization methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"MA2213","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA4269","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Finance II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module imparts to students in-depth knowledge of pricing and hedging of financial derivatives in equity, currency and fixed income markets. Major topics include fundamental of asset pricing, basic stochastic calculus, Ito’s formula, Black-Scholes models for European, American, path-dependent options such as Barrier, Asian and Lookback options, as well as multi-asset options and\r\nAmerican exchange options.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"(MA1104 or MA1506 or MA1507 or MA1511 or MA2104 or MA2311) and MA3269","Preclusion":"MA3245 Financial Mathematics I\r\nMA4257 Financial Mathematics II","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA4291","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Topics in Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This topics module is intended as an elective module for\r\nstrong and motivated students specialising in\r\nmathematics. The topics for the module will be chosen\r\nfrom a fundamental area of mathematics and may change\r\nfrom year to year. Besides regular lectures, each student\r\nwill do independent study, give presentations and submit a\r\nterm paper. There will be opportunities in the course for\r\nthe students to conduct individual or group research on the\r\ntopics discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5198","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINAR MODULE IN MATHEMATICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"A theme or one or several topics in mathematics, which may vary from semester to semester, will be chosen by the lecturer-in-charge or students enrolled in the module. Students will take turns to give seminar presentations on the chosen topics. Students will also be required to provide verbal critique and submit written reports on selected presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-1-7","Prerequisite":"Only for graduate research students in the Department of Mathematics who matriculated in 2004 or later.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA5203","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Algebra I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for graduate students in both pure and applied mathematics. It covers topics from the five basic areas of groups, rings, modules, fields and multi-linear algebra, including group actions, Sylow theorems, Jordan-Holder theorem, semisimple modules, chain conditions, bimodules, tensor products and localizations, algebraic, separable and normal field extensions, algebraic closures, multilinear forms, quadratic forms, symmetric and exterior algebras.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"MA3201 and departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5205","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Analysis I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module covers Lebesgue integration and related topics. It is intended for graduate students in mathematics. Major topics:\r\n(1) Quick review of properties of Rn, Lebesgue measure on Rn, Borel sets, Lebesgue nonmeasurable sets, Riemann-Lebesgue function, Lusin’s and Egoroff’s Theorems, convergence in measure.\r\n(2) Lebesgue integration, convergence theorems, evaluation of the integral in terms of the distribution function, Lp spaces, density of C¿¿ functions in Lp(Rn), p < ¿¿, abstract integration.\r\n(3) Product integration, Fubini’s and Tonelli’s Theorems, application to convolution, approximate identities and maximal function.\r\n(4) Lebesgue Differentiation Theorem, Vitali covering, functions of bounded variation, absolutely continuous functions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"4-0-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"MA4262 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"MA5215","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5208","ModuleTitle":"Algebraic Geometry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is a first course in algebraic geometry, introducing the basic objects (varieties) and basic geometric constructs and notions (products, fibers of morphisms, dimensions, tangent spaces, smoothness) with applications to curves and surfaces. It is suitable for students who intend to work in number theory, representation theory, algebraic geometry and topology and geometry in general.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA3201 or MA5203 or MA5204 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5210","ModuleTitle":"Differentiable Manifolds","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module studies differentiable manifolds and the calculus on such manifolds.  It covers the following topics: tangent spaces and vector fields in Rn, the Inverse Mapping Theorem, differential manifolds, diffeomorphisms, immersions, submersions, submanifolds, tangent bundles and vector fields, cotangent bundles and tensor fields, tensor and exterior algebras, orientation of manifolds, integration on manifolds, Stokes' theorem.  The course is for mathematics graduate students with interest in topology or geometry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA3209 or MA3215 or MA3251 or MA4266 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5219","ModuleTitle":"Logic and Foundation of Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for graduate students in mathematics, and students in computer science and philosophy who have sufficient mathematical background.  The core of the module is Gdels incompleteness theorem.  Before that, some basic knowledge on first order logic, such as compactness theorem and properties of reducts of number theory, will be discussed.  After that, some basic topics in Recursion Theory and Model Theory are introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA4207 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5233","ModuleTitle":"Computational Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module studies computational methods in mathematics. It covers the following topics: computational linear algebra, numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations, parallel algorithms. The course is for mathematics graduate students with interest in computation methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA3228 or MA4255 or MA4230 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5243","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Mathematical Programming","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for graduate students in mathematics.  It covers the following major topics:\r\nIntroduction to convex analysis;  Theory of constrained optimization; Lagrangian duality;  \r\nAlgorithms for constrained optimization, in particular, penalty, barrier and augmented Lagrangian methods; Interior-point methods for convex programming, in particular, linear and semidefinite programming. \r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA3236 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5248","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Analysis in Mathematical Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the basic techniques in stochastic analysis as well as their applications in mathematical finance.   \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMajor topics:  Brownian motion, stochastic calculus, stochastic differential equations, mathematical markets, arbitrage, completeness, optimal stopping problems, stochastic control, risk-neutral pricing, and generalized Black-Scholes models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"MA4262 or MA3245 or MA4269 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5252","ModuleTitle":"Methods of Applied Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is intended for graduate students interested in pursuing research in applied and computational mathematics. It provides a concise and self-contained introduction to important methods used in applied mathematics, especially in the asymptotic analysis of differential equations involving multiple scales. Major topics include scaling analysis, perturbation methods, the WKB method, the averaging method, multi-scale expansion and the method of homogenization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA4221 or MA4252 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA5253","ModuleTitle":"Riemann Surfaces","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This course will be an introduction to Riemann surfaces, focusing on topics such as topology of Riemann surfaces, divisors and line bundles, differential forms and Hodge theory, the Riemann-Roch theorem, period mappings, the Poincaré-Koebe uniformisation theorem. We will also discuss more advanced topics such as algebraic curves, hyperbolic geometry and discrete groups of automorphisms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MA4247 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MA5295","ModuleTitle":"DISSERTATION FOR MSC BY COURSEWORK","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Student is expected to conduct research on a topic or area in mathematics, write a report and give an oral presentation on it.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-20-0","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval (for students in 2006/07 and later cohorts who are enrolled in M.Sc. in Mathematics by course work)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MA6251","ModuleTitle":"TOPICS IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"Topics offered will be of advanced mathematical nature and will be selected by the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MB5101","ModuleTitle":"The Cell as a Machine","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"MECHANOBIOLOGY INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MB5103","ModuleTitle":"Research Seminars in Mechanobiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"MECHANOBIOLOGY INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This module, required for doctoral students in Mechanobiology, studies the scientific seminar as a mode of communication, as well as studying a variety of\r\nmechanobiology topics that will be presented in seminar format. Students will have opportunities to work on 1) extracting information from research seminars;\r\n2) critical listening; 3) constructive criticism and identifying areas for\r\nimprovement; and 4) presenting a brief seminar on material directly related to\r\ntheir own research. Seminars will be presented by visiting scientists, members\r\nof the RCE, and the students themselves. Seminars are an effective way for students to interact with the broader scientific community and to keep abreast of the most recent research. The ultimate goal for this module is to\r\nenable students to get the greatest benefit from research seminars, whether they are participating as audience members or as speakers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1.5-0-0-0-3.5","Prerequisite":"Designed for 2nd year doctoral students","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MB5104","ModuleTitle":"Integrative Approach To Understand Cell Functions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"MECHANOBIOLOGY INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"The module provides an intensive 2-week “Bootcamp” course aimed at introducing new graduate students from biology or physical science backgrounds to key fundamental concepts and practical approaches in understanding cellular function. The focus is to develop a breadth of knowledge that allows students to pursue further depth in their respective research work. Major topics include the Central Dogma of Molecular Biology, gene cloning and editing, microscopy and bioimaging, coding and quantitative methods in biology, the choice and limitations of model organisms. These topics will be covered in lectures and reinforced in thematic-based practicals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-1-2-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MB5105","ModuleTitle":"Microfabrication for Biologists","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"MECHANOBIOLOGY INSTITUTE","ModuleDescription":"This modules aims at teaching the basic principles of soft lithography techniques that are classically used by biologists. Although clean room techniques will be presented to help understand the whole fabrication process and limitation, a strong emphasis will be placed on post processing that is often performed at the bench such as surface treatment, protein adsorbtion, UV treatment, polymerization. The modules will be articulated around \ni- a theoretical description of fabrication process, polymerization schemes and surface treatment scheme.\nii- Practical fabrication work at the bench in small groups. We will study both “classic” devices and processes as well as “custom” devices proposed by students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-0-1-0-2","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"MCI5001","ModuleTitle":"CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Only students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Investigation (MCI) programme can apply. All other students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and approval has to be sought from both the module coordinator and the MCI programme director","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MCI5002","ModuleTitle":"CLINICAL BIOSTATISTICS I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Only students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Investigation (MCI) programme can apply. All other students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and approval has to be sought from both the module coordinator and the MCI programme director","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MCI5003","ModuleTitle":"BASIC CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY FOR CLINICAL RESEARCH","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Only students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Investigation (MCI) programme can apply. All other students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and approval has to be sought from both the module coordinator and the MCI programme director","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MCI5004","ModuleTitle":"MOLECULAR BIOMARKERS IN CLINICAL RESEARCH","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Only students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Investigation (MCI) programme can apply. All other students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and approval has to be sought from both the module coordinator and the MCI programme director","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MCI5005","ModuleTitle":"ETHICS AND REGULATION OF CLINICAL RESEARCH","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Only students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Investigation (MCI) programme can apply. All other students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and approval has to be sought from both the module coordinator and the MCI programme director","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MCI5008","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5108","ModuleTitle":"BIOSTATISTICS FOR BASIC RESEARCH","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5204","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Topics in Pharmacology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to help students gain an in-depth understanding of advanced topics in (1) General pharmacology, (2) Neuropharmacology and (3) Cancer pharmacology using lectures and journal clubs given by clinical and basic science experts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5214","ModuleTitle":"RESEARCH SKILLS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"10-3-0-0-28","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5220","ModuleTitle":"Array and Omics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"The dawn of the human genome project in the 1990s has fuelled advances in 2 key technologies. They are the microarray technology for genomics and mass\r\nspectrometry for proteomics. From these platforms, many other specialty fields have emerged including array comparative genomic hybridization, microRNA array,\r\nphosphoproteomics, protein arrays and metabolomics, etc. These tools have propelled discoveries in basic and translational research. The module will educate students on these tools and their diverse applications of “array and\r\nomics” in this era of functional genomics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"4-1-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"Students should have basic knowledge of protein\r\nbiochemistry and DNA biology","Preclusion":"MDG5214","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5221","ModuleTitle":"Viral vectors for manipulating gene expression","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"The ability to manipulate gene expression in a cell, an organ or a whole organism is an important aspect in the delineation of the molecular mechanisms in health and disease. Hence, many conventional as well as newly developed techniques for gene expression manipulation are being used in biomedical research. One of the most used strategies involves the use of genetically engineered viruses to infect mammalian cells. This module will cover the use of viral gene delivery vectors for \r\n(i) Exogenous expression of genes \r\n(ii) Knockdown of genes by RNA interference","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5223","ModuleTitle":"Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce students to stem cell\r\nbiology, their origins, properties, function in tissue\r\nrepair/regeneration, and utility in therapy.\r\nMajor topics are\r\n1) ES cells\r\n2) Neural stem cells\r\n3) Muscle stem cells\r\n4) Stem cells and cancer\r\n5) Hematopoeitic stem cells\r\n6) Mesenchymal stem cells\r\n7) Induced pluripotent stem cells.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"4-0-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5229","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Topics in Signal Transduction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to give the students a system understanding of the key signal transduction pathways in the cell, with close implication in health and disease. The main topics include the following: \r\n(1) PI3K-MTOR pathways \r\n(2) MAPK pathways \r\n(3) Tyrosine kinase pathways \r\n(4) GPCR \r\n(5) Small GTPase \r\n(6) TNF signalling pathways \r\n(7) NF-kB pathways \r\n(8) Jak-STAT pathways \r\n(9) TGFb-Smad pathways \r\n(10) Hippo signaling   \r\n(11) Hedgehog signalling \r\n(12) AMPK signaling \r\n(13) Ubiquitination and protein degradation\r\nThese topics will be taught by leading experts with strong research background from NUHS, Duke-NUS and IMCB.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5231","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Biomedical and Behavioural Research Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"History and theoretical foundations of ethics in biomedical and behavioural research as well as examination of major ethical issues arising in the conduct of such research; topics covered include history of research ethics, theories and concepts in research ethics review, ethical issues relating to various research methodologies, and ethical issues arising in various types of biomedical and behavioural research","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-3-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5237","ModuleTitle":"BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION CAPSTONE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of the Capstone Project is for the students to\nengage in research and apply multi-disciplinary knowledge\nthey have acquired from their MSc program, to a real-world\nproblem focused on clinical health issues. During the\nproject, students utilise the entire process of solving a realworld\nteam-based project, from collecting to processing the\nactual data, to applying suitable analytic methods to the\nproblem. Students will work in small teams on a project\nsupervised by a mentor from various departments of NUH\nand NUS. The final project will be delivered in a written\nreport and a formal presentation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-1-0-1-2","Prerequisite":"MDG5227 Bio-Innovation & Entrepreneurship\nMDG5236 Principles & Concepts in Translational\nResearch","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5239","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Pharmacology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"The module is a continuation from MDG5238 Clinical Pharmacology I on the study of pharmacological properties of various classes of clinically useful drugs. It is organized according to drugs acting on various body systems; namely the cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinology. The whole group of antimicrobials for the treatment of infections and anti-cancer drugs will also be included. The scientific basis of the therapeutic applications of these drugs will be demonstrated to the students, thus promoting the safe and rational use of drugs in clinical therapeutics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"MDG5238 Clinical Pharmacology I","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MDG5771","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Seminar and Workshop","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (MEDICINE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2112","ModuleTitle":"Strength of Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course provides basic mechanical engineering\nknowledge and theory of mechanics of materials, and how\nthey are used to solve practical engineering problems. The\ncourse includes introduction to statics, concept of stress\nand strain, analysis of stresses and deflections in a loaded\nbeam, torsion of a circular bar as well as analysis of\nframes and machines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"EG1111 Engineering Principles and Practice I","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2121E","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Thermodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course develops a good understanding of the basic concepts and application of thermodynamics required for the analysis, modeling and design of thermal-fluid systems in engineering practice. Major topics include: Review of First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics and their applications; Reversible and Irreversible processes; Entropy; Non-flow and flow processes; Cycles involving entropy changes; Power/refrigeration and air cycles; Ideal gas mixtures; Psychrometry and applications; Fuels; Combustion and First Law applied to combustion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.25-2.4.25","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM1121, TME2121","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2134","ModuleTitle":"Fluid Mechanics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course to fluid mechanics as applied to engineering. After introducing the basic terminology and a classification of fluid and flow, students are taught fluid statics, which cover hydrostatic forces on submerged bodies, surface tension forces, buoyancy, metacentric height and stability of floating bodies. Numerous examples of engineering applications pertaining to each aspect\nof fluid statics are presented. In the section on fluid dynamics, basic principles of fluid motion are introduced. This covers the continuity equation, Bernoulli and energy equations. The momentum equation and its engineering application using the control volume approach are included. In the analysis of fluid-mechanics problems, dimensional analysis and similitude are taught with engineering examples. On viscous flow in pipes, laminar and turbulent pipe flows, Hagen-Poiseuille law, friction factor, losses in pipe fittings and use of Moody’s Chart will be covered. This module ends with an introduction to pumps, their elementary theory and matching pump and system. characteristics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1.0-0.5-0-5.5","Prerequisite":"PC1431 or PC1431FC or PC1431X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2134E","ModuleTitle":"Fluid Mechanics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course to fluid mechanics as applied to engineering. After introducing the basic terminology and a classification of fluid and flow, students are taught fluid statics, which cover hydrostatic forces on submerged bodies, surface tension forces, buoyancy, metacentric height and stability of floating bodies. Numerous examples of engineering applications pertaining to each aspect of fluid statics are presented. In the section on fluid dynamics, basic principles of fluid motion are introduced. This covers the continuity equation, Bernoulli and energy equations. The momentum equation and its engineering application using the control volume approach are included. In the analysis of fluid-mechanics problems, dimensional analysis and similitude are taught with engineering examples. Finally, laminar and turbulent pipe flows, Hagen-Poiseuille law, friction factor, losses in pipe fittings and use of Moody’s Chart will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-0-5.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM1131, TME2134","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME2142","ModuleTitle":"Feedback Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This is a compulsory module and it introduces students to various fundamental concepts in control system analysis and design. Topics include mathematical modeling of dynamical systems, time responses of first and second-order systems, steady-state error analysis, frequency response analysis of systems and design methodologies based on both time and frequency domains. This module also introduces computer simulation as a means of system evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"MA1506","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2142E","ModuleTitle":"Feedback Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is a compulsory module and it introduces students to various fundamental concepts in control system analysis and design. Topics include mathematical modeling of dynamical systems, time responses of first and second-order systems, steady-state error analysis, frequency response analysis of systems and design methodologies based on both time and frequency domains. This module also introduces computer simulation as a means of system evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"TM2401","Preclusion":"TM3142, TME2142","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ME2143","ModuleTitle":"Sensors & Actuators","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces various components that are useful in the analysis, design and synthesis of mechatronic systems. The topics mainly include electronic circuits (analog and digital), sensors, actuators, etc. For the analog circuits, the operational amplifiers and its applications will be introduced. The working principles of semiconductor devices such as diodes and transistors will be explained. The digital circuits will then be introduced for digital electronics applications. For the sensors part, the basic principles and characteristics of various sensors for the measurement of physical quantities such as position, strain, temperature, etc will be introduced. The actuators section mainly covers the electric motors which include DC motors, stepper motors and AC motors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"PC1431/PC1431FC/PC1431X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2151","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Mechanical Eng. Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the foundation for understanding the structure-property-processing relationship in materials common in mechanical engineering. Topics explore the mechanical properties of metals and their alloys, the means of modifying such properties, as well as the failure and environmental degradation of materials. Practical applications are demonstrated through laboratory experiments to illustrate the concepts taught during lectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"None for engineering students","Preclusion":"MLE1101”.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME2151E","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Mechanical Eng. Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the foundation for understanding the structure-property-processing relationship in materials common in mechanical engineering. Topics explore the mechanical properties of metals and their alloys, the means of modifying such properties, as well as the failure and environmental degradation of materials. Practical applications are demonstrated through laboratory experiments to illustrate the concepts taught during lectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM1151, TME2151","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3000","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3001","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3103","ModuleTitle":"Mechanical Systems Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module consists of a project which is either (i) an industrysponsored project, (ii) an in-house project linked to external competitions, or, (iii) a project according to a prescribed theme proposed by a group of students. The students will work in\ngroups to complete the design of a mechanical product/system in the first half of the semester to be followed by the fabrication/testing of prototype(s) in the second half. In the course of project work, students will be exposed to the working of team\ndynamics, the engineering design process, report writing, oral presentation and project management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"1-1-8-2-3","Prerequisite":"ME2101 Fundamentals of Mechanical Design\nME2103 Engineering Visualisation and Modelling","Preclusion":"ME3101 Mechanical Systems Design I\nME3102 Mechanical Systems Design II","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3112E","ModuleTitle":"Mechanics of Machines","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the fundamental engineering principles on kinematics and kinetics. The topics of rigid body dynamics and vibration will be covered, including the theoretical development and practical application to mechanisms and machinery. The salient features of dynamics to be applied for each instance will be clearly explained and the interpretation of the results obtained will be highlighted.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-2-4.0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM2112, TME3112","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3122","ModuleTitle":"Heat Transfer","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the key concepts related to the different modes of heat transfer (conduction, convection and radiation) and principles of heat exchangers. It develops the students’ proficiency in applying these heat transfer concepts and principles, to analyse and solve practical engineering problems involving heat transfer processes. Topics include introduction to heat transfer; steady state heat conduction; transient heat conduction; lumped capacitance; introduction to convective heat transfer; external forced convection; internal forced convection; natural/free convection; blackbody radiation and radiative properties; radiative exchange between surfaces; introduction to heat exchangers and basic calculation of overall heat transfer coefficient.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"PC1431FC/PC1431/PC1431X","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3162","ModuleTitle":"Manufacturing Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Manufacturing processes: cold and hot working, rolling, extrusion, forgoing, sheet and metal blanking and forming, cold forming, welding, brazing, soldering, casting, powder metallurgy, plastics technology.\r\nMachine tools: RP, 3-D printing, Lathes, Milling, Drill press, Grinding and laser machining, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3162E","ModuleTitle":"Manufacturing Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the principles of computer-aided tools: CAD and CAM, which are widely used in modern design and manufacturing industry. By introducing the mathematical background and fundamental part programming of CAD/CAM, this course provides the basics for students to understand the techniques and their industrial applications. The topics are: CAD: geometric modelling methods for curves, surfaces, and solids; CAM: part fabrication by CNC machining based on given geometric model; Basics of CNC machining; Tool path generation in CAD/CAM (Option to introduce a CAM software to generate a CNC program for the machining of a part); Verification of fabricated part by CNC measurement based on given geometric model. The module is targeted at students specializing in manufacturing engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM2162, TME3162","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3211","ModuleTitle":"Mechanics Of Solids","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module covers topics on: Linear elasticity in which the general equations of equilibrium and compatibility are derived and its applications are illustrated for complex problems; Unsymmetrical bending of beams; Stresses in pressurized thick-walled cylinders in elastic and elasto-plastic regions; Stresses in rotating members; Introduction to mechanics of composite materials; and Experimental stress analysis with particular emphasis on optical methods. This is an elective module and is intended for students in Stage 3 and 4 who have an interest in the stress analysis of isotropic and composite materials. The materials in this module are applicable to chemical, civil, mechanical and aeronautical engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2114","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3211E","ModuleTitle":"Mechanics of Solids","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The module covers topics on: Linear elasticity in which the general equations of equilibrium and compatibility are derived and its applications are illustrated for complex problems; Unsymmetrical bending of beams; Stresses in pressurized thick-walled cylinders in elastic and elasto-plastic regions; Stresses in rotating members; Introduction to mechanics of composite materials; and Experimental stress analysis with particular emphasis on optical methods. This is an elective module and is intended for students in Stage 3 and 4 who have an interest in the stress analysis of isotropic and composite materials. The materials in this module are applicable to chemical, civil, mechanical and aeronautical engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2114E","Preclusion":"TM3211, TME3211","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3242","ModuleTitle":"Automation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Students will learn the approaches used in the design of sequencing circuits applied to machine-level industrial automation. Special emphasis is given to electromechanical and pneumatic systems. After a quick review of input sensing, pneumatic actuators, basic switching logic and elements, the design of sequential control systems using electromechanical ladder diagrams, purely pneumatic circuits and programmable logic controllers are introduced. Upon successful completion, students should be able to read and understand pneumatic circuits and electromechanical ladder diagrams and be able to quickly design and implement such circuits for any sequencing problem. This is a technical elective course targeted at third year mechanical engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"ME2143"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3242E","ModuleTitle":"Automation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Students will learn the approaches used in the design of sequencing circuits applied to machine-level industrial automation. Special emphasis is given to electromechanical and pneumatic systems. After a quick review of input sensing, pneumatic actuators, basic switching logic and elements, the design of sequential control systems using electromechanical ladder diagrams, purely pneumatic circuits and programmable logic controllers are introduced. Upon successful completion, students should be able to read and understand pneumatic circuits and electromechanical ladder diagrams and be able to quickly design and implement such circuits for any sequencing problem. This is a technical elective course targeted at third year mechanical engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM3242, TME3242","Corequisite":"ME2143E"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3251","ModuleTitle":"Materials For Engineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with basic knowledge in materials selection for mechanical design. The major topics are: Classification of engineering materials; Materials properties in design using case studies; Ferrous alloys (carbon and low-alloy steels, tool steels, stainless steels, cast irons); Non-ferrous alloys (Cu-, Al-, Mg-, Ti-, Zn-, Ni-alloys, etc.); Engineering plastics and composites; Engineering ceramics; Surface engineering and coating techniques; Joining processes; Material selection in design; Product costing and case studies. The module is aimed at students who want to specialise in mechanical product design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2151","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME3261","ModuleTitle":"Computer-Aided Design And Manufacturing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the principles of computer-aided tools: CAD and CAM, which are widely used in modern design and manufacturing industry. By introducing the mathematical background and fundamental part programming of CAD/CAM, this course provides the basics for students to understand the techniques and their industrial applications. The topics are: CAD: geometric modelling methods for curves, surfaces, and solids; CAM: part fabrication by CNC machining based on given geometric model; Basics of CNC machining; Tool path generation in CAD/CAM (Option to introduce a CAM software to generate a CNC program for the machining of a part); Verification of fabricated part by CNC measurement based on given geometric model. The module is targeted at students specializing in manufacturing engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2.5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"ME2162/ME3162"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3261E","ModuleTitle":"Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the principles of computer-aided tools: CAD and CAM, which are widely used in modern design and manufacturing industry. By introducing the mathematical background and fundamental part programming of CAD/CAM, this course provides the basics for students to understand the techniques and their industrial applications. The topics are: CAD: geometric modelling methods for curves, surfaces, and solids; CAM: part fabrication by CNC machining based on given geometric model; Basics of CNC machining; Tool path generation in CAD/CAM (Option to introduce a CAM software to generate a CNC program for the machining of a part); Verification of fabricated part by CNC measurement based on given geometric model. The module is targeted at students specializing in manufacturing engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2.5-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM3261, TME3261","Corequisite":"ME3162E"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3263","ModuleTitle":"Design For Manufacturing And Assembly","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches product design for manufacture and assembly. It covers the details of design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA) methods for practicing engineers and also allows for learning of concurrent or simultaneous engineering. The topics covered: Introduction, Selection of materials and processes; Product design for manual assembly; Design for automatic assembly and robotic assembly; Design for machining; Design for rapid prototyping and tooling (rapid mould making); Design for injection moulding. The module is targeted at students majoring in manufacturing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"ME2162/ME3162"},{"ModuleCode":"ME3263E","ModuleTitle":"Design for Manufacturing and Assembly","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches product design for manufacture and assembly. It covers the details of design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA) methods for practicing engineers and also allows for learning of concurrent or simultaneous engineering. The topics covered: Introduction, Selection of materials and processes; Product design for manual assembly; Design for automatic assembly and robotic assembly; Design for machining; Design for rapid prototyping and tooling (rapid mould making); Design for injection moulding. The module is targeted at students majoring in manufacturing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"TM3263, TME3263","Corequisite":"ME3162E"},{"ModuleCode":"ME4101","ModuleTitle":"Bachelor Of Engineering Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module consists mainly of an industrial or research-based project carried out under the supervision of one or more faculty members. It introduces students to the basic methodology of research in the context of a problem of current research interest. The module is normally taken over two consecutive semesters, and is a core requirement of the B.Eng. 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The module is intended for students pursuing a specialisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0.5-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"For students admitted to a specialisation","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4223","ModuleTitle":"Thermal Environmental Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to integrate knowledge in thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics to design and simulate air-conditioning systems, as well as to estimate and analyse the energy performance of buildings. Major topics include: Applications and basics; Psychrometrics; Comfort and health; Heat gains through building envelopes; Cooling load calculations; Air conditioning design calculations; Air conditioning systems; Air conditioning plants and equipment., Energy estimation and energy performance analysis. The module is designed for third and final-year students who are interested in the Cooling and Energy Efficiency of Buildings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2121, ME3122","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4223E","ModuleTitle":"Thermal Environmental Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to integrate knowledge in thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics to design and simulate air-conditioning systems, as well as to estimate and analyse the energy performance of buildings. Major topics include: Applications and basics; Psychrometrics; Comfort and health; Heat gains through building envelopes; Cooling load calculations; Air conditioning design calculations; Air conditioning systems; Air conditioning plants and equipment., Energy estimation and energy performance analysis. The module is designed for third and final-year students who are interested in the Cooling and Energy Efficiency of Buildings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2121E & ME3122E","Preclusion":"TM3223, TME4223","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME4226","ModuleTitle":"Energy and Thermal Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module provides applications of basic concepts in thermodynamics and heat transfer and extends students' understanding of energy technology areas and applications of current interest. Emphasis is on understanding of the principles of operation of various energy systems and their performance. Topics include: General thermodynamics relations and behaviour and process of real gases, Principle of operation and basic performance evaluation of mechanical thermal systems in conventional and new-technology areas such as absorption cooling, conventional and compact heat exchangers, steam power plants, combine cycle, micro gas turbines, cogeneration and fuel cells. This module is meant for students who have a special interest in energy and energy technology systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2121, ME3122","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4231","ModuleTitle":"Aerodynamics And Propulsion","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students the basic concepts/theories/applications in aerodynamics and propulsion. Major topics are: Characteristics and parameters for airfoil and wing aerodynamics; Incompressible flow past thin airfoils and finite-span wings; Aerodynamic design considerations; Compressible subsonic, transonic and supersonic flows past airfoils and supersonic flow past finite-span wings; Propulsion. The module is targeted at students who are interested in aerodynamics, especially those who intend to work in the aviation industry or those who intend to do R&D work in the aerodynamics area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2135","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4233","ModuleTitle":"Computational Methods In Fluid Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the application of numerical methods for solving incompressible fluid flow and convective heat transfer problems. Students will acquire an understanding of the basic principles of fluid flow simulation, a working knowledge of numerical implementation and an appreciation of the power of computational methods. Major topics covered are: Basic theory of numerical discretisation; Classification of equations; Solution methods for parabolic and elliptic equations in Streamfunction and Vorticity and Primitive Variable formulations of Navier-Stokes and Energy equations, Conservation form; Finite-volume discretisation and SIMPLE/R procedures; Marker & Cell procedures. This module is designed for students who have an interest in the use of computer-based methods for solving engineering problem in general and in particular fluid flow problems. The module is highly recommended for students whose final-year project involves computing fluid flow or convective heat transfer, or who intend to do graduate research in computation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2135","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4245","ModuleTitle":"Robot Mechanics and Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module facilitates the learning of the fundamentals of robotic manipulators for students to appreciate and understand their design and applications. Successful completion allows student to formulate the kinematics and dynamics of robotic manipulators consisting of a serial chain of rigid bodies and implement control algorithms with sensory feedback. The module is targeted at upper level undergraduates who have completed fundamental mathematics, mechanics, and control modules. Students will also gain a basic appreciation of the complexity in the control architecture and manipulator structure typical to new-generation robots.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"MA1506/ME2142 for ME students\r\nEE2010 / EE3331C for ECE students","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4245E","ModuleTitle":"Robot Mechanics and Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The module facilitates the learning of the fundamentals of robotic manipulators for students to appreciate and understand their design and applications. Successful completion allows student to formulate the kinematics and dynamics of robotic manipulators consisting of a serial chain of rigid bodies and implement control algorithms with sensory feedback. The module is targeted at upper level undergraduates who have completed fundamental mathematics, mechanics, and control modules. Students will also gain a basic appreciation of the complexity in the control architecture and manipulator structure typical to new-generation robots.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2142E for ME students\nEE2010E/EE3331E for EE students","Preclusion":"TM4245, TME4245","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME4256","ModuleTitle":"Functional Materials and Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Functional materials belong to a special category that is different from traditional structural materials. This category of materials provides special functionalities and is able to convert energy from one from to another. They can be found naturally and can also be engineered based on different requirements. This course covers principles of functional materials in inorganic and organic materials, and metals. The course will also provide applications of some functional materials in devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"ME2151, ME2143","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4256E","ModuleTitle":"Functional Materials and Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Functional materials belong to a special category that is different from traditional structural materials. This category of materials provides special functionalities and is able to convert energy from one from to another. They can be found naturally and can also be engineered based on different requirements. This course covers principles of functional materials in inorganic and organic materials, and metals. The course will also provide applications of some functional materials in devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"ME2151E, ME2143E","Preclusion":"ME4256, TME4256","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME4291","ModuleTitle":"Finite Element Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces the fundamental concepts of the finite element method, practical techniques in creating an FEM model, and demonstrates its applications to solve some important stress and thermal analysis problems in Mechanical Engineering. Some necessary background in mechanics will be briefed before the foundations of the FEM theory, concept and procedures are covered. Various formulations and applications to one- two- and threedimensional problems in solid mechanics and heat transfer will be covered to reinforce the theory and concepts. The precautions in the actual practice of FE analysis such as mesh design, modeling and verification will also be covered. Some instruction in the use of a commercial FEM software package will be given and students are expected to carry out one or more projects with it independently. This module should give students a good foundation for numerical simulation, and basic skills for carrying out stress and thermal analysis for a mechanical system.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-5-1","Prerequisite":"MA1505 (Mathematics I)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5001","ModuleTitle":"Mechanical Engineering Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves supervised project over two semesters, on a topic approved by the Programme Manager of Department. The project work should relate to one of the areas of Mechanical Engineering: Applied Mechanics, Control & Mechatronics, Energy and Bio-Thermal Systems, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing and Materials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ME5204","ModuleTitle":"AIR CONDITIONING AND BUILDING AUTOMATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this module is to introduce the various design aspects of generic air conditioning systems. Students will develop the competence to size and select the sub-components of a typical air conditioning plant to meet prescribed conditions. The topics of the course include: psychrometrics, heat load calculation, energy analysis of buildings, air conditioning systems for commercial and industrial applications, performance of refrigeration systems, cooling and dehumidifying coils, air and water distribution, sub-component selection and specification, building automation systems, energy management strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5300A","ModuleTitle":"Special Project in Computation and Modelling I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module will be an independent study based on an industry or internal project related to computation and modelling. The 1st semester works will be focusing on thorough literature survey on papers, problems and issues, and proposing some likely methods to resolve the problems. Some analysis, simulation or computation may be needed to verify the solutions proposed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Complete at least three (3) core modules from the core module list.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5301","ModuleTitle":"FLOW SYSTEMS ANALYSIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will learn to analyse and design fluid system under steady and unsteady operations. It covers the steady flow system analysis, transient flow analysis, fluid power and control, flow characteristics of system components, computer applications in flow system analysis and pressure surge control. This module further develops their knowledge on various aspects of fluid mechanics covered in their undergraduate module. This module is intended for graduate students and engineers interested in the analysis and design of complex fluid systems, including accurate gas flow\r\nmodels.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-3-3.5","Prerequisite":"ME2134 Fluid Mechanics I and ME2135 Fluid Mechanics II or equivalent","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME5304","ModuleTitle":"Experimental Fluid Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches techniques and skills in carrying out fluid mechanics experiments and data analyses. Major topics include: Similitude and modelling; Wind tunnel design; Velocity measurement; Pressure measurement; Shear stress measurement; Volume flow rate measurement; Wind tunnel blockage correction; End plate configurations; Flow visualization; Signal analysis. This module is primarily targeted at graduate students who are conducting experimental fluid mechanics research and those who have interests in experimental fluid mechanics. This module is also appropriate for undergraduate students enrolled in the department’s Aeronautical Engineering Specialization, especially those who are working on experimental fluid mechanics research for their final year projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"ME2135 Fluid Mechanics II","Preclusion":"ME4234","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5401","ModuleTitle":"LINEAR SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"linear system theory is the core of modern control appropaches, such as optimal, robust, adaptive and multi-variable control. This module develops a solid understanding of the fundamentals of linear systems analysis and design using the state space approach. Topics covered include state space representation of systems; solution of state equations; stability analysis using Lyapunov methods; controllability and observability; linear state feedback design; asymptotic observer and compensator design, decoupling and servo control. This module is a must for higher degree students in control engineering, robotics or servo engineering. It is also very useful for those who are interested in signal processing and computer engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EE4302 or ME4246","Preclusion":"MCH5201, EE5101/EE5101R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5403","ModuleTitle":"Computer Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to introduce the basic concepts and design methods of computer/microprocessor based control schemes. Techniques for discrete-time control realization will also be discussed. After attending the course, the students will acquire the basic skills on designing simple controllers for real time systems, know how to analyze the system responses and evaluate the controller performance. The topics covered are: discrete system analysis; pole-placement design, basic predictive control, digital PID controllers; implementation issues (sampling theorem, aliasing, discretization errors) and real-time realization using system control software such as Matlab and Labview.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EE5103/EE5103R, MCH5103, TD5241","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5405","ModuleTitle":"Machine Vision","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces machine vision devices and techniques in image processing and pattern recognition. It also discusses the integration of the above to form a cohesive machine vision system. Students will learn how machine vision systems in robotics and medical applications are designed and implementation. This course is based on a basic knowledge of geometry and linear algebra, and does not require previous knowledge in machine vision. The accent is more on global understanding than on mathematical derivations. The main topics that will be treated are: vision hardware, visual perception, optical properties, image transforms, image enhancement, segmentation, encoding, representations, and applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5513","ModuleTitle":"FRACTURE AND FATIGUE OF MATERIALS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The objective is to expose students to the various methods to tackle practical problems related to fracture and fatigue of materials so that they can apply them to real situations. Particular emphasis is placed on fracture and fatigue properties of materials. Major topics include: linear elastic fracture mechanics, fracture mechanics in yielded regime, standard tests for fracture toughness; high and low cycle fatigue, factors affecting fatigue properties of materials, conventional and fracture mechanic fatigue design, fatigue crack propagation, fatigue life prediction and monitoring, fracture and fatigue mechanisms and control. This module is useful for students who see themselves in a career related to service failure analysis and/or materials applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5600A","ModuleTitle":"Project in Advanced Manufacturing I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module will be an independent study based on an industry project related to biomedical, healthcare or key  local industry sectors. The 1st semester works will be focusing on thorough literature survey on patents, papers, problems and issues, and proposing some likely methods to resolve the problems either on processes or designs. Some analysis, simulation or simple experiments may be needed to verify the solutions proposed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1-0-5-4","Prerequisite":"ME5608 Additive and Non-Conventional Manufacturing\r\nProcesses, and\r\nME5612 Computer Aided Product Development or\r\nME6505 Engineering Materials in Medicine","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5600B","ModuleTitle":"Project in Advanced Manufacturing II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"As a continuation from ME5600A, the 2nd semester works will be focusing on realising the proposed solutions identified from ME5600A by prototyping, implementation or design improvement. 3DP techniques will be adopted for realising such solutions, methods and designs. Evaluation, improvement and final solution will be concluded for likely commercialisation or industry use.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1-3-3-3","Prerequisite":"ME5600A Project in Advanced Manufacturing I","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5608","ModuleTitle":"Additive and Non-Conventional Manufacturing Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on principles, techniques and applications of abrasive and non conventional maching process and latest techniques on material additive in addition to material removal. Topics include grinding, ultrasonic maching, electrical discharge maching, laser beam maching, layered manufacturing, et cetera. Students are expected to carry out an independent study by project or term paper on the related topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"ME6605","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"ME5666","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with\nwork attachment experience in a company.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME6101","ModuleTitle":"RESEARCH TOPICS IN APPLIED MECHANICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ME6303","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED FLUID DYNAMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces graduate students to the fundamental theory underlying the motion of both inviscid and viscous fluids. The general differential equations of motion, i.e. Navier-Stokes equations, are derived and exact solutions presented in simple geometries, with the appropriate boundary conditions. Major topics in Potential Theory include using the velocity potential and stream-function, Kelvin’s circulation theorem are introduced. The basics of Stokes or creeping flows are also discussed along with some simple exact solutions. \r\n\r\nStudents are introduced to the origin of incompressible turbulent flows and its physical and experimental characteristics. The mean or Reynolds equation of turbulent flows will be derived and problem of closure discussed. The two important classes of turbulent flows, namely wall-bounded flows and free shear flows, will be studied. Similarity and Kolmogorov’s theory on scales of turbulence will be discussed. 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A short research\r\nproposal on implanted material for medical devices will be prepared by students, in place of continuous assessment. A problem base approach teaching ethodology will be used to encourage the learning process. On completion of this lecture course, students should be able to suggest suitable biomaterials and plan appropriate processing techniques for given biomedical applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ME6999","ModuleTitle":"DOCTORAL SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT1003A","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide knowledge, techniques and understanding of marketing principles. 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It covers topics such as the marketing concept, the marketing environment and the marketing mix which includes product, pricing, distribution and promotion. Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  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It covers topics such as the marketing concept, the marketing environment and the marketing mix which includes product, pricing, distribution and promotion. Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  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Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  This is a foundation module for business students and provides the basis for later concentration in the marketing area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MKT1003; MKT1003X; RST and EMG students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT1705B","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide knowledge, techniques and understanding of marketing principles. It provides students with a conceptual framework to analyse and interpret marketing phenomena and to suggest courses of action in response to marketing problems.  It covers topics such as the marketing concept, the marketing environment and the marketing mix which includes product, pricing, distribution and promotion. Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  This is a foundation module for business students and provides the basis for later concentration in the marketing area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MKT1003; MKT1003X; RST and EMG students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT1705C","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide knowledge, techniques and understanding of marketing principles. It provides students with a conceptual framework to analyse and interpret marketing phenomena and to suggest courses of action in response to marketing problems.  It covers topics such as the marketing concept, the marketing environment and the marketing mix which includes product, pricing, distribution and promotion. Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  This is a foundation module for business students and provides the basis for later concentration in the marketing area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MKT1003; MKT1003X; RST and EMG students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT1705D","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide knowledge, techniques and understanding of marketing principles. It provides students with a conceptual framework to analyse and interpret marketing phenomena and to suggest courses of action in response to marketing problems.  It covers topics such as the marketing concept, the marketing environment and the marketing mix which includes product, pricing, distribution and promotion. Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  This is a foundation module for business students and provides the basis for later concentration in the marketing area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MKT1003; MKT1003X; RST and EMG students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT1705X","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide knowledge, techniques and understanding of marketing principles. It provides students with a conceptual framework to analyse and interpret marketing phenomena and to suggest courses of action in response to marketing problems.  It covers topics such as the marketing concept, the marketing environment and the marketing mix which includes product, pricing, distribution and promotion. Other related topics include consumer behaviour, market segmentation and targeting, marketing research and information system, marketing planning, implementation and control, and public issues in marketing.  This is a foundation module for business students and provides the basis for later concentration in the marketing area.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MKT1003; MKT1003X; RST and EMG students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT2401A","ModuleTitle":"Asian Markets And Marketing Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"The primary objective of this module is to acquaint students with the marketing planning and marketing management process. Students are encouraged to apply marketing concepts, tools and techniques in the analysis of marketing situations and problems and in the development of marketing strategies and programs. \n\n\n\nTopics include the roles of planning in marketing, the reasons for planning, the pitfalls in planning, environmental analysis, market analysis, customer analysis, competitive analysis, company analysis, SWOT analysis, issue analysis, objective setting, strategy development, assembling of marketing mix, marketing implementation and control, and marketing evaluation and audit. \n\n\n\nThe module is taught with a practical and applied orientation. Cases are used to a large extent for class discussion, supplemented by computer simulated marketing games, projects, exercises and lectures.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-6-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003\r\n","Preclusion":"BH2401 or BZ3601 or BK3200 or MKT2401B or MKT2401\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT2401B","ModuleTitle":"Asian Markets And Marketing Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"The primary objective of this module is to acquaint students with the marketing planning and marketing management process. Students are encouraged to apply marketing concepts, tools and techniques in the analysis of marketing situations and problems and in the development of marketing strategies and programs. \n\n\n\nTopics include the roles of planning in marketing, the reasons for planning, the pitfalls in planning, environmental analysis, market analysis, customer analysis, competitive analysis, company analysis, SWOT analysis, issue analysis, objective setting, strategy development, assembling of marketing mix, marketing implementation and control, and marketing evaluation and audit. \n\n\n\nThe module is taught with a practical and applied orientation. Cases are used to a large extent for class discussion, supplemented by computer simulated marketing games, projects, exercises and lectures.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-6-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003 \r\n\r\n","Preclusion":"BH2401 or BZ3601 or BK3200 or MKT2401A or MKT2401\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT2411","ModuleTitle":"Retail Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"The course will introduce retail marketing concepts covering both the mechanics and management of retailing from an entrepreneurial perspective. A range of topics, including the role and tasks of an entrepreneur, store and non-store retailing, location and site selection, retail environment and the application of new technologies, retail marketing mix components (such as merchandising, pricing and margin planning, store management, layout and visual merchandising), as well as internal and external promotions will be covered. In addition, short case studies and projects will be used to supplement lectures and readings. Students will acquaint themselves with current and future retailing environments and developments in Singapore and other countries as well as the processes that go on behind the scenes in retailing. While the module will cover theories in retail marketing discipline, it is generally approached with a practical and applied orientation. Lectures will be supplemented with store visits, video clips and talks. Students will also get a chance to learn about assessing retail outlets and developing retail strategies for real-life businesses through hands-on projects. By the end of the course students should be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to start up a retail business. Aside from business students who are interested in retailing, this course is targeted at students who are enterprising and may aspire to start their own retail business in the future.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003\r\n","Preclusion":"BH2411 or BZ3611 or BK3204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT2412","ModuleTitle":"Global Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the complex issues generally encountered when marketing goods and services internationally. Topics to be covered include: the culture, economic, political and legal environments within which global marketing take place; processes involved in assessing globe market opportunities; developing global marketing strategies: product policy, promotion, channel management and logistics; implementing global marketing strategies. Students will be required to conduct a real-life project on the marketing of a specific good or service to another country from Singapore. In this project, they will be asked to asses the marketing environment, identify the marketing opportunities, select the target market segment and advise a marketing plan. In this project, students will also learn how to use the internet to search for country information.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003","Preclusion":"BH2412 or BZ3604 or BK3208","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT2414","ModuleTitle":"Marketing Venture Challenge","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"Every day new products are created that help fuel new ideas and innovation.\r\n\r\nToday, marketing helps these ideas become a successful business due to the abundance of digital tools that are available to small enterprises and online marketing solutions that help businesses find the right customers anywhere in\r\nthe world.\r\n\r\nThis class offers a unique opportunity for enterprising students to develop a marketing strategy to turn their ideas into real, viable businesses. From a marketing perspective, the class will cover digital tools, social media, and mobile marketing solutions to help students formulate their business\r\nplans and go-to-market strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 Principles of Marketing","Preclusion":"Students who have any Level 3000 or above Marketing modules.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3402A","ModuleTitle":"Consumer Behaviour","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"Consumers make decisions regarding the acquisition, use and disposal of a variety of\n\nproducts, services and experiences. In this course, we seek to understand and appreciate\n\nconsumers as unique individuals and as members of their social and cultural groups. We\n\nwill examine the many facets of consumer behavior (e.g., from the experiential\n\nperspective, incorporating insights from sociology and anthropology), with an emphasis\n\non symbolic forms of consumption, and the use of qualitative research methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-3 (tentative)","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003","Preclusion":"BH3402 or BZ3602 or BK3201 or MKT3402A or MKT3402B\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3402B","ModuleTitle":"Consumer Behaviour","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an overview of consumer behavior concepts, theories, research, and applications. It is designed to develop knowledge and skills that will facilitate an understanding of buyer behavior which can be integrated into the formulation of marketing strategies. This will be accomplished by surveying the social science foundations of consumer behavior, in particular, the contributions from psychology and sociology.\n\n\n\nDuring the course, various types of consumer research will be introduced. While students should learn to recognize what types of consumer research are valuable for specific marketing decisions, the course does not focus on the technical aspects of research design. Rather, its emphasis is on the content and logical application of concepts and theories in the analysis of consumer behavior for solving marketing management problems.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-3 (tentative)","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003","Preclusion":"BH3402 or BZ3602 or BK3201 or MKT3402A or MKT3402B\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3412","ModuleTitle":"Services Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module applies marketing principles to service organisations both in the private and public sectors.  Students will be taught the unique characteristics that separate services from goods, the managerial problems stemming from these characteristics, and the strategies suggested as appropriate to overcome the problems. Case studies will be used in addition to lectures in conducting this module and students may also be required to complete a project concerning the marketing of services.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003 \r\n\r\n","Preclusion":"BH3412 or BH3412A or BH3412B or BZ3612 or BK3205 or MKT3412A or MKT3412B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3415","ModuleTitle":"Marketing in a Digital Age","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to wire the students to the digital economy and provides students with Web tools and e-marketing knowledge to compete effectively in the e-business world.  Emphasis will be placed on tapping the enormous potential of the Internet as a new marketing medium and exploring the unique characteristics of computer-mediated marketing environments that distinguish them in significant ways from traditional, terrestrial markets of opportunity.  Course content includes detailed assessment of issues related to: information economy, e-marketing research, shopping bots and consumer behavior, permission marketing and viral marketing, Internet shopping and e-tailing models, auctions and affiliate marketing, Net community and CRM (customer relationship management), clickstream analysis and online personalisation, and public policy and e-business ethics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3418","ModuleTitle":"Product And Brand Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module aimed at developing skills towards the management of new and existing products, where products cover both tangible goods as well as intangible services.  Possible topics to be covered include: the changing role of the product manager; product portfolio management; product planning and concept testing; test marketing and new product introduction; and packaging.  Several teaching methods will be used.  Apart from lectures, students may be given assigned readings and cases to develop their skills.  In addition, students may have the opportunity to apply their skills in group projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or BH1003 or BZ1003 or BK2003 \r\n","Preclusion":"BH3418 or BZ3603 or MKT3418A or MKT3418B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3420","ModuleTitle":"Advertising & Promotion Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the use of communication to influence consumer decision making.  The module will address the principles and practice of advertising, sales promotion, personal selling and public relations.  Possible materials to be covered include setting promotional objectives; copy development and execution; media decisions; consumer and trade promotion; and sales force management.  In addition to lectures, students will also be exposed to published research in promotion.  Case studies as well as group projects involving the development and execution of a promotional campaign may also be used to allow students apply their knowledge and skill.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 Marketing or MKT1003X Marketing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3428","ModuleTitle":"Wealth Management Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to the world of wealth management marketing, and to give them an indepth understanding of the challenges and complexities of marketing in a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry. Students will get practical insights into the use of marketing applications in product, segment and service marketing in the retail, affluent and private banking sectors. It aims to hone their skills to improve the effectiveness of the marketing strategies, techniques and programs to meet the demanding priorities of the client, the business and the regulators in this fast-changing and regulated landscape.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MKT1003 or MKT1003X Marketing","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT3429","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for students with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. Students will be exposed to individual-based \r\nresearch and report-writing while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MKT4412","ModuleTitle":"Marketing Theory: Cultivating Critical Thinking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to acquaint students with academic research in various areas of marketing.  To achieve this goal, students will be required to read and discuss several assigned articles each week.  These articles are designed to equip students with a working knowledge of the current literature in marketing research.  Through this process, students will hopefully acquire critical thinking skills to carefully appraise, rather than blindly accept, a piece of research.  In addition, students will be required to exercise their creative and analytical abilities in developing, implementing, and presenting a research project on a group basis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT2401 or MKT2401A or MKT2401B","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT4413","ModuleTitle":"Pricing Strategy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"Pricing is one of the important decisions that a marketing manager must make.  In fact a firm's profitability critically depends on how its products or services are priced.  Pricing decisions however are difficult to make and can be quite complex.  Effective pricing decisions draw upon a variety of disciplines such as economics, marketing, psychology and law.  The purpose of the course will be to introduce students to some of the key concepts and practical issues involved in making effective pricing decisions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"MKT2401 Asian Markets & Marketing Management","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT4419","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA and BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for\r\nadmission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.) Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MKT4420","ModuleTitle":"Marketing Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"The digital age has fundamentally altered the manner we collect, process, analyse and disseminate market intelligence. Driven by advances in hardware, software and communications, the very nature of market research is rapidly changing. New techniques are emerging. The increased velocity of information flow enables marketers to respond with much greater speed to changes in the marketplace. Market research is timelier, less expensive, more actionable and more precise ... all of which makes it of far greater importance to marketers.\r\n\r\nApplied Market Research is primarily designed for marketing professionals to train them to use market knowledge for day-to-day marketing decisions. It will provide good understanding of many prevalent research techniques and their application.\r\n\r\nThe course will be taught in an application-oriented fashion through lectures, class discussions and case studies. Students will acquire critical analysis and decision making abilities to prepare them to tackle the marketing and business issues they are likely to confront in a career in marketing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MKT2401 Asian Markets & Marketing Management","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MKT4429","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Independent Study in Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA and BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for\r\nadmission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.) Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-5-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Vary according to project topics."},{"ModuleCode":"MLE1001","ModuleTitle":"Materials Science & Engrg Principles & Practice I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Written & oral communication skills. Basics of computer tools used by materials engineers. Notations for points, directions and planes. Basic crystal structures of metals.  (BCC, FCC, and HCP), Basic crystal structures of ceramics and semiconductors. Imperfections in Solids covering point defects, line defects, surface defects and grain boundaries, Noncrystalline and semicrystalline materials Mechanical Properties. XRD and impact testing. Tension test and work hardening. Basic phase diagrams.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-2-6-0-7","Prerequisite":"N/A","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE1101","ModuleTitle":"Introductory Materials Science And Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Introductory aspects of materials science and engineering (i.e. structure, properties and function). Structure on the Atomic scale. Energy levels, atomic orbitals, molecular orbitals; Interatomic bonding, types of bonds (metallic, ionic, covalent, molecular and mixed); Structure of metals, ceramics and polymers; Basic crystallography, imperfection in solids, point and line defects, non-crystalline and semi-crystalline materials, diffusion and diffusion controlled process; Correlation of structure to properties and engineering functions (mechanical, chemical). Discussion of examples for main materials categories (metals, ceramics, polymers and composites); Corrosion and degradation of materials; Basic materials selection for chemical engineering applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"A Level Physics or H1 Physics or H2 Physics or [PC1221 and PC1222]\r\n","Preclusion":"Mechanical Engineering students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE2101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Structure of Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Overview: symmetry, bonding, coordination number, packing fraction, order and disorder; Noncrystalline state: short-range order (SRO), pair distribution function, random walk, network and fractal models; Crystalline state: basic crystallography and structures, reciprocal lattice, quasicrystals, liquid crystalline state; Crystal vibrations, Brillouin zone; free electron model, energy bands; Structural effects on phase transformation; Fourier series.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"A Level Physics or H1 Physics or H2 Physics or [PC1221 and PC1222] or MLE1111","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE2102","ModuleTitle":"Thermodynamics and Phase Diagrams","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Thermodynamic laws and relationship, concept of entropy and its relationship to heat, strategy for deriving thermodynamic relationships, general criterion for equilibrium, physical and chemical equilibria; Statistical thermodynamics: micro-states and macro-states, partition function; Phase diagram: unary and multicomponent systems, Clausius-Clapeyron equation, partial molar properties, Gibbs phase rule, applications of phase diagrams; Curvature effects in thermodynamics: surface excess properties, surface tension, phase equilibria, Gibbs adsorption equation; Basic electrochemistry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-0.5-0-0.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"A Level Physics or H1 Physics or H2 Physics or [PC1221 and PC1222] or MLE1111","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE2106","ModuleTitle":"Metallic Materials and Processing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Overview of crystal structure and bonds; Structures of metallic elements and alloys; Phase formation and development of microstrcutures; Basic processing technologies; Ferrous and non-ferrous metals; General properties and engineering applications: mechanical and functional.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or MLE2101 or MLE2104 or MLE1111","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE2107","ModuleTitle":"Ceramic Materials and Processing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Overview of ceramics and classification; Structure and stability of ceramics; Phase formation and development of microstructures; Basic synthesis, processing and characterisation methods; Processing of advanced ceramics and applications; General properties and applications of advanced ceramics: electronic; mechanical; optical.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or MLE2101 or MLE1111","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE2111","ModuleTitle":"Materials Properties Laboratory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Laboratory class in which students will conduct hands on experiments to probe the mechanical (e.g. hardness, strength, etc), chemical (e.g. corrosion) and electrical (e.g. semiconducting, superconducting) properties of polymers, ceramics, metals and composites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"0-0-4.5-3-0","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or MLE1111 or A Level Physics or H1 Physics or\nH2 Physics or [PC1221 and PC1222]","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE3102","ModuleTitle":"Degradation and Failure of Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Corrosion of metals and alloys: Economics of corrosion, Thermodynamics and electrochemistry of corrosion, Types of corrosion, Environmental effects on corrosion, Corrosion of selected metals and alloys, Corrosion protection, Corrosion monitoring; Degradation of nonmetallic materials: Biological, chemical and photodegradation of polymers, Environmental degradation, Photocorrosion of semiconductors; Failure mechanisms of materials. Failure analysis and Non-destructive testing: techniques and\r\n\r\nmethodology, case histories.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or MLE2102 or MLE1111","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE3103","ModuleTitle":"Materials Design and Selection","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Engineering aspects of materials design and selection; Basics and procedure for materials selection: selection strategy, screening and ranking, deriving property limits, materials processes; Various aspects and factors in materials selection and design: functions, objectives,\r\n\r\nconstraints and limits, performance maximising criteria, environmental condition, economics and business issues; Case studies: metals, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers and biomaterials; Case study by industrial practitioners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-1.5-0.5-5.5","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or MLE2104","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE3104","ModuleTitle":"Polymeric and Composite Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Classification of polymers, polymer structure, molecular weight distribution; Basic synthetic and characterisation methods; Amorphous state and glass transition, crystalline state; General properties of polymers: physical, chemical, mechanical and electrical; Engineering and specialty polymers: processing and applications; Polymer-based composite materials: fabrication, structure and properties.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or CM1121 or CM1501 or MLE1111","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE3105","ModuleTitle":"Dielectric and Magnetic Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Polarisation mechanisms; ferroelectricity and piezoelectricity; domain structure and hystereisis;\n\npermittivity and dielectric loss; optical properties of dielectric materials; fundamental of magnetism: magnetic moment, magnetic coupling and magnetic anisotropy; technical magnetisation: domain structure, magnetic hysteresis; introduction to magnetic materials.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0.5-6","Prerequisite":"MLE1101 or MLE2105 or MLE1111","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MLE3111","ModuleTitle":"Materials Processing Laboratory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Laboratory class in which students will conduct hands on experiments","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"0-0-4.5-3-0","Prerequisite":"MLE2101 or MLE2111","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE3203","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on engineering materials – metals and ceramics. Crystalline structure of important industrial metals and ceramics. Mineral processing and materials fabrication. Phase formation and development and\r\nmicrostructure optimization for engineering applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"MLE1111 “Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering I” or MLE1001 “Materials Engineering Principles & Practise I” or MLE2102 Thermodynamics of Materials & Phase diagrams.","Preclusion":"MLE2106 Metallic Materials & Processing\r\nMLE2107 Ceramic Materials & Processing","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE4101","ModuleTitle":"B.Eng. Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Every student majoring Materials Science and Engineering is assigned a research project, which is normally over 2 semesters. This project is carried out under the supervision of an academic staff of the Department and is closely related with the research activities in the Department with the two focus areas of Biomateirals and Nanomaterials/Nanotechnology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-9-6","Prerequisite":"MLE2103 and MLE2104 and MLE2105 and MLE3101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE4101R","ModuleTitle":"Integrated B.ENG./B.SC. 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Students are required to submit a report at the end of the project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-6-4","Prerequisite":"MLE2103","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE4201","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Materials Characterisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Surface analyses: X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy; secondary ion mass spectroscopy; Auger electron spectroscopy. Low energy electron diffraction; Energy dispersive X-ray analysis and Rutherford back-scattering; Vibrational spectroscopies: infrared spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy; Electronic spectroscopy: absorption and fluorescence; Magnetic and magneto-optical characterization: vibrating sample magnetometry, magneto-electronic measurement, magneto-optical Kerr-effect.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-0-1-6.5","Prerequisite":"MLE3101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE4205","ModuleTitle":"Theory and Modelling of Materials Properties","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Introduction to quantum chemistry and quantum electronics, band theory of solid materials, transport phenomena in solids from the microscopic viewpoint, random processes in solids, Monte-Carlo calculations of diffusion, introduction to the theory of phase transitions, crystal growth and precipitation, self-organization in open non-equilibrium solid state systems, molecular dynamics modeling of properties and processes in condensed materials. Learning objectives: Introductory knowledge on theory and modeling of solid state systems with the emphasis of nanomateirals. Target students: Students of Materials Science and Engineering and related disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-0-1-6.5","Prerequisite":"MLE2101","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE4208","ModuleTitle":"Photovoltaics Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches materials aspects for a wide variety of photovoltaic devices covering conventional p-n junction cells based on Si  wafers, amorphous or nanocrystalline Si, bulk heterojunction solar cells, nanostructured solar cells including dye-sensitised solar cells, organic solar cells and quantum structured solar cells, etc. emphasising the materials science and engineering aspects of advanced photovoltaic devices. Therefore students will gain an understanding of the role of materials development and characterisation for current and emerging photovoltaic technologies. Specific objectives include understanding of the physics of photovoltaics, general working principles of individual photovoltaic devices, the roles of photovoltaic materials and how they are incorporated in various photovoltaic devices; attain an informed view on the current aspects of photovoltaic technologies and photovoltaic materials, ability to select materials for device application based on their optical, electrical properties.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-1-5.5","Prerequisite":"MLE2105 or EE3406 or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE5104","ModuleTitle":"PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Physical properties of metals, ceramics, polymers and their hybrids are covered. These include overview of electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, magnetic properties, ferroelectricity, piezoelectricity, and optical properties of different classes of materials. The correlations of length-scale, structure, microstructures, and interfaces of materials with their properties are emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3.5-3.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE5666","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Attachment Module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides engineering research students with work attachment experience in a company.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MLE6999","ModuleTitle":"DOCTORAL SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1001A","ModuleTitle":"Management And Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the essence of what managers do.  To understand this, we begin by focusing on the two basic building blocks in organisations; the individual and the group.  The broader environment in which managers and organisations will also be addressed.  Lectures, case studies and experiential learning are used as tools for learning when appropriate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have taken BE2106, EG1423, CS1303, BK2002 or BZ1001 or BH1001 are not allowed to take MNO1001. Students who took or are taking HR2001, HR2101, HR3111 or HR3308 cannot take MNO1001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1001B","ModuleTitle":"Management And Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the essence of what managers do.  To understand this, we begin by focusing on the two basic building blocks in organisations; the individual and the group.  The broader environment in which managers and organisations will also be addressed.  Lectures, case studies and experiential learning are used as tools for learning when appropriate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have taken BE2106, EG1423, CS1303, BK2002 or BZ1001 or BH1001 are not allowed to take MNO1001. Students who took or are taking HR2001, HR2101, HR3111 or HR3308 cannot take MNO1001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1001C","ModuleTitle":"Management And Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the essence of what managers do.  To understand this, we begin by focusing on the two basic building blocks in organisations; the individual and the group.  The broader environment in which managers and organisations will also be addressed.  Lectures, case studies and experiential learning are used as tools for learning when appropriate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have taken BE2106, EG1423, CS1303, BK2002 or BZ1001 or BH1001 are not allowed to take MNO1001. Students who took or are taking HR2001, HR2101, HR3111 or HR3308 cannot take MNO1001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1001D","ModuleTitle":"Management And Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the essence of what managers do.  To understand this, we begin by focusing on the two basic building blocks in organisations; the individual and the group.  The broader environment in which managers and organisations will also be addressed.  Lectures, case studies and experiential learning are used as tools for learning when appropriate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have taken BE2106, EG1423, CS1303, BK2002 or BZ1001 or BH1001 are not allowed to take MNO1001. Students who took or are taking HR2001, HR2101, HR3111 or HR3308 cannot take MNO1001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1001X","ModuleTitle":"Management And Organisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the essence of what managers do.  To understand this, we begin by focusing on the two basic building blocks in organisations; the individual and the group.  The broader environment in which managers and organisations will also be addressed.  Lectures, case studies and experiential learning are used as tools for learning when appropriate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students who have taken BE2106, EG1423, CS1303, BK2002 or BZ1001 or BH1001 are not allowed to take MNO1001. Students who took or are taking HR2001, HR2101, HR3111 or HR3308 cannot take MNO1001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1706A","ModuleTitle":"Organisational Behavior","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to human behavior in organizational contexts. The study of organizational behavior involves examining processes at the individual, group and organizational levels. Both\ntheoretical and applied approaches will be developed. Instructional methods include lectures, experiential exercises, group activities, videos and case studies. Extensive class participation is expected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MNO1001; MNO1001X; PL3239","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1706B","ModuleTitle":"Organisational Behavior","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to human behavior in organizational contexts. The study of organizational behavior involves examining processes at the individual, group and organizational levels. Both\ntheoretical and applied approaches will be developed. Instructional methods include lectures, experiential exercises, group activities, videos and case studies. Extensive class participation is expected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MNO1001; MNO1001X; PL3239","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1706C","ModuleTitle":"Organisational Behavior","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to human behavior in organizational contexts. The study of organizational behavior involves examining processes at the individual, group and organizational levels. Both\ntheoretical and applied approaches will be developed. Instructional methods include lectures, experiential exercises, group activities, videos and case studies. Extensive class participation is expected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MNO1001; MNO1001X; PL3239","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO1706D","ModuleTitle":"Organisational Behavior","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to human behavior in organizational contexts. The study of organizational behavior involves examining processes at the individual, group and organizational levels. Both\ntheoretical and applied approaches will be developed. Instructional methods include lectures, experiential exercises, group activities, videos and case studies. 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We consider how leaders can enhance ethical awareness, make decisions with ethics in mind, organize for ethical behaviour and face ethical challenges at the organizational level.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 Management and Organization","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MNO2007B","ModuleTitle":"Leadership and Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"In this module we explore the age-old question of the relationship between ethics and leadership. We begin by examining the theoretical underpinnings of  leadership and ethics. We then move to consider how ethics and leadership are intertwined, especially in work organizations. Organizations are “strong situations” which exert considerable influence on leaders’ perceptions, interpretations, judgements, decisions and behaviours. We consider how leaders can enhance ethical awareness, make decisions with ethics in mind, organize for ethical behaviour and face ethical challenges at the organizational level.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 Management and Organization","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MNO2009","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to provide an introduction to the venture creation process. The course provides an overview of the major elements of entrepreneurial activity including evaluating and planning a new business, financing, team building, related marketing and management issues and exit strategies. The course utilises class discussions, in-class exercises and participation in a competitive simulation project to achieve the course objectives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 Management and Organisation","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO2302","ModuleTitle":"Human Resource Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the fundamentals of human resource management (HRM), and it provides a foundation for more advanced modules that focus on specific aspects of HRM. It aims to provide students with general understanding of the core areas of HRM, including HR planning, job analysis, recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, compensation, employee relations, and HRM in an international context. These issues will all be addressed from the perspective of general managers, HRM specialists, and individual employees. Students will be challenged to consider the implications of integrated HR systems, as well as specific HRM policies and implementation procedures, for individual and organisational performance. They will also consider the practical implications of the changing nature of work and the employment relationship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 or BH1001 or BZ1001 or BK2002 or HR2001 or HR2101 or HR3111 or HR3308 \r\n","Preclusion":"BH2302 or BZ3504 or BK3300 or MNO2302A/B or PL3239 or PS3245","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO2706","ModuleTitle":"Business Communication for Leaders (ACC)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"The primary purpose of this course is to cultivate a mindset shift – to be an effective leader, one has to be an effective communicator. This course weighs heavily on oral communication skills, and is centred on real-life business examples to facilitate students’ understanding of the factors that are critical for business communication.\n\nThe ability to communicate effectively affects one’s employability and career success. Achieving success in one’s career depends on one’s ability to develop relationships, collaborate across teams, present ideas clearly, ask thoughtful questions and listen skillfully.\n\nThis course is for students pursuing the Bachelor of Business Administration (Accountancy) programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Students who are required to read ES1000 Basic English must pass it before taking MNO2706","Preclusion":"ES2002","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3301","ModuleTitle":"Organisational Behaviour","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course deals with the study of human behavior in organisations: how people influence organisational events and how events within the organisation influence people's behaviour.  Organisational behavior is a field that draws ideas from psychology, social psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, and management and applies them to the organisation.  The field of organisational behaviour covers a wide range of topics: organisational culture, motivation, decision making, communication, work stress and so on.  In the end, the field of organisational behavior asks two questions: (1) why do people behave as they do within organisations? (2) how can we use this information to improve the effectiveness of the organisation?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 or BH1001 or BZ1001 or BK2002 or HR2001 or HR2101 or HR3111 or HR3308","Preclusion":"BH3301 or BZ3501 or BK3309M or PS3243","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3303","ModuleTitle":"Organisational Effectiveness","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to introduce students to the field of organisational theory - which applies concepts from various disciplines such as management studies, sociology, psychology, political sciences and economics to study organisations.  The course is designed to encourage students to actively and critically use these concepts to make sense, diagnose, manage and respond to the emerging organisational needs and problems.  The course covers topics such as organisational goals, strategy and effectiveness; dimensions of organisational structure; organisational design and environments; technology and organisational change; and organisational decision-making.  The emphasis of this course is on the practical value of organisation theory for students as future members and managers of organisations.  Developing an understanding of how organisations (should) operate is effectively critical so that students will able to fulfill their roles as future managers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 or BH1001 or BZ1001 or BK2002 or HR2001 or HR2101 or HR3111 or HR3308\r\n\r\n","Preclusion":"BH3303 or BZ3502 or BK4309D or BK3309N","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3322","ModuleTitle":"Negotiations and Bargaining","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"The course focuses on negotiations and conflict management in the context of leading and managing interpersonal relationship at work and life in general. Participants first focus on principles and skills required to gain mastery as fair and ethical negotiators. Following which participants progress to acquire the theory and skills of facilitating conflict resolution. This involves 1) influencing\r\ncounter-parties to behave in an efficient and amicable manner and engage in joint problem solving; 2) playing the role of a mediator in helping others resolve issues at work. Both these roles will be set in a leadership context.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1706 Organizational Behaviour and\r\nMNO2705 Leadership and Decision Making Under Uncertainty","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3323","ModuleTitle":"Management of Employee Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to train students to effectively handle employee relations in Singapore.  It will address various environmental and structural constraints managers face when dealing with employees in Singapore.  It delves into such topics as the history, key institutions, and the tripartism philosophy adopted in Singapore, as well as several key legislations and their applications.  Because of its strong orientation towards real-world practices, students will find this course useful when looking for employment or actually managing employees in the future.  Students are expected to keep themselves updated with regard to the current trends in employee relations, as well as to demonstrate their ability to apply concepts and skills learned from the course.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 Management & Organisation and MNO2007 Leadership and Ethics\r\nNote: Students who are matriculated before AY2009/2010, need NOT read MNO2007 as a pre-requisite for this MNO module.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3329","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Leadership & Human Capital Mgmt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for students with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. Students will be exposed to individual-based\r\nresearch and report-writing while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3330","ModuleTitle":"Social Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"Social entrepreneurship presents an alternative approach to community development. It advocates the adoption of innovative solutions (often incorporating market mechanisms) to address social problems. This module discusses the concepts associated with social entrepreneurship, and examines the practices and\r\nchallenges of social entrepreneurship in the Asian context. Topics to be covered include identification of social problems; marginalization and the poverty cycle; varied\r\nconceptualizations of social entrepreneurship and innovation; different types of social enterprises; sustainable social enterprises as an effective means of community development; developing a social enterprise business plan; establishing a social enterprise; scaling up a social enterprise; social impact measurement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MNO3339","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Leadership & Human Capital Mgmt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for students with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. Students will be exposed to individual-based\r\nresearch and report-writing while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-5-0","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 Management and Organisation","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO4313E","ModuleTitle":"SIMHC: Managerial and Organisational Cognition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This course will cover cognition and decision making in organisations. The course will begin with a brief exploration of the bases of cognition, including the topics of neurophysiology, sensation and perception, and cognitive science/psychology. Using this as a basis, the course will go on to explore biases in decision making, the role of emotion in cognition and cognitive styles, persuasion and influence, conformity and obedience, sensemaking and cognition in high-stress/high-reliability environments, cognition in groups and teams, ethical decision-making, and the importance of understanding what makes us happy... the latter of which is often difficult for us to predict and has implications for our (inevitable) lives as employees in organizations. Throughout the course an attempt will be made to understand the way students think, the biases they hold when making decisions and interpreting environmental stimuli in the context of organisations, and the ways in which their emotions influence their decisions and judgments. Also highlighted will be the usefulness of introspection and an awareness of their own thought processes and assumptions... an aim that almost all religions and many academic pursuits attempt forward, yet one which is often excluded from the study of business to the detriment of business people.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 or HR2001 or HR2101 or HR3111 or HR3308","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO4314","ModuleTitle":"Consulting to Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"This class aims to generate interest and develop skills of participants to “Consult” to management and assist clients take important managerial decisions in organisations. The class is targeted at participants with preliminary knowledge (about Consulting) and strong aspiration to become consultants. The module covers a broad range of topics from “types of consulting to “how consulting firms make money” and includes a 2-day workshop helping participants develop their skills to consult. Strong analytical and reasoning skills form the prerequisite for the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"MNO1001 Management and Organisation and MNO2007 Leadership and\r\nEthics.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MNO4319","ModuleTitle":"Adv Independent Study in Leadership & Human Capital Mgt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Independent Study Modules (ISMs) are for senior students who are in the BBA and BBA(Acc) honors programs with the requisite background to work closely with an instructor on a well-defined project in the respective specialization areas. (The modules may also be made available to students who are eligible for\r\nadmission into the honors programs but choose to pursue the non-honors course of study.) Students will hone their research and report-writing skills while tackling a business issue under the guidance of the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Vary according to project topic. In general, however, students will have to have completed the core modules of the BBA/BBA(Acc) curriculum.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MS1102E","ModuleTitle":"Malays - Tradition, Conflict and Change","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Foundation module on the Malays that outlines their history, culture and institutions. It introduces some of the major areas of research and scholarship on the study of the Malays. It highlights and evaluates dominant views expounded by colonial and post colonial scholars and alternative discourse on the subject. The themes covered in this module provide the basis for further exploration in greater depths in other modules offered by the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"MS1101E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS2212","ModuleTitle":"Law and Malay Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines dominant perceptions of law in Malay society by focussing on ideas on adat law and Islamization of laws. It analyses socio-historical factors conditioning perspectives and the function of ideas in relation to social groups that espouse them. The extent to which the mode of thinking on adat law is reflected in discourse on Islamising laws and its impact on legal development will be addressed. Concepts of ideology and Orientalism, Islam and adat law, Ideas on Islamization of laws and Shariah and the state are some major themes tackled.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS2213","ModuleTitle":"Malay Families and Households","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide an understanding of contemporary forms and practices of Malay families and households. It discusses the underlying concepts in family studies and prevalent notions of the Malay family and household derived from earlier studies. A major focus is to show the changing nature of Malay family and household structures as well as their diverse forms. Furthermore, the dynamic social relationships in households will be analyzed from different perspectives. In addition the module explores how Malay families \"design\" family styles in a context of changing societies. The module is targeted for students interested in family studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS3210","ModuleTitle":"Modern Indonesian Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module studies the development of modern Indonesian literature, highlighting major themes and thought. The achievement of modern Indonesian literature in expressing the aspirations of the Indonesians would be evaluated. The dynamics between art, literature and society would be inquired into in the light of literary and cultural theories. The module aims not only at an understanding and appreciation of modern Indonesian literature but also the historical, cultural and intellectual experience of Indonesia as an evolving nation as reflected in literature. The module is beneficial for both students of Southeast Asian literature as well as its society and culture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS3212","ModuleTitle":"Classical Malay Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module explores the various forms which can be identified in classical Malay literature, such as folklore, historical romances, the legal digests as well the traditional verses of pantuns and the syair. The relationship between these art forms and society would be examined, with the aim of constructing the culture and worldview of traditional Malay society. The module also attempts at evaluation of the relevance and significance of classical Malay literature for contemporary Malay society and culture. The module applies the multidisciplinary approach to compliment relevant theories on literature and art.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS3218","ModuleTitle":"The Religious Life of the Malays","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with critical understanding and awareness of the religious orientations and institutions of the Malays, the major factors that influence these, their significance, potentials and challenges in the context of the demands\r\nof technological change and modernisation. It also seeks to develop perspectives on the study of Malay religious life. Major topics examined include theoretical insights\r\ninto the sociology of religion, socio-historical factors and their impact on Malay religious orientations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"MS4203 The Religious life of the Malays","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MS3550","ModuleTitle":"Malay Studies Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Internships vary in length but all take place within organisations or companies. All internships are vetted and approved by the Department of Malay Studies, have relevance to the major in Malay Studies, involve the application of subject knowledge and theory in reflection upon the work, and are assessed.\r\n\r\nAvailable credited internships will be advertised at the beginning of each semester. In exceptional cases, internships proposed by students may be approved by the department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"This module is open to Malay Studies Major students only. Students should have completed a minimum of 24 MC in Malay Studies; and have declared Malay Studies as their Major.","Preclusion":"Any other XX3550 internship modules(Note: Students who change major may not do a\r\nsecond internship in their new major)","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MS4101","ModuleTitle":"Theory and Practice in Malay Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The theoretical underpinnings of each phase of the\r\n\r\ndevelopment of Malay studies would be examined\r\n\r\nbased on representative works. The contribution and\r\n\r\npitfalls of each phase of its development would be\r\n\r\ncritically appraised. A general and critical evaluation\r\n\r\nof the present state of Malay Studies as an area\r\n\r\nstudy would be undertaken. The significance and\r\n\r\nrelevance of Malay studies in relation to the social\r\n\r\nsciences and the other humanities would be\r\n\r\ndiscussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-7-2.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in MS, or 28MCs in SC, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in MS, or 28 MCs in SC, or 28 MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS4201","ModuleTitle":"Social Change 1900 - 1950","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module looks in depth at the nature and\r\n\r\nsignificance of various social changes in Malay\r\n\r\nsociety 1900-1950. Some topics to be covered\r\n\r\nwould be changes in education, economic life,\r\n\r\nurbanization, ethnic relations, westernization,\r\n\r\nreligious life and administration of Islam, the\r\n\r\nchanging roles of Malay rulers and traditional Malay\r\n\r\nelite, the development of Malay nationalism, the\r\n\r\ndevelopment of modern literature, the issue of\r\n\r\ntradition and change, the challenges of social\r\n\r\nreform. Module is meant for students interested in\r\n\r\nthe study of social change among the Malays, as\r\n\r\nwell as Southeast Asia in general.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-7-2.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted at least 80MCs in MS or 28 MCs in HY or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted at least 80MCs in MS or 28 MCs in HY or 28MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS4204","ModuleTitle":"The Malay Middle Class","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the emergence of a new social group in Malay history, namely the Malay middle class. In the past, the dominant Malay elite had always been associated with the hierarchy of traditional Malay society. With the introduction of Malay capitalism in the 70s under the New Economic Plan (NEP), there has been the emergence of the Malay middle class. This module looks at the background of its emergence, identifies its socio-historical characteristics, and evaluates its influence on society and nation in general. Insights on the Malay middle class can contribute to an understanding of Southeast Asian affairs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-7-2.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SN or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SN or 28MCs in SC or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.2 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MS4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module allows for student to define a topic and a list of readings under the guidance of an academic staff of the Department leading to a project work. Students are required to write a paper of 5,000 to 6,000 words. The Independent Study is equivalent to one module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in MS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in MS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in MS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"MS4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS4880A","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Muslim Revivalism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module investigates the role of Islam in the contemporary Malay world in an historical and comparative manner. The focus is on contemporary Muslim movements while the historical background is discussed to provide the necessary context for the understanding of the origins of the current Muslim revival. The module also looks at the nature and function of Muslim reform in Malay society in the socio, political, economic and legal arenas. Comparative references to similar phenomena in other parts of the Muslim world are made. Empirical cases are discussed in the context of theoretical problems raised in the social scientific study of religion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in MS or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS5101","ModuleTitle":"SOCIAL SCIENCE AND MALAY STUDIES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the relevance and applicability of selected major theories in the social sciences for Malay Studies. As far\r\nas possible the module aims at combining theoretical reflection with research materials on major aspects of Malay society and culture. The module encourages the exploration of creative methodology and theorising in Malay Studies research beyond mere exposition of social scientific theories. The module is highly\r\nrelevant for students interested in understanding the promises as well as the pitfalls of the social sciences in Southeast Asian research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Malay Studies in\r\n\r\ndepth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed upon topic, readings and assignments for the module. A formal written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a\r\n\r\nclear account of the topic, number of contact hours, assignments, evaluation, and other relevant details. The Head’s and/or Graduate Coordinator’s approval is required. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MS6660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MS6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Malay Studies in depth The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed upon topic, readings and assignments for the module. A formal written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, number of contact hours, assignments, evaluation, and other relevant details. The Head’s and/or Graduate Coordinator’s approval is required. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MST5001","ModuleTitle":"STRUCTURES AND PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with the basic knowledge of structures and properties of engineering materials. The topics covered include atomic bonding and condensed phases; crystal structures, crystallography and crystal imperfections; the thermodynamics of alloys, phase equilibrium and phase diagrams; thermally activated processes, diffusion, kinetics of phase transformation, non-equilibrium phases; mechanical properties and strengthening mechanisms, fracture of materials, corrosion and oxidation resistance, other properties. Working engineers and graduate students who have no former training in materials but wish to pursue further studies and R&D in engineering materials should attend this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT3001","ModuleTitle":"Systems Thinking and Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students a foundation for analysing diverse elements of a complex problem as a coherent, interacting system. The major topics covered include comparison of reductionist to systems thinking, characteristics of systems thinking, frameworks and tools of Systems Thinking and Systems Engineering, applied in the context of Engineering and Technology Management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT4002","ModuleTitle":"Technology Management Strategy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this module is to help engineering students commercialize new products and services, which is key part of an engineer's career. Effective commercialization requires engineers to think about a product’s value proposition, customers, method of value capture, scope of activities, and method of strategic control, all of which can be defined as a “product’s strategy.” By providing good theory, examples, and cases, this module helps students understand these necessary aspects of commercialization and to the changes that are occurring in industry that facilitate commercialization. These changes include standards, vertical disintegration, open innovation, and open science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5001","ModuleTitle":"IP Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the management of IP assets which have become more valuable than conventional physical assets in a knowledge economy. It will present the different needs and strategies of IP owners and those who own the complementary assets such as manufacturing, marketing and distribution. Both the commercialization strategies for maximization of IP values and the feedback to management to improve decision making at the R&D and corporate strategy levels will be addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5002","ModuleTitle":"Management of Industrial R&D","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"The first part of this module will introduce the 3rd-generation R&D practice which is used currently by successful industrial organizations. The strategic role of R&D in innovation, organization issues in R&D and the evaluation of returns and risks will be presented. The second part of this module will introduce the emerging 4th-generation R&D practice which will augment the current practice in addressing news issues due to discontinuous innovation, increasing importance of tacit knowledge and the need to embrace knowledge management in R&D.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5003","ModuleTitle":"CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"The first part covers the fundamentals of creativity and includes topics on different ways of thinking, understanding and communications, methods for inventive thinking and problem solving (e.g., TRIZ). The second part studies innovation and how creativity can lead to innovation. Examples, case studies (e.g., “breakthroughs”) and exercises are used throughout to demonstrate concepts in practice. The course aims to equip the students with knowledge and provide an avenue for students to practice concepts learned so as to enhance the students’ creative thinking ability and thereby facilitate the student’s ability to realize innovations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5006","ModuleTitle":"STRATEGIC & NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Companies live or die by their ability to successfully launch new products into the market place. The basic tenets are: know your market, know your customers and develop products that will delight your customers. The objective of this module is to acquaint students with the theory and practice of New Product Development and New Product Introduction (NPI) methods and systems. The module explores various NPI systems, project and portfolio management skills and an extensive toolbox that contains necessary tools to enable companies to\r\nmake informed, data-driven decisions. The module combines taking a hands-on project through an NPI Phase Gate System, with relevant cases studies on NPI projects that have succeeded and some that have not.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5007","ModuleTitle":"MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this course is to help students develop a strong conceptual foundation for managing technological innovation. It introduces concepts and frameworks for how firms can create, commercialize and capture value from technology-based products and services. The course is designed for business managers and engineers who are involved in the research and development, marketing, acquisitions, and strategic assessments of new technologies. Topics covered include (i) the evolution of industries; (ii) technological discontinuities and vertical disintegration; (iii) network effects and standards; (iv) profiting from innovation and intellectual property (IP); (v) R&D management; and (vi) managing knowledge and learning.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5008","ModuleTitle":"CORPORATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Entrepreneurship is to the company what speed is to the athlete. In the quest for sustainable competitive advantage, companies are finding that lower costs, higher quality and better customer service are not enough - they must be faster, more flexible, more aggressive and more innovative. Most managers acknowledge this, but few seem to understand how to make it happen. Thus, the focus of this course will be on creating work environments where entrepreneurship is not the controversy, and students will be challenged to develop and defend their opinions regarding these matters. Students will take their ideas, concepts, tools and frameworks to which they are exposed and apply them both in a series of real world cases to perform an entrepreneurial audit of the company they are working for, and also come up with proposals of how their company could become more entrepreneurial.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5012","ModuleTitle":"MARKETING OF HIGH-TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS AND INNOVATIONS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This course has been developed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to assume marketing responsibilities in High Technologies organizations. With the practical knowledge and skills on the marketing of high technology products and innovations, students can then craft out value added strategies to support their organization’s marketing activities. The course adopts an intensive team based hands on approach incorporating cases studies, group discussions, role plays as well as the preparation of a high- tech product Marketing Plan and presentation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5017","ModuleTitle":"Integrative Design Thinking Workshop","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the core philosophy of Design Thinking, a methodology which integrates design, technology and business research to facilitate service and product innovation as well as strategic planning and\r\ndecision making for future scenarios.\r\n\r\nStudents are expected to develop three necessary skills: Ideation/observational abilities – “listening with their eyes”; prototyping - “thinking with their hands”; and innovate collaboratively in an interdisciplinary work environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.25-1.25-5-2.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MT5018","ModuleTitle":"Managing and Organizing Open Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"The theme of this course is how open innovation and open\nbusiness models can generate competitive strategies for\nboth small and large companies. We look at both the\nstrategy making as well as at the strategy implementation.\nThe course draws on recent research and thinking in\n(open) innovation management and books/materials by\nleading experts. The course will help students to integrate\ntheir knowledge about strategic management,\nentrepreneurship, and innovation management and it\nprovides new ways of thinking that will lead to the creation\nof highly differentiated strategies and business models.\nMore specifically, the course focuses on open innovation\nto particular cases in large companies, the strength and\nweaknesses of open innovation strategies, and the\norganization and implementation of open innovation\npractices.\nThe course also extends beyond open innovation and\nexplores more complex systems such as innovation\necosystems where different types of partners are\ncollaborating to jointly establish a new product or solve a\nsocietal problem (e.g. in healthcare or pollution control).\nStudents are requested to apply the knowledge examined\nin the course to new technologies or scientific disciplines.\nIn particular, group assignments are developed in areas\nsuch as healthcare, sustainability and cleantech\ntechnologies, and big data.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5900","ModuleTitle":"MOT RESEARCH PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent research work by students on a relevant topic in MOT. The aim is to promote self-study, critical thinking, independent research and initiative on the student. The student will learn how to plan and implement a research project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MT5910 LaunchPad: Experiential Entrepreneurship & SDM5990 SDM Research Project","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5901","ModuleTitle":"Management Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-5-0-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5902","ModuleTitle":"Management Extended Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will either write a business plan based on the proposed commercialization of a product invention by one of science / engineering R&D groups in NUS, Research Institute or company, or a practical consulting report based on an actual study of a technology management issue in a company. The students may work in a small group of not more than 3. Students from the NUS MBA, MSc (MOT) and PhD research programmes are encouraged to form such\r\ninterdisciplinary groups, Supervisors from Faculty of Engineering and Business School will be appointed accordingly.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MT5913","ModuleTitle":"TechLaunch - Experiential Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"TechLaunch - Experiential Entrepreneurship is a unique experiential module in which students develop a start-up based on a selected technology created at NUS. Students will work in cross-disciplinary teams of graduate and Ph.D. students from the Faculty of Engineering & School of Business. In this module students will spend most of their time talking to customers, partners, competitors in search for the right market and the right business model that can leverage the uniqueness of a technology. Students will experience the typical creative and often unstructured start-up process that will challenge their innovation and leadership skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5920","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Enterprise development based on innovation in today's fast changing world is no longer an option but an imperative. This module introduces both processes of enterprise development and value creation - finding a relevant market for a new technology developed in the lab and identifying a new, untapped market opportunity and then applying a combination of existing technologies to capitalize on the opportunity. Techniques for market validation and Business Model Innovation concepts will be introduced and discussed during the course. Using specific cases students will work on screening market opportunities and creating viable business models for enterprise development based on innovation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT5999","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MT6999","ModuleTitle":"DOCTORAL SEMINARS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1101","ModuleTitle":"Composition Major Study 1A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1107","ModuleTitle":"Large Ensembles 1A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Provides comprehensive orchestral training and performance experience exposing students to music of the 17th through 21st centuries for chamber orchestra. Each year the Conservatory Orchestra will perform a cross-section of the standard orchestral repertoire, supplemented by new works and lesser-known compositions. Seating assignments in the orchestra are rotated as much as possible. Placement is by audition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1109","ModuleTitle":"Foundations for String Chamber Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The study and performance of selected literature where enrolled students cover in groups at least two contrasting foundational movements by different classical composers (Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and/or Schubert). Students would be assessed on their active participation in the studio class, covering a range of foundational movements which provide an overview of the foundational dimensions of small ensemble material relevant to string players. Students are expected to participate in at least one public performance and final examination on one of the prepared movements. Students should offer reflections of process in their e-portfolio and post a video of at least one movement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1110","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Ensemble 1B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The study and performance of selected literature for specific instrumental groups and combinations, including orchestral instruments and keyboard instruments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1111","ModuleTitle":"Piano Ensemble 1A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Undergraduate piano majors are required to take this module as part of the chamber music programme. It is designed to develop reading skills an understanding of written music to foster accuracy and facility in performance at sight. The module is offered in conjunction with four-hand piano literature to acquire ensemble and performance experience through the piano-ensemble repertory of different periods and styles. The course also includes basic analysis and score reading.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1115","ModuleTitle":"Accompanying/Sight-Reading I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1149","ModuleTitle":"Practical Skills for the Versatile Percussionist A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Practical Skills for the Versatile Percussionist A focuses on essential skills that are critical value-adds for any percussionist.  Practical methods are introduced and developed such as head-clearing and tuning, mallet-making, efficient construction of multiple percussion setups, and general instrument maintenance.  Classes are a mix of theoretical and hands-on instruction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-1-0-1-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1153","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 1A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. 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Two: “Applied\r\nWoodwinds Techniques,” will be playing based and will\r\nutilize in-class “woodwinds lab” activities to apply basic\r\nwoodwinds playing and woodwinds ensemble techniques\r\nin a group setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0.75-0-0.75-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1156","ModuleTitle":"First Year Woodwinds Class B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"A continuation of MUA1180 First Year Woodwinds Class\r\nA, First Year Woodwinds Class B is a class designed to\r\nfurther introduce and familiarize the student with the skills\r\nand knowledge necessary for professional-level\r\nwoodwinds playing. The course will consist of two primary\r\ncomponents divided over 10 sessions throughout the\r\nsemester. One: “Learning through Listening,” will be\r\nclassroom based and will introduce the history and\r\nliterature of orchestral woodwinds playing. Two: “Applied\r\nWoodwinds Techniques,” will be playing based and will\r\nutilize in-class “woodwinds lab” activities to apply basic\r\nwoodwinds playing and woodwinds ensemble techniques\r\nin a group setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0.75-0-0.75-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"MUA1180 First Year Woodwinds Class A","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1161","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 1A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1162","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 1B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA1161","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1163","ModuleTitle":"The Profession of Music 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-2-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1165","ModuleTitle":"Music and Machines","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the use of machines to create music in the last 70 years. It focuses on the topics of synthesis, signal processing, live interactivity, and computer-aided composition, and introduces important repertoire that uses technology from this time period. Students will work in programming\r\nenvironments designed for musical applications to create electro-acoustic and algorithmic compositions.\r\n\r\n The module is mandatory for all BMus students majoring in composition at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory. For those students, it should be taken during the second semester of study.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-0-0-1.5-1.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1170","ModuleTitle":"Basic Recording 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1180","ModuleTitle":"First Year Brass Class A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"First Year Brass Class (FYBC) is a class designed to introduce and familiarize the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for professional-level brass playing. The course will consist of two primary components divided over 10 sessions throughout the semester. One: “Learning through Listening,” will be classroom based and will introduce the history and literature of orchestral brass\r\nplaying. Two: “Applied Brass Techniques,” will be playing based and will utilize in-class “brass lab” activities to apply basic brass playing and brass ensemble techniques in a group setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0.75-0-0.75-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1190","ModuleTitle":"Applied Voice Major Study 1A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Individual voice lessons specially designed for first semester, freshman performance majors. Technical skills, competency and suitable repertoire are expected at the appropriate levels. An individual performance will be required during the second semester of every academic year.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-2-1-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1191","ModuleTitle":"Applied Voice Major Studies 1B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Individual voice lessons specially designed for second semester, freshmen year performance majors. Technical skills, competency and suitable repertoire are expected at the appropriate levels. An individual performance will be required\r\nduring the second semester of every academic year.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-2-1.5-8","Prerequisite":"MUA 1190 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1192","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Singers 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Required for voice majors during the first 4 semesters of enrollment, these modules allow students to learn about music through participation in a vocal performance ensemble. Choral music is a vibrant and vital part of many traditions and cultures world wide and has played a major role in western music throughout history. Students will participate in regular rehearsals, and will learn and perform choral music from the Renaissance to the Twentieth-century. Through these courses, students will gain knowledge of diverse repertoire, composers, genres, styles, and period performance practices. Students will also learn fundamentals of vocal production and choral technique and will experience working together in a unique team ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-4-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"Open to Voice Majors","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1193","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Singers 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Required for voice majors during the first 4 semesters of enrollment, these modules allow students to learn about music through participation in a vocal performance ensemble. Choral music is a vibrant and vital part of many traditions and cultures world wide and has played a major role in western music\r\nthroughout history. Students will participate in regular rehearsals, and will learn and perform choral music from the Renaissance to the Twentieth-century. Through these courses, students will gain knowledge of diverse repertoire, composers, genres, styles, and period performance practices. Students will also learn\r\nfundamentals of vocal production and choral technique and will experience working together in a unique team ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1196","ModuleTitle":"Diction for Singers 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will address diction for singing in Italian and English. Students will study and acquire the rules for pronouncing these languages through use of the\r\nInternational Phonetics Alphabet (IPA). The class will be taught in two basic sections; the first section will be the study of the rules of IPA and the second will be the application of this study through in-class performances which will be evaluated by the instructor and class members.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-0-0-1-2","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA1201","ModuleTitle":"Rudiments of Musicianship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"A practical course to introduce students to the rudiments of musicianship (namely singing melody, understanding rhythm and hearing harmony). Strategies for teaching these materials may be learned through the creative assignments and modelling exercises from the instructor. The pedagogical approach is the employment of a spiral curriculum as influenced by the ideas of Jerome Bruner.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"N/A","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2101","ModuleTitle":"Composition Major Study 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-2-0-4-9","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2107","ModuleTitle":"Large Ensembles 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Provides comprehensive orchestral training and performance experience exposing students to music of the 17th through 21st centuries for chamber orchestra. Each year the Conservatory Orchestra will perform a cross-section of the standard orchestral repertoire, supplemented by new works and lesser-known compositions. Seating assignments in the orchestra are rotated as much as possible. Placement is by audition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2109","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Music I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The study and performance of selected literature covering an entire work which is considered central to an instrumental area (ie strings, wind, brass). Students would be assessed on their active participation in the studio class, providing an overview of the most significant works relevant to the genre. Students would also be expected to participate in at least one public performance as well as in a final examination of sections of two of the prepared work. They should offer reflections of process in their e-portfolio as well as posting a video of at least one movement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"MUA1109","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2110","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Music in Mixed Ensemble","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The study and performance of selected literature for an entire work involving a mixed ensemble (across different instrumental families). Students would be assessed on their active participation in the studio class, providing an overview of the most significant works relevant to the genre. Students would also be expected to participate in at least one public performance as well as in a final examination of sections of two of the prepared work. They should offer reflections of process in their e-portfolio as well as posting a video of at least one movement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"MUA1109","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2131","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Music Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces contemporary music repertoire in solo, chamber, and larger (sinfonietta) ensemble settings for all orchestral instruments and piano. Students work\nwith coaches in repertoire appropriate for their instrument, learning new techniques necessary for the performance of contemporary work. Participation in rehearsals and\nconcerts by OpusNovus, the conservatory’s contemporary music ensemble, is required. \n\nThis module is mandatory for all students majoring in performance on an orchestral instrument or piano. For those students, the module is generally taken Year 2, Semester 2 or in Year 3 of study","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2153","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. Students need to maintain a 80% attendance rate in order to receive a S (Satisfactory) designation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2154","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 2B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. 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It continues and consolidates processes initiated in the previous semester with a view to the presentation of a major performance portfolio at the end of the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA1162","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2162","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 2B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental/composition lessons specially designed for performance majors. It builds on processes begun in previous major study modules and further develops each student’s individual musical identity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA2161","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2163","ModuleTitle":"Leading and Guiding Through Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This is a compulsory module for all second year YSTCM students. In this module students will work in a group to create and facilitate a creative, hands-on music making activity to be implemented with other people, i.e., students in a school, community centre, or any other setting. Aspects of music pedagogy covered will include classroom teaching concepts, lesson planning and practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2170","ModuleTitle":"Multitrack Recording 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce the theory and practice of studio near-distance microphone techniques for a variety of acoustic and electric/electronic instruments. More in-depth coverage of mixing consoles for multitrack recording and basic mixing will also be covered, as will analysis of recording work and basic concepts of musical acoustics and digital audio. Students will be required to finish at least 2 multi-track projects independently during the course of the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-3-3-0","Prerequisite":"Basic Recording 2","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2173","ModuleTitle":"Acoustics and Psychoacoustics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This course module covers the physics and perceptioncognition of sound. Fundamental behaviour of sound waves in free field and enclosed spaces, noise control, signal processing, and perception-cognition of a wide range of aural signals will be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-3-3-0","Prerequisite":"Basic Recording 2","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2175","ModuleTitle":"RAS Project 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The module provides the basic concept of the sound of the classical music and some basic stereo microphone techniques for the live classical music concert. Students will be requested to finish at least 2 hours live concert recording each week, at least 20 hours of total recording time.\r\n\r\nIn this module, students need to finish each project session with the module supervisor together. Each project session should be fully under the direction of the module supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-6-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2176","ModuleTitle":"RAS Project 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Beside continually handling the live concert recording, RAS Project 2 also provides the critical concept and skills of classical music production in the recording studio environment. Students will learn how to set up main stereo microphone and spot microphones in the recording studio for generating both studio and live concert style sound.\r\n\r\nIn this module, students will be requested to finish at least 20 hours live concert recording, and at least 4 studio sessions.\r\n\r\nIn this module, students need to finish each project session with module supervisor together. Each project session should be fully under the direction of the module supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-6-0","Prerequisite":"MUA2175 RAS Project 1","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2180","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Brass 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Brass is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral brass playing experience to the brass majors of YSTCM. This class is required for all MUS2 brass majors but is also open to all brass-playing students at the conservatory committed to intensive study of orchestral brass playing techniques and repertoire. In 10 sessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral repertoire for brass. Brass students are expected to demonstrate aptitude in large ensemble playing including: orchestral concepts in sound, intonation, and blend, as well as a professional attitude in working with conductors and colleagues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA 1181 First Year Brass Class B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2182","ModuleTitle":"Percussion Audition Techniques 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"In this module, the art and science of orchestral percussion auditions is imparted in a blend of theory and mock auditions.  Audition strategies and techniques are related and reinforced, including defeating physical manifestations of nervousness (such as cold or shaking hands), goal-oriented training in a wide variety of instruments, and performing at peak levels on all families of percussion instruments on any given day.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA1150 Basic Mechanics of Percussion B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2184","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the Double bass majors of YSTCM. In 13\r\nsessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral repertoire for Double bass. Double bass students are expected to demonstrate aptitude in large ensemble playing including: orchestral concepts in sound, intonation, and blend, as well as a professional attitude in working with conductors and colleagues. This module also teaches them essential audition techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA1107 Large Ensembles 1A","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2185","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Woodwinds 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Woodwinds is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the woodwinds majors of YSTCM. In 13\r\nsessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral repertoire for woodwinds. Woodwinds students are expected to  emonstrate aptitude in large ensemble playing including: orchestral concepts in\r\nsound, intonation, and blend, as well as a professional attitude in working with conductors and colleagues. This module also teaches them essential audition techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA1156 First Year Woodwinds Class B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2186","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Harp 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Harp is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the Harp majors of YSTCM. In 13 sessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral\r\nrepertoire for Harp. Harp students are expected to demonstrate aptitude in large ensemble playing including: orchestral concepts in sound, intonation, and blend, as well as a professional attitude in working with conductors and colleagues. This module also teaches them essential audition techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA1107 Large Ensembles 1A","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2190","ModuleTitle":"Applied Voice Major Study 2A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Individual voice lessons specially designed for first semester, sophomore year performance majors. Technical skills, competency and suitable repertoire are expected at the appropriate levels. An individual performance will be required during the first semester of every academic year.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-2-1-6","Prerequisite":"MUA 1191 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2191","ModuleTitle":"Applied Voice Major Study 2B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Individual voice lessons specially designed for first semester, sophomore year performance majors. Technical skills, competency and suitable repertoire are expected at the appropriate levels.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-2-1.5-8","Prerequisite":"MUA 2190 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2192","ModuleTitle":"Chambers Singers 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Required for voice majors during the first 4 semesters of enrollment, these modules allow students to learn about music through participation in a vocal performance ensemble. Choral music is a vibrant and vital part of many traditions and cultures world wide and has played a major role in western music\r\nthroughout history. Students will participate in regular rehearsals, and will learn and perform choral music from the Renaissance to the Twentieth-century. Through these courses, students will gain knowledge of diverse repertoire, composers, genres, styles, and period performance practices. Students will also learn fundamentals of vocal production and choral technique and will experience working together in a unique team ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-4-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"Open to Voice Majors","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2193","ModuleTitle":"Chambers Singers 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Required for voice majors during the first 4 semesters of enrollment, these modules allow students to learn about music through participation in a vocal performance ensemble. Choral music is a vibrant and vital part of many traditions and cultures world wide and has played a major role in western music\r\nthroughout history. Students will participate in regular rehearsals, and will learn and perform choral music from the Renaissance to the Twentieth-century. Through these courses, students will gain knowledge of diverse repertoire, composers, genres, styles, and period performance practices. Students will also learn fundamentals of vocal production and choral technique and will experience working together in a unique team ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-4-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"Open to Voice Majors","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2201","ModuleTitle":"Keyboard Literature I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Keyboard Literature explores the great composers and their greatest works for keyboard instruments. The keyboard music that forms the core repertory of contemporary conservatory curriculums and concert programs will be the primary focus. Semester 1 slightly emphasizes music from the Baroque through Classical period, but works from all periods will be covered. Works for harpsichord, clavichord, organ and fortepiano will be examined, and practical experience performing on period instruments (especially the harpsichord and fortepiano) will allow the students to experience the sound world of the composer. (Non-Conservatory students that can read music may take this course as a free elective.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2205","ModuleTitle":"Rhythmical Devices in Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"A practical course for a clear understanding of rhythmic subdivisions and groupings. These concepts are the foundation for a thorough understanding of how rhythm works in composed music, improvised music and interactive musical performance. The devices learned include a system of rhythmic counting based on South Indian Konnakkol and how it is applied in polyrhythm and score memorization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-1-3","Prerequisite":"N.A.","Preclusion":"Only open to students at Yong Siew Toh Conservatory","Corequisite":"N.A."},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2206","ModuleTitle":"Harmonic Hearing for Performers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"A practical course for developing the ability to hear harmonic progressions in all kinds of music (including classical, popular music and jazz). Students will learn to hear various basic chord voicings as well as chord extensions. 2 voice intervals will also be covered. The chord progressions learned in the course will be a good foundation for students to take into their professional endeavours.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-1-3","Prerequisite":"N.A.","Preclusion":"Only open to students at Yong Siew Toh Conservatory","Corequisite":"N.A."},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2208","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Contemporary Music Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Students in this module rehearse and perform with OpusNovus, the conservatory’s new music ensemble.  Students will perform contemporary works for solo, chamber, and large ensemble settings. Students work with coaches in repertoire appropriate for their instrument, learning new techniques necessary for the performance of contemporary work.  Performance of learned repertoire is the main form of assessment.\n\nAs this module is an elective ensemble in which students perform contemporary solo and chamber music, they are encouraged to propose works they would like to learn in the module, planning with their respective coach an appropriate set of pieces to work on over the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-3-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2255","ModuleTitle":"Applied Secondary A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA2256","ModuleTitle":"Applied Secondary B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3101","ModuleTitle":"Composition Major Study 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental/composition lessons specially designed for performance majors. Students are encouraged to identify and give expression to their own musical identity. This module helps students to further assimilate and integrate knowledge and musicianship with their own individual instrumental/compositional skills in a more highly skilled manner than in previous major study modules. It also deepens students’ understanding of stylistic demands and specialist techniques appropriate to a broad repertoire (performers)/compositional styles and techniques (composers).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"1-0-0-2-12","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3105","ModuleTitle":"Conducting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3107","ModuleTitle":"Large Ensembles 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Provides comprehensive orchestral training and performance experience exposing students to music of the 17th through 21st centuries for chamber orchestra. Each year the Conservatory Orchestra will perform a cross-section of the standard orchestral repertoire, supplemented by new works and lesser-known compositions. Seating assignments in the orchestra are rotated as much as possible. Placement is by audition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3108","ModuleTitle":"Large Ensembles 3B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Provides comprehensive orchestral training and performance experience exposing students to music of the 17th through 21st centuries for chamber orchestra. Each year the Conservatory Orchestra will perform a cross-section of the standard orchestral repertoire, supplemented by new works and lesser-known compositions. Seating assignments in the orchestra are rotated as much as possible. Placement is by audition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3109","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Music II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The study and performance of selected literature for specific instrumental groups and combinations, including orchestral and keyboard instruments. Students would be assessed on their active participation in the studio class, providing an overview of the most significant works relevant to the genre. Students would also be expected to participate in at least one public performance as well as in a final examination of sections of two of the prepared work. They should offer reflections of process in their e-portfolio as well as posting a video of at least one movement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"MUA2109","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3110","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Ensemble 3B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The study and performance of selected literature for specific instrumental groups and combinations, including orchestral instruments and keyboard instruments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3113","ModuleTitle":"Keyboard Skills For Piano Majors III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Continuation of Keyboard Skills for Piano Majors I-II that requires a higher degree of score-reading skills at the keyboard.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3120","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass 3B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the Double Bass majors of YSTCM. In 13 sessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral repertoire for Double Bass. Repertoire selected in this module will build on and complement repertoire studied in MUA3119. Double Bass students consolidate and further develop technical, musical, and stylistic skills and knowledge essential to this repertoire’s effective execution. This module continues to develop professional audition performance techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA3119 Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass 3A","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3131","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Excerpts for Strings 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-2-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3132","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Excerpts for Strings 3B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-2-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3153","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. Students need to maintain a 80% attendance rate in order to receive a S (Satisfactory) designation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3154","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 3B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. Students need to maintain a 80% attendance rate in order to receive a S (Satisfactory) designation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3155","ModuleTitle":"Collaborative Piano Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3156","ModuleTitle":"Collaborative Piano Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3161","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental/composition lessons specially designed for performance majors. It continues and consolidates processes initiated in previous semesters with a view to the presentation of a Junior Recital (performers and composers) at the end of the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-1-0-2-12","Prerequisite":"MUA2162","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3162","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 3B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental/composition lessons specially designed for performance majors. It continues and consolidates processes initiated in previous semesters with a view to the presentation of a Junior Recital (performers and composers) at the end of the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-1-0-2-12","Prerequisite":"MUA3161","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3163","ModuleTitle":"Musical Pathways","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"To introduce to students with emerging artistic identities different musical career pathways and skillsets necessary for success in this sector through awareness of the arts ecosystem, and sector specific skills musical and managerial leadership,\npresentation, promotion, administration and production and conducting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"MUA 1163 Introduction to Professional Development","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3170","ModuleTitle":"Audio Mixing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover the concepts, techniques, and aesthetics of mixing sound for stereo and multi-channel formats. The primary focus will be on recording studiobased\r\ncontexts for rock, pop, jazz, and classical genres. The basics of live sound mixing will also be introduced. Topics will include building an aural image; time, frequency, and dynamics processing; bottom-up and topdown approaches; stereo and multi-channel formats.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-2-3-3-0","Prerequisite":"Multitrack Recording 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3175","ModuleTitle":"RAS Project 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module covers fundamentals of large format digital console design and applications. The module will also provides concepts, skills and hands on experience with regards to close miking techniques. The module will also cover some basic audio editing skills on Protools software. Students will be requested to finish at least 40 hours of recording studio sessions, and submit one 5 tracks CD with technical description. In this module, students need to finish each project session with module supervisor together. Each project session should be fully under the direction of the module supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-6-0","Prerequisite":"MUA2176 RAS Project 2","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3176","ModuleTitle":"RAS Project 4","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the theory and skills required for audio recording and editing techniques for the video programs. Students will be requested to finish at least 2 projects of audio production for video programs.\r\n\r\nIn this module, students need to finish each project session with module supervisor together. Each project session should be overviewed by the module supervisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-6-0","Prerequisite":"MUA3175 RAS Project 3","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3181","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Concepts in Orchestral Repertoire I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Concepts in Orchestral Repertoire I (ACOR) for brass is a group seminar designed for third year orchestral brass players, in order to prepare them for professionallevel orchestral auditions. It is intended to build on their\r\nexperiences in previous brass orchestral repertoire modules and Conservatory Orchestra, and focus their knowledge on how to prepare and execute professional\r\norchestral auditions. In this module, each ACOR student will prepare ten standard orchestral excerpts for their instrument to a professional performance level. In \r\npreparing each excerpt, the student is also expected to research supporting materials in order to gain a broader technical and musicological understanding of  their chosen repertoire.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0.75-0.75-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"MUA2181 Orchestral Repertoire for Brass 2B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3182","ModuleTitle":"Percussion Audition Techniques 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"In this module, the art and science of orchestral percussion auditions is imparted in a blend of theory and mock auditions.  Audition strategies and techniques are related and reinforced, including defeating physical manifestations of nervousness (such as cold or shaking hands), goal-oriented training in a wide variety of instruments, and performing at peak levels on all families of percussion instruments on any given day.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA2183 Orchestral Repertoire for Percussion 2B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3184","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the Double Bass majors of YSTCM. In 13\r\nsessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral repertoire for Double Bass. Repertoire selected in this module will build on and complement repertoire studied in MUA2120. Double Bass students consolidate and further develop technical, musical, and stylistic skills and knowledge essential to this repertoire’s effective execution. This module focuses more than previous modules on equipping students with professional audition performance techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA2120 Orchestral Repertoire for Double Bass 2B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3185","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Woodwinds 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Woodwinds is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the woodwinds majors of YSTCM. In 13\r\nsessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral repertoire for woodwinds. Repertoire selected in this module will build on and complement repertoire studied in MUA2128. Woodwinds students consolidate and further develop technical, musical, and stylistic skills and knowledge essential to this repertoire’s effective execution. This module focuses more than previous modules on equipping students with professional audition performance techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA2128 Orchestral Repertoire for Woodwinds 2B","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3186","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Repertoire for Harp 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Orchestral Repertoire for Harp is an orchestral repertory class designed to give orchestral playing experience to the Harp majors of YSTCM. In 13 sessions throughout the semester, the class will read and rehearse significant orchestral\r\nrepertoire for Harp. Repertoire selected in this module will build on and complement repertoire studied in MUA2187. Harp students consolidate and further develop technical, musical, and stylistic skills and knowledge essential to this repertoire’s effective execution. This module focuses more than previous modules on equipping students with professional audition performance techniques and skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"MUA2187 Orchestral Repertoire for Harp 2B","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3190","ModuleTitle":"Applied Voice Major Study 3A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Individual voice lessons specially designed for first semester, junior year performance majors. Technical skills, competency and suitable repertoire are expected at the appropriate levels. An individual performance will be required during the second semester of every academic year.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-2-1-6","Prerequisite":"MUA 2191 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3191","ModuleTitle":"Junior Recital in Voice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Presented at the end of the junior year, students will be required to present 20-30 minutes of music in performance in a wide variety of styles in Italian, English and either German or French. Combined with private lessons, the performance will comprise one half of the final grade.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"1-0-2-0-12","Prerequisite":"MUA 3190 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3194","ModuleTitle":"Voice Literature 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover literature composed for the voice from the medieval period through approximately 1800. Repertoire covered will include music for solo voice as well as vocal chamber music and oratorio of various languages and styles. In-class performances and other class presentations will be required. There will be a final exam.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"2-0-0-1-2","Prerequisite":"MUT 2118 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3205","ModuleTitle":"Jazz Study and Performance 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to the performance of jazz or popular music as practiced in the USA from the 1920s to the early 1950s. This module shows you how to perform and improvise jazz music as an instrumentalist or vocalist through the study and practice of class materials and listening. Theoretical materials will include chord scale theory, basic jazz musical forms, chord extensions, basic reharmonization techniques, and roman numeral analysis in jazz. The improvisational concepts taught are based on jazz theory and practice. There will be a listening list of about 80 well-known jazz pieces.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"MUT2118 Musical Concepts and Materials IV (or equivalent)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3210","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Singers 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Required for voice majors during the first 4 semesters of enrollment, these modules allow students to learn about music through participation in a vocal performance ensemble. Choral music is a vibrant and vital part of many traditions and cultures world wide and has played a major role in western music throughout history. Students will participate in regular rehearsals, and will learn and perform choral music from the Renaissance to the Twentieth-century. Through these courses, students will gain knowledge of diverse repertoire, composers, genres, styles, and period performance practices. Students will also learn fundamentals of vocal production and choral technique and will experience working together in a unique team ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3211","ModuleTitle":"Chamber Singers 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Required for voice majors during the first 4 semesters of enrollment, these modules allow students to learn about music through participation in a vocal performance ensemble. Choral music is a vibrant and vital part of many traditions and cultures world wide and has played a major role in western music\r\nthroughout history. Students will participate in regular rehearsals, and will learn and perform choral music from the Renaissance to the Twentieth-century. Through these courses, students will gain knowledge of diverse repertoire, composers, genres, styles, and period performance practices. Students will also learn\r\nfundamentals of vocal production and choral technique and will experience working together in a unique team ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3214","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Pedagogy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to introduce students to a variety of core strategies for teaching music from Primary to Secondary level in classroom and individual settings.\nThrough discussion, reading, understanding of different pedagogies, presentations and teaching excerpts, the module will expose students to diverse approaches to teaching, develop workshop skills and enhance students’ ability to develop creativity and skills needed to produce an interesting music curriculum underpinned by appropriate music pedagogical approaches.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-3-1-2-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3216","ModuleTitle":"Performance and Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This is a third and fourth year elective module for all YSTCM students. This module seeks to develop the students’ technical and artistic capacity for performance\nand communication in a variety of formal and non-formal contexts. The students will engage in performances in a community setting, ranging from a local Singaporean one to a larger one that includes the South East Asian region.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3221","ModuleTitle":"Intensive Music Engagement Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The main focus of this module is the completion of a major project of significant career impact. The project should be directly connected to the student’s future goals beyond graduation. Projects are expected to involve internship, international competitions, festivals or other similarly significant events of high rigour and visibility.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-1-0-2-1","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3222","ModuleTitle":"SEAsian Regional Creative Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This course has a local and overseas component. The overseas component will take place during the recess weeks at NUS typically between weeks six and seven.\nStudents will prepare for the project in the first six weeks, complete the project during the recess week, then return to NUS for follow up activities related to the project that can be done locally as well as reflection of their overseas experiences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students will apply directly to the instructor seeking permission to join. The Professional Integration faculty and administration will decide who is admitted based on their work and drive in other courses and activities. Students must demonstrate genuine interest and capacity for the goals of the course to be considered. Travel to the country where the project is to take place is required, so students must willing and able to travel to the specified country.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3224","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Keyboard Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the study of intermediate piano repertoire and application of harmony at the keyboard. Students learn various important keyboard skills and techniques that enhance their understanding of and experience in making music. Such skills include harmonization, transposition, figured bass, improvisation, piano techniques, score reading, musical interpretation, solo and ensemble playing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"Audition. Approximate four years of piano studying with sight-reading skill.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3225","ModuleTitle":"Early Advanced Keyboard Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of MUA 3204 Intermediate Keyboard Studies. It presents the study of early advanced piano repertoire and application of more advanced harmony at the keyboard. Students continue to develop various important keyboard skills and techniques that enhance their understanding of and experience in making music. Such skills include harmonization, transposition, figured bass, improvisation, piano techniques, score reading, musical interpretation, solo and ensemble playing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"MUA3204. Or audition. Approximate five years of piano studying with sight-reading skill.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3255","ModuleTitle":"Applied Secondary C","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3256","ModuleTitle":"Applied Secondary D","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3260","ModuleTitle":"Internship in Music Related Pathways","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The internship module provides opportunity for hands-on learning in a professional context. Students will intern in a Singapore based music related company or agency. The knowledge and experiences gained will be documented in a final self reflective submission.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3261","ModuleTitle":"Career Development Group Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The main focus of this module is the completion of a major project of community outreach. The project should in some way be connected to the student’s future goals beyond graduation. The student(s) enrolled will develop the project and therefore will be unique by design. Students will identify a faculty mentor to guide them in the project production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-0-5-4","Prerequisite":"Musical Pathways, Leading and Guiding through Music.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3264","ModuleTitle":"Career Development Independent Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Building on previously completed professional development modules, students will design, develop and implement a music-related project in an external\nenvironment. Students will also incorporate strategies and materials for promoting their careers using traditional and new media.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-0-5-4","Prerequisite":"Pre-requisite of 5 MCs of Professional Development\r\nmodules","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3270","ModuleTitle":"Architectural Acoustics and Acoustical Measurement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This course module covers the fundamentals and applications of room acoustics, vibration and noise control, construction materials and techniques, design of rooms for music, and aspects of sound reinforcement systems applicable to architectural design. Additional coverage of acoustical measurement, noise metrics, acoustic modeling, and auralization is included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-3-3-0","Prerequisite":"Acoustics and Psychoacoustics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA3271","ModuleTitle":"Acoustics and Sound Production for Performers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students introductory knowledge about audio and video production that is related to their own instrument. The topics will include stereo recording\ntechniques for solo instrument and ensemble, acoustics design for performing and practicing space, sound reinforcement for live performance, digital video and audio\nediting techniques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-2-2-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4107","ModuleTitle":"Large Ensembles 4A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Provides comprehensive orchestral training and performance experience exposing students to music of the 17th through 21st centuries for chamber orchestra. Each year the Conservatory Orchestra will perform a cross-section of the standard orchestral repertoire, supplemented by new works and lesser-known compositions. Seating assignments in the orchestra are rotated as much as possible. Placement is by audition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4108","ModuleTitle":"Large Ensembles 4B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Provides comprehensive orchestral training and performance experience exposing students to music of the 17th through 21st centuries for chamber orchestra. Each year the Conservatory Orchestra will perform a cross-section of the standard orchestral repertoire, supplemented by new works and lesser-known compositions. Seating assignments in the orchestra are rotated as much as possible. Placement is by audition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4113","ModuleTitle":"Piano Pedagogy A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The module focuses on the principles, materials, career development and piano techniques in the teaching of piano. Students will be observed on issues of piano pedagogy under the supervision of the Instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4153","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 4A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. Students need to maintain a 80% attendance rate in order to receive a S (Satisfactory) designation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4154","ModuleTitle":"Noon Recital Series 4B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"These recitals offer student performances covering all historical periods and a variety of genre. Attendance is compulsory for all students throughout the course of the undergraduate programme. Students need to maintain a 80% attendance rate in order to receive a S (Satisfactory) designation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4161","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 4A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA3162","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4162","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 4B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA4161","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4173","ModuleTitle":"Audio for Media 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the theory and skills required for audio recording and editing techniques for the video programs. Students will be requested to complete at least 2 projects of audio production for video programs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-6-0","Prerequisite":"MUA2171 Multi-Track Recording 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4175","ModuleTitle":"RAS Final Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"2nd major RAS students need to finish the final project under supervision. Students will be requested to finish one CD production with at least 3 multitrack productions that should focus on pop, jazz and rock music and at least 2 tracks stereo recordings that should focus on the classical music. Students will also need to finish the technical description of their recordings. The description should include the information of equipment operation like microphone set up and parameter adjustment on the outboard equipment, and some consideration about the acoustics.\r\n\r\nStudents should finish the final project individually. Module instructor will be present in the session if necessary.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-2-6-0","Prerequisite":"MUA3176 RAS Project 4","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4176","ModuleTitle":"Music Production and Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students knowledge about music production with logic pro,  acoustics design and microphone techniques for the performing space, and history and theory for pop music.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"MUA1170 Basic Recording 1, MUA1171 Basic Recording 2, MUA2170 Multitrack Recording 1, MUA2170 Multitrack Recording 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4177","ModuleTitle":"Music Production and Marketing II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students knowledge about music production promotion, music production skills on protools, and internet video and audio technology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"MUA4176 Music Production and Marketing I","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4181","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Concepts in Orchestral Repertoire II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Concepts in Orchestral Repertoire II (ACOR) for brass is a group seminar designed for 4th year orchestral brass players, in order to prepare them for professionallevel orchestral auditions. A continuation of the repertoire\r\ncovered in Advanced Concepts in Orchestral Repertoire I, ACOR II is intended to further build on students’ experience in previous brass orchestral repertoire modules and Conservatory Orchestra, and focuses their knowledge on how to prepare and execute professional orchestral auditions. In this module, each ACOR student will prepare ten standard orchestral excerpts for their instrument to a\r\nprofessional performance level. In preparing each excerpt, the student is also expected to research supporting materials in order to gain a broader technical and\r\nmusicological understanding of their chosen repertoire.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0.75-0.75-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"MUA3181 Advanced Concepts in Orchestral Repertoire I","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4190","ModuleTitle":"Applied Voice Major Study 4A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Individual voice lessons specially designed for first semester, senior year performance majors. Technical skills, competency and suitable repertoire are expected at the appropriate levels. An individual performance will be required during the second semester of every academic year.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-2-1-6","Prerequisite":"MUA 3191 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4191","ModuleTitle":"Senior Recital in Voice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Presented at the end of the senior year, students will be required to present a full-length recital (45-55 minutes of music) in a wide variety of styles in Italian, English, German and French. Students may petition the Head of Vocal Studies to present a thematic, chamber music or other recital and, based upon the students’ individual background and performance experiences, this may be allowed. Combined with private lessons, the performance will comprise three fourths of the final grade.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"1-0-2-0-22","Prerequisite":"MUA 4190 or Permission of Instructor","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4203","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Conducting I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Designed for the student who desires more intensive study in conducting. Literature will be sequenced with the more difficult works in the Advanced Conducting course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA4105","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4205","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Conducting II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Designed for the student who desires more intensive study in conducting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MUA4203 or MUA4204","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4215","ModuleTitle":"Vocal Pedagogy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will serve as an introduction to Vocal Pedagogy and will consist of a survey of the current literature on the subject as well as supervised teaching of a beginning level voice student. Course requirements include extensive reading, written assignments, in-class presentations, and mid-term and final examinations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-2-0-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4219","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chamber Ensemble","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This ensemble is devoted to the study and performance of experimental musical works representative of the 20th century and contemporary compositions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4220","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chamber Ensemble","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This ensemble is devoted to the study and performance of experimental musical works representative of the 20th century and contemporary compositions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4228","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chamber Ensemble","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4229","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chamber Ensemble","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4231","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Excerpts for Strings 4A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-2-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA4232","ModuleTitle":"Orchestral Excerpts for Strings 4B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-2-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"MUA4231 Orchestral Excerpts for Strings 4A","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"MUA5115","ModuleTitle":"Ensemble Study 5A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around chamber / orchestral and related ensemble study specially designed for performance / composition majors. It allows the time and opportunity for students to become able ensemble participants in a variety of contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-4-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA5116","ModuleTitle":"Ensemble Study 5B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module continues to consoldate and hone experience around chamber / orchestral and related ensemble study specially designed for performance / composition majors. Students gain greater responsibility in their roles within the ensembles, including assuming leadership and organizational roles where applicable.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-4-6","Prerequisite":"MUA5115 Ensemble Study 5A","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA5161","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 5A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental / composition lessons specially designed for performance / composition majors. It consolidates and hones technical and musical skills appropriate to a varied range of musical\r\nstyles and professional performance contexts. It develops confidence, independence, self-reliance and self-reflection in preparation for advanced study and a life of changing professional expectations and demands.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-1-0-2-22","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA5162","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 5B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental / composition lessons specially designed for performance / composition majors. It continues to consolidate and hone processes initiated in the previous semester, with a view to the presentation of a preliminary major Public Recital during the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-1-0-2-22","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA6115","ModuleTitle":"Ensemble Study 6A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module further consoldates and hones experience around chamber / orchestral and related ensemble study specially designed for performance / composition majors. In addition to greater responsibility in their roles within the\r\nensembles, students also develop extended repertoire acquisition and experiences in a variety of ensemble contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-4-6","Prerequisite":"MUA5116 Ensemble Study 5B","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA6116","ModuleTitle":"Ensemble Study 6B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The final graduate ensemble module brings to a summation a wide range of training and experience relevant to the professional instrumentalist’s / composer’s abilities and success within a professional music context in the realms of chamber music, orchestral music, and related ensemble combinations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-4-6","Prerequisite":"MUA6115 Ensemble Study 6A","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA6161","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 6A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental / composition lessons specially designed for performance / composition majors. It continues to consolidate and hone technical and musical skills appropriate to a varied range of musical styles and professional performance contexts. It develops confidence, independence, self-reliance and selfreflection in preparation for advanced study and a life of changing professional expectations and demands.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-1-0-2-22","Prerequisite":"MUA5162 Major Study 5B","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUA6162","ModuleTitle":"Major Study 6B","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module revolves around individual instrumental / composition lessons specially designed for performance / composition majors. It continues to consolidate and hone processes initiated in previous semesters, with a view to\r\nthe presentation of a final major Public Recital during the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-1-0-2-22","Prerequisite":"MUA6161 Major Study 6A","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUH1100","ModuleTitle":"Understanding and Describing Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to introduce students to a variety of core\nstrategies for engaging with, understanding, and communicating\nabout music at a tertiary level. Through listening, performing,\ndiscussion, reading, and writing, the module will expose students\nto diverse musical styles, forms, and genres, introduce various\nanalytical and aesthetic approaches to music, and enhance\nstudents’ ability to engage critically in musical dialogue using\nappropriate terminology and media.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUH1101","ModuleTitle":"Foundations for Musical Discovery","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"An academic introduction to the study of music, necessary for success as a music student and professional musician in the 21st century. Focusing on research, communication and critical thinking, students will acquire a shared vocabulary to talk and write about music, and an understanding of musical concepts, periodicity, and genres. Students will also study music as a cultural and social phenomenon and contrast historical and present performance practice, with emphasis on works currently being performed in the Conservatory. This module is mandatory for all BMus students at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory during the first semester of study.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUH2202","ModuleTitle":"What Was, and Is, Popular Music?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"What musicians, singers, and composers have, and had, the most, and least, followers, and why? This course is a detailed study of the dynamics among music, music makers, and audiences in history. Central to this course is a critical comparison of historical and present case studies. Historical case studies draw from the western music legacy, and contemporary case studies will draw from the global as well as Singapore and Asia. Students will analyse common patterns, discriminate differences, and make inferences from these case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUH2203","ModuleTitle":"Music of the Church and State","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"A study of music produced in religious and political settings, with an emphasis on music of the European Baroque tradition. The course explores issues of patronage, audience reception and performance, both in Baroque Europe and modern Singapore and SE Asia. Students will investigate and analyse musical genres and styles, and the religious beliefs, political ideology and artistic movements which form their context. (Non-Conservatory students that can read music may take this course as a free elective.)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUH4204","ModuleTitle":"Music History for Post-Graduate Placement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"An intensive western music survey designed to prepare students for graduate school placement exams. Students will review and study in detail genres, musical styles, periodicity, composers lives and times, patrons, and many other aspects associated with the creation of music. Students will complete extensive reading, listening, writing, and other assessements commonly used in graduate schools today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUL1105","ModuleTitle":"Italian for Singers I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module serves as the first semester of Italian language studies for Voice Majors in the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. Basic grammar, morphology, syntax and conversation will be emphasized. Open to YSTCM students only.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-2-1.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"MUL1107","ModuleTitle":"French for Singers 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will serve as the first semester of French language studies for Voice Majors in the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. Basic grammar, morphology, syntax and conversation with emphasis on situations which a musician in France will encounter will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUL1109","ModuleTitle":"German for Singers 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will serve as the first semester of German language studies for Voice Majors in the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. Basic grammar, morphology, syntax and conversation with emphasis on situations which\r\na musician in Germany will encounter will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT1101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Musical Concepts and Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module broadly covers essential musical concepts and their application in music of different eras and genres. It examines how expression is achieved through melodic, harmonic, rhythmic, timbral, and formal dimensions of music as well as text setting. Major assessment is in the form of music compositions that are performed in class and/or public concerts.\r\n\r\nThe module is mandatory for all BMus students at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory taken during the first semester of study.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Entrance into YSTCM BMus programme or satisfactory grade on the YSTCM theory skills exam","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT1122","ModuleTitle":"Musical Concepts and Materials II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"Study of melody, counterpoint, figured bass, consonance and dissonance, diatonic and chromatic harmony and analysis and composition of short homophonic and polyphonic pieces.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Students would need to fully acquire the concepts and pass MUT1121 before they go on to take MUT1122.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT1201","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Classical Music Composition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The module uses the online course Write Like Mozart available on the Coursera platform as the basis of its content. It introduces students to strategies for style writing of European art music. Issues of harmonic progression, voice leading, and texture are addressed as are relevant compositional concepts like repetition, variation, and elaboration. A blended learning module with video lectures and demonstrations, class time is dedicated to hands-on workshops. Simple compositions in the style of common practice European music form the bulk of the assessment. A familiarity with musical rudiments is highly recommended. Prior experience with composition is not required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-1.5-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT2204","ModuleTitle":"Formal Practices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an overview of various formal procedures in music of different eras and genres. It examines how techniques of repetition, contrast, return, development and variation create form. Main topics examined include dance forms, sonata forms, variation forms, contemporary as well as common formal techniques.\r\n\r\nThe module aims to bridge compositional thinking with performance and interpretative analysis. Because of this, analysis, composition, and performance are equally represented as modes of learning. Major assessment is in the form of analytical work and music compositions that are performed in class and/or public concerts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"MUT1101: Introduction to Musical Concepts and Materials","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT2205","ModuleTitle":"Text and Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module surveys the relationship between text and music in different eras and genres through vocal, instrumental, and electronic music. Students will examine\nworks set to, inspired by, or including text from literary and non-literary sources in the medieval through contemporary eras.\n\nThe module includes both theoretical and practical components. Students will analyse works to further their understanding of module topics and compose short works to demonstrate their comprehension of module content.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"MUT1101 Introduction to MCM","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT3113","ModuleTitle":"Orchestration A","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The terms orchestration and instrumentation go hand-in-hand. While instrumentation refers to the study of individual instruments, orchestration deals with the technique and process of writing for a group of instruments. This module will introduce students to the characteristics and abilities of the instruments in the symphonic orchestra and how they work together through in-class listening and writing assignments, orchestration projects, and performance. The module will also address many of the problems faced by composers, conductors, teachers, and performers. The technique of orchestration is an important part in every musician’s education.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-3-4","Prerequisite":"MUT 2203 Texture and Timbre","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT3216","ModuleTitle":"Bach Suites","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on J.S. Bach’s solo instrumental works, with an emphasis on the dance suite. Selected works include the unaccompanied Sonata and Partitas for Violin, Cello Suites, and the Keyboard Suites. The contextual use of dance rhythms and forms in other Bach works, and neo-baroque trends in the 20th century will also be topics of discussion.\n\nThe module aims to bridge compositional thinking with performance and interpretative analysis. Thus, analysis, composition, and performance are represented as modes of learning. Major assessment is in the form of analytical\nwork and music compositions that are performed in class and/or public concerts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-2-3-2","Prerequisite":"MUT1101: Introduction to MCM","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MUT4201","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Theory Preparation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"The module reviews key concepts and skills commonly assessed on graduate music school theory entrance exams. These include 4-part voice leading, 18th century contrapuntal techniques, post-tonal analysis, and common forms. This module assumes students are already familiar with these skills but are in need of reviewing them before entering graduate school. It is, therefore, appropriate for fourth year conservatory students whose future plans include graduate level studies in music.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1.5-1.5-4-3","Prerequisite":"Core Compositional Engagement modules (MUT1101 Intro to MCM + 3 core elective modules). Student must have 4th (final) year status.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"MW5200","ModuleTitle":"MSc Science Communication Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"The students will complete a project related to a topic in science communication. The project may be a combination of a written thesis, material for teaching/outreach, and IT components. The project will be assessed (when\r\napplicable) on scientific accuracy, quality of teaching/outreach material and presentation of findings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-30-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM1101E","ModuleTitle":"Communications, New Media and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces fundamentals of study in communications and new media, exploring ways in which people create and use the variety of emerging networked, mobile, and social media channels to communicate meaning in globalized world. It explores organizational and societal contexts in such areas as games, health, politics, business, public relations, design and activism, with attention paid to creating applications with social impact. Phenomena such as relationships and social life in cyberspace, activism for social change, performance art, deviant behaviour online, communication and community, new business paradigms and economic models of organizing and issues in humancomputer interaction are explored in-depth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM2101","ModuleTitle":"Theories of Communications and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This is a foundational course introducing students to theories and analytical frameworks essential for understanding developments in communications and new media. Students will be introduced to, amongst others, media effects theory, media representations, semiotics, systems theory, agenda-setting theory and computer-mediated communication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2008 and before:\r\nNil.\r\n\r\nCohorts 2009 to 2011:\r\nObtain a grade of B- or above in NM1101E Communications, New Media and Society (applies to students from ALL faculties except School of Computing). Students who fail to meet the B- criterion in NM1101E will have the opportunity to take a department conducted test, which will act as an alternative prerequisite.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nNil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2103","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module is to help students understand what quantitative research is (more specifically, how they can develop testable research questions and hypotheses), how to conduct the research and how to interpret the results. It covers fundamental concepts in research design, instrumentation, data collection, and data analysis. This module also introduces basic concepts of statistics such as descriptive statistics, sampling distribution, hypothesis testing. A set of computer lab assignments will give students extensive opportunities to become familiar with the relevant computer software package and experience at computing the various statistics reviewed in the class.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2104","ModuleTitle":"Qualitative Communication Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to help students understand what qualitative communication research is, the role it plays in the development of communication theories and applications, and the steps in carrying out qualitative research projects. It covers fundamental concepts in qualitative research design, sampling strategies and protocol development, data collection, data analysis, and evaluation. This module also introduces basic concepts of qualitative methods such as interpretation, meaning making, co-construction, and performance. A set of field-based experiences will be designed to give students opportunities to become familiar with specific forms of qualitative data gathering such as in-depth interviews, focus groups, and ethnography.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2201","ModuleTitle":"Intercultural Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on intercultural and inter-personal communication. Managing intercultural communication in the business context will be emphasised, exploring issues such as ethnocentrism, conflict and negotiation in intercultural settings and the impact of new media on intercultural communication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM2203","ModuleTitle":"Social Media in Communication Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"The focus of this course is on the dynamics and management of social media and how it has changed communication management, especially in the fields of public relations and advertising. Topics examined include the impact of digital influence, the relationship between traditional and social media, social media trends, pitfalls in the use of social media, management and evaluation of social media, the future of social media and the “internet of things”. This course will also touch on current issues affecting the industry due to the rise of social media and the resultant implications for both industry and society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2208","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Visual Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic principles of digital graphics and trains students to understand the functions of visual design for effective communication \nStudents will learn the techniques and methodologies for solving visual communication problems, to develop visual literacy, concepts and techniques. Students will gain hands-on experience in conceptualizing, drafting, and creating various forms of digital visual works throughout the module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-5-1","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2209","ModuleTitle":"Social Psychology of New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Theories of social psychology can be applied to our understanding of how new media is produced, marketed, resisted, adopted and consumed. This module highlights these key stages in the developmental trajectory of new media and introduces relevant theories, while considering issues such as why some technologies succeed where others fail, how marketers should promote new technology, which services are likely to become tomorrow's killer applications and what goes through the minds of new media adopters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2213","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory module to the field of human computer interaction (HCI) design which involves the study, planning, and design of the interaction between people (users) and computers. This module will cover the basics of relevant issues, theories, and insights about the human side, the technical side, and the interaction (interface) between the two.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM2219","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Communication Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce students to the field of communication management and to the organizational, societal and legal contexts in which the profession takes place. Emphasis is placed on ethics, social responsibility, the role of mass communication in the formation of public opinion, the role of organizational communication in democracy, the global practices of communication management and major influences that affect organizational behaviour. This is the foundation module for students pursuing careers in communication management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM2220","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Media Writing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This introductory module provides instruction and practice in writing for the mass media, including the Internet. It explores the similarities and differences in writing styles for all mass media and for the professions of journalism, public affairs, public relations, advertising and telecommunications. It emphasizes accuracy, responsibility, clarity and style in presenting information through the various channels of mass communication. It surveys communication theories of various professions that communicate via the mass media, establishing the basis for advanced studies in writing and communication. It helps students acquire the writing skills they need in communication management careers","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM2302","ModuleTitle":"Mobility and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the relationship between mobile communications and new media. The first half covers the socio-cultural, political, spatial and economic forms of mobility facilitated and enhanced by new media: the rise of the information economy, digital divides, political mobilisation, cultural globalisation and migration. The second half concentrates on media platforms and devices that give rise to emergent forms of mobile communication and social connection: issues of privacy/publicness, surveillance, immersiveness and information overload that have arisen with the intensifying use of locative media; and possibilities for sociability/intimacy, disembodiment and virtual mobility via identity experimentation.  ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-1.5-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM2303","ModuleTitle":"Fake News, Lies and Spin: How to Sift Fact from Fiction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to teach students to critically evaluate and analyse relevant public relations and news reports. It will teach students to identify and critique fake news, “alternative facts” and spin in news reporting and public relations. Students will learn fundamental concepts, theories, and analytical strategies for evaluating and verifying news and PR content and sources. They will hone their fact-checking skills by analysing media information in fake news, fake experts, public relation tactics, infotainment, hoaxes, click bait, spin, and bias.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM3202","ModuleTitle":"Governance and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"New media governance involves collective action by\n\ngovernments, international organizations, nongovernmental\n\norganizations, the private sector and\n\ncivil society to establish agreements about\n\nstandards, policies, rules, enforcement mechanisms\n\nand dispute resolution procedures. This module\n\nexamines the process of governance of new media\n\ntechnologies and the challenges it presents to the\n\nstakeholders involved. It also examines the legal\n\nand regulatory constraints affecting new media\n\ntechnologies and the implications these constraints\n\nhave on the nature and quality of governance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NM2202","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3207","ModuleTitle":"Philosophy in Communications and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module presents a number of foundational philosophical theories, concepts, and perspectives on communications and new media. It will explore some of the historical philosophical precedents regarding the ideas of communication, vision, and representation as such, as well as provide several key philosophies of modern technology. Finally, the module will explore the trajectory of these philosophical ideas into the following areas: conceptions of writing and language, film and television studies, and studies of cybernetics, network, and the Internet.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3211","ModuleTitle":"News Reporting and Editing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module builds on the skills and knowledge learned about journalistic writing in Introduction to Media Writing. It emphasises accuracy, responsibility, clarity and style in reporting through the various news media, including online news. Students are expected to learn how to find and present news about issues and events that are relevant to the public and the political process. Students will be presented with real-life type situations where they will have to explore journalism ethics and responsibilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-4-2","Prerequisite":"NM2220 Introduction to Media Writing.  Read and pass a minimum of 80 MCs.","Preclusion":"NM2221","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM3213","ModuleTitle":"Digital Humanities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce and explore the possibilities of critical practices related to the creative uses of data and visualizations. New methodological approaches in digital humanities and internet research, such as cultural analytics and digital methods, but also design trends related to mashups of web applications, reflect the limits of our abilities to represent and understand various aspects of reality. We will look at these practices as new means of understanding our media and information saturated world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3215","ModuleTitle":"Advertising Strategies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module places advertising within the integrated marketing communications (IMC) framework and develops an understanding and appreciation of the role that advertising plays in business organizations in the local and international context. Students will learn about the advertising process, as well as how to plan, implement and control IMC campaigns. In addition, students will learn to recognise the social responsibility as well as ethical implications of advertising in the context of a global community, especially with the advent of new media technologies. The highlight of the module will be the advertising campaign that students will work in groups to develop.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"MKT3420 Promotional Management","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3216","ModuleTitle":"Game Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the factors that make a game successful. Students learn how to critically evaluate game development and gain an understanding of the basic elements of gameplay: balancing game mechanics, creating tension between risk and reward, and encouraging replayability. Students also learn how to document a game design using a game design document. The module includes theories of play as well as an introduction to the game industry and the context of game design in the game development process. It also examines the history of gameplay and the different types of games that have developed in different cultures.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3217","ModuleTitle":"Design for Strategic Communications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the principles of communication design that meet strategic communications objectives and engage the student in communicating effectively through a visual literacy in addition to verbal messaging skills. With emphasis on communication management research and planning, the course is designed to help students understand theories and concepts of visual communication and the design and production processes. The course aims to (1) communicate through visual media used by communications professionals; (2) recognise and apply principles of design in print and online publications; and (3) plan and manage the design process, from initial development to the final product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-4-2","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3219","ModuleTitle":"Writing for Communication Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches students to write for internal and external organizational communication vehicles using traditional and new media. These include business proposals, memoranda, backgrounders, position statements, crisis communication plans, stakeholder newsletters, news releases, fact sheets, speeches, persuasive and informative pieces to key publics, annual reports and campaigns. Students will design and execute polished, audience-directed, professional communication pieces intended for traditional and new media. The module involves extensive comprehensive research and writing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-5-1","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3221","ModuleTitle":"Mobile Interaction Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the growth of mobile computing and the move of computing away from the desktop and into everyday lives, activities, and environments. This change poses a challenge for existing desktop-oriented evaluation methodologies and design practices. Students in this course will explore the theory and practice of such relevant concepts as situatedness, context, and mobile media in the context of designing for mobile platforms. At the end of this course, students will be able to participate in the research agenda of designing for mobile interaction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3223","ModuleTitle":"Nonlinear Visual Narrative","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Computers can add randomness, animation, and interactivity to visual narratives.  This module explores the creation of nonlinear, interactive visual narratives through the use of techniques such as collage, cinemagraph, montage, and database aesthetics.  The module also discusses relevant aesthetic and design theories, concepts, and techniques.  The objective of the module is to explore interactive media design in the context of creating interactive works that are make use of nonlinear, visual storytelling techniques.  This module therefore complements issues explored in modules on interactive sequential art, interactive storytelling, and photographic and video storytelling.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-5-1","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3224","ModuleTitle":"Culture Industries","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"In leisure and consumer societies, what is the relationship between the producer, their audience, the intermediaries (advertisers, agents, etc), protest groups and regulators? This module will examine, from a cross-cultural perspective, the complex linkages that exist in popular culture industries spread across such mediums as music, computer gaming, IRC, film and television with such issues as fashion, values, identity, heritage, deviance, subculture and censorship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3226","ModuleTitle":"Location-based interactive experiences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Designers of interactive digital media are increasingly focusing on issues, concerns, and approaches towards designing for location- and context-specific interactive experiences. This module aims to develop the students’ appreciation of the challenges confronting the design of interactive experiences for sites and contexts that are leisure-based, pleasurable, and recreational. Students will be taught and will utilize skills/methods from the human computer interaction (HCI) development cycle. By the end of this course, students will be able to work in collaborative design teams, conduct independent design research, think critically about designing for site-specific experiences, and develop prototype systems that exemplify location-based interactive experiences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3230","ModuleTitle":"Photographic and Video Storytelling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"The most compelling media content makes use of evocative images, and sometimes an image itself is the story. Knowing how to make, edit, and communicate with images are key skills in the digital age. Students enrolled in this module will be introduced to the skills, theories and methods around communicating with both moving and still imagery. The course will focus on using digital tools to capture, edit and present images as data and for storytelling, communicating with visual imagery in the digital age, and the study and use of visual images for research and communication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM3232","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Communication: Concepts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Effective organizations adopt a strategic approach to communication management. Using case studies, this module will discuss how communication can be a potent strategic tool in enabling organizational objectives through harnessing traditional and emergent media across private, public and non-profit sectors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3233","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Communication: Applications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the principles of strategic communication management with an emphasis on the application of social research to strategic decision making to meet organizational goals and objectives. Built on the theoretical foundation of strategic communications and applied social research, students will learn to evaluate, analyze and monitor research programs, and to design solutions in public, non-profit and for-profit organizations. Emphasis is placed on learning and conducting assessments of organizational need, performing situational analysis, analyzing message design, evaluating media choice, exploring traditional and emerging media tools, and planning effective communication strategies for the respective organizations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NM3220 Research for Communication Management","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3237","ModuleTitle":"Health Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This seminar is designed to introduce students to a wide range of scholarship in health communication. The seminar will address such issues as doctor-patient interactions, illness narratives, cultural understanding of health, social support, and health campaigns, mass media theories, technologically-mediated health delivery, and socially constructed health meanings to offer an insight into developing more meaningful communicative practices of healthcare. With an emphasis on application, the course equips students with a foundational understanding of the ways in which health communication projects can be conceptualized and delivered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NM4880D Health Communications\r\nNM4220 Health Communications","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM3239","ModuleTitle":"Retrieving, Exploring and Analysing Data","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Data analysis is crucial to evaluating and designing solutions and applications, and to understanding users' information needs and uses. Often this data is distributed online among many web pages, stored in databases or available in large text files, and may be too large to obtain or process manually. Instead, we need an automated way to gather, parse and summarize the data before we can do more advanced analysis. This module explores ways to accomplish these tasks in quick and easy yet useful and repeatable ways. The ultimate goal is to glean insights from the data through analysis and basic visualizations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nUROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nUROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4102","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Communications & New Media Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module is to help honours students conduct independent empirical research using the key social science research methods. Students will learn detailed procedures and executable techniques of selected research methods such as survey research, experimental design, in-depth/focus group interviews, and content analysis. The module adopts a Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach, as students will select their own research topics, develop research questions and hypotheses, and design the structure of research activities including measurement, sampling, data collection, and data analysis. Key issues in each step (e.g., instrument development for multi-dimensional constructs) will be discussed through presentations, Q &amp; As, and lectures. The module focuses more on applications and practices than theories, and explains how different types of data and methods can be used to answer research questions relevant to communications and new media.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(1) Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM2102 or NM2103 or NM2104.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: \r\n(1) Completed 80MCs, including 28MCs in NM or 28MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. \r\n(2) NM2101 or NM2103 or NM2104","Preclusion":"NM4101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4203","ModuleTitle":"Infocomm Technology Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module examines public policies and the regulation of information and communication technologies in Singapore and its Asian neighbors as well as in Europe, Australia, African nations and the Americas.   Its aim is to help students understand the legal, political, and cultural foundations of policymaking. The module will examine various nations' selected ICT policies and the impact those policies can have on technological growth and innovation, e-commerce, and society at large.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-2-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"(Not applicable to SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.50.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"IF5203, NM5203 and NM5203R","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4206","ModuleTitle":"Media and Communications Regulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This honours year module will examine basic legal principles as they apply to the Internet. It will cover issues such as jurisdiction, criminal aspects of Internet law, copyright, trademarks, domain names, cybersquatting, privacy and security as well as the regulation of e-commerce. The course will also deal with the issues of content regulation and censorship. Students will have an opportunity to explore what are the global implications of regulating the Internet and will also learn how to read and analyse court cases.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC students) Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.50.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4207","ModuleTitle":"Managing Communication Campaigns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Managing Communication Campaigns is the capstone module of the communication management sequence. It is designed to strengthen advanced students understanding of communication management principles and to provide opportunities for practical application of those principles to public relations problems or opportunities facing local or global organisations. It provides guided practice in conducting situational research, case studies and environmental scanning, formulating strategies to meet communication objectives, providing collateral materials designed to meet those objectives, evaluating communication effectiveness, and tracking and managing issues that can impact an organisation or its publics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(1) Completed 80MCs, including 28MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM3219\r\n(3) NM3220 or NM3232 or NM3233\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(1) Completed 80MCs, including 28MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM3219\r\n(3) NM3220 or NM3232 or NM3233","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4211","ModuleTitle":"Online Journalism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Online Journalism is an advanced course in news reporting and editing with components of newsroom management. Students will continue honing their investigatory, research, interviewing, writing, editing and website development skills. Emphasis will be placed on developing news coverage and beats for an online newspaper to be published by the end of the semester. Module objectives are to help students to: master journalistic standards of writing; master global journalistic conventions; learn and adhere to the highest journalistic ethics and local media laws; hone their writing and editing skills; develop sustainable beats and coverage areas; and develop a sustainable online newspaper.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(1) Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM3211 News Reporting and Editing.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(1) Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM3211 News Reporting and Editing.","Preclusion":"NM4880B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4212","ModuleTitle":"Media and Representation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module examines a set of key issues in connection with the understanding and analysis of representations of family, class, gender, ethnicity, politics, national identity, citizenship and technology from the broad perspective of new media studies. It explores the idea of representation from various angles, notably through contemporary cultural, post-colonial, feminist, and social semiotic theories and frameworks. The course aims to provide students the necessary practical knowledge and skills required for engaging in theoretically informed media analysis and commentaries. The module will use diverse materials such as various genres of (online) texts, images, cartoons, and films for hands-on exercises to attain this objective.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(1) Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM2101\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(1) Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM2101","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4213","ModuleTitle":"Digital Economies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This course will help students understand the concept of a digital economy and the ways in which ideas and their various expressions in new media formats are produced, communicated and exchanged in this knowledge-based economy. The module examines the main features of digital economies, presents historical perspectives on their birth and evolution, and reviews some contemporary themes, such as the debates on intellectual property and digital piracy, the appearance of commons-based and open-source models of production, issues of access to and governance of key economic resources, and the challenges posed by electronic distribution and the virtual economies of online games.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.50.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"NM3206\r\n","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4219","ModuleTitle":"New Media in Health Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the impact of new media content in health communication, particularly theories and concepts about health behavior outcomes, and strategic use of media channels for interventions in an environment of user-generated media and blogs. It examines the implications for public health of profound changes in the media marketplace, including the shift from unidirectional, expert-controlled communication to consumer-initiated and interactive communication; the growth of social networking, and the proliferation of media sources. It focuses on how new media can be leveraged to build grassroots engagement, promote policy advocacy, and build environments that are supportive of healthy behavior change.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised nonlanguage modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4221","ModuleTitle":"Writing for Health Communication and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to writing for health communication. Creating effective health messages is a critical process that equips the public with essential information to respond appropriately to health issues. Increasingly, health communicators are addressing audiences on new media platforms, using techniques that have transformed traditional writing practices. This advanced writing seminar will explicate the task of writing strategic health messages using new media. By the end of this course, students will know to write and design effective messages for health promotion and interventions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-7-2.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4225","ModuleTitle":"Design Fiction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"The module introduces, discusses and evaluates various techniques of design thinking and exploration related to emergent technologies and near future scenarios. Critical and speculative design practices, such as design fiction, action research and various community-based technology and citizen science initiatives reflect upon new technologies through prototyping, storytelling, employing scenarios. They bring a convergence between the philosophical modes of inquiry and design practices serving several functions: from opening a public debate about the social, cultural and ethical impact of emerging and future technologies to exploring alternative futures and involving various actors and stakeholders in the decision making related to various technologies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-6.5-3","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.50.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4227","ModuleTitle":"Playable Art","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced module that explores the intersection of art, creativity and play. Students will learn about relevant modes of play, approaches to user-generated content, design issues and challenges, types of player-driven popular art practice. They will also learn about the \"Indie art games\" movement and innovations in the development of art-related, casual game mechanics. Readings will come from play theory, cultural analysis and art history. The module also includes a studio component that involves the ethnographic analysis of an art game as well as the design of an original work of playable art.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.50.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(Not applicable to SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\n(For SOC/SDE/ENG students)\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4228","ModuleTitle":"Crisis Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module, which focuses on crisis communication and management of traditional and new media, emphasizes application of theories, strategies and tactics from a communication management perspective. Students will learn the fundamentals about how organizations and corporations manage and communicate during crises. Students will develop an understanding of crisis communications theory, types of crisis, crisis communications plans, and crisis responses. The module will focus on effective communicative approaches to emphasize renewal, growth and opportunity in crises including rumors and cybercrises, natural disasters, product failure and product tampering, environmental crises and consumer-caused crises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4230","ModuleTitle":"Communication for Social Change","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module will discuss the foundation of participatory communication by challenging the modernization paradigm and the traditional communication\r\napproaches for social change that have been widely used by government agencies and for-profit and non-profit organizations. Examples include social marketing, behaviour change models, and entertainment education. This module aims to provide an overview of critical theories and to critically examine the role of collective learning, information sharing, public participation, and dialogue in designing, implementing, and evaluating communication strategies for social change. Students will have the opportunity to apply the\r\nparticipatory communication approach to conducting community-based projects and assessing its social impact.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Each student is required to conduct an independent research project on an approved topic under the supervision of a faculty member.  The student may select a topic in any field of Communications and New Media.  The topic may entail a technical aspect of Communications and New Media or an aspect which explores the application of Communications and New Media to an area of the Humanities and Social Sciences.  The project will be submitted as an Honours Thesis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\n(1) Completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of NM major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n(2) Pass NM4101 or NM4102\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\n(1) Completed 110 MCs including 44 MCs of NM major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n(2) Pass NM4101 or NM4102","Preclusion":"NM4660","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and Honours Coordinator's approvals of the written agreement are required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"NM4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4881B","ModuleTitle":"Postcolonial Approaches to Media and Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module will examine the ways in which postcoloniality plays out in the production, circulation, and reception of communication and media practices. Using concepts from postcolonial theory, it will explore how relations of communication produce and challenge various relations of colonialism. Topics such as the colonial gaze, representations of colonialism, transnational inequalities, technology and colonialism, gender, sexuality and postcoloniality, national identity, subalternity, issues of voice and representation will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM or 28 MCs in GL or GL\r\nrecognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM4881D","ModuleTitle":"Media, Rhetoric, and the Public Sphere","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"In order to better understand civic communication, many scholars have turned to the concept of the “public sphere”: the space in society where political decisions can be debated openly to affect change.  This course explores theories of the public sphere and considers significant debates.  Is the public sphere inherently democratic or is it exclusionary?  Do modern media contribute to healthy public discussion or do they distort public communication?  Has the Internet created a powerful new “digital” public or has it polarized political dialogue?  We will discuss these questions and more with reference to historical and contemporary examples of public communications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"From Cohort 2012 onwards:\r\nComplete 80MCs, including 28MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4883D","ModuleTitle":"New Media Production and Public Engagement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module will train students in the theory and practice of production processes to create new media platforms for public engagement based on an immersive project in collaboration with an industry partner. The module provides guided practice in creating, designing and running an online public engagement platform, producing editorial and video content driven by user engagement. It aims to expose students to the practices of creating editorials, writing commentaries, producing news content and developing digital engagement platforms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs and obtain a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM4883G","ModuleTitle":"Financial Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"The module examines the nature, practices and framework of financial communication.  With an emphasis on analysis of financial markets, it outlines the communication strategies for addressing financial issues and addressing finance publics.  Focusing on the role of framing, relationship building, relationship management, and agenda setting, it examines the nuts and bolts of financial communication, the challenges and problems financial communicators work with, and the communication strategies for addressing these problems.  Emphasis will be placed on analysing investors, developing strategies for communicating financial products, financial news writing and media relations, and financial crisis response strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 onwards:\r\n(1) Completed 80MCs, including 28MCs in NM, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\r\n(2) NM2219","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM5216","ModuleTitle":"Culture, Communication & Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Culture, Communication & Health explores the intersection of culture, communication and health, and seeks to understand health communication from cross cultural perspectives. It is organized around answering the fundamental questions: “How does culture impact communication about health and illness? How do communicative practices vary across cultures?”","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM5216R","ModuleTitle":"Culture, Communication & Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Culture, Communication & Health explores the intersection of culture, communication and health, and seeks to understand health communication from cross cultural perspectives. It is organized around answering the fundamental questions: “How does culture impact communication about health and illness? How do communicative practices vary across cultures?”","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"nil","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":"nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Communications and New Media in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IF5660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM6101","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED THEORIES IN CNM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will review classical and contemporary readings in communications and new media studies, including key concepts and areas of investigation. It will provide students with a comprehensive and critical overview of theoretical frameworks of communications and new media. Students will also examine the role of theory in the research process.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NM6104","ModuleTitle":"Qualitative Research Methods in Communications and New Media","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to help graduate students understand what qualitative communication research is, questions of design in qualitative communication research, and the steps in carrying out qualitative research projects. It covers fundamental concepts in qualitative research design, sampling strategies, data generation, data analysis, evaluation, writing and performance. This module also introduces basic concepts of qualitative methods such as interpretation, meaning making, reflexivity, poetics, and co-construction. A set of field based experiences will be designed to give students opportunities to become familiar with specific forms of qualitative data gathering such as in-depth interviews, focus groups, and ethnography.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NM6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"COMMUNICATIONS AND NEW MEDIA","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Communications and New Media in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IF6660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR1107A","ModuleTitle":"Nursing Practice Experience 1.1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module enables students to integrate theory and clinical knowledge in caring for patients with alterations  in cardiovascular and respiratory functions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-80-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NUR1107 Clinical Practicum 1.1","Corequisite":"NUR1114 Fundamentals of Nursing"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR1110","ModuleTitle":"Effective Communication for Health Professionals","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the importance and need for nurses to communicate in an effective manner with patients, family members and other health care professionals in order to facilitate optimal health outcomes for the patients.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NUR1114 Fundamentals of Nursing"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR1113","ModuleTitle":"Health and Wellness for Older Adults","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students the opportunity to focus on the holistic needs of the older adults’ population and explore means to support them to achieve optimal level of functioning and quality of life. Students will examine theories and concepts of ageing, normal physiologic and psychosocial changes and the bio-psychosocial issues associated with these processes. By developing an understanding of the specific needs of older adults, students will be able to promote health and wellness for this population. Ethical and legal aspects of caring for older adults are addressed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR1114","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Nursing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the development of foundation knowledge and skills for provision of nursing care to patients in a variety of health care settings. The focus will be on the role of the nurse, requirements for creating a safe patient-care environment, skills of clinical decision making, nursing health assessment, and nursing care practices to meet the activities of daily living for patients.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-2-1-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NUR1110 Effective Communication for Health Professionals, NUR1113 Health and Well-being for Older Adults, NUR1107A Nursing Practice Experience 1.1"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR1117","ModuleTitle":"Anatomy and Physiology I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will develop knowledge and understanding of the normal structure and function of the human body. Following an introduction to the basic principles of anatomy and physiology, learning will take a ‘cell to organ-systems’ approach to guide students learning. Body systems covered include: integumentary, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, urinary systems, and fluid and electrolyte balance including acid base homeostasis. Knowledge of these systems is fundamental to, and underpins, the nursing practice modules including Medical/Surgical Nursing I in Year 1 Semester 2.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"AY1104 Anatomy\r\nPY1105 Physiology I\r\nPY1106 Physiology II","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR2106A","ModuleTitle":"Nursing Practice Experience 2.1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-80-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NUR2106 Clinical Practicum 2.1 is precluded.","Corequisite":"NUR2116 Medical/Surgical Nursing II, NUR2118 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nurses II"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR2113","ModuleTitle":"Mental Health Nursing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on developing students’ knowledge and skills in providing nursing care to patients with mental illnesses in both institutional and community settings. The module contents were updated according to the latest release of the diagnostic statistical manual – 5 classifications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUR1116 Psychology for Health Professionals","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR2116","ModuleTitle":"Medical-Surgical Nursing II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will promote and develop knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for the provision of nursing care and management for patients with alteration in gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, renal and urinary, and immunological function. The module also includes management of patients in pain and patients in the operating room.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"NUR1108A Nursing Practice Experience 1.2 to replace existing pre-requisite.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NUR2118 Pathophysiology & Pharmacology for Nurses II, NUR2106A Nursing Practice Experience 2.1"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR2118","ModuleTitle":"Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nurses II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will focus on developing knowledge in both pathophysiology and pharmacology relevant for nursing practice. Students will gain an understanding of the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management of some major disease states or ndisturbances in homeostasis. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of drugs used to treat disorders addressed within this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NUR1121 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nurses 1 is now a pre-requisite.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR2120","ModuleTitle":"Professional Nursing Practice, Ethics and Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to the foundations of\nthe profession and discipline of nursing including the\nprinciples of ethics and legal accountability. It will equip\nstudents with knowledge of the evolution of nursing in the\nhistorical and social context, nursing epistemology and\ntheoretical frameworks of nursing practice. It will provide\nopportunities to examine ethical and legal factors\ninfluencing the performance of nurses in the healthcare\nsetting within a multi-professional team in a collaborative\ninquiry process.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NUR1110 Effective Communication for Health\nProfessionals","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR3105A","ModuleTitle":"Nursing Practice Experience 3.1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-80-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NUR3105 Clinical Practicum 3.1 is precluded.","Corequisite":"NUR3117 Community Integrated Health Care is now a co-requisite."},{"ModuleCode":"NUR3109","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Research, Evidence and Nursing Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the students to develop fundamental knowledge and skills and the importance of research and critical appraisal of the literature in order to incorporate contemporary evidence within nursing practice and health care.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR3113","ModuleTitle":"Medical-Surgical Nursing III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will promote and develop knowledge, technical skills, attitudes and critical thinking skills necessary for the provision of nursing care and management of patients with alteration in neurological, cellular and immunological function and patients requiring emergency or critical care management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-2-1-4","Prerequisite":"NUR2107A Nursing Practice Experience 2.2 to replace existing pre-requisite of NUR2107","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NUR3105A Nursing Practice Experience 3.1 to replace existing co-requisite of NUR3105"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR3114","ModuleTitle":"Leadership and Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"The module focuses on the management of hospitals and health care organisations using principles of effective leadership and management. The module prepares students to make decisions, minimise and manage risks to\r\nensure patient safety within the health care environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1-1-0-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR3117","ModuleTitle":"Community Integrated Health Care","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module explores foundational principles of\ncommunity nursing practice including epidemiology,\nsocial determinants of health, and primary health care\nfrom a philosophical basis and a model of service\nprovision using the World Health Organisation’s global\nframework for health. This module includes one day per\nweek community attachment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR4101","ModuleTitle":"Evidence-based Health Care Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the knowledge and skills on how to change their practice based on up-to-date evidence-based practice. It will also challenge students to critically appraise the literature to provide the information needed to answer specific clinical questions. Major topics covered include qualitative and quantitative systematic review processes, models of evidence-based implementation, barriers to implementation and strategies to overcome these barriers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-2-0-8-8","Prerequisite":"NUR3109","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR4103A","ModuleTitle":"Applied Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the grounding for students to apply research in nursing. Major topics include an introduction to research; framing a research question; collection and analysis of quantitative data, qualitative data collection and analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-4-0-4-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NUR4103 Applied Research Methods is precluded","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR4104","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Nursing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"In this module, the student draws together the clinical experiences, theoretical knowledge and research skills gained through the programme to conduct a supervised research project. The student will design a research project (protocol), apply for ethical approval, and undertake a clinically focused research project under the supervision of an academic staff member and a clinical advisor.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe student will undertake a clinically focussed, six month research project under the supervision of an academic staff member and clinical advisor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-2-0-18-20","Prerequisite":"Module codes of Consolidated Clinical Practicum and Applied Research Methods will be updated to NUR4102A and NUR4103A respectively.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5003","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This elective module involves an individual programme of study undertaken in conjunction with an overseas university with which NUS has a signed collaborative agreement. Students will be expected to use the visit to the overseas host institution to build networks and ascertain similarities and differences in health care practices, models of service delivery, and policies between Singapore and the host country. The minimum placement will be two consecutive weeks. On return to Singapore students will present an oral seminar on outcomes of the visit and write a 2000 word critical review of key issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-5-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5101","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide a thorough understanding of health assessment and to develop advanced skills in performing history taking and physical examination. These skills are essential for diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making. Principles and techniques from the physical, health, and behavioural sciences are utilised to obtain health assessment data and make differential diagnoses and subsequently, the final diagnosis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-0-6-0-11","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"Advanced Pathophysiology"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5102","ModuleTitle":"Applied Pathophysiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to provide a comprehensive, scientific basis for the assessment, evaluation and advanced nursing management of processes resulting form the manifestation of disease. A brief review of normal anatomy and physiology will be included, however, if should be noted this is an advanced module. Emphasis will be on the pathophysiology of selected disorders and diseases as examples of alterations of body systems when normal anatomy and physiology are impaired.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NUR5101 Advanced Health Assessment"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5201","ModuleTitle":"Professional Development and Transformation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with an overall understanding on the importance of APN development in providing high quality care to meet the national healthcare needs. This module focuses on transformation of nursing profession, APN development and relevant APN models, leadership practice and principles, as well as health care systems and principles of healthcare policies and finances.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5203","ModuleTitle":"Evidence-based Healthcare","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide students with the theoretical underpinnings of evidence-based practice. It explores different levels of evidence, importance of critical analysis of evidence, understanding the processes of locating evidence, and leading practice changes, based on best evidence. Students will learn to evaluate, integrate and implement best evidence into nursing practice to achieve better patient outcomes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"1-2-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5301","ModuleTitle":"Approaches to Clinical Symptom","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module emphasis on clinical approaches for the common clinical symptoms, signs and abnormal laboratory results.  Students can utilise the knowledge and skills learnt from advanced health assessment and pathophysiology to identify the common causes of the presented clinical problems, as well as to recognise the “red flag” during the evaluation and initiate the appropriate immediate investigations and specific managements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5302","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Gerontological Nursing (Adult Health)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a solid foundation for the management of older adults from the APN perspective. It focuses on assessment, management and evaluation of care and services from a holistic and multidisciplinary approach.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NUR5101 Advanced Health Assessment\nNUR5102 Applied Pathophysiology\nNUR5301 Approaches to Clinical Symptoms and Signs","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5311","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Practicum I (AH, AC & MH)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module allows the students make connection between their theory learning and clinical practicum. The students will apply the skills of history taking, physical examination, and clinical decision into the clinical practice, therefore exercise their ability to formulate appropriate clinical diagnoses, order and interpret common investigations with rationale, as well as work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to develop plan of care based on the evidence based practice. The clinical practicum will reinforce the clinical and professional competencies as required by Singapore Nursing Board (SNB).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5312","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Practicum II (AH, AC & MH)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This is a continuous practicum module of Clinical Practicum I. It allows the students continue their clinical practicum to achieve the clinical learning outcome. At the end of this clinical practicum module, the students need to demonstrate their clinical competencies by successful pass through the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"NUR5101 Advanced Health Assessment\nNUR5102 Applied Pathophysiology\nNUR5301 Approaches to Clinical Symptoms and Signs\nNUR5311 Clinical practicum 1 (AH, AC & MH)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5401","ModuleTitle":"Applied Psychopathology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide essential knowledge for advanced practice in psychiatric mental health nursing. Students will learn to diagnose individuals with mental disorders using various sources of information. Management of psychiatric disorders using biopsychosocial theories, research, evidence-based standard of care, and clinical practice guidelines are strongly emphasised.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5601","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Health Assessment (Paediatrics)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide a thorough understanding of paediatric health assessment and to develop competent skills in interviewing and physical examination technique for different developmental age. These skills are essential for differentiation of normal and abnormal findings, critical thinking and clinical decision-making through problems related to child health. Principles and techniques from the physical and behavioral sciences are\r\nutilised to obtain assessment data and make differential diagnoses and subsequently, the final diagnosis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"4-0-4-0-12","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NUR5602 Applied Pathophysiology (Paediatrics)"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5602","ModuleTitle":"Applied Pathophysiology (Paediatrics)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to provide a comprehensive, scientific basis for the assessment, evaluation and advanced nursing management of processes resulting from the manifestation of disease. A review of normal anatomy and physiology will be included, however, emphasis will be on the applied pathophysiology adopting an introductory, system-based approach utilising general physiological principles and evaluation of treatment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NUR5601"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5607","ModuleTitle":"Approaches to Clinical Signs and Symptoms(Paediatrics)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module emphasis on clinical approaches for the common clinical symptoms, signs and abnormal laboratory results. Students can utilise the knowledge and skills learnt from advanced health assessment and pathophysiology to identify the common causes of the presented clinical\r\nproblems, as well as to recognise the “red flag” during the evaluation and initiate the appropriate immediate investigations and specific managements.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"NUR5601 Advanced Health Assessment (Paediatrics)\r\nNUR5602 Applied Pathophysiology (Paediatrics)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5611","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Practicum I (PAED)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"The module aims for students to implement advanced practice skills in patient/family assessment, develop and implement a management plan and evaluate the plan’s effectiveness. Care of paediatric patients with approaches to symptoms (SNB developmental milestone for paediatric APN internship) within 3 care settings:\r\n- General paediatric medical and/or surgical wards on acute management\r\n- Emergency care on triaging/early assessment\r\n- Critical care on interventions, resuscitation and stabilization of the critically ill patients. \r\nAspects of health promotion and maintenance appropriate to these patients and families will also be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"NUR5601 and NUR5602"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR5612","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Practicum II (Paediatrics)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"The module aims for students to implement advanced practice skills in patient/family assessment, develop and implement a management plan and evaluate the plan’s effectiveness. Care of paediatric patients with approaches to symptoms (SNB developmental milestone for paediatric APN internship) in the setting of general paediatric medical and/or surgical wards. Health promotion, health protection, and health restoration appropriate to these patients and families will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"NUR5601 Advanced Health Assessment (Paediatrics)\nNUR5602 Advanced Pathophysiology (Paediatrics)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR6001","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with opportunities to gain and apply the knowledge and  skills needed to understand the research process, prepare for the written components of a PhD thesis, and present research findings in a professional forum. Content is broad and provides students with independent elements of  study (attendance at a series of seminars of the students choosing) as well as structured sessions and guidance to produce a PhD research proposal and obtain ethical approval, and opportunities to present preliminary work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"NUR6003","ModuleTitle":"Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will spread over two semesters providing students with the opportunity of analysing the processes involved in nursing research and evaluating different research methodologies. It will enable students to develop\r\na research proposal for their graduate studies. The topics include quantitative, qualitative and mixed-methods research designs, methods of sampling and sample size planning, data collection as well as methods of quantitative\r\nand qualitative data analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"4-2-0-0-14","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"NUR6006","ModuleTitle":"Intervention Research in Nursing and Health Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"NURSING/ALICE LEE CTR FOR NURSING STUD","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce principles and in depth knowledge of designing and conducting an intervention research in nursing and/or health sciences successfully. The knowledge conveyed in this module will enable MSc/PhD students who are interested in conducting intervention studies to generate research questions and hypotheses, design their study scientifically, select a\r\nrelevant theoretical/conceptual framework to guide their intervention to achieve intended outcomes, calculate sample size, conduct randomisation, select appropriate outcomes and measurements, as well as conduct the data\r\ncollection and analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5001","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent study over two semesters, on a topic in Offshore Technology approved by the Programme Management Committee. The work may relate to a comprehensive literature survey, and critical evaluation and analysis, design feasibility study, case study, minor research project or a combination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"OT5001A & OT5001B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5001A","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module: Subsea Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent study over two semesters, on a topic related to subsea engineering in Offshore Technology approved by the Programme Management Committee. The work may relate to a comprehensive literature survey, and critical evaluation and analysis, design feasibility study, case study, minor research project or a combination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"OT5001 & OT5001B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5001B","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module: Petroleum Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent study over two semesters, on a topic related to petroleum engineering in Offshore Technology approved by the Programme\r\nManagement Committee. The work may relate to a comprehensive literature survey, and critical evaluation and analysis, design feasibility study, case study, minor research project or a combination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"OT5001 & OT5001A","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5102","ModuleTitle":"Oil & Gas Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5202","ModuleTitle":"Analysis & Design of Offshore Structures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with design knowledge on steel offshore structures.  The major topics covered include planning considerations; design criteria and procedures; methods for determining loads; structural analysis methods; member and joint designs; material selection and welding requirements; and design for fabrication, transportation and installation phases.  The module will be valuable to students interested in offshore engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"CE2155 or CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"TCE5202","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5302","ModuleTitle":"Flow Assurance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Flow Assurance is a relatively new term in the Oil & Gas industry which is all about ensuring the safe and uninterrupted transportation of a multiphase mixture of oil, gas and water from the reservoir to the delivery location. This module is designed for students interested in offshore oil and gas production and the multiphase  transportation of oil, water and gas. Its contents are focused on giving an overview and understanding of the various aspects in both single phase and multiphase flow transportation and assurance issues in the oil & gas industry with emphasis on the subsea production and transportation of oil, gas and water. A structured programme of lectures, term papers, mini-projects and a final examination are included in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"OT5882A Topics in Subsea Engineering - Flow Assurance","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"OT5303","ModuleTitle":"Subsea Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Subsea Control is an essential and integral part of all subsea systems. This module introduces the fundamentals and principles of subsea control used in subsea systems for oil & gas production. Subsea data communication systems as well as various subsea protocols used are also addressed in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"OT5304","ModuleTitle":"Subsea Construction & Operational Support","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The design of subsea systems is significantly affected by operational considerations and can radically change a system configuration. Key considerations that must be taken into account in a subsea system design include vessel availability, design for weather window, reduction in number of operations, elimination of construction risk and ability to perform an early production start-up.\r\n\r\nThis module considers key operational aspects that will be encountered in everyday offshore operations, and will look specifically at technologies that are used in subsea operations that are essential to understand their use and limitations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"OT5305","ModuleTitle":"Pressures Surges in Oil & Gas Flow Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"MECHANICAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module is suitable for persons interested in the design and analysis of pressure surge protection in Oil & Gas Systems. It is also suitable for R&D engineers working in the Oil & Gas field flow systems. Its contents are focused on giving an overview of the pressure surges in fluid systems; Methods of solutions and analysis of transient flow for Oil & liquid systems; Gas flow systems; Two phases Oil & Gas flow systems; Analysis and Solutions of Industrial Fluid Transients Problems; Industrial Pressure Protection methods. A structured programme of lectures, seminars, term papers, mini-projects and a final examination are included in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-1-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"ME3233 or equivalent","Preclusion":"ME5708","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"OT5401","ModuleTitle":"Geoscience for Petroleum Exploration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"Geoscience is integral to the petroleum industry and understanding the principles and applications of petroleum system geoscience is important for Petroleum Engineers. This module introduces the fundamental principles of geology and its application for petroleum exploration. This shall address the theoretical, practical and applied aspects of geoscience used for the upstream petroleum industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5402","ModuleTitle":"Geophysical Imaging of the Earth Interior","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the basics of seismic surveys for petroleum reservoirs, from the physics to the acquisition and processing of seismic data. Both land and marine acquisition will be covered. Traditional and modern methods of seismic imaging will be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5403","ModuleTitle":"Petrophysics and Downhole Measurements","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the commonly used downhole measurements of petroleum reservoirs. The module will cover electrical, acoustic, nuclear, NMR, and seismic measurements. The module will cover the physics, hardware, data processing and interpretation of each kind of measurement. Both wireline and Logging While Drilling measurements will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5406","ModuleTitle":"Petroleum Production Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This subject will provide basic as well as advanced concepts in the area of Petroleum Production Systems. Topics covered will include: the role of petroleum production engineering, production from undersaturated oil reservoirs, production from two-phase reservoirs, production from natural gas reservoirs, near wellbore skin effects, wellbore flow performance, well\r\ndeliverability, and numerical modelling of well inflow and outflow.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"OT5407","ModuleTitle":"Petroleum Geomechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide basic as well as advanced concepts related to Geomechanics and Rock Mechanics issues in the exploitation of Oil and Gas Petroleum. Topics covered will include: 1) Fundamentals of Petroleum Geomechanics, with review of rock strain and stress, impact of fluid pressure; Rock deformation and failure; deformation of natural fractures and stresses in\r\ndepth earth. 2) Rock mechanical characterisation, from laboratory core testing to field data collection. 3) Key subsurface processes involving the principles of\r\nGeomechanics – borehole stability while drilling, predicting rock failure behaviour during production, analysis of reservoir compaction and subsidence,\r\nmechanics of injection from hydraulic fracturing in unconventional resources to waterflooding in deep water reservoirs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1141","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Classical Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the fundamental principles of classical mechanics. It covers such topics as kinematics, Galilean transformation, Newton's laws of motion, dynamics of a particle with generalization to many particle systems, conservation laws, collisions, angular momentum and torque, motion of a rigid body, gravitation and planetary motion, static equilibrium, oscillatory motion and vibrational modes, waves, Doppler's effect and fluid mechanics. The module also has a practical component consisting of five experiments designed to enhance students' understanding of some of the concepts discussed in lectures. This module is targeted at science students who wish to acquire a working knowledge of mechanics, and is an essential for physics majors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-1.5-2-3","Prerequisite":"‘A' level or H2 pass in Physics or PC1221/PC1221FC/PC1221X & PC1222/PC1222X","Preclusion":"STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED PC1431 OR PC1431FC or PC1431X OR PC1433 ARE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE THIS MODULE.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1142","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Thermodynamics and Optics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the fundamentals of two branches of physics: thermodynamics and optics. Its aim is to prepare students for a host of more advanced modules in these and related areas. Topics included in the part on thermodynamics are thermal processes and effects, the first and second laws, kinetic theory of gases, heat engines and entropy. The part on optics encompasses topics such as geometric optics, systems of lenses, optical instruments, interference, diffraction, grating and polarization. The module also has a practical component consisting of five experiments designed to enhance students' understanding of some of the concepts discussed in lectures. This module is targeted at science students who wish to acquire a working knowledge of thermodynamics and optics, and is an essential for physics majors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-1.5-2-3","Prerequisite":"‘A' level or H2 pass in Physics or PC1221/PC1221FC/PC1221X & PC1222/PC1222X","Preclusion":"STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED PC1431 OR PC1431FC or PC1431X ARE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE THIS MODULE.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1221","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Physics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to bridge the gap between O level physics and 1st year university physics level. The module covers the fundamentals of two branches of physics: mechanics and thermodynamics. Topics included in the part on mechanics are linear motion, curvilinear motion, relative motion, circular motion, Newtons laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, linear momentum and conservation, rotational kinematics, torque and moment of inertia, rotational dynamics, conservation of angular momentum, gravitation and planetary motion, static equilibrium, oscillatory motion and fluid mechanics. The part on thermodynamics encompasses topics such as temperature and zeroth law of thermodynamics, temperature scales, thermal expansion, heat and internal energy, thermal processes, first law of thermodynamics, ideal gas laws and kinetic theory of gasses.  .","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-1.5-2-3","Prerequisite":"'O' level pass in Physics or Combined Science (Physics & Chemistry OR Physics & Biology).","Preclusion":"A' LEVEL OR H2 PASS IN PHYSICS OR PC1141, OR PC1142 OR PC1431 OR PC1431FC or PC1431X OR PC1221FC or PC1221X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1222","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to bridge the gap between O level Physics and first year university physics level. The module covers the fundamentals of three branches of physics: electricity &amp; magnetism, optics and modern physics. Topics included in the part on electricity &amp; magnetism are Coulombs law, electric field and potential, capacitance, current and resistance, DC circuits, magnetic fields, magnetic effects on current, electromagnetic induction, AC circuits and electromagnetic waves. The part on optics encompasses topics such as reflection and refraction, systems of lenses, optical instruments, interference, diffraction, grating and polarization. Topics covered in the part on modern physics are blackbody radiation, photoelectric effect, atomic transitions and spectra, the uncertainty principle, wave-particle duality, radioactivity and decay processes, binding energy and fusion energy and fusion &amp; fission.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-2-3","Prerequisite":"'O' level pass in Physics or Combined Science (Physics & Chemistry OR Physics & Biology).","Preclusion":"'A' Level OR H2 Pass in Physics or PC1143, or PC1144 or PC1432/PC1432X","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1326","ModuleTitle":"Physics in the Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Life science is the science that deals with phenomena regarding living organisms. It includes branches such as biology, medicine, anthropology and ecology. Physics on the other hand, studies the fundamental relationship between matter, energy, space, and time. Many people may consider them to be in different regimes and require different mindsets to work on. But as both disciplines advanced, it became increasingly clear that the interactions between them are far more pervasive and fundamental than one might expect. For example, the field of biophysics has risen since the 1950s, and it has vastly changed how biologists look at living systems or study biology. It proved that the mindsets of biology and physics can join together to provide deeper insight into the phenomenon we call life. We will base the material on the basic laws of physics, and discuss how they are interwined with all kinds of life science and daily life phenomena, from cells to ecosystems and from Earth to outer space. Through reading this module, the students would be able to think deeper about the daily phenomena around them, and understand better the foundation of life on Earth.","CrossModule":"GEK1521","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"GET1013. Students majoring in Physics are not allowed to take this module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1327","ModuleTitle":"Science of Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to establish clear relationships between the basic elements of music found in virtually all musical cultures and their underlying scientific and mathematical principles. Musical scales which are the foundation of western musical culture as well as many other musical cultures will be discussed, with their evolution viewed from both western and non-western perspectives. The scientific and technical basis for the development of musical instruments of different musical cultures such as the piano, as well as their acoustical characteristics, will be examined. The module also looks at contemporary technologies in music such as digitization which has profoundly affected how the music of virtually all musical cultures is propagated.","CrossModule":"GEK1519","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK1519, GEH1030","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1421","ModuleTitle":"Physics for Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comprehensive and basic physics training within a single semester for first-year students from life sciences. It will cover mechanics,\r\nthermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics plus a few topics in atomic and nuclear physics. The specific contents have been chosen according to their relevance to life sciences as well as their importance in the conceptual framework of general physics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-3-2","Prerequisite":"Life-sciences majors who have at least an ‘O’ Level pass in Physics","Preclusion":"N.A.","Corequisite":"N.A."},{"ModuleCode":"PC1431","ModuleTitle":"Physics IE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module is designed to provide a clear and logical introduction to the concepts and principles of mechanics and thermodynamics, with illustrations based on applications to the real world. Topics covered include motion in one dimension; curvilinear motion; circular motion; relative motion; Newton's laws; friction; work and energy; conservative forces, conservation of energy; linear momentum and conservation, collisions; rotational kinematics; moment of inertia and torque; rotational dynamics; conservation of angular momentum; gravitational force, field and potential energy; planetary motion; temperature and the zeroth law, temperature scales; thermal expansion of solids and liquids; heat and internal energy, specific heat capacities, enthalpy and latent heat, work for ideal gases, first law of thermodynamics; equipartition of energy, mean free path; entropy and the second law, heat engines; entropy changes for reversible and irreversible processes. The module is targeted essentially at Engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"Students from FOE (i.e. Civil Eng, Environmental Eng, Common Engineering, Mechanical Eng, Bioengineering, Industrial & Systems Eng and Material Science & Eng) with ‘A’ level or H2 pass in Physics; or 'A' level or H2 pass in Physics; or PC1221/PC1221FC/PC1221X & PC1222/PC1222X","Preclusion":"Students majoring in Physics or students who have passed in PC1141 or PC1142 or PC1433 or PC1431FC or PC1431X are not allowed to take this module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1432","ModuleTitle":"Physics IIE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces fundamental concepts of physics and is illustrated with many practical examples. Topics covered include a) Electricity and magnetism, where the basic concepts of electric and magnetic fields, forces on charged particles, electric potential, electromotive force, work and energy, are described. The properties of basic electrical circuits comprising resistors, inductors and capacitors are discussed, along with analysis of their transient and steady-state behaviour. Understanding the role of Maxwell's equations in electromagnetism is emphasized; b) Waves, introducing properties of waves, including geometric optics, propagation, interference and diffraction, and electromagnetic waves; and c) Quantum physics, where new physics concepts which led to the quantization of energy are introduced, leading to an explanation of atomic transitions, atomic spectra and the physical and the chemical properties of the atom. The uncertainty principle, wave-mechanics and wave particle duality concepts are covered, together with the use of wavefunctions in predicting the behaviour of trapped particles. The module is targeted essentially at Engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"Students from FOE ( i.e. Computer Eng, Common Engineering, Bioengineering, Industrial & Systems Eng and Material Science & Eng) with ‘A’ level or H2 pass in Physics; or 'A' level or H2 pass in Physics; or PC1221/PC1221FC/PC1221X & PC1222/PC1222X","Preclusion":"Students majoring in Physics or students who have passed in PC1143 or PC1144 or PC1432X are not allowed to take this module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC1433","ModuleTitle":"Mechanics and Waves","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module consists of two parts. In Part 1, students will be introduced to the concepts and principles of mechanics of rigid bodies and their applications to solve practical problems. The topics to be covered include: force systems, equilibrium, kinematics of particles, kinetic of particles, work and energy, impulse and momentum, kinetics of system of particles, kinematics of rigid bodies, damped and undamped vibrations. In Part 2, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of wave mechanics.  General description of wave propagation; types of waves: longitudinal, transverse and circular waves; speed of a travelling wave; propagation of energy and momentum; power and intensity; sound waves, oscillations of a string; light waves; superposition of waves; interference; standing waves, resonant waves; harmonics; resonance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"A Level or H2 Physics. This module is only for ESP students.","Preclusion":"STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED EITHER PC1141 OR PC1431 OR PC1431FC OR PC1431X ARE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE THIS MODULE.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2131","ModuleTitle":"Electricity & Magnetism I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Among the four fundamental forces in nature, the electromagnetic force has great technological importance and is critical for the understanding of other subjects in science and engineering, such as optics, radiation, chemistry, biology and electrical engineering. This module provides a comprehensive treatment of electromagnetic fields and forces. It covers the following topics: vector analysis, electrostatics, special techniques in electrostatics, magnetostatics, electric and magnetic fields in matter, electromotive force, electromagnetic induction, and Maxwell’s equations. This module is targeted at physics majors and science students in general.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have either passed (PC1143 or PC1432/PC1432X) and either (MA1505 and MA1506) or (MA1101R and MA1102R) or equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2132","ModuleTitle":"Classical Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to consider the principles of mechanics in a rigorous mathematical framework, and to establish a bridge to the principles of modern physics. The topics to be covered include: kinematics; damped and driven oscillators; energy and angular momentum, conservative forces; twobody\r\nand many-body problems, centre-of-mass; central-force motion, inverse square law, orbits, scattering; action principle; Lagrangian mechanics; Hamiltonian mechanics; small-amplitude oscillations, normal modes; rotating rigid bodies; rotating reference frames, centrifugal and Coriolis forces, Foucault's pendulum. A good command of calculus and some basic knowledge of linear algebra are required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have either passed (PC1141 or PC1431) and either (MA1505 and MA1506) or (MA1101R and MA1102R) or equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2134","ModuleTitle":"MATHEMATICAL MTDS IN PHYSICS I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to give students the necessary mathematical skills for other physics courses. The topics to be covered include: complex numbers and hyperbolic functions; multivariable calculus; elements of vector calculus; Taylor series; Fourier series, Dirac delta-function, Fourier transforms, Laplace transforms, physical applications; second-order ordinary and partial differential equations, wave equation, diffusion equation, Poisson’s equation; Green’s functions; Sturm-Liouville theory; special functions associated with physical systems, Hermite polynomials, Bessel functions, Legendre functions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"MA1101R and MA1102R or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2193","ModuleTitle":"Experimental Physics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comprehensive training of both experimental and analytical skills in mechanics, thermal physics, electronics, magnetism, nuclear physics, semiconductors, optics and lasers. In particular, emphasis is placed on the measurement skill that will be required in the industries of semiconductors, optical communications and life sciences. While this module is mainly targeted at physics majors, it is also suitable for science and engineering students who are interested in a career in the above-mentioned industries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-6-1-3","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed one of these modules PC1141, PC1142, PC1143, PC1144, PC1431, PC1431FC, PC1431X, PC1432/PC1432X or PC1433.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2230","ModuleTitle":"Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introductory course in statistical and thermal physics, and is a prerequisite to advanced statistical mechanics. The topics to be covered include: mathematical background, laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamics functions, chemical equilibrium and phase transitions, kinetic theory, postulates of statistical mechanics, independent particle approach of statistical mechanics, basic distributions, ideal gases, paramagnetism, equipartition theorem, etc.  Science and engineering students with a background knowledge of general physics are the targeted students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"PC1142, PC1144, PC1431, PC1431FC, PC1431X or PC1433 and MA1505 or MA1507","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2239","ModuleTitle":"Special Problems in Undergrad Physics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module is intended for a small cohort of undergraduates who have a strong aptitude for physics and who have demonstrated outstanding scholarship. The problems will be assigned on a case-by-case basis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"to be designed on consultation","Prerequisite":"Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2267","ModuleTitle":"Biophysics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the underlying principles and mechanisms of physics behind life sciences. It incorporates introductory concepts of physics into the phenomena associated with biological functions. The topics to be covered include: biological structures and the relation to biophysics; principles and methods of physics applied to biology; physical aspects of structure and functionalities of biomolecules, physical principles of bioenergy conversion and membrane-bound energy transduction; physical processes of bio-transport, nerves and bioelectricity. The module includes some basic biophysics experiments. It is targeted at both physics and non-physics students who already have basic knowledge in physics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-1-4","Prerequisite":"PC1143 or PC1432/PC1432X or PC1421 or Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2288","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Physics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Please note that only 4MCs can be accredited towards major requirements in case that a student undertakes 8MCs for both PC2288 and PC2289.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"To be designed on consultation","Prerequisite":"PC1141 or PC1142, and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC2289","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Please note that only 4MCs can be accredited towards major requirements in case that a student undertakes 8MCs for both PC2288 and PC2289.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"PC1141 or PC1142; and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3130","ModuleTitle":"Quantum Mechanics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module continues from PC2130 and completes the basic formation of the student in quantum mechanics. Description of composite systems: tensor product, two-particle entanglement; systems of N identical particles. Perturbation theory: time-independent, both non-degenerate and degenerate; example: Zeeman effect. Time-dependent: Fermi golden rule; example: atom in a classical e-m field. Discussion of stimulated and spontaneous emission.\r\nOther approximation schemes: the variational principle; the WKB approximation and the “classical” region, tunneling and the connecting formula; the adiabatic approximation. Scattering: partial wave analysis and the Born approximation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed either PC2130 or PC2130B, and PC2134 or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3193","ModuleTitle":"Experimental Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This continuous assessment module is intended to provide training in experimental techniques and analytical skills. Experiments are based on various areas of physics such as spectroscopy, nuclear physics, laser physics, optics and electronics. Some experiments involve the use of research-grade equipment like the electron microscope, the atomic force microscope and the FTIR spectrophotometer. Project-type experiments are also available. The module is targeted at science and engineering students who have a foundation in Level 2 experimental physics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-6-1-3","Prerequisite":"PC2193","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3231","ModuleTitle":"Electricity & Magnetism II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This is the sequel to PC2131 Electricity & Magnetism I, leading to the objective of understanding classical electrodynamics. Most of the examples presented require a certain degree of mathematical manipulation, as compared to a first course in electricity and magnetism. It covers the following topics: conservation laws, electromagnetic waves in vacuum and in matter, guided waves, the\r\npotential formulation, Lienard-Wiechert potentials, dipole radiation, radiation from point charges, special relativity, relativistic mechanics and relativistic electrodynamics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC2131","Preclusion":"ESP2104","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PC3232","ModuleTitle":"Nuclear & Particle Physics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an intermediate course in nuclear physics, with an introduction to particle physics. Properties of nuclei, e.g., masses, spins, and moments, are introduced and an introductory discussion of nuclear models is presented, the semi-empirical mass formula, the Fermi gas model, the shell model and some aspects of the collective model are discussed. The energy balances and spin/parity selection rules of alpha, beta and gamma decay processes are discussed in considerable detail. The various types of interaction between radiation and matter are discussed, and an introduction to radiation detectors is given. A discussion of the operational principles and technological aspects of accelerators and an introductory survey of particle physics completes the material covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC2130 or PC2130B","Preclusion":"PC3232B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3235","ModuleTitle":"Solid State Physics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This is a first course in solid state physics. It aims to lay the foundations for students seeking to major in physics as well as students studying in materials science and engineering. The lectures emphasize on the fundamental concepts of condensed matter, covering crystal structure and reciprocal lattice, crystal binding and elastic constants, crystal vibrations and thermal properties, free electron theory and physical properties of metals, electron in periodic potentials, and basic semiconductors. Simple model prediction data and the experimental data from real systems would be compared and discussed to help students develop an intuitive understanding of the subject.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC2130 or PC2130B","Preclusion":"EE3406 or PC2133","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PC3239","ModuleTitle":"Special Problems in Undergrad Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module is intended for a small cohort of undergraduates who have a strong aptitude for physics and who have demonstrated outstanding scholarship. The problems will be assigned on a case-by-case basis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"To be designed on consultation","Prerequisite":"Departmental Approval.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3247","ModuleTitle":"Modern Optics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to establish the interconnectedness of knowledge between principles of optics and modern sciences/technologies and identify the applications in our daily life. It covers wave properties, refraction and dispersion, interference, Michelson interferometer, Fabry-Perot cavity and optical resonator, interference filter, Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction, resolution limit, Fourier transformation, holography; polarisation, birefringence and wave plates, light absorption and emission, lasers. This module is targeted at physics and non-physics students, who are interested in principles of modern optics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":" 3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":" Students who have passed either PC2131 or EE2005","Preclusion":"PC2231","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3274","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Methods in Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces important mathematical methods for the solution of a variety of mathematical problems in physics. The following topics are covered: functions of a complex variable, singularities and residues, contour integration; calculus of variations; transformations in physics, symmetries and group theory, discrete groups, group representations and their applications in physics; tensor analysis, application to classical mechanics, electrodynamics, and relativity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC2134","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Physics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Please note also that only 4MCs can be accredited towards major requirements in case that a student undertakes 8MCs for both PC3288 and PC3289.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"To be designed on consultation","Prerequisite":"Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Please see section 4.4.3.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3294","ModuleTitle":"Radiation Laboratory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module provides hands-on experience with modern detectors, electronics, data acquisition systems, radiation sources and other nuclear physics equipment that forms the basis for the applications of nuclear physics to medical physics, radiation protection and other fields. The module will be restricted to the students in the Medical Physics minor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-4-6-0","Prerequisite":"PC3232 or PC3232B","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Physics as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Physics major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC3312","ModuleTitle":"Enhanced Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 16-20 weeks during regular semester.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Physics as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Physics major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3312 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Physics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"For Cohort 2011 and before- At least an overall CAP of 3.50, on fulfillment of 100 MC or more; and major requirements under the B.Sc. programme. For Cohort 2012 and after- At least one major at B.Sc./B.Appl.Sc. level; and minimum overall CAP of 3.20 on completion of 100 MCs or more.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4199R","ModuleTitle":"Integrated B.ENG./B.SC. (Hons) Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"Nil","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4230","ModuleTitle":"Quantum Mechanics III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This elective module covers a range of advanced topics in Quantum Mechanics.\r\nThe basics of relativistic quantum mechanics will be covered: the Klein-Gordon equation; the Dirac equation and the covariant formulation of the Dirac theory, as well as the plane wave solution of the Dirac equation, the solution of the Dirac equation for a central potential and its non-relativistic limit The rest of the module is devoted to special topics, which may include the van der Waals interaction; the behaviour of electrons in solids; masers and lasers, the EPR argument and Bell’s theorem, the interpretations of QM.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-2-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"PC3130","Preclusion":"PC4130","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4236","ModuleTitle":"Computational Condensed Matter Physics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Computation is playing an increasingly important role in materials discovery. This module introduces the basic concepts and provides an overview of methods in modern computational condensed matter physics. Major topics to be covered include a brief review on empirical and semi-empirical approaches in electronic structure calculation, density functional theory, methods for solving the Kohn-Sham equation, applications to different types of materials, modelling effects of external fields and transport property. The module is suitable for upper level undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in computer modelling and simulation in condensed matter physics and materials science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"PC3235","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4240","ModuleTitle":"Solid State Physics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to elements of the physics of crystalline solids. Topics covered include: energy bands of the nearly free electron model, tight binding method, Fermi surfaces and their experimental determination, plasmons, polaritons and polarons, optical processes and excitons. We will also cover superconductivity, dielectrics and ferroelectrics, diamagnetism, paramagnetism, ferromagnetism and antiferromagnetism, and magnetic resonance. This module is targeted at physics majors, and is useful for science and engineering students who already have background knowledge of solid state physics on par with PC3235 Solid State Physics I.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC3235 or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4241","ModuleTitle":"Statistical Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the fundamentals of statistical mechanics. Starting with the classical and quantum postulates, the three ensembles of Gibbs are derived. The statistical interpretation of thermodynamics then follows. The thermodynamic quantities are obtained in terms of the number of states, partition and grand partition functions. Applications to independent electron systems, with and without magnetic field, and Bose-Einstein condensation are given. The course ends with a brief introduction to phase transitions. This module is targeted at physics students with at least one year of thermal physics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC2230 or Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4246","ModuleTitle":"Quantum Optics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to the quantum description of the electromagnetic field, with a special focus on phenomena at optical frequencies; in short, “quantum optics”. It starts with two introductory chapters: a concise reminder of important facts and devices of classical optics; and a presentation of typical quantum phenomena that have been observed with light (entanglement, violation of Bell's inequalities, teleportation…).\r\n\r\nThe core of the module is the canonical quantization of the electromagnetic field and the introduction of the corresponding vector space (“Fock space”) and field operators. Then, we present the main families of states (number, thermal, coherent, squeezed) and the most typical measurement techniques (photo-detection, homodyne measurement, first- and second-order coherence, Hong-Ou-\\Mandel bunching). The statistical nature of light fields is highlighted. Finally, we present the basic case studies of photon-atom interactions in the full quantum approach: cavity quantum electrodynamics (Janyes-Cummings model), spontaneous decay (Wigner-Weisskopf approach).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed either PC3130 or PC3243","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4248","ModuleTitle":"Relativity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to the theories of special and general relativity. The topics covered are: relativistic kinematics and Lorentz transformations, the concept of spacetime, relativistic mechanics, homogeneous and inhomogeneous Lorentz groups; general tensor analysis, the Riemann tensor, the gravitational field equation, the Schwarzschild solution and experimental tests of general relativity. While this module is mainly targeted at physics majors, it is also suitable for science students with a strong mathematical foundation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed either PC3234 or PC3274 or Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4249","ModuleTitle":"Astrophysics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Starting with an introduction to the nuclear physics of stars and the processes of nucleosynthesis, following a brief introduction to nuclear physics. nucleosynthesis via quiescent burning, and the processes that lead to the production of heavy (A>60) elements are covered. The endstages\r\n(brown dwarfs, white dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes) are discussed in detail. In the second part of the module, large structures in the universe, are discussed, including star clusters, galaxy structure, and galaxy clustering. The module ends with a discussion of the cosmological scale structure of the universe. This module is a continuation of PC3246 Astrophysics I.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed either PC3246 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4259","ModuleTitle":"Surface Physics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to surface physics, its techniques and applications. The topics include: surface tension, surface crystallography, surface physical processes such as relaxation, reconstruction and defects, surface chemical properties, surface segregation, surface electronic structures including surface states, band bending, dipole layer, work function, core-level-shifts, Fermi level pining, plasmon, and surface vibrational properties. Experimental techniques, such as LEED, RHEED, XAS, SEXAFS, XPS, UPS, AES, SIMS and EELS, will be also addressed with examples and applications. This module is targeted at physics or materials science students, who have a basic knowledge of quantum mechanics and solid state physics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed one of these modules: PC3130, PC3242, EE2004, EE3431C or EE2143","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC4267","ModuleTitle":"Biophysics III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the principles of statistics in relation to biophysics and bio soft materials. It focuses on: modeling of biomacromolecular structure and statistical complexities; molecular mechanics of biomolecules; statistical models for structural transitions in biopolymers, statistical physical  description of structural transitions in macromolecules,  simulation of macromolecular structure, structural transitions in polypeptides and proteins; coil-helix transitions; prediction of protein secondary and tertiary structures; statistics of structural transitions in  polynucleotides and DNA; modeling of non-regular structures of biomacromolecules. This module is targeted at both physics and non-physics students who already have basic knowledge in physics, thermodynamics and molecular biology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-2-3","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed either PC3267 or Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC5201","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Quantum Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to advanced topics in quantum theory. Topics include applications in many-body systems; Scattering theory; Approximation methods and their applications. General description of relativistic equations and their solutions; Interaction with electromagnetic fields; Path integral formulation of quantum mechanics. This module is targeted at all students undertaking graduate studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed PC3130 or Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC5204","ModuleTitle":"SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHYSICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This module presents special selected topics of current interest. For this academic year, the module aims to introduce novel magnetic phenomena in solids with emphasis on physics and applications of spin based electronics or spintronics. The topics covered include general introduction to magnetism, exchange interactions in magnetic solids,  band structure,  half metals, dilute magnetic semiconductors,  spin dependent electrical transport, spin polarization & detection,  magneto transport in multilayers, oxides & magnetic semiconductors, magnetic nanostructures and spin injection across various interfaces. Other spin dependent phenomena such as magneto caloric, magneto elastic, magneto impedance and magnetic resonance effects will also be discussed. Application of spintronics in novel devices  including GMR read heads, MRAM, spinFET, spin transistor, magnetic sensors for strain & bio-molecule detection will be illustrated. This module is targeted at postgraduate students of physics, engineering and materials science who have basic knowledge in magnetism and solid state physics/devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed PC3235 (Solid State Physics-I) and PC4241 (Statistical Physics) , or departmental approval","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PC5206","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Quantum Field Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced module for students of theoretical physics. The topics covered are: Second quantization and path integral formulation of quantum field theory, Feynman rules for scalar, spinor, and vector fields, renormalization and symmetry, renormalization group, and connection with condensed matter physics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC4130/PC4230, PC5201, or Departmental Approval.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PC5207","ModuleTitle":"TOPICS IN OPTICAL PHYSICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding on the principles of nonlinear optics. The module is targeted at postgraduate students who have acquired a background in optics, and who are involved in optics-related studies and research. The module presents the principles of nonlinear optics and photonics devices, which includes: nonlinear optical susceptibility, wave propagation in nonlinear media; sum and difference frequency generation, parametric amplification and oscillation, photonic crystals; phase conjugation, optical-induced birefringence, self-focusing, nonlinear optical absorption, photonic devices; ultrafast laser.\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC4258 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PC5209","ModuleTitle":"Accelerator Based Materials Characterisation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The course gives an introduction to the physics of ion beam analysis. After a general introduction, inter-atomic potentials, cross sections and stopping powers are discussed, and the theory of the stopping process is developed based on the Thomas-Fermi statistical atom. Accelerators and other instrumentation are introduced, and a range of analytical techniques is discussed in detail: Rutherford Backscattering (RBS), Proton Induced X-ray Emission (PIXE), Elastic Recoil Detection Analysis (ERDA), Nuclear Reaction Analysis NRA, and Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS). Finally, the more specialised fields of Nuclear Microscopy and Synchrotron radiation are discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"Students who have passed either one of these modules. PC4244, PC4212, PC4261, or Departmental Approval\r\n","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC5215","ModuleTitle":"NUMERICAL RECIPES WITH APPLICATIONS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"Covers computational techniques for the solution of problems arising in physics and engineering, with an emphasis on molecular simulation and modelling. Topics will be from the text, “Numerical Recipes”, Press et al, supplemented with examples in materials and condensed matter physics.   This course insures that graduate students intending to do research in computational physics will have sufficient background in computational methods and programming experience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-1-4","Prerequisite":"PC3236 or departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC5228","ModuleTitle":"Quantum Information and Computation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"The module will provide an introduction to the physics and mathematics of quantum information in general and quantum computation in particular. In addition to physics majors, the course addresses students with a good background in discrete mathematics or computer science.The following topics will be covered: (1) Introduction: a brief review of basic notions of information science (Shannon entropy, channel capacity) and of basic quantum kinematics with emphasis on the description of multi-qubit systems and their discrete dynamics. (2) Quantum information: Entanglement and its numerical measures, separability of multi-partite states, quantum channels, standard protocols for quantum cryptography and entanglement purification, physical implementations. And (3) Quantum computation: single-qubit gates, two-qubit gates and their physical realization in optical networks, ion traps, quantum dots, Universality theorem, quantum networks and their design, simple quantum algorithms (Jozsa-Deutsch decision algorithm, Grover search algorithm, Shor factorization algorithm).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"PC3130 or Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC5288","ModuleTitle":"M.SC COURSEWORK THESIS FOR PHYSICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PC5289","ModuleTitle":"M.SC.(COURSEWORK) THESIS FOR APPLIED PHYSICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHYSICS","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF1101","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals of Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"The module covers the fundamental concepts of project management, identifying nine broad project management knowledge areas. Students are given an introduction to theories relating to the management of project scope, time, cost, risk, quality, human resources, communications and procurement. The overall intergration of these eight knowledge areas and the management of externalities as the ninth project management knowledge area is also emphasised.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF1102","ModuleTitle":"Visualisation in Design and Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the fundamental principles and practice of construction for a building through a detailed examination of key building elements. It places emphasis on the detailing of these elements, and encompasses the functional, structural, construction and other issues influencing building forms. Students will acquire skills in the interpretation of building drawings and drafting of construction details. Basic principles of computer aided drafting are covered and software tools for improving visualisation are introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PF2101","ModuleTitle":"Project and Facilities Management Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the fundamental principles relating to the law, the legal system, the law of contract, the law of torts, the role of statutory laws, and relevant aspects of land law and copyright. The module also provides students with an awareness of civil proceedings and dispute resolution.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF2106","ModuleTitle":"Project & Facilities Communication Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"Communication management is a knowledge area in project and facilities management. This module covers the communication skills required in project and facilities management. Topics include managing and communicating with internal and external stakeholders, the forms of communication, project\r\ndocumentation, and orders and reports.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PF2107","ModuleTitle":"Construction Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the evaluation, selection and performance of specialised advanced construction technology for tall buildings with emphasis on the integration of construction systems. The major topics are: deep foundation systems, proprietary wall and floor systems, advanced formwork and scaffolding technology, precast and prestressed concrete construction, envelope systems, and roof construction. Also covered are the basic principles relating to the selection, operation and integration of specialised equipment for construction work, and the fundamentals of site surveying, setting out and alignment systems for high-rise buildings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF2201","ModuleTitle":"Scope and Design Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the fundamental principles relating to managing the designprocess and forming the project scope. Major topics are consideration and assessment of clients; requirements, selection of projects, formulationof project brief, the role of design as well as the deisgner in projects, design for value, integrated designs, and design evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF2204","ModuleTitle":"Project Development and Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the process of developing a project from its inception to its commissioning, and the financing of projects. It provides students with an understanding of the economic and social aspects and implications of how properties and infrastructure are developed and managed. The topics include: land use planning process, property development process, and roles of governments and parties involved in the built environment. The module also covers the fundamental issues relating to capital budgeting, use of projects as investment instruments, project feasibility studies, cash flows, investment criteria, cost of capital, and how various types of projects are financed. Other key topics include financial markets and institutions, sources of project finance and financial performance studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF2501","ModuleTitle":"Structural Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the principles underlying the factors which influence the performance and stability of buildings through coverage of the forces and stresses in the structural components of buildings, and the characteristics of basic structural materials. The major topics covered include: concepts of forces, moments and equilibrium; properties of common structural materials; basic structural design of steel and reinforced concrete elements. Also covered are temporary works and structures, and foundations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Students from Civil Engineering and students who passed BU2484.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF2502","ModuleTitle":"Development Technology  and Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the management of technology relating to development projects to meet regulatory requirements, and prevailing buildability and quality standards. The topics include preliminary works, substructures, structural systems, functional elements for reinforced concrete and structural steel buildings, and external works. Emphasis is put on the management of development technology for projects to ensure that appropriate decisions and processes adopted fulfil the requirements specified in the Factories (Building Operations and Works of Engineering Construction) Regulations, Building Control Regulations, Buildable Design Appraisal System, Construction Quality Assessment System and other relevant codes of practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF3205","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Measurement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This modules covers the more advanced aspects of building measurement found in projects including the use of IT in integrating measurement works and project management. Topics include measurement of deep excavation, substructures, underpinning, structures, additions and alterations and complex building forms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"PF2102 (existing code) / PF2501 (new code) Structural Systems","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PF3206","ModuleTitle":"Project Scheduling and Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the fundamental principles of operations management as it applies to projects.  It considers the application of various management tools to the solutionof problems in the planning and control of projects.  Major topics are project planning and scheduling, resource management, and project control.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PF3101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF3301","ModuleTitle":"Maintainability of Facilities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the maintainability issues of various categories of facilities under tropical conditions, focusing on buildings.  It aims to improve the standard and quality of design, construction and maintenance practices so as to produce efficient buildings that require minimal maintenance.  The module examines the durability, sustainability and maintainability of various materials and components to set benchmarks for the selection of materials, components and systems for better maintainability.  The basic principles involved in building pathology-diagnosis and repair are covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF3302","ModuleTitle":"Energy Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the essential principles of energy management in the operation of facilities with special emphasis on the operation of buildings.  The major topics include: quantitative energy analysis, prediction, simulation and relevant codes of practice.  Students are given experience in the real time application of computers in energy monitoring and auditing.  Other topics are: energy benchmarking, energy market policy and procurement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"PF2104 (existing code) / PF2503 (new code) M&E Engineering Systems; PF2503 M&E Engineering Systems (AY2014/15 intake and after)","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF3401","ModuleTitle":"Practical Training Scheme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"The intent of the module is to enable students to apply the knowledge gained from academic studies to practical situations in the relevant local or foreign industry.\r\nThere are also opportunities for students to be employed on funded research projects undertaken by staff members of the department Students who opt for this module are required to undergo nine (9) weeks of approved practical training at the end of the second semester in their Third Year of study. They are to submit a Log Book, an Interim Report, and an Academic Report for assessment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-44-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PF4101","ModuleTitle":"Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students demonstrate their research, analytical and communication skills by investigating a topic of interest to them, and of relevance to the programme. The student is expected to demonstrate an ability to pursue unaided investigations relevant to the topic chose, to communicate the findings clearly, concisely and with detachment, to draw relevant conclusions, and to offer suitable recommendations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF4102","ModuleTitle":"Contract and Procurement Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the fundamental principles of administering projects from the client’s perspective by developing further, and applying, students’ knowledge of project management law. Major topics are procurement systems, valuation of work done based on the Security of Payment Act, valuation of variations and financial control of projects. Students are recommended to take PF2101 Project and Facilities Management Law and PF3207 Project Management Law before taking this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF4202","ModuleTitle":"Safety, Health and Environmental Mgt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the knowledge required to manage projects to comply with safety, health and environmental standards, codes and regulations. Major topics are safety management system, environmental health, pollution control and the economics and management of sustainable development in the context of projects. Policy issues at the national and corporate levels on safety, health and environmental management are also covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF4206","ModuleTitle":"Building Information Modelling","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the nature and potential of BIM as a new format for exchanging digital and spatial information in project and facilities management. Topics include the principles of BIM, the supporting infrastructure, implementation, and the financial, legal, and other nontechnical aspects of BIM.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-8-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PF4301","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Facilities Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"The module provides students with knowledge to 1.Apply the principle of managing buildings and facilities with the objectives of the organization in mind; 2. Align business and facilities strategies in delivering service and performance in order to achieve maximum corporate benefit; 3. Learn strategic and operational pointers to best practice in the planning and management of facilities; and 4. Learn to address issues of sustainability, safety and growth in an urban setting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PF4307","ModuleTitle":"Event Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module applies the principles of project and facilities management to the management of events. Topics include the nature and types of events, the event \r\nmanagement cycle (inception, event planning, mobilization, execution, and post-event evaluation), and case studies on the management of different types of\r\nevents.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-6-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH2201","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Philosophy Of Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to a spectrum of philosophical issues concerning modern science. These range from explaining the development of science, including a comparison with traditional approaches, to understanding nature in both the West and the East, to problems of the rationality of science. This will also involve a historical study of the development of philosophy of science in the Western tradition, from Bacon and Hume, through Mill, to Popper, Kuhn and Feyerabend.","CrossModule":"GEM2025","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEM2025","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH2203","ModuleTitle":"Major Moral Philosophers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to some of the major moral philosophers in the Western tradition by examining their different approaches to the question of what we should do or how we\n\nshould be, including deontological, consequentialist and virtue-based approaches. We will critically analyze these philosophers’ approaches using historical and contemporary sources.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH2206","ModuleTitle":"Founders of Modern Philosophy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module looks at the beginnings of modern Western philosophy in the seventeenth century, when philosophers conceived of themselves as breaking away from authority and tradition. It will deal with central themes from the thought of Descartes, Locke, Berkeley, Leibniz and Spinoza; in particular, the attempt to provide foundations for knowledge and science.","CrossModule":"GEK2028","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEK2028","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH2211","ModuleTitle":"Philosophy of Religion","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to the main issues in contemporary philosophy of religion.  Topics covered will be selected from the following (other topics may also be considered): arguments for the existence of God (cosmological, ontological, teleological), argument for atheism (problem of evil), religious pluralism, nature of mystical experiences, the nature of miracles, the nature of religious language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH2213","ModuleTitle":"Metaphysics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"Broadly speaking, Metaphysics is the study of fundamental conceptual categories, including that of space and time, appearance and reality, mind and body, substance and existence, objects and their properties, and God. These concepts pertain to the structure of &quot;ultimate reality&quot; and generate perplexing philosophical issues, a sample of which will be discussed in this course. Some topics: the problem of universals, paradoxes of the infinite, the concept of God, paradoxes of time travel, problems of cause and effect, free will, fatalism and determinism, the mind-body problem, realism and idealism, existence, identity, and individuation, essentialism, the relation between logic and metaphysics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH2301","ModuleTitle":"Classical Chinese Philosophy I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This is the first half of a two-part course which offers an introduction to philosophical debate in the Warring States period of ancient China, the Classical\r\nAge of Chinese Philosophy and the seedbed from which grew all of the native currents of thought that survived from traditional China. It will begin by\r\nconsidering the intellectual-historical background to the ancient philosophies and focus primarily on the Confucius (the Analects), Mozi, Yang Zhu, Mencius\r\nand Laozi, closing with a brief introduction to some of the later developments that will be covered more fully in Part II. The approach of the course will be both historical and critical, and we will attempt to both situate Classical Chinese philosophical discourse in its intellectual-historical context and to\r\nbring out its continuing relevance.","CrossModule":"GEK2038","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PH2205, GEK2038","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH3203","ModuleTitle":"Moral Philosophy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module is concerned with an area in Moral Philosophy called 'meta-ethics'. Meta-ethics is a discussion of the nature of ethics. It is a second-order, reflective activity about ethics, and not a first-order discussion of the rights and wrongs of particular issues within ethics. Beginning with non-naturalism, the module proceeds to discuss emotivism, prescriptivism, descriptivism or naturalism, culminating in current discussion of moral realism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH3241","ModuleTitle":"Consciousness","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"One of the main problems of consciousness concerns whether consciousness can be explained solely in terms of brain activity and the like. Some philosophers\r\nthink so. After all, science has successfully explained various cognitive functions in such terms, and it’s natural to think that its success will eventually extend to consciousness. Other philosophers disagree, finding it hard to fathom how consciousness can arise from the purely physical. To help us decide which answer is correct, we shall examine various important positions on the nature of consciousness including physicalism, dualism, eliminativism, and idealism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"PH2241 or PH2242 or PH3210","Preclusion":"PH3212","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH3243","ModuleTitle":"Chance and Uncertainty","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"We often appeal to probabilistic notions in everyday life. We say things such as ‘It’ll probably rain later’, ‘It’s unlikely that an asteroid will collide with Earth any time\r\nsoon’, and ‘There’s a chance that the restaurant will be open’. But what exactly is probability? We shall investigate various answers to this question by looking\r\nat various theories of probability, including the subjective theory, the epistemic theory, the frequency theory, and the propensity theory. Along the way, we’ll\r\nsee how issues in the philosophy of probability bear on issues in the philosophy of science, metaphysics, and epistemology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"PH2110/GEM2006 or PH2201/GEM2025 or PH2243 or PH3211","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH3244","ModuleTitle":"Appearance and Reality","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"Plato holds that the world of sensible objects is a mere shadow of an ideal realm that transcends experience. Locke maintains that sensible objects have intrinsic natures that are exhausted by a small number of basic spatial and temporal properties. Kant argues that we can never know the natures of things in themselves, beyond the fact that they give us certain senseimpressions. Mill construes a physical object as a bare propensity for sensations to occur in certain patterns. In this module, students engage with the major metaphysical systems of Western philosophy, examining how each coordinates subjective experience with objective reality.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"PH2213 or PH2241 or PH2242","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH3245","ModuleTitle":"Language and Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"Topics at the intersection of philosophy of mind and language, such as whether thought depends on talk or vice versa, whether we think in words or images, whether those words are words of English or a sui generis mental language just for thinking, whether animals which can’t talk can think and whether the mind is like a computer. These questions are central to contemporary philosophy and language and are also an important case study in the relationship between\r\nthe methods of analysis, experiment and introspection in philosophical psychology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"PH2241 or PH3212 or PH2242 or PH3210","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH3247","ModuleTitle":"Philosophical Logic","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"In classical logic, every sentence is either true or false, every argument with\r\ncontradictory premises or a tautologous conclusion is valid, and every conditional with a false antecedent or true consequent is true. In this course, we explore non-classical logics which weaken these assumptions, including but not limited to various many-valued, modal and relevant logics, along with the philosophical questions they raise and answer.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"PH2110/GEM2006 Logic","Preclusion":"PH2214","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH4207","ModuleTitle":"Phenomenology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This course will deal with the thought of the four major classical phenomenologists: Edmund Husserl, Martin Heidegger, Maurice Merleau-Ponty and Jean Paul Sartre. Readings will be selected from Husserl's Ideas and Cartesian Meditations, Heidegger's Being and Time, Merleau-Ponty's Phenomenology of Perception and Sartre's Being and Nothingness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PH or 28 MCs in EU/LA\n(French/German)/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of\n3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012-2014:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in PH or 28 MCs in EU/LA\n(French/German)/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of\n3.20 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2015 onwards:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in PH or 28 MCs in EU/LA\n(French/German/Spanish)/ recognised modules, with a\nminimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH4211","ModuleTitle":"Issues in Epistemology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore an advanced topic in epistemology in depth. Some possible topics are the problem of scepticism, including realist and anti-realist responses to it, the nature of certainty and the relationship of knowledge to chance and credence, the internalism versus externalism debate about the nature of knowledge and justification, and the definability of knowledge in terms of truth, belief, justification and their cognates. The module may also explore a problem from formal epistemology, such as the lottery paradox, the problem of logical omniscience, or probabilistic approaches to the problem of induction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH4212","ModuleTitle":"Issues in Philosophy of Mind","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore in depth an advanced topic in the philosophy of mind. Possible topics are the unity of consciousness, the relationship between consciousness and time and the relationship between phenomenology and intentionality. The course may also focus on alternative conceptions of the mind to physicalism, such as dualism, panpsychism, or phenomenalism, issues from the philosophy of perception, such as the problems of illusion, hallucination, and the inverted spectra, or issues from philosophical psychology and cognitive science, such as the modularity of mind, the nature of tacit knowledge, or the relationship between neural states and mental states.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH4215","ModuleTitle":"Freedom and Moral Responsibility","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"The self image of human beings as morally responsible agents to which praise and blame may be legitimately ascribed, entities to which autonomy and dignity might be attributed, appear conditioned upon our having a robust freedom to will and to do. But do we really have such a freedom? And just what is presupposed in\r\nthe area of free will by our practice of assigning moral responsibility to each other in the first place? Through discussing a series of seminal writings on the topic, the student is introduced to the philosophical controversies in the area of freedom and moral responsibility.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"A dissertation on an approved research topic not exceeding twelve thousand words.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-1-0-0-36.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of PH major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of PH major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"PH4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH4550","ModuleTitle":"Internship: Philosophy for Teaching","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"Students will intern in an educational organization approved by the Department. (e.g. Logic Mills, which specializes in courses on analytical thinking skills to\r\nschools and other educational organizations). During the internship, they will learn to use their philosophical skills to teach, and through practice, reflect on the usefulness of Philosophy in education practice and intellectual development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-3-2-1-3.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track. (Students will apply to Department to read this module and qualified applicants will be selected through\r\nan interview). \r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track. (Students will apply to Department to read this module and qualified applicants will be selected through an interview).","Preclusion":"Any other internship module.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"PH4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH5430","ModuleTitle":"ETHICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"The module will focus on the sustained study of ethical theory involving one or more of the following four theoretical approaches to ethics: Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Theory and Contractarianism. If necessary, the module may additionally study applications of the theory/theories to a variety of applied issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH5430R","ModuleTitle":"Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"The module will focus on the sustained study of ethical theory involving one or more of the following four theoretical approaches to ethics: Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Theory and Contractarianism. If necessary, the module may additionally study applications of the theory/theories to a variety of applied issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2006 and before: Completed 80MCs, of which at least 28MCs are PH shared major Cohort 2007 onwards: Completed 80MCs, including 28MCs in PH, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH5660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Philosophy in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH6540","ModuleTitle":"TOPICS IN ANALYTIC PHILOSOPHY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"The module is designed to provide an intensive grounding in one of the major areas in contemporary Analytic Philosophy. The module will consider philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, epistemology, or metaphysics. Other topics from the analytic tradition or a combination of more than one topic may also be considered under exceptional circumstances. Focus will be on contemporary issues and problems currently engaging the philosophers belonging to the analytic tradition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH6660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Philosophy in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"Offered to Graduate students only and admission of others by permission of instructor ","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PH6760","ModuleTitle":"PHILOSOPHICAL TOPICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"The module will study a topic in various areas of philosophy, ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics, political philosophy, a topic that crosses area boundaries. An example might be &quot;Theories of Human Nature&quot;. The module might approach the topic from within the perspective of one philosophical school or from a comparative perspective that examines the views of more than one philosophical school, eastern or western.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PH6770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PHILOSOPHY","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded \"Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory\" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL1101E","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces psychology as an empirical, behavioural science. The aim is to provide students with a broad overview of the different fields in psychology. The emphasis of the course is two-fold: first, so that students appreciate the diversity and richness of the psychology discipline; second, to acquaint students with the important principles, theories, concepts and findings in psychology. Topics covered include the biological bases of behaviours, developmental psychology, social psychology, cognitive psychology, and abnormal psychology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL2131","ModuleTitle":"Research and Statistical Methods I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at equipping students with the critical thinking and analytical skills necessary as a foundation for evaluating or carrying out empirical research in psychology. It is an essential module for psychology major students. It consists of two sections: the first deals with the design of psychological research; the second covers basic descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. Students will be taught how to design their own empirical study, to carry out appropriate statistical analyses on the data collected so as to draw valid conclusions, and how to write up their findings. Ethical aspects of psychological research are covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-1-6","Prerequisite":"Obtained a minimum grade of 'C6' in G.C.E. 'O' level Mathematics, or passed at least IB Mathematical Studies SL, or equivalent.","Preclusion":"UQF2101B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL2132","ModuleTitle":"Research and Statistical Methods II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module builds on the methodological and statistical base prepared by PL2131. An essential module for psychology major students, it aims to provide knowledge and experience in conducting a psychological study. Methods of data collection in laboratory and field settings are taught alongside commonly-used statistical techniques for data analysis. Students are introduced to issues of design and analysis in factorial experiments and correlational studies. Students also do experiments in class and learn the use of computer statistical packages for data analysis. A group empirical project is required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-4-2","Prerequisite":"At least a B- in both PL1101E and PL2131, OR has declared Psychology as a major. Students who fail to meet the B- criterion in either of the modules, or both, will have the opportunity to take a department-conducted test, which will act as an alternative prerequisite.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3231","ModuleTitle":"Independent Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module allows students to undertake an individual research project under staff supervision. Students wishing to take this module are advised to obtain additional details from the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and consent of Supervisor. Students must have at least a &quot;C&quot; grade in one of the prerequisites.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3232","ModuleTitle":"Biological Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course provides a general one-semester introduction to the relationship between brain and behaviour. Although no background knowledge is assumed other than from the introductory psychology course, those with an interest in biological bases of behaviour or neuroscience will be advantaged.  The course is intended primarily for students doing a single major in Psychology, and is designed as an introduction to those wishing to pursue advanced courses in Cognitive Neuroscience (PL3285 &amp; PL4206). The course will focus on key questions asked about the brain, such as: How is the brain organised? How do drugs affect our behaviour? How does the brain see, hear and produce movement? How does it learn and think? Clinical topics, such as Parkinson's Disease and schizophrenia will be integrated into the course, as will fMRI research methods and findings.  Emphasis will be given to the key principles of nervous system function, however, the course still requires a lot of factual information to be assimilated and memorized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3233","ModuleTitle":"Cognitive Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the psychological study of human information processing; learning and memory; acquisition, retrieval, and forgetting; and general knowledge, concepts, reasoning, and related issues in cognition. The impact of computational approaches on cognition is considered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3234","ModuleTitle":"Developmental Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is primarily for psychology major students, for whom it is a core area. It aims to provide an overview of the major issues in developmental psychology, with a main focus on\n\ninfancy and childhood. The development of individual differences is reviewed. Stage and process theories of cognitive, social and linguistic development are evaluated. The extent to which research findings have pan-cultural and local application is considered throughout the course. The importance of empirical research is stressed, and students are recommended to take PL2131 before reading this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3235","ModuleTitle":"Social Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course provides a broad foundation for the study of human social behaviour. Topics such as attitudes, social cognition, interpersonal relations and group processes are discussed. One aim of this course is to introduce students to the theories and research of social psychology. A second aim is to help students appreciate how the findings of social psychologists are relevant and applicable to the day-to-day situations in our lives.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3236","ModuleTitle":"Abnormal Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This core module covers most of the common mental health problems identified for children and adults, e.g. eating disorders, behavioural problems, attention deficits, learning disabilities, schizophrenia, anxiety, stress, depression, personality disorders, sexual adjustment, substance abuse, suicide, and dementia. The lectures and discussion groups provide an introduction to clinical intervention, but emphasis is placed on the theoretical formulation of problems. Whenever possible, films and case studies are used to supplement the textbook and readings, and a visit to the local Institute of Mental Health will usually be arranged.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E","Preclusion":"SW3217","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL3240","ModuleTitle":"Group Dynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is built around applications of theoretical and experimental psychology to group processes. The psychological processes underlying human interactions in groups are the principal foci. Topics included are group formation, development of group structure, formulation of group goals, team building, leadership and power within groups, conflicts, group decision-making, and group changes. Psychological tools and skills relevant for research in field settings are also examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E and PL3235","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3241","ModuleTitle":"Personality & Individual Differences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to research on personality and individual differences. The main theories and measurement of related constructs will be discussed with an emphasis on normal, rather than abnormal, populations. Topics covered may include personality traits, motivational constructs, cognitive ability constructs and cognitive styles. Reference will also be made to some current applications such as personnel selection.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E and PL2131","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3242","ModuleTitle":"Health Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the role of psychological factors in physical health. Topics covered may include the relationship of mind and body, the role of human behaviour in health, stress and coping as they relate to health, the nature of illness, patient-practitioner relations, chronic illness and disability, death and dying, and the relationship of psychology to such important health problems as AIDS, cancer, heart disease and pain.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"PL1101E","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3244","ModuleTitle":"Adolescent Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Adolescence is a period of many transitions. This module will explore some of these transitions, ranging from the physical changes related to puberty to the psychological processes of identity formation to the social challenges of negotiating new patterns of relationships with family and peers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E and PL3234","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3257","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Clinical Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to the history, evolution, and contemporary practices of clinical psychology.\r\n\r\nStudents will use the scientist practitioner model to study underlying theoretical frameworks and the skills and practices of clinical psychologists.\r\n\r\nEthical and professional issues covered include classification and diagnosis, clinical research, assessment, case formulation and treatment planning, interventions, and prevention.\r\n\r\nThe materials will be discussed in the context of typical work settings of clinical psychologists (e.g. mental health, forensic or neuropsychological) and across varied client populations (e.g. children, adults, couples).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E and PL3236","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3259","ModuleTitle":"Psychology of Ageing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course is an introduction to the study of ageing that views the ageing process as a normal part of lifespan development. This includes exploring what ageing means, examining which factors are involved in healthy and pathological aspects of ageing, and distinguishing between ageing stereotypes and reality. Students will study the research for age-related change (and stability) in several psychological domains in the context of changing paradigms of ageing, examining various issues in ageing (e.g., transition to retirement, health-related changes, optimal ageing factors), as well as multiple influences on the experience of ageing (e.g., caregiving, societal policies, attitudes toward elderly).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL3234 and PL3235","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3281","ModuleTitle":"Lab in Cognitive Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Students will be introduced to the different methodologies used in cognitive research such as classical psychophysics, signal detection theory, reaction time paradigms, judgment tasks, similarity ratings, memory measures, and psycholinguistic methods.  Selected topics on perception, attention, memory, categorisation, language, problem solving, and decision making will be used to illustrate these methods. Students will work in small groups to design and conduct an experiment using these methodologies and submit individual research reports. Prior background and interest in cognitive psychology will be very helpful.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-3-4-3","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and PL3233","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3281D","ModuleTitle":"Lab in Music Perception and Cognition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Lab in Music Perception and Cognition introduces students to experimental music psychology. Specifically, students will ask research questions, conduct experiments, and write research manuscripts on topics relevant to music perception and cognition. Prior training in cognitive psychology and music will be essential.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-3-4-3","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and PL3233","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PL3282","ModuleTitle":"Lab in Social Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This laboratory is intended to expose students majoring in psychology with both correlational and experimental approaches to research on how people feel, think, and act in relation to others. Studies will include topics such as attitudes and social cognition (e.g., beliefs, attitudes and values, social influence, attribution and impression formation) and interpersonal and group relations (e.g. aggression, altruism, attraction, prejudice and discrimination, followers and leaders). Both laboratory and field methods of testing hypotheses will be covered. Importance of using personality and culture of people as moderators of their social behaviors will be emphasized.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-3-4-3","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and PL3235","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3282C","ModuleTitle":"Lab in Attitudes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This first half of the module will explicate\r\n\r\ndifferent methods and paradigms in social\r\n\r\npsychology with attitudes and persuasion\r\n\r\nstudies. The course aims to provide students\r\n\r\nwith a broad overview of methodologies as well\r\n\r\nas a deeper understanding of the important\r\n\r\nissues in attitudes research at the same time. For\r\n\r\nthe second half of the module, students will carry\r\n\r\nout group projects, applying their knowledge to\r\n\r\nconducting research. They will have hands-on\r\n\r\nexperiences at different research stages, from\r\n\r\nhow a research question is formulated,\r\n\r\noperationalized and investigated, to data\r\n\r\nanalysis, result presentation and writing-up.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-3-4-3","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and PL3235","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3283","ModuleTitle":"Lab in Developmental Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This lab module will give students a practical introduction to methods and techniques in developmental psychology. The exact age range and techniques targeted may vary from infancy to adolescence to the aged depending on the instructor and the availability of participants. The aim is to cover essential ethical, theoretical, methodological, and practical issues of importance when conducting research. Observational and experimental methods will be covered, and basic techniques and tools of developmental assessment will be introduced. Target students are single psychology majors, especially those who are also taking or intending to take theoretical courses in Developmental Psychology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-3-4-3","Prerequisite":"PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and PL3234","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nUROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nUROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4201","ModuleTitle":"Psychometrics and Psychological Testing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The course is designed for students to acquire important scientific knowledge and practical professional skills in the areas of psychometrics and psychological testing. Topics covered include paradigms in psychological testing and research, conceptual bases of test construction, principles of reliability, validation strategies, factor analyses, and test fairness analyses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"PL5223","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4205","ModuleTitle":"Developmental Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course concerns development in infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood. It reviews in depth important cognitive, social and emotional changes during these phases, the theories of development that document these changes and the rich variety of research methodology that track these changes. Students will get a genuine understanding of how current information on human development contribute to, modify or challenge extant theories of development and how far developmental psychology has progressed in the last 50 years.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3234, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3234, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4207","ModuleTitle":"Social Psychology: Theories and Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with contemporary social psychology. Topics include cognitive and learning perspectives in social psychology, quantitative methods in social psychology, attitudes and attitude change, attribution and social perception, altruism and aggression, sex roles, interpersonal attraction, social influence, leadership and power, intergroup relations, and cultural psychology. In discussing these topics, illustrations are given of how research programmes are conducted in social psychology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3235, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3235, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4221","ModuleTitle":"Early Language Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module explores topics on language development in infants and young children: these topics include speech perception, development of phonology, syntax and morphology, vocabulary development, and bilingual language development. We will examine theoretical issues and research methods in these areas. Through the series of seminars which make up this module, we will read and discuss journal articles, with particular attention to current research. Students may benefit from taking PL3234 (Developmental Psychology) before this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3234, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3234, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4223","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Clinical Neuropsychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces advanced students to the field of neuropsychology in the medical environment. The work of neuropsychologists in hospitals is discussed with clinical case examples. Students are familiarised with basic concepts of clinical practice, case formulation, and ethical principles in working with hospital patients. They are also provided with site visit opportunities to increase their appreciation for the work of the helping professions among people with neurological impairment and psychosocial dysfunction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4226","ModuleTitle":"Correctional Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to equip students with an understanding of criminal behaviour and the criminal justice agencies’ response to offending in the local settings. Students will be introduced to psychological theories of criminal behaviours, psychopathology associated with offending, offender assessments, offender programming, re-entry initiatives, professional practice and research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4228","ModuleTitle":"Criminal Forensic Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Criminal forensic psychology is the intersection between psychology and the criminal justice system, which involves the understanding of criminal law in the relevant jurisdictions in order to interact appropriately\r\nwith the legal professionals. The course will introduce students to the relevant sentencing and evidentiary\r\nissues, as well as the literature on the assessment andmanagement of violent and sexual offending\r\nbehaviours, amongst other problem behaviours. In addition, the course will explore areas relating to eyewitness testimony in children. Further, the association between personality disorders and offending behaviours, as well as the relevant assessment and management issues will be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), which should include PL3235 and PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), which should include PL3235 and PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4229","ModuleTitle":"Psychological Therapies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students to the main orientations of psychological therapy including psychodynamic psychotherapy, behavioural and cognitive therapies, and systemic therapies, amongst others. Theoretical underpinnings, specific therapeutic techniques, applications to particular psychiatric disorders or psychological problems, methods of evaluation, levels of empirical support, mechanisms of change, and ethical and professional issues will be covered. Seminars will include didactic teaching, class discussions, clinical case studies, selected articles, and where possible, video footage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4235","ModuleTitle":"The Psychology of Moral Judgments","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to the study of the origins, development, and cognitive processing of morality. The module will cover the history of moral psychology, and the shift from cognitive-developmentalist theories of reasoning-based morality to the current social intuitionist theory of intuition and emotion based morality. The course debates whether morality is innate, intuitive, emotion-driven, reasoned, learned, or a dual process. In doing so, we will explore infants’ and children’s moral development, moral emotions, morality through neuroscience, morality across culture and in politics, and moral dilemmas from philosophical thought experiments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), which should include PL3234 and PL3235, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), which should include PL3234 and PL3235, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"YSS4206A Topics in Psychology: Moral Judgements","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4237","ModuleTitle":"Evidence-Based Treatments for Trauma","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an overview of evidence- based treatments that are empirically supported as efficacious for treating trauma and stress-related disorders, including cognitive-behavioural therapies such as trauma-focused therapy, cognitive processing therapy, skills training in affective and interpersonal regulation, prolonged exposure, acceptance and commitment therapy, virtual reality, motivational interviewing among others, and body-focused treatments such as meditation and mindfulness. Theoretical underpinnings of stress-related disorders, application of specific therapeutic techniques for trauma treatment, methods of evaluation, empirical support for mechanisms of change, and ethical and cultural considerations will be covered. Seminars will include didactic presentations, video vignettes, and discussion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0.5-9","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132, PL3254 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132, PL3254 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4239","ModuleTitle":"Social Psychology of the Unconscious","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Conscious awareness is a prized possession of mankind. Lay people and philosophers alike ascribe sacred values to people’s capacity for conscious thoughts, reasoning, and behaviour. However, social psychology research demonstrates the powerful influence of the unconscious, mechanisms that occur without conscious awareness, on high-level mental processes. In this module, students will be exposed to an array of research revealing how the unconscious affects social perception, social behaviour, goal pursuit, and complexed decision making. Students will acquire a basic understanding of how the unconscious operates and appreciate the real-life implications of the unconscious in consumer behaviour, public opinion, and legal decisions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3235, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3235, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"PL4880I","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4240","ModuleTitle":"Emotion and Psychopathology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course will examine the history and current status of research on emotion especially in relation to psychopathology. The background philosophy and two different traditions stemming from Plato and Aristotle will be summarised. Modern day approaches will be considered, and dimensional versus categorical approaches will be reviewed with their implications for clinical practice. Approaches to normal versus abnormal emotions will be considered, with analysis of how the five basic emotions of anxiety, anger, disgust, sadness, and happiness provide a framework for understanding emotional disorders. Therapy that focuses on emotion experience, expression, and regulation will be reviewed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"PL4880N","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Each student selects a topic for research and works under the supervision of a member of the teaching staff. The research work is presented as a thesis for examination. The Honours Thesis carries an equivalent weight of three modules. Please register PL4401 manually with the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-37.5-0","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 60 MCs of PL major requirements, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 44 MCs of PL major requirements, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"PL4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in PL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in PL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in PL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"PL4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL4880F","ModuleTitle":"Addictive Behaviours","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to major contemporary perspectives on addictive behaviours. Topics to be covered include the aetiology, assessment, prevention, and treatment of substance-related and 'behavioral' (e.g., gambling, eating) addictions. Recent research and clinical advances in related areas such as behavioural genetics, dual diagnosis, contingency management, cognitive expectancy, and motivational enhancement will also be explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3236, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL4880R","ModuleTitle":"Issues in Adolescent Developmt","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will focus on developmental processes of adolescence, and will seek to further examine these processes in the context of Singapore and Asia. Specifically, themes such as parent-adolescent relations, educational experiences and processes, and various adolescent challenges would be explored in depth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3234, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: Completed 80 MCs of which student must have passed PL1101E, PL2131, PL2132 and 4 out of the 5 core modules (PL3232 - PL3236), in which one must be PL3234, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL5221","ModuleTitle":"ANALYSIS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL DATA USING GLM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module addresses the use of the general linear for the analysis of psychological data including multiple regression and various forms of analysis of variance. Among the topics that may be covered are correlation and multiple regression, randomized groups analysis of variance, repeated measures analysis of variance, and mixed models. Emphasis will be placed on the development of skills through hands-on data analysis and interpretation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"PL2101Y/PL2131 and PL2132 or consent of Instructor","Preclusion":"PL5102/PL6102","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL5221R","ModuleTitle":"Analysis of Psychological Data using GLM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"PL2101Y/PL2131 and PL2132 or consent of instructor","Preclusion":"PL5102/PL6102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL5304","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Developmental Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The module explores current research in developmental psychology and is relevant to students with research interests in this area. Current research and research methodology will be covered from selected topics in the areas of infant, child, and/or adolescent development. Contemporary issues, such as those relating to the ethics of research, may also be covered. Prior exposure to developmental psychology at the undergraduate level is strongly advised.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PL6205","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL5304R","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Developmental Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The module explores current research in developmental psychology and is relevant to students with research interests in this area. Current research and research methodology will be covered from selected topics in the areas of infant, child, and/or adolescent development. Contemporary issues, such as those relating to the ethics of research, may also be covered. Prior exposure to developmental psychology at the undergraduate level is strongly advised.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PL6205","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Psychology in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PL5220","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL6208","ModuleTitle":"Empirical Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The ability to conduct independent psychological research is a prerequisite for embarking on a doctoral dissertation. As such the module is aimed at advancing the research skills of doctoral students prior to their qualifying examinations. They will achieve this advancement by working on a research project under the close supervision of their doctoral supervisor. All doctoral students must take this\r\nmodule.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Admission to the NUS psychology PhD program","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PL6215","ModuleTitle":"SELECTED APPLICATIONS IN PSYCHOLOGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Various modules requiring applied expertise in the selected fields of psychology will be offered from time to time by visiting or local staff.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Consent of instructor","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PL6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Psychology in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PL6220, PL6220A, PL6220B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PL6770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded &quot;Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory&quot; on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5001","ModuleTitle":"PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with essential background in psychological and neuropsychological assessment. Students will be exposed to a variety of assessment techniques used for the collection of data in order to evaluate psychological functioning of an individual. They will learn about the application of these techniques to a wide range of clinical psychological problems. Students will become familiar with widely used clinical\r\nand neuropsychological tests, methods for evaluation of these tests and issues surrounding psychological assessment in professional settings. These include diagnostic decision making,\r\ntest administration and interpretation, and the integration of material derived from patient history with the mental state examination and other sources.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Admission to Clinical Psychology training programme","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5002","ModuleTitle":"Adult Psychopathology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module offers an advanced critical understanding of various theories of aetiology and maintenance of adult psychological problems. Students will also acquire an understanding in the appropriate use of diagnostic classification systems and critical appraisal of such systems. The module has a strong emphasis on linking theory to applied clinical practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Admission to Clinical Psychology training programme","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5004","ModuleTitle":"PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVENTION AND THERAPY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with fundamental skills that are the foundation of clinical psychological interventions, including\r\ninterviewing and counselling, basic interventions and theoretical concepts, processes and techniques which underlie cognitive-behaviour therapy. Students will begin to develop core\r\npractical skills in the use of these techniques for therapeutic management of a range of problems and disorders across settings. Content includes basic behavioural change strategies, brief intervention techniques, critical case analysis, assessment and case formulation, and cognitive behavioural therapeutic techniques. Students will also explore the role of the psychologist and the boundaries and responsibilities of this role\r\nin different cultural contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5005","ModuleTitle":"Child Psychopathology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module offers an advanced critical understanding of various theories of aetiology and maintenance of disorders of childhood and adolescence. Students will also acquire an understanding in the appropriate use of diagnostic classification systems and critical appraisal of such systems. The module has a strong emphasis on linking theory to applied clinical practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PLC5002 Introduction to Psychological Disorders","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5007","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Psychological Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides advanced training in empirically supported psychological therapies targeting third wave cognitive behavioural therapies (CBT) for various psychiatric and personality disorders. It builds on the training in therapeutic skills and techniques provided in module PLC5004 Psychological Intervention and Therapy and prepares students further for clinical practice. The emphasis on the training will include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Functional Analysis Psychotherapy (FAP) to treat more complex types of psychopathology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"PLC5011 (Clinical Placement 1) and PLC5004 (Psychological Intervention and Therapy)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5008","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH METHODS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This compulsory module provides an introduction to evidence-based practice and focuses on research skills for clinical psychologists. Students will acquire a solid grasp of the scientific and statistical methods relevant to psychology. There will be emphasis on skills and methods required for the completion of research proposals, the design of experiments, measurement decisions, survey approaches, sampling issues, practical management of research projects, and data analyses options.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1.5-0-0-1-2.5","Prerequisite":"Admission to Clinical Psychology training programme","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5010","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to help students prepare a scholarly report of their proposed applied research project submitted in PLC5009 Research Proposal. Under the supervision of a member of the faculty, students will make appropriate modifications to the planned design, complete data collection and analyses, and prepare draft reports. Students will also receive comments and feedback from other faculty, clinical supervisors and peer students. Students then present their completed research projects orally and submit the final draft of the report as a thesis of about 20,000 words in APA style for examination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"1-1-0-10-8","Prerequisite":"Research Proposal","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5011A","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Placement 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"PLC5004 (Psychological Intervention and Therapy), PLC5001 (Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5012B","ModuleTitle":"CLINICAL PLACEMENT 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides professional practice experience related to the theoretical foundations on clinical psychopathology covered in coursework modules. Students will undertake direct clinical experience either in a hospital or a community setting, under the close supervision of an experienced clinical psychologist. The focus of this second placement is on the gradual development of the clinical skills required for assessing, describing, diagnosing and treating adult and/or paediatric psychological disorder.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PLC5013C","ModuleTitle":"CLINICAL PLACEMENT 3","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"PSYCHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides professional practice experience related to the theoretical foundations of clinical psychopathology, assessment, diagnosis and intervention covered in coursework modules. Students will undertake an intensive block (40 days) of direct clinical experience either in a hospital or a community setting, under the supervision of an experienced clinical psychologist.  The focus of this third placement will be on the continued development of clinical skills in planning and carrying out intervention with psychiatric patients with minimal guidance. If considered appropriate by their supervising clinician, students may progress to independent management of clients by the end of the placement.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-0-0-250-70","Prerequisite":"PLC5012 (Clinical Placement 2); Pass on the Professional Competency Examination","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PM5000","ModuleTitle":"DISSERTATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"Objective - This graded module provides students with the opportunity to conduct independent research under the guidance of a supervisor. Students are required to submit a 10,000-word written dissertation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5103","ModuleTitle":"CONTRACT MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5106","ModuleTitle":"DESIGN MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"Objective - This module is designed to provide project managers with an appreciation of the role of design as well as the designer in projects. It covers the concept of design for value, integrated designs, the client's brief, design evaluation, and the impact of design on procurement and construction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5111","ModuleTitle":"SPECIAL TOPICS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"Objective - This module is designed to allow students to conduct independent studies on special topics in project management under the guidance of a team of staff members. Students are required to submit a 6,000-word report.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5112","ModuleTitle":"RESEARCH METHODS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5113","ModuleTitle":"Managing Projects using BIM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to provide project managers with an appreciation of the role of BIM as the project manager in projects. It covers the concept of BIM in design matters, contract and dispute management, and post contractual matters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5114","ModuleTitle":"Managing Complex Projects","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the management of complex projects. It covers the design and planning for beyond the project itself, the work package structure of such projects and issues related to the sourcing of suitably  experienced contractors, consultants, and other personnel, the impact of variations and consequential claims, and matters concerning termination, completion and handing over.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PM5116","ModuleTitle":"Project Finance Case Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"To provide an opportunity for students to study how project\nfinance plays an important role in a major development project by a review of relevant\ncase studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5010","ModuleTitle":"The LKY School Course","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The LKY School Course is a core module comprising a series of lectures on public policy innovations in Singapore and elsewhere, against a broad background of Asia's development trajectory. The module will provide students with broad appreciation of the philosophy and principles that inform governance and public policy. Notably, it will explore specific public policy innovations in Singapore, like housing and healthcare, and analyse thinking behind the formulation and implementations of such policies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"1.25-0-0-0-1","Prerequisite":"-","Preclusion":"-","Corequisite":"-"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5110A","ModuleTitle":"POLICY ANALYSIS EXERCISE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"POLICY ANALYSIS EXERCISE","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5149","ModuleTitle":"Big Data, Official Statistics, and Public Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Empirical evidence is key to sound public policy formulatiom, monitoring, and evaluation. Official statistics, as trusted, organized information, have served this\r\npurpose for centuries; their production is institutionalized and governed by internationally-agreed ethics and practices. Unstructured information, including Big Data and Geoinformation, has emerged recently, offering public policy new empirical basis for making decisions. This has been described as ‘Data Revolution’ by international organizations. This course is designed for practitioners in the field of public policy to gain an indepth understanding of the design and intricacies of structured information (official statistics) and unstructured information such as Big Data and Geoinformation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5164","ModuleTitle":"International Conflict Analysis and Resolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"We are all aware of the disruptive impacts of violence and conflict over the security, economic, and social wellbeing of our increasingly interconnected societies. In a time when conflicts are becoming more complex, a better understanding of their dynamics and of the peaceful means to address them is a paramount necessity for future leaders and policy makers. This course offers an opportunity to develop analytical skills to understand today’s conflicts and to learn key tools of conflict resolution.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5168","ModuleTitle":"Public Service Leadership","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module will help students to understand the concepts and practice of leadership and develop a better knowledge of public service. Students will be exposed to insights and best practices, with emphasis on the public service and\nlearn the skills to develop into a capable leader. Students will learn to lead, anticipate the future, make decisions, know their bias, build teams, motivate, communicate, understand the public interest and become better leaders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5178","ModuleTitle":"Leadership and Decision-making Skills","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module is intended to examine the leadership and decision-making skills relevant to public policy formulation and implementation.\r\nIt will be structured into 3 segments, namely:\r\n(a) the role and nature of leadership to public policy success;\r\n(b) the range of decision-making tools used in environmental analysis and the identification of the strategic objectives and policies, and\r\n(c) the role of behavioural economic insights and cognitive biases that public sector managers have to take into account in the choice and implementation of public policies.\r\nThe approach will be multi-disciplinary, and Singapore’s experience will be used to illustrate the application of general analytical tools and approaches to public policy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5180","ModuleTitle":"Trade Policy and Global Value Chains","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The course links trade policy to global value chains\n(GVCs), which are the driving forces of 21st-century\ninternational trade. The first part addresses specific issues\nin trade policy, such as trade in goods and services,\nforeign direct investment, intellectual property rights, trade\nand standards, free trade agreements (FTAs), and the\nWTO. The second part focuses on GVCs. First it covers\nGVCs from economic and business perspectives, and\nexamines how they work sectorally and geographically.\nThen it links GVCs to trade policy – at the national and\nsub-national levels, and how GVCs are covered in FTAs\nand the WTO.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5181","ModuleTitle":"State Fragility and Peacemaking","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Fragile and failed states pose unique problems to\nthe international community. From the 1990s, wars\nin and among failed states have killed and displaced\nmillions. In an increasingly interconnected world,\ninternal insecurity fundamentally undermines\ninternational security.\nThis module focuses on understanding the main\ndrivers of state fragility and the impact on global\nsecurity. In understanding the root causes and\nconsequences of state fragility, students will work\nthrough appropriate and practical policy responses.\nThe module draws on contemporary case studies of\ncontested states and explores the issues through\nthe lenses of political science, international\nrelations, history, geography, sociology and public\npolicy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"This module is open to upper-level NUS\nundergraduates. If so, undergraduates should\nsufficient background in political science and\ninternational relations – for example they are single\nor double major in political science/IR or have a\ndeclared minor in political science/IR. If the students\nare from a liberal arts background, such as from\nYale-NUS, they should have a declared major in\nGlobal Affairs or Politics, Philosophy and\nEconomics.\nFor graduate students, students registering for this\nmodule should ideally have an undergraduate\ndegree in government, political science,\ninternational relations or Law. If the undergraduate\ndegree is general, they should have a declared\nundergraduate major/minor in government, political\nscience and/or international relations or have ac\nbasic background in political science or IR.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5184","ModuleTitle":"Communications for Public Leadership","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Public policy is not just made. It must also be explained. To\nbe effective in positions of authority, public leaders should\nbe able not just to analyse policy, but to talk and write\nabout it as well — to communicate succinctly and\npersuasively, to frame issues, and to grapple with the\nworlds of ideas and perceptions, all taking place within a\nfast-moving digital media environment.\nThis course is designed to help future leaders improve their\nability to speak and write in challenging situations, from\nwinning over hostile audiences to giving TED-style talks\nand writing punchy op-eds suitable for publication in global\nmedia outlets. Having taken it, students will emerge with a\ndeeper understanding of differing styles of communication\nin public life — and the ability to begin to develop their own.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5188","ModuleTitle":"Social Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This is a course for changemakers – those committed to addressing world issues, interested in learning tools and concepts to maximize positive impact with limited resources by focusing on value creation. The course helps students get familiarized with social entrepreneurship concepts and practices, and build awareness of their multiple applications in the public and the private sectors. Topics include: problem and solution identification, business model innovation, piloting, impact assessment, scaling impact, funding, pitching, social entrepreneurship ecosystems and public policies. This is an applied course: students will choose a real-world social venture project and work on it in teams during the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5191","ModuleTitle":"Public Administration, Technology and Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Understanding the interplay of Public Administration, Technology and Innovation is the object of this course, and its aim is to stay at the “top of the game” and therefore to be capable of dealing with this key aspect of the public\r\nsphere today. What is the relationship between PA and Technology – which drives the other, what are the motives and interests involved, does cultural context matter, are there any choices, and is the specific PA model relevant?\r\nShould the bureaucracy innovate itself or promote business innovation? And should the focus be on the future or on the present?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5196","ModuleTitle":"Education Economics and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Education is one of the most fundamental areas of policy, as education impacts many aspects of life and society. This module uses the theoretical and empirical tools of economics to study education \nand education policy. Major topics include the monetary and non-monetary benefits of education; educational inequality with respect to gender, race/ethnicity, and socioeconomic status; and policy issues such as compulsory schooling, girl-friendly schools, and school choice. Examples are drawn internationally.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"N/A","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5197","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Competence","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The abiding opportunity of our globalized, multicultural world is to take advantage of cultural diversity. As individuals, we have to learn to live and work in multicultural settings. Our institutions need to learn how to deal with cultural diversity. As we learn and innovate, we have to understand how to take what seems to work in one culture and think about how to apply it in our own cultural setting. Finally, we need to understand cultural change, including how to shape or resist it. The course draws from many disciplines and uses examples from Asia and around the world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5198","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Political Leadership and Economic Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course seeks to explore the role of political leadership in economic policy and performance. It starts with a discussion of politics at the central level and introduces the merits and problems in the Chinese economic context. Students will be exposed to two major debates about control mechanisms in managing central-local relations: fiscal decentralization and promotion tournament. They will critically engage these two theories by examining some recent empirical works. This course concludes with four important issues facing today’s Chinese economy: urbanization, pollution, financial policy and corruption. Students will gain insights about policies that are crucial to China’s future growth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-1.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5203","ModuleTitle":"Behavioral Economics and Public Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Traditional economics, which is one of the key theoretical cornerstones of public policy, typically assumes that human behavior is rational, preferences are stable, and\r\nindividuals are smart and unemotional. However, human behavior often deviates from standard assumptions due to psychological and social factors; analysis based on\r\ntraditional economics can therefore misinform policies and lead to detrimental consequences. This course discusses behavioral regularities that are of potential importance for public policy. Students will be exposed to behavioral economic theory and its applications to public policy in the areas of savings, investment, healthcare, climate change, taxation, labor supply, and monetary policy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"PP5101 Economics and Public Policy I, or\r\nPP5301 Economic Reasoning and Policy, or\r\nPP5501 Economic Applications for Public Organisations","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5212","ModuleTitle":"Financial Issues, Trade and Investment in Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course is an introduction to selected aspects of Asian economic development and the region's interactions with the rest of the world. It will focus on developing simple analytical tools to understand key trends and macroeconomic, financial and trade policy issues that confront Asia in the world economy. Topics covered include sources of growth in the Newly Industrializing Economies (NIEs) in East Asia, the rise of China and India and their impact on the global trading system, foreign direct investment to Asia, currency crisis in Asia, Asia in the global\r\nfinancial system, and issues relating to Asian economic regionalism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Need to have completed PP5101 Economics and Public Policy I, PP5102 Economics and Public Policy II and basic statistics.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5215","ModuleTitle":"Changes in Singapore Political Economy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course is an overview of opportunities taken and the strengths obtained in the changes of the political economy of Singapore. It will cover Singapore from an East India Company settlement to its status as a Straits Settlement colony and then as a colony by itself, full internal self-government, merger with Malaysia and now an independent republic. Topics covered include how the political economy of Singapore coped with changes in the region, new commodities in the hinterland, population movements, global ideology, national aspirations, international finance, multinational corporations and economic volatility.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC2373/SSA2220","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5216","ModuleTitle":"Economic Growth in Developing Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The module provides a comprehensive view with rigorous comparative analyses that are essential for understanding the dynamics of economic growth in developing Asia.\r\n\r\nThe module also introduces to students concepts and analytical frameworks that enhance their competence in policy analysis for the issues related to economic growth and competitiveness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Introductory courses on microeconomics and macroeconomics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5224","ModuleTitle":"Value- Focused Negotiations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course explores systematic ways to negotiate with a focus on value. It aims to help students increase awareness of the negotiation process as well as their own assumptions and behaviours, and to improve negotiation and influencing skills and results by developing systematic approaches to prepare and conduct negotiations. This is an experiential course, where students will engage in negotiation exercises, role plays and discussions. Other sources of learning include lectures, readings, videos and journals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5267","ModuleTitle":"URBAN TRANSPORT POLICY: A GLOBAL VIEW","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5269","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Economics and Public Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5287","ModuleTitle":"Leadership and Teamwork","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5298","ModuleTitle":"Singapore's Development Experience","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a survey of Singapore’s practices in public management and policy development from a comparative perspective. We will focus on innovations in public sector governance as main contributing factors for\r\nSingapore’s strong economic growth in the last four decades, and discuss underlying principles and rationale for these innovations. The course consists of two parts. The first part of the course introduces to students key elements of public\r\nsector governance in Singapore, including governance structure, civil servant system, policy development, policy implementation, and financial management. The second part of the course examines Singapore’s experience in policy development and implementation in selected sectors such as health care, housing, water supply, land transport, industrial development, information technology and telecommunication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5301","ModuleTitle":"ECONOMIC REASONING AND POLICY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5303","ModuleTitle":"PUBLIC MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5308","ModuleTitle":"FRAMEWORKS FOR POLICY ANALYSIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5313","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Public Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This half semester module provides students with\ninsights on current hot topic issues of the day\nrelevant to senior officials in public service.\nStudents will have an opportunity to discuss and\ndebate these issues with experts in the field.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5402","ModuleTitle":"Policy Process and Institutions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The module is about approaches, institutions and processes in public policy. Specifically, it examines: definition and approaches to the analysis and practice of public policy; the politicaleconomic context of public policy; and the process of framing, making, and evaluating public policy. The objective is to build students’ capability to conceptualise policy problems, devise strategies for addressing them, and comprehend policy documents.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5403","ModuleTitle":"Economic Foundations for Public Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The main objective of this module is to understand foundational economics concepts and principles and their application to public policy. The module is organized in six parts: Part 1 The basic demand and supply framework of microeconomic analyses; Part 2, market demand to gain insights into decisions made by consumers; Part 3, how market inefficiencies can arise, the special characteristics of public goods, and the incidental benefits and costs of an economic activity; Parts 4 and 5 focus on firm behaviour and market structures; and Part 6, basic macroeconomic concepts and goals. Throughout the course, the focus of study will be on the policy interventions that would lead to more efficient resource allocation outcomes and improved welfare of society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5405","ModuleTitle":"Public Administration and Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This MPP core module course covers the key\nfoundational topics of public administration and\npolitics, such as the role of government; public and\nprivate sector relations and dynamics; politicaladministrative\nrelations; collaboration and networks;\nperformance management; stakeholder\nmanagement; and values, ethics, and anti-corruption\nstrategies. It will provide students with knowledge,\ntools, and best practices of thinking about these\nadministrative, political and managerial problems\nnecessary to effectively continue their studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"PP5402 Policy Process and Institutions","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5406","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Research Methods for Public Policy 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"To train students to be competent users and\nproducers of quantitative evidence for policy analysis,\nthis module will equip students with foundational\nquantitative analytic skills. The focus is on basic\nconcepts of multiple regression analysis and its\napplications to real-world policy problems.\nExercises through textbook examples, case studies,\nand group projects will enable students to identify the\nstrengths and weaknesses of the method.\nPP5407, provided in sequence in the second\nsemester, will provide students with more in-depth\nknowledge and skills required to understand and\nconduct policy evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5703","ModuleTitle":"Public Finance and Budgeting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of this module are to understand the basic principles and logic of government fiscal activities and government budgets. This module helps MPAM students become familiar with analytical approaches for resource allocation and decision evaluations in the public sector. Major topics covered include rationale for public sector; options for financing government expenditure; taxation policy; expenditure policy; fiscal decentralisation; privatization; role of cost recovery and user charges; budgeting systems and techniques; capital budgeting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5704","ModuleTitle":"Policy Analysis and Programme Evaluation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Government officials are frequently confronted with decisions about whether or not to initiate, continue, modify, or terminate policies or programmes, and the skills in policy analysis and programme evaluation are essential for them to make intelligent choices. This module introduces the key concepts and tools in the professional\r\npractices of policy analysis and programme evaluation in the public sector. Main topics covered in the module are process of policy analysis, market failures, government failures, information structuring, data collection methods, decision matrices, cost-benefit analysis, and programme evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5711","ModuleTitle":"Urban Development and Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course examines the development of urban areas and the public policies that lead to rational and effective urban structures and institutions. The course begins with an examination of the theories and principles that explain the existence of regions and cities. These principles will then be used to establish criteria for evaluating urban policies and to look at several urban problems. Substantive areas which will be explored in the course include land use, housing, transportation, economic development, the environment, urban public finance, and intergovernmental organisations/institutions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5714","ModuleTitle":"International Financial Policy and Issues","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The course is aimed at providing the basic tools for analyzing a range of important internation alfinancial and macroeconomic policy issues. The course will cover balance of payments and exchange rate determination, the informational efficiency of the foreign exchange market, monetary and fiscal policies under alternative exchange rate regimes, currency volatility and crises, optimal currency areas, the choice of exchange rate regimes, external debt issues, and the behavior of international capital flows. In the process, the course will also review the broad evolution of the international\r\nmonetary system since the second half of the nineteenth century focusing on the nature of the international adjustment process under alternative exchange rate regimes, the Bretton Woods System of pegged but adjustable exchange rates, and the current period of generalized but differentiated floating (Bretton Woods II or Inflation Targeting Plus?). The course will also address a number of topical policy issues including the possible forms and rationales for the ongoing efforts to strengthen\r\nfinancial and monetary cooperation in Asia as well as the role the region is playing in financing global current account imbalances through massive reserve accumulation. Unlike discipline-oriented courses that focus mostly on analytical issues, this course will consider real world policy issues with particular attention to Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5718","ModuleTitle":"Policymaking in China: Structure and Process","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed for students who desire to have in-depth knowledge about China’s policymaking structure and process.  The course will examine how the policymaking process is structured, what are the internal dynamics, and how they impact on policy outcomes, given the China’s political system. The aim is to provide students with a clear understanding that policymaking in China, as in the other politics, is essentially a process of compromise making, in which the actors (policy makers) make decisions according to not just their interests but also their structural positions and the procedures they have to follow in policymaking","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5722","ModuleTitle":"Strategic Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The public sector is under increasing pressure to improve outcomes and increase outputs of their organizations, while simultaneously improving efficiencies and effectiveness. To meet these challenges, public sector organizations must revisit their strategic management processes and measurement systems. While many strategic management frameworks have been developed for the private sector, the same is relatively scarce for the public sector organizations. The major topics of this module include: contemporary strategic management frameworks, appropriate measures for public sector organizations, strategic implementation tools, case studies of public organizations who are Singapore Quality Award winners, etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"6-0-0-6-8","Prerequisite":"Basic management and economics knowledge","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP5723","ModuleTitle":"Political Economy of Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"High economic growth in Asia, led mainly by China, in the last three decades was a spectacular phenomenon. Both Hong Kong and Taiwan have contributed to and benefitted from China’s growth. Singapore has deepened economic relationship with China since China’s opening up in the 1980s.Its successful projects such as Suzhou Industrial Park, Tianjin Ecological City and Guangzhou Knowledge City\r\ndemonstrate the joint developmental potential between the two countries. Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore have had different historical experiences, and formed different social and political systems. Their socioeconomic elements, which are the products of the various systems, have been useful and have contributed to China’s phenomenal economic expansion in recent years.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-6-7","Prerequisite":"Basic economics and political science","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5801","ModuleTitle":"Economic Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Modern public policy experts need a solid grounding in economics to be able to craft policies that take into account the economic factors that affect nearly all aspects of policy making. The first half of this course introduces the principles of microeconomics and applications are introduced via cases on externalities, taxation and public goods, regulation and competition policy, and trade policy. The second half deals with the tools of macroeconomic policy. Topics include macroeconomic indicators, exchange rate determination, inflation, policies for economic growth and stabilization. Cases cover topical issues such as current account imbalances, exchange rate dynamics, and financial crises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5804","ModuleTitle":"Governance Study Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The Governance Study Project (GSP) is a year-long team- based project. Consisting of a study trip at the end of the first semester, a seminar, and a final conference the end of the special term, the GSP connects the beginning to the end of the degree programme, requiring students to put to use the knowledge and skills learnt in each module. Through projects that are real public problems, students will acquire skills related to analysis of complex managerial\r\nproblems, basic research, and writing and other presentational modes. The  GSP also aims to develop team building and a strong sense of cohort.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-0-0-5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5901","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to International Relations Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the three main streams of IR theory: realism, liberalism, and constructivism. In particular we will explore theories of the balance of power, the balance of threat, the rise and decline of great powers, hegemony, cooperation theory, the role of international institutions in global governance, and the structures and relations of identity between and among states and societies. Major contemporary issues that will be addressed include the relations between China and the United States; the global political economy, including trade and development, and the prospects for global cooperation on issues such as climate change.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5902","ModuleTitle":"INTERNATIONAL SECURITY - CONCEPTS, ISSUES & POLICIES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5903","ModuleTitle":"International Political Economy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The course brings together politics, economics and international relations on issues relevant to the global economy. It is divided into three parts: 1) IPE theory; 2) history of the world economy, focusing on the post-1945 era; 3) modern policy. Policy issues covered are in macroeconomics and finance, trade and investment, and energy and environment. Major regions of the world economy are covered, as are the key actors – governments, international governmental organisations, business and NGOs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP5904","ModuleTitle":"Research Methods in International Affairs","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to provide a graduate-level introduction to the main methods—qualitative and quantitative—commonly used in the analysis of international affairs. What is a good question and how do we go about assessing the answers given in the field of international relations? What\nare some of the most important methods or strategies of inquiry used by students of international studies to support or demonstrate their claims? These are the main questions addressed by module. The aim is to introduce you to some of the key methods of the field, encourage you to think critically about them, and where appropriate, apply them in your research and writing.\n\nEach session will consist of three segments. It will begin with a lecture by one or both the instructors. The lecture will be followed by a question and answer period, where students are encouraged to respond to the issues raised by the lecture and readings. The third segment will be devoted to group exercises or presentations that will allow students to apply and/or critically engage the methods and methodological issues raised by the lecture/discussion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-1.5-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PP6704","ModuleTitle":"The Economics of Public Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide economic perspectives on selected features of economic systems, and on design, implementation, and outcomes of various public policy issues. The first part of the course covers broad areas\r\nsuch as the nature of market systems and capitalism, the economic boundaries of the State, and economics of globalization. The second part of the module focuses on selected public policy themes (such as, inequalities) and issues such as social security, health, education, state enterprise reform, taxes and subsidies, and environment. The module emphasizes that while economic principles are universal, their application must be contextual and capability-driven.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"PP5101: Economics and Public Policy I","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PP6707","ModuleTitle":"Qualitative Methods for Public Policy Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of the course is to enable students to develop\nadvanced skills in designing and implementing qualitative\nand mixed research methods for public policy research.\nUpon completion, students should 1) be able to\ndifferentiate the various ontological and epistemological\napproaches to qualitative research; 2) have an in-depth\nknowledge of qualitative research designs for descriptive,\nexploratory and explanatory research, along with their\npotentials and limitations; 3) be able to put together a\nresearch proposal on a given research topic in their\nchosen fields; and 4) gain practical experience in applying\ntechniques of qualitative analysis using computer software.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PP6708","ModuleTitle":"Research Design in Public Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","Department":"LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This is the first and introductory of a three-module series on\nresearch methods that is required for all first-year PhD\nstudents in Public Policy. The purposes of the module are to\nintroduce to students key concepts in research methods,\nand to help them to develop skills in the design of empirical\nresearch used in the analysis of policy problems. The aim is\nthat students are able to apply various research designs in\nconducting rigorous policy research in their chosen fields, as\nwell as develop the ability to critically evaluate policy\nresearch outputs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR1110","ModuleTitle":"Foundations for Medicinal Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module studies the fundamental physical & chemical principles that are important to the design and development of drugs.\r\n\r\nThe major topics to be covered include: molecular properties, intermolecular forces, acidity & basicity, stereochemistry, tautomerism, mechanisms of action, biotransformation and some basics on UV-vis and IR.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1.5-3-0-3.5","Prerequisite":"H2 Chemistry or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR1111","ModuleTitle":"Pharmaceutical biochemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed to provide fundamental biochemistry knowledge which is important and relevant for pharmacy students to relate the knowledge to drug discovery and development. The module will emphasise the relevance and application of biochemistry in pharmaceutical and pharmacy practices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-3-1-2.5","Prerequisite":"H2 Chemistry or equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR1140","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Professional Skills Development I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This is a foundation module for the development of Pharmacy Professional Skills. An overview of the pharmacy profession, the concept of pharmaceutical care, the healthcare system and the pharmaceutical industry in Singapore will be provided. Skills that students are expected to acquire at the end of the module include basic pharmaceutical compounding skills as well as\r\npharmaceutical calculations for the preparation of different dosage forms encountered in pharmacy practice. This module has a strong emphasis on e-learning.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-0-3-1.5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR1142","ModuleTitle":"Pharmaceutical Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comprehensive understanding on the basic principles and applications of statistics in the pharmaceutical setting. The major topics to be covered include: basic statistics; graphical methods; probability distributions; estimation and sample size determination; testing of means; Anova; categorical data analysis; correlation; regression; non-parametric tests. This module covers information and uses practical examples that are relevant to the various stages of drug development, ranging from pre-clinical and clinical development to post-market surveillance, consumer health, and health services research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-3-1-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR1301","ModuleTitle":"Complementary Medicine and Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"At the end of the course, the student will be equipped with a breadth of knowledge to have a basic understanding and appreciation of various complementary medicine, as well as how to achieve and maintain good health.  The knowledge brings about an open mind for critical thinking and further independent learning and inquiry, to discern facts from hearsay.  Life long learning is emphasized.  Major Topics:  Introduction to complementary medicine.  Basic principles, concepts and uses of Homeopathy, Aromatherapy, Herbal medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (including acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"GEK1507","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR2114","ModuleTitle":"Formulation & Technology I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module studies the fundamental physical chemical principles which are important to the design and development of pharmaceutical formulations. The major topics to be covered include: phase diagrams; solutions; buffers & isotonicity; partition, diffusion & mass transfer; solubility & dissolution; reaction kinetics & drug product stability; physical properties of solids (crystallinity, polymorphism); interfacial phenomenon; colloidal systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-3-1-2.5","Prerequisite":"Pass in A-level H2 Chem or the equivalent","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR2131","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Professional Skills Development II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This pharmacy professional skills development module is a lab based module on the elements of interpersonal and professional communication that is required of a pharmacist to communicate proficiently in addressing and\r\npromoting the public's health care needs. A series of class sessions may utilize interactive discussions and roleplaying scenarios to teach and develop effective oral and interpersonal skills for the purpose of professional pharmacy practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-3-1-2","Prerequisite":"PR1140","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR2133","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacotherapeutics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This is a team-taught module that aims to prepare pharmacy students in the management of noncommunicable diseases through the intergration of pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics. Major topics include: asthma, COPD, peptic ulcer disease, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"6-2-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"PA1113,  PR1111","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"PX2108"},{"ModuleCode":"PR2202","ModuleTitle":"Cosmetics & Perfumes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Learning objectives: To understand the development, usefulness, classification, composition and application of cosmetics and perfumes. To gain pertinent information for the selection and evaluation of these items. To acquire an overview of the marketing and regulatory aspects of the global industry for these products. Major topics: History of cosmetics and perfumes. Formulation, manufacture and use of perfumes. Biology of the skin, cosmetic preparations, consumer information and precautions.  Regulatory and industrial aspects of these products.\n\n\n\nTarget students: All students outside the Faculty of Science. Science and Pharmacy students may read it as an elective\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-4-2.5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR2288","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Pharmacy I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Please see section 4.4.3.  Target students: Pharmacy Year Two or Year Three and Science","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"PR1110 and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR2289","ModuleTitle":"Basic UROPS in Pharmacy II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Please see section 4.4.3.  Target students: Pharmacy Year Two or Year Three and Science","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"PR1110 and Departmental Approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3116","ModuleTitle":"Concepts in Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides pharmacy students with a comprehensive foundation of the concepts of pharmacokinetics and biopharmaceutics. The application\r\nof these concepts are important in clinical pharmacy and the drug discovery and development process. Major topics include: basic principles, concepts and processes of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion, kinetics\r\nof drugs following intravascular and extravascular modes of administration, design of appropriate dosage regimens, and application of pharmacokinetic concepts in clinical pharmacy practice and drug design and development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0.5-3-0-2.5","Prerequisite":"PA1113","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3117","ModuleTitle":"Formulation & Technology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module gives an insight into various liquid, semi-solid and solid dosage forms. The fundamental knowledge of the properties, formulation, manufacture, quality control and applications of these dosage forms will be discussed.  The behaviour of materials and unit operations employed in the manufacture of the various dosage forms will also be emphasised.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0.5-3-1-1.5","Prerequisite":"PR2114","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3122","ModuleTitle":"Self Care II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to prepare pharmacy students in integrating and recommending appropriate non-prescription products and non-pharmacological therapies to patients in pharmacy practice settings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-4-0-2","Prerequisite":"PR2134","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3123","ModuleTitle":"Formulation &Technology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the concept and importance of sterilization techniques and their application to pharmaceutical products and devices.\nThe major topics to be covered include:\n¿ principles of sterilization and sterilization techniques;\n¿ range of materials and products required to be sterile, formulation and preparation of selected pharmaceutical products;\n¿ sterile requirements in nanoformulations;\n¿ concepts and considerations in preparing sterile biological products, viral removal and viral inactivation strategies, validation of viral inactivation processes; aseptic manufacturing (Self-directed study).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0.5-3-1-1.5","Prerequisite":"PR1120\nPR2114","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3124","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacotherapeutics III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This is a team-taught module that teaches student on the pharmacology of a broad spectrum of antimicrobial agents and the use of these agents in the pharmacotherapeutic management of commonly encountered infectious disease conditions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1.5-0-0-5.5","Prerequisite":"PR1120 \nPR2133","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3146","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Law in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"The Pharmacy Law in Singapore module teaches pharmacy undergraduates about the legal and ethical aspects affecting the practice of pharmacy. It covers two areas in particular – firstly, the regulation of pharmacists and the pharmacy profession according to the Pharmacists Registration Act and the Pharmacists’ Code of Ethics, and secondly, the regulation of medical and health-related products commonly handled by pharmacists.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-2-2-0-2","Prerequisite":"PR1140","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3202","ModuleTitle":"Community Health & Preventative Care","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This elective module aims to equip students with knowledge, skills and attitudes to support contemporary development and delivery of community health services, meeting the evolving needs of the Singapore population. Students will learn to build on their prior knowledge on non-prescription medications and non-pharmacological measures, so that they can counsel and guide patients on the appropriate options for self-care management and preventive care.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-1-0-0-5","Prerequisite":"PR2134","Preclusion":"PR3122","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PR3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Pharmacy I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Please see section 4.4.3.  Target students: Pharmacy Year Three and Science","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"By permission or PR2288 or PR2289","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Pharmacy II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Please see section 4.4.3.  Target students: Pharmacy Year Three and Science","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"By permission or PR2288 or PR2289","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR4138","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Professional Skills Development IV","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover contemporary drug information skill and medication therapy management, with focus on geriatric medicine, hormones and contraception, travel medicines, weight managements, complementary medicines/herbal products, and the regulation of pharmaceutical products in Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1-0-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"PR3137 \nPR3136 \nPR3146 \nPR2134","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR4196","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Research Project and Scientific Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to nurture the passion of final year Pharmacy students for inquiry and knowledge creation through fostering their intellectual rigor in tackling research questions related to pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences, and developing their academic communication skills. It also aims to not only provide hands-on research experience gained through project work, but also to develop students’ higher order thinking skills, such as the critical evaluation of information, as well as hone students’ written and oral academic communication skills in the context of pharmaceutical sciences and practice. Students will carry out their projects under the supervision of Pharmacy academic staff, and will attend seminars/ tutorials offered by the Centre for English Language Communication (CELC) that aim to equip them with knowledge and skills for successful research communication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-4-0-18-18","Prerequisite":"Completion of Pharmacy Year 3 requirement and subject to departmental approval. Students who are required to read ES1000 Basic English and/or ES1102/ES1103 English for Academic Purposes must pass these modules.","Preclusion":"Students from non-Pharmacy majors, PR4199","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PR4197","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Internship I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"The 12 week programme provides an opportunity for pharmacy undergraduates to undertake experiential learning in work environments and situations of different pharmacy practice sectors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"PR2134, PR2133, PR2135 and PR3146","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR4198","ModuleTitle":"Pharmacy Internship II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"The 12 week programme provides an opportunity for\r\npharmacy undergraduates to undertake experiential\r\nlearning in work environments and situations of different\r\npharmacy practice sectors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"PR2134, PR2133, PR2135 and PR3146","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR4205","ModuleTitle":"Bioorganic Principles of Medicinal Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Learning objectives: To learn the different approaches in the design of drugs that are capable of interacting specifically with enzymes, DNA and other cellular targets.  Major topics: A mechanistic, chemical and biochemical approach to medicinal chemistry, emphasizing enzymatic and macromolecular targets of drug action. Peptide, peptidomimetics and oligonucleotides.  Target students: Pharmacy Final Year and Applied Chemistry (Drug Option)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-2-1-4","Prerequisite":"Pass in PR2115 OR by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5131","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED PHARMACOTHERAPY II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Learning objectives: This module is aimed at having students gain a fundamental understanding of the diagnosis and therapeutic management of cardiovascular disorders and endocrine related disorders, and an understanding of the principles of emergency medicine.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the PharmD programme or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5132","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED PHARMACOTHERAPY III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at having students gain a fundamental understanding of the diagnosis and therapeutic management of haematologic, oncologic and immunologic disorders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the PharmD programme or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5134","ModuleTitle":"Physical Assessment in Pharmacy Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"The physical assessment portion of the course is a “hands-on” course designed to familiarize the student with basic physical examination techniques. The course will emphasize those examination techniques utilized in the community setting and ambulatory clinic (e.g., blood pressure, diabetic foot exam) as well as in the acute care setting (e.g., cardiac and respiratory exams). The diagnostic test portion of the course is to introduce the tools that are used in the clinical settings for diagnoses of diseases and medical conditions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1.5-0-1.5-3-4","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the PharmD programme or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5135","ModuleTitle":"FOUNDATIONS IN ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at having students acquire effective drug information retrieval skills, literature evaluation skills and gaining a basic understanding of common biostatistical and study design principles.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the PharmD programme or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5136","ModuleTitle":"PHARMD SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module includes presentations by graduate students, faculty members, and guest speakers. Students make an oral presentation on a preselected topic agreed upon by the instructor. The ability to create and deliver a lecture or seminar is fundamental to PharmD student and future practitioners. Topics include those related to research, clinical and pharmacy practice. Issues dealing with complex drug therapy decision-making will be explored using case presentations and current literature. Requires active student participation in resolution of therapeutic controversies. This module is intended to improve the student’s ability to make in-class presentations and to become effective preceptors to pre-registration pharmacists and residents.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"1.5-0-0-1-2.5","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the PharmD programme or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5150","ModuleTitle":"Ambulatory Care Clerkship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This is a 5-week full time clinical clerkship. Students will integrate their knowledge of therapeutics and pathophysiology to effectively provide pharmaceutical care in an ambulatory patient care environment while a licensed preceptor supervises them. Their activities will include: evaluate, assess and monitor pharmacotherapy of acute and chronic diseases in addition to providing drug information to patients and health care professionals. This is a compulsory clerkship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5151","ModuleTitle":"Acute Care Medicine Clerkship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This 5-week, full-time clinical clerkship is designed to develop the student’s clinical knowledge and skills in the area of acute care medicine. Students will be able to apply this knowledge to the management of patients with a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions. This is a compulsory clerkship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5152","ModuleTitle":"Adult General Medicine Clerkship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This 5-week, full-time clinical clerkship is designed to develop the student’s clinical knowledge and skills in the area of adult general medicine. Students will be able to apply this knowledge to the management of patients with a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions. This is a compulsory clerkship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5153","ModuleTitle":"Critical Care Clerkship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Critical care clerkship is a 5-week full time clerkship that is designed to train students to practice pharmaceutical care in a critical care setting. The aims are to provide patient care services to patients in a critical care area, to effectively communicate with patients and/or their caregivers and to be an effective member of the critical care team. This is a compulsory clerkship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5154","ModuleTitle":"Drug Information Clerkship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This 5-week, full-time clerkship is designed to develop the student’s knowledge and skills in the area of drug information. After this five weeks clerkship, students should be able to retrieve, analyze, and communicate appropriate information on medications and healthcare issues to physicians, patients, nurses, pharmacists and other health professionals. This is a compulsory clerkship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5211","ModuleTitle":"PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS IV","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"Learning objectives? To learn advanced NMR techniques: 2D-NMR and its applications to peptides, proteins and drug design; magnetic resonance spectroscopy and magnetic resonance imaging and their biomedical applications.  To understand the basic principles of fluorescence and its applications to peptides, proteins and their interactions.  To understand the basic principles and pharmaceutical and biomedical applications of tendem techniques.  Major topics? This is course is designed for those interested in advanced methods of pharmaceutical analysis and structural elucidation.  The principles, pharmaceutical and biomedical applications of the following methods will be discussed: principles of 2-dimensional NMR, analysis of 2D NMR spectra.  3D structure elucidation from 2D NMR.  NMR of peptides and proteins.  Structure elucidation of peptides and proteins.  NMR in drug design.  Principles of fluorescence spectroscopy.  Fluorescence anisotropy, polarization.  Application of fluorescence techniques in protein ligand interactions, fluorescence sensors, molecular biology applications and fluorescence imaging.  Circular Dichroism.  Principles and applications of magnetic resonance spectroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging and tandem techniques.  The principles and biomedical applications of MRS and MRI as well as pharmaceutical and biomedical applications of tandem techniques will be covered.  Combination of lectures, self-learning and problem-based learning.  Target Students? Postgraduate with permission.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"PR2104 or PR4203 or by special permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5217","ModuleTitle":"FORMULATION SCIENCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"The main objective of this module is to teach the principles of formulating active pharmaceutical ingredients into pharmaceutical products. The students will acquire a body of technical knowledge in pharmaceutical ingredients, product development, stability and packaging. Target students: Enrolment in M.Sc. (Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology) programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-0-1.5-6","Prerequisite":"(PR2101, PR3102 and PR4106) or PR3301","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5218","ModuleTitle":"PRACTICAL IN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (LAB ROTATIONS)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This is a practical module where students will spend time in the laboratory to acquire skills in a) Drug synthesis and purification, b) Crystallisation, c) Optimisation of a formulation, d) Product quality assurance evaluation. Target students: Enrolment in M.Sc. (Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology) programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-10-0-0","Prerequisite":"(PR2101, PR3102 and PR4106) or PR3301","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5220","ModuleTitle":"BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to the theory and application of recombinant DNA and cell culture technologies leading to the development and manufacture of biopharmaceutical products. Students will acquire the basic biological and engineering concepts of cell culture, bioreactors and fermentation processes, and an overview of the current Good Manufacturing Practices and quality control practices in the biopharmaceutical industry. The module will be conducted through lectures, tutorials and journal presentations. Students will be expected to do simple mathematical calculations and work in groups for the tutorial and journal presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-0-2.5-5","Prerequisite":"PR3104 or PR3301 or by special permission.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5222","ModuleTitle":"Drug Metabolism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This course will be an introduction to drug metabolism focusing on topics such as biotransformation and kinetics, pharmacogenomics, metabolite elucidation, methodologies to improve drug metabolic profiles, metabolic reaction phenotyping, drug metabolizing enzyme inhibition and induction, drug-drug interactions and toxicity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"PR5115 Drug Information, Critical Literature Evaluation and Biostatistics and one of the following modules (PR3106 Pharmacokinetics and Drug Disposition, PR3116 Concepts in Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, LSM3211 Fundamental Pharmacology, LSM4212 Pharmacogenetics and Drug Responses, LSM4211 Toxicology or equivalent bachelor level pharmacokinetics\r\ncourse; students without these pre-requisites but has relevant knowledge in pharmacology can be admitted on a case-by-case basis with the instructors’ permission).","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5239","ModuleTitle":"Clinical Pharmacy Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to help students develop skills for clinical research. Areas covered include formulation of research ideas into protocols for clinical studies, gathering, analysis and presentation of clinical data.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-30-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the PharmD programme or by permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PR5250","ModuleTitle":"Elective Clerkship I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module consists of one 5-week, full-time clerkships, and is designed to further develop the students’ knowledge and skills in a variety of practice settings. Students will be able to select from a variety of patient care and non-patient care clerkship sites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5251","ModuleTitle":"Elective Clerkship II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module consists of one 5-week, full-time clerkships, and is designed to further develop the students’ knowledge and skills in a variety of practice settings. Students will be able to select from a variety of patient care and non-patient care clerkship sites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5252","ModuleTitle":"Elective Clerkship III","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module consists of one 5-week, full-time clerkships, and is designed to further develop the students’ knowledge and skills in a variety of practice settings. Students will be able to select from a variety of patient care and non-patient care clerkship sites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Acceptance in the Pharm.D. program or by permission","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PR5301","ModuleTitle":"FOOD AND DRUG LAWS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"PHARMACY","ModuleDescription":"This module is aimed at having student gain a basic understanding of the origins, structures, impact and relevance of the myriad of laws in place to regulate the manufacture and distribution of drugs and devices. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the purpose of the laws and their applicability to drug manufacturing as well as the acquisition of the ability to describe the elements in the laws/regulations that trigger the application. Target students: Enrolment in M.Sc. (Pharmaceutical Sciences & Technology) programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1.5-0-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"(PR2101 Dosage Form Design I, PR3102 Dosage Form Design II & PR4106 Dosage Form Design III) or PR3301 Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PS1101E","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of this module is to impart a preliminary overview of political science and its sub-fields so that students have a basic orientation of the discipline. It briefly explains the scope and components of each of the four sub-fields (political theory, comparative politics, international relations and public administration) and familiarises students with the major issues and arguments related to power, justice, political culture, national identity, accountability, ethics and world order. It also focuses on key political institutions. The module will be of interest to students across the university who want to gain a basic understanding of politics.","CrossModule":"GEK1003","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1003K, GEK1003, PS1101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2203","ModuleTitle":"Ancient Western Political Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores basic political ideas from the ancient Greeks and Romans from the emergence of the polis to the collapse of the empire, including the ideas of justice, law, democracy, and politics itself, through the study of original works by Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, and others. It also considers how these ideas shaped medieval and early modern political thought.","CrossModule":"EU2203","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS2231, EU2218, PS2201B, PS2218, EU2203","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2237","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to International Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Designed as an introductory theoretical module, it covers the basic concepts of International Relations in two halves. The first introduces the concepts of nation, state, sovereignty, non-state actors and their implications for the coexistence of nation-states, as well as a brief roundup of the instruments of conducting relations among them. The other offers a grounding in the major schools of thought on International Relations, namely realism, liberalism/pluralism and revolutionism. Additionally, there will be topics on radical perspectives such as feminism, constructivism and postmodernism. It is hoped the module will provide students with a foundation for other courses in the sub-field.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS2207, PS2207B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2240","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Public Administration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This introductory module defines the scope of public administration in terms of its structures, functions, sectors, and institutions.  It familiarises students with some basic concepts used in public administration, including authority, organisation, bureaucracy, accountability, meritocracy, representation, ethics, professionalism, leadership, and decision making. The module also examines major approaches to studying public administration. Practical cases and examples are used in presenting these topics. The module is available to all year 1-3 students at NUS.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PS2210B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2249","ModuleTitle":"Government and Politics of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines a number of areas in Singapore's domestic politics with the following objectives: identify the key determinants of Singapore's politics; understand the key structural-functional aspects of Singapore's domestic politics; examine the extent to which nation building has taken place in Singapore; and analyse the key challenges facing Singapore and its future as far as domestic politics is concerned. The course examines both the structural-functional aspects of domestic politics as well as issues related to nation building, state-society relations and the likely nature of future developments and challenges.","CrossModule":",SSA2209","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2003, GEM2003K, PS1102, PS2101, PS2101B, SS2209PS, SSA2209","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2251","ModuleTitle":"The Region in the Postcolonial World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students will study postcolonial regions in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. They will discuss questions such as: What makes a region? Who makes a region? How has the experience of colonialism shaped the region? What are the models of regional cooperation and integration, and whose models are they? How do regions ‘interact’ with postcolonial global structures and dynamics? Students are encouraged to compare different regional experiences, and draw from this breadth of knowledge to critically evaluate the concepts and theories they will learn.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2255","ModuleTitle":"Politics of the Middle East","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a comparative overview of politics in the Middle East, giving particular attention to the history, societies, and cultures of the region. It considers\r\nsome of the forces shaping its politics and discusses, selectively, major issues and challenges facing states in the Middle East today.","CrossModule":"GEK2025","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEK2025","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PS2257","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary African Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Drawing on the rich social science literature on the government and politics of contemporary Africa, the course will address a set of critical questions that will\r\nhave important implications for the well-being of the people of the continent and the world in the twentyfirst century. What have been the sources of political\r\nand economic crises in Africa? What has been the net impact of the international interventions in the continent in response to these crises? What explains the revival of democracy and economic growth in some parts of the continent? Will it last?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS2258","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Political Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Political theorizing considers basic questions about government, citizenship, equality, justice, rights, and the use of force. This module investigates these and related questions by reading and discussing classic and contemporary sources of different kinds, from letters, stories, and manifestos to systematic works of philosophy. By engaging with some of the most readable and interesting of these writings, one can learn how such questions have been answered in different times and places, as well as one’s own.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3232","ModuleTitle":"Democratic Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the core tenets of modern democratic theory in the context of real-world politics. Tracing democracy's historical evolution in the writings of Aristotle, Locke, Rousseau, Tocqueville, and Schumpeter among other prominent thinkers, this module examines the complex web of constitutional structures and institutions vital to its success. This module also examines various problems endemic to democracy as well as possible solutions to these problems by more recent democratic theorists such as Robert Dahl and Benjamin Barber. The course is intended for political science majors and students with a background in political science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS3202B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3233","ModuleTitle":"Political and International Ethics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the key concepts and problems associated with political ethics in the modern age. The first half of this module is a basic introduction to the major contemporary theories of distributive justice and political ethics. The second half of the module is an examination of just war theory and ethical problems in international relations. Drawing upon current events, this course will teach students how to make informed, ethical judgments about politics and war. This module is intended for students with a background in political science","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3236","ModuleTitle":"Ethnicity and Religion in Asian Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"One of the main features of Asian politics and government is the complex nexus of ethnicity, religion, and the state. This module focuses on the colonial formation and postcolonial continuation of these ethno-religious features of politics, known as the politics of identity in Asia.  It explains some major ethnic and religious conflicts in Asia; their impacts on national politics, party systems, state structures, and government policies; and the role of the state in this regard. The module is available to all year 1-3 students at NUS.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"PS3201, PS3206B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3249","ModuleTitle":"Singapore's Foreign Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module analyses Singapore's outlook towards the world with particular reference to countries in the West and Asia. It examines the following key issues affecting Singapore's foreign policy: problems of a small state, factors influencing the worldview, the key foreign policy principles and precepts, the operationalisation of relations towards different countries; and the key differences in outlook towards the world in the Cold War and post-Cold War periods. The course is mounted for students throughout NUS with interest in Singapore and particularly its foreign policy.","CrossModule":"SSA3205","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS3219B, SSA3205, SS3205PS","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3251","ModuleTitle":"International and Regional Organisations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The main aim of this module is to provide a theoretical and empirical understanding of the role of international organisations in contemporary international politics.  Scholarly and policy making communities constantly refer to international organisations but there is very little comprehension of how these institutions emerge, evolve and endure.  This module will explain concepts such as functionalism, neo-functionalism, integration, regimes and international cooperation.  The second part will focus on universal organisations (UN, WTO) and regional entities like the European Union, Mercosur, OAS, GCC etc.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"PS1101E, PS2237","Preclusion":"PS3254, EU3228","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3257","ModuleTitle":"Political Inquiry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the theories of knowledge and\n\nmethods of inquiry appropriate to studying politics. It\n\nintroduces students to alternative understandings of\n\nthe social sciences and to the empirical, critical, and\n\nanalytical skills they imply. It pays particular attention\n\nto helping students understand the basics of good\n\nresearch and to acquire skills essential to conducting\n\ntheir own research.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Completed 20 MCs in Political Science","Preclusion":"PS2102, PS2102B, PS2231B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3265","ModuleTitle":"Civil-Military Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module surveys major themes and debates in the study of civil-military relations. The study of civil military relations addresses a simple puzzle: can we\nhave a military strong enough to protect civilians yet not so strong as to ignore or subvert civilian authority? A military strong enough to defend the state from external enemies is also strong enough to seize power. How can a state have a strong military capability without being dominated by it? How do political leaders and military organizations interact with each other and with the larger society, and how do their cultures overlap and diverge.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Completed PS1101E","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS3550","ModuleTitle":"Political Science Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Internships vary in length but all take place within an organisation, are vetted and approved by the Department’s internship advisor, have relevance to the\r\nmajor in Political Science, involve the application of subject knowledge and theory in reflection upon the work, and are assessed.\r\n\r\nAvailable credited internships (if any) will be advertised at the beginning of each semester. In exceptional cases, internships proposed by students may be approved by the Department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"Students should:\r\n- have completed a minimum of 24 MC in Political Science; and\r\n- have declared Political Science as their Major.","Preclusion":"Any other XX3550 internship modules\r\n(Note: Students who change major may not do a second internship in their new major)","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PS3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP )","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4203","ModuleTitle":"China's Foreign Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines some major issues of contemporary Chinese politics, political economy, and policy processes as they affect Chinas relations with the rest of the world. It covers both the institutions and practices that shape the making of Chinese foreign policy and the substantive policies that emerge from the policy process.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4208","ModuleTitle":"Theories of International Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores major theoretical debates in international relations (IR). After discussing some of the standards by which we might evaluate theories, we will examine some realist, liberal, and 'alternative' theories of international relations, and the classic debates between these perspectives. Theories are applied to major aspects of international relations such as trade, war, alliances, and stability, for individual states, for particular groups of states, and in the international system as a whole. We will also explore the role of domestic politics in foreign policy. The module is designed for Political Science Honours students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCS in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCS in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4209","ModuleTitle":"Public Organisation Theory and  Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced module on public organisation. It analyses various concepts and theories of organisation and examines critical organisational issues in the public sector. The major theories discussed in the module include the classical, neoclassical, systems, contingency, and critical theories of organization. It also focuses on specific organisational issues such as decision making, motivation, leadership, administrative ethics, and organisational change with special reference to the public sector. The target students for this module include both honours and postgraduate students in Political Science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, or 28 MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4213","ModuleTitle":"International Political Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The issue of morality in international politics is frequently treated as marginal to the contemporary concerns of states in their international relations. Developments such as the Nuremberg Trials, the Cold War, the African Famines of the 1980s, the Genocides in ex-Yugoslavia and the emergence of wrangles over resource exploitation and environmental pollution call attention otherwise. This module equips the student with the conceptual tools and frameworks with which to comprehend and make informed decisions about these cross-boundary ethical complexities. Both Political Science majors and non-Political Science students will find this a useful supplement to studies of international politics and philosophy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in EU/LA\n[French/German]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of\n3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012-2014:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in EU/LA\n[French/German]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of\n3.20 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2015 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in EU/LA\n[French/German/Spanish]/recognised modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"PS3203B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4224","ModuleTitle":"State and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to some of the\r\n\r\nmajor themes of comparative political sociology\r\n\r\nthrough the lens of a clearly established literature\r\n\r\nthat draws from a variety of national and subnational\r\n\r\ncase studies. It focuses on the relationship\r\n\r\nbetween civil society and the state and on the\r\n\r\ninstitutions and processes that mediate that\r\n\r\nrelationship. Topics covered include contemporary\r\n\r\ntheories of the modern state; political culture and\r\n\r\ncivil society; revolutionary and non-revolutionary\r\n\r\npolitical regime change; clientelism; and corporatist\r\n\r\nand non-corporatist forms of interest group\r\n\r\nintermediation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"PS4204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This is basically a research and writing exercise to be supervised by a Department staff. Those who qualify are expected to select a research topic in any subfield of Political Science, conduct research on the topic, collect and analyse data, present arguments, complete the thesis, and submit it within the stipulated deadline. The length of the thesis should not exceed 10,000 words. Each thesis is assessed by two examiners (including the supervisor), and it is meant only for Honours Year students in Political Science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 60 MCs of PS major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 44 MCs of PS major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"PS4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 100 MCs including 60 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 100 MCs including 60 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 100 MCs including 44 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"PS4401, PS4401S","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4881C","ModuleTitle":"Topics in CP: Labour Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar considers working class participation in the political economy, including labour market regulation, national labour administration, state-labour ties, labour-business relations, the structural conditions underpinning labour-capital relations and labour representation in the political arena. Attention is given to corporatist, neo-corporatist and pluralist forms of labour politics and to some of the ways labour enters the political system: for example, as autonomous, state or party-dependent, nondependent party-affiliated, pressure group, social movement or unorganized activity. Issues of format, scope, and participation in collective bargaining will be addressed, as will principal-agent and other collective action logics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4881D","ModuleTitle":"Topics in CP: Money and Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar examines the relationship between private\r\n\r\nwealth and political power. Most polities claim to\r\n\r\npursue public ends, yet many leaders have close links to\r\n\r\nprivate money. In democracies, elections are supposed\r\n\r\nto produce accountable officials, yet campaigns depend\r\n\r\non funding from corporations and individuals. This\r\n\r\nmodule addresses questions about the ‘dirty’ side of\r\n\r\npolitics and how private financing of political campaigns\r\n\r\ncould be regulated: Why does vote-buying occur in\r\n\r\nsome situations but not others? What is the role of\r\n\r\norganised crime in the business-politics nexus? How\r\n\r\nrepresentative are elected leaders if they are also\r\n\r\nindebted to campaign financiers? These themes have\r\n\r\nwide relevance and we will study them in a variety of\r\n\r\ncontexts, from local struggles in the developing world\r\n\r\nto American presidential elections.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4882F","ModuleTitle":"The Politics of International Trade","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed as a research seminar for upper-level Political Science majors. Students will survey the major areas of scholarship in international trade politics. Each student will also develop and complete a semester-long research project on a topic to be decided in consultation with the instructor. This module strengthens the international relations program of the department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.\n\nPS2237, PS3257","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PS4882G","ModuleTitle":"Topics in IR: Politics of Intl Economic Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a greater understanding of the scientific study of the politics of international economic relations, in particular the politics of trade. The module emphasizes current academic scholarship on a number of substantive topics. These topics include the distributional consequences of trade and the domestic sources of trade policy, the design and evolution of global trade\r\ngovernance under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade and World Trade Organization, the politics of preferential trade agreements, as well as the\r\nrelationship between trade, international investment, exchange rate regimes, and economic development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"PS4882H","ModuleTitle":"Topics in IR: Food Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"What you eat can kill you. We all know that. Less well understood is that what you eat can kill many others, too. This module explores the politics of food from the local grocery store to the international trade in grain, sugar, and cacao. Topics to be covered include food production safety, labelling, and nutrition; environmental concerns relating to energy consumption and waste disposal; the politics of fast food; organic farming and sustainable agriculture; genetically modified foods; the ethics of animal care; vegetarianism, and the politics of hunger and malnutrition.  ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS4883A","ModuleTitle":"Topics in PT: Orientalism and Femininity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the construction of an Oriental femininity in western scholarly, journalistic, and artistic production in the 19th and 20th century. It begins by examining colonial representations of Oriental women mapped onto an exotic fantasy of the harem. It then traces the imprint of the Orientalist cosmology upon 20th century portrayals of Muslim women within the context of a “clash of civilizations” and American intervention in Afghanistan. It also addresses the “headscarf controversy” that has erupted in France in the 1980s, and the linkages between the “veil”, agency, Islam, and secular modernity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in PS or 28 MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5111","ModuleTitle":"RESEARCH DESIGN IN POLITICAL SCIENCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to some of the research methods used in the empirical study of politics and public policy. The objective is to familiarise students with (1) concepts in research design, and (2) practices in analytical methods. Topics covered include the logic of \r\nempirical research, sampling methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, statistical estimation and inference, and hypothesis testing in group comparisons and regression analysis. Besides regular homework assignments, there will also be a mid-term test, a project, and a final examination.\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS5101, PS6101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5111R","ModuleTitle":"Research Design in Political Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS5101, PS6101","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5312","ModuleTitle":"SEMINAR IN COMPARATIVE POLITICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will survey the methodology, dominant approaches and theories in comparative politics. The seminar will place emphasis on methodological and theoretical issues that are common to the study of comparative politics. Classic works by leading comparativists will be used to illustrate the strengths and weaknesses of the existing methodological and theoretical approaches to the study of comparative politics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS5213, PS6301B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5312R","ModuleTitle":"Seminar in Comparative Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS5213, PS6301B","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5314","ModuleTitle":"SEMINAR IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This is a core module in international relations which also challenges post-graduate students to begin original research in the subfield. Masters and Ph.D. students who specialise in international relations will be required to read this module. The module will introduce to students important and influential theories on international relations, including realism and liberalism, that attempt to explain cooperation and conflict among nations. Students will also be exposed to some of the important methods of analysis - such as case studies, formal modeling, and statistical analysis - that help distinguish the current study of international relations from that of previous eras. Important approaches, such as constructivism and rational choice, will also be discussed. Under the instructor's guidance, students will undertake an academic-quality presentation to the class and write a paper which proposes in detail an original research project in international relations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IZ5102, PS5208, PS6208, PS6301A, PS6401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5314R","ModuleTitle":"Seminar in Int'l Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This is a core module in international relations which also challenges post-graduate students to begin original research in the subfield. Masters and Ph.D. students who specialise in international relations will be required to read this module. The module will introduce to students important and influential theories on international relations, including realism and liberalism, that attempt to explain cooperation and conflict among nations. Students will also be exposed to some of the important methods of analysis - such as case studies, formal modeling, and statistical analysis - that help distinguish the current study of international relations from that of previous eras. Important approaches, such as constructivism and rational choice, will also be discussed. Under the instructor's guidance, students will undertake an academic-quality presentation to the class and write a paper which proposes in detail an original research project in international relations","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IZ5102, PS5208, PS6208, PS6301A, PS6401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PS5408","ModuleTitle":"International Institutions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"There are various types of international institutions with implications for international politics, security, and economic affairs. In this regard, the module examines issues such as transnationalism, complex interdependence, regime theory, neo-functionalism, and neoliberalism. Apart from examining global\ninstitutions like the United Nations, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Trade Organisation, special emphasis is placed on institutions that have direct impacts on international relations in Asia, including ASEAN, APEC, ASEAN Regional Forum, ASEM, and SAARC. Students interested in International Relations are encouraged to read this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PS5404 and PS6404","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PS5408R","ModuleTitle":"International Institutions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"There are various types of international institutions with implications for international politics, security, and economic affairs. In this regard, the module examines issues such as transnationalism, complex interdependence, regime theory, neo-functionalism, and neoliberalism. Apart from examining global\ninstitutions like the United Nations, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Trade Organisation, special emphasis is placed on institutions that have direct impacts on international relations in Asia, including ASEAN, APEC, ASEAN Regional Forum, ASEM, and SAARC. Students interested in International Relations are encouraged to read this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"PS5404 and PS6404 and PS5408","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"PS6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Political Science in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"PX2108","ModuleTitle":"Basic Human Pathology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"PATHOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Pathology involves both basic science and clinical medicine and is devoted to the study of structural and functional changes in cells, tissues and organs that underlie diseases. It attempts to explain the \"whys\" of the signs and symptoms manifested by patients while providing a sound foundation for rational clinical care and therapy.\r\n\r\nThe module includes some aspects of General Pathology, Haematology and Chemical Pathology. General Pathology is concerned with the basic reactions of cells and tissues to abnormal stimuli that cause disease. Haematology deals with diseases of the blood while Chemical Pathology deals with biochemical processes in disease states.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"AY1130, PY1131","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QF3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Quantitative Finance as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Quantitative Finance major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QF3312","ModuleTitle":"Enhanced Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 16-20 weeks during regular semester.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Quantitative Finance as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Quantitative Finance major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3312 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QF4102","ModuleTitle":"Financial Modelling and Computation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to present students with the knowledge of modelling financial process for the purpose of pricing financial derivatives, hedging derivatives, and managing financial risks. The emphasis of this module will be on numerical methods and implementation of models. The course will have two basic elements. First, course work with topics includes: implied trinomial trees, finite difference lattices, Monte Carlo methods, model risk, discrete implementations of short rate models, credit risk and value-at-risk. The second element of the course will be a group project to develop a financial modelling tool. Project topics will be extensions of models contained in the course work. Projects will involve financial modelling as well as writing and presenting a project report. This module targets students in the Quantitative Finance programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"QF3101","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QF4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Quantitative Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"The Honours project is intended to give students the opportunity to work independently, to encourage students develop and exhibit aspects of their ability not revealed or tested by the usual written examination, and to foster skills that could be of continued usefulness in their subsequent careers. The project work duration is one year (including assessment).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-30-0","Prerequisite":"Only for students majoring in Quantitative Finance and who matriculated from 2004/2005, subject to faculty and departmental requirements.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QF5207","ModuleTitle":"Investment and Portfolio Selection","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for graduate students in quantitative finance. The topics include measuring risk and return the Markowitz’s mean-variance analysis, the continuous time portfolio selection theory, the capital asset pricing model, and the arbitrage pricing theory. The module will also touch optimization theory and stochastic control.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QF5210","ModuleTitle":"Financial Time Series: Theory and Computation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to financial time series techniques, focusing primarily on Box-Jenkins (ARIMA) method, conditional volatility (ARCH/GARCGH models), stochastic volatility models, regime switching and nonlinear filtering, diverse non-linear state models, co-integration, and their applications on real-life financial problems. We provide both the relevant time series concepts and their financial applications. Potential application of financial time series models include modeling equity returns, volatility estimations, Value at Risk modelling and option valuation. This module targets honours students in the Quantitative Finance Programme and students in the Master of Science in Quantitative\r\nFinance Programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(QF3101 and MA4269) or Departmental approval","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"QT5101","ModuleTitle":"Quantum measurements and statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"CENTRE FOR QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with quantum measurement theory and the interpretation of the observed statistics. It covers advanced mathematical formalism of quantum measurement; Bell’s inequalities; and the quantum-to- classical transition (notably decoherence). Emphasis is put on providing both the understanding of the concepts and the ability of using the mathematical tools.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"PC2130 Quantum mechanics 1\r\nPC3130 Quantum mechanics 2","Preclusion":"There are no precluded modules.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"QT5201N","ModuleTitle":"Convex optimization and quantum foundations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"CENTRE FOR QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce graduate students in NUS to the use of techniques from convex optimization to study the foundations of quantum mechanics. The module will provide an unique opportunity to learn advanced techniques from active researchers in the field of interest.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"This module is open to all students in CQT, and those in Computer Science, Mathematics, and in Physics. Students from other departments and faculties are welcome, but it is advisable that they discuss their background with one of the lecturers before registering.","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"QT5201P","ModuleTitle":"Atoms and photon","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SPECIALITY RESEARCH INSTITUTES/CENTRES","Department":"CENTRE FOR QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduce the fundamental interacting mechanisms between an atom and the electromagnetic field.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Quantum Mechanic, Statistical Mechanics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE1701","ModuleTitle":"Urban Land Use and Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory module providing students with theories, concepts and components of the urban built environment. Discussions will cover the urbanisation process, development of urban forms and structures, land policy and development constraints, national development and the land use planning\r\nprocess, the role of government in the planning process, the property development process, and the roles and functions of parties involved in real estate as well as urban development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"RE1102 Urban Land Use and Development","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE1702","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Data Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This is the first of three modules in the real estate quantitative methods track. It introduces students to the types of data typically used in real estate analyses. Students will learn how to access the data and understand their distributions. Then, they will learn how to process the data to support real estate decision-making.  In the first half of the module, basic statistical concepts are taught through detailed applications in the real estate domain using REALIS transactions and spatial information. The second half of the module presents parametric and non-parametric analyses that demonstrate their functions in real estate data analytics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE1703","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Law for Real Estate","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an understanding of fundamental principles relating to legal systems, contract and tort in Singapore. It also exposes students to legal reasoning and argumentation and provides a sound basis for students to\r\nprogress in later years to Modules with law content.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE2101","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Market Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with conceptual frameworks for analysing real market conditions and trends. The module will cover: the four-quadrant model of real estate markets; real estate market adjustment process; demand formation and market characteristics by property types, including residential, office, retail, and industrial properties; and real estate supply behaviour. By completing this module, students will be able to identify new market opportunities arising from technological, demographic, socio-economic and lifestyle changes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2802 Real Estate Economics; \r\nRE2804 Real Estate Finance","Preclusion":"RE3280 Real Estate Space Market II","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE2102","ModuleTitle":"REAL ESTATE ECONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This foundation course employs economic analysis, especially microeconomic principles, to provide a big-picture view of the urbanization process and real estate markets. The topics include economic factors driving city formation; market forces shaping urban spatial structure; determinants influencing metropolitan and regional growth; the linkages among location, land use, and land value; suburbanization and sub centres; urban transportation; and land-use policies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"EC1301 Principles of Economics","Preclusion":"RE2280 Real Estate Space Market I","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE2103","ModuleTitle":"Urban Planning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"The module will provide students with a thorough understanding of urban planning principles and processes that influence the function and design of cities. It will include an introduction to the history of modern city planning, and contemporary planning concepts such as Garden Cities, City Beautiful movement, Vertical Cities, etc. There will also be a discussion of New Town Planning, Urban Renewal and conservation. Singapore will be introduced as a case study, but selected cities elsewhere are discussed for comparison and better understanding.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE1102 Urban Land Use & Development","Preclusion":"RE3481 Urban Planning I and/or RE3482 Urban Planning II\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE3101","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED REAL ESTATE VALUATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the theoretical and practical issues relating to the role of valuation in real estate investment and development decisions, especially the pertinent dimensions of investment valuation and market valuation. It is aimed at helping students to understand how the various methods of valuation are applied to different properties taking into consideration the purposes of valuation such as investment, divestiture, mortgage and insurance. The advanced topics include valuation of air and subterranean rights; specialised premises such as hospitals; recreational premises and hotels; and asset valuation for incorporation in financial statements. This module will be supported by relevant case studies and sharing sessions by practitioners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2107 PROPERTY TAX AND STATUTORY VALUATION","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE3102","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED TOPICS IN URBAN PLANNING","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"The module will provide an in-depth understanding of planning by critical examination of the nature and characteristics of planning theory and practice. There will be a discussion of plan implementation and interaction with the real estate market. The institutional framework for planning, regulatory processes, strategic and local planning, and public participation would be discussed, using case studies in Singapore and other cities. A selection of planning theories will be introduced to provide the background for critical understanding and evaluation of planning practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2103 Urban Planning","Preclusion":"RE4490 Selected Topics in Urban Planning and Management","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE3103","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the entire development process for the different types of property development and redevelopment projects. Discussions will cover a broad range of topics including the property development cycle, conception of the development project, feasibility study, project financing, project construction, real estate marketing, project completion, management of the completed development and exit strategies. Students are expected to conduct an integrated project as part of the requirement of this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2101 Real Estate Market Analysis, RE2102 Real Estate Economics","Preclusion":"RE3381 Real Estate Development I","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE3104","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Investment Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines real estate as an asset class and equips students with essential skills for analysing a real estate investment problem. The topics include: real estate investment objectives; leasing structure and property income analysis; characteristics of real estate returns and risks; capitalization rates; capital budgeting; financial leverage and after-tax returns; equity versus debt investment; and real estate equity investment strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2104 Real Estate Finance","Preclusion":"RE3281 Real Estate Asset Market II\r\n","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE3107","ModuleTitle":"REAL ESTATE PRACTICE AND ETHICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"Understanding Real Estate Business Ethics helps to prepare students for the ethical dilemmas that they will encounter in today's evolving business world. This module highlights both the positive and negative consequences that decision makers face so that students have a better understanding of the challenges. This course is a programme elective for real estate students as it aims to prepare them for real world business challenges when they face ethical issues relating to many aspects of real estate such as investments, Development, consultancy, building construction, urban planning and dealing with government authorities and business partners with varying agendas. Case studies will be used to apply the principles in this module to real world situations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2104 Real Estate Finance,\nRE2107 Property Tax and Statutory Valuation","Preclusion":"RE4180 Real Estate Practice and Research","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4000","ModuleTitle":"Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims at developing students’ capability in conducting research. Students are expected to formulate a research problem, and to demonstrate the ability to pursue unaided investigations relevant to their research problem, in data collection, analysis, and interpretation of the results.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-0-20","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"RE4181 Dissertation","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4001","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Case Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims at developing students’ capability in analysing and evaluating case studies. Students are expected to select a real estate development as a case study, examine the pertinent issues involved, collect relevant data relating to the case, analyse the case facts, and recommend appropriate solutions to problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"RE4182 Real Estate Project/Case Study","Preclusion":"RE4182 Real Estate Project/Case Study","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4203","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Real Estate (Summer Programme)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines country-specific issues in socioeconomic, demographic and political dimensions underlying the real estate processes. Students will attend lectures and seminars in both NUS and partner universities in the country of discussion. Site visits to projects and organisations are integral part of the module. Students will work on a project for in-depth study of selected aspects of the real estate industry in the country.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":" 2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2101 Real Estate Market Analysis","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4204","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Real Estate Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the real estate marketing processes as well as specific real estate marketing strategies and practices that are applicable to various types of real estate, including residential, commercial and industrial institutional and heritage developments. Its scope encompasses the various real estate marketing methods/practices in Singapore, the HDB Act as well as the use of internet marketing tools. Case studies in Singapore and overseas will be utilised as an additional teaching tool to enhance students’ learning of how to market public and private sector real estate developments for sale and lease under both boom and recessionary market conditions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"RE2106 Real Estate Marketing and Negotiation","Preclusion":"N.A.","Corequisite":"N.A."},{"ModuleCode":"RE4211","ModuleTitle":"REIT MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"The emergence and rapid expansion of REIT markets globally and in Asia have been an important development in real estate capital market. This module is designed to cover topics on REIT concepts and models; REIT experience in the US and other Asia markets; asset characteristics and types of REIT; tax efficient model; growth and acquisition strategies; financing and dividend policies of REITs; cross-border REITs, stapled REITs and UPREIT; Business Trust models; and institutional investment\r\nin REITs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE3104 Real Estate Investment Analysis","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4212","ModuleTitle":"REAL ESTATE SECURITIZATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module represents the second part of the analysis of real estate capital markets. It covers the real estate debt capital markets. Topics include the economics of mortgage securitization; the various mortgage-backed securitization instruments, models and structures; the concepts of pooling and tranching; secondary mortgage\r\ninstitutions and the US experience in real estate debt securitization; commercial and residential mortgage backed securities; embedded pre-payment and default\r\noptions; rating agencies and risk analyses; as well as the policy implications and relevant lessons for markets from the 2007-2009 Financial Crisis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"RE3104 REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT ANALYSIS","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4222","ModuleTitle":"Public Policy and Real Estate Markets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to a systematic framework of studying public policy and examining impact on the real estate markets and larger economy. A key learning objective is to understand the policy making process, policy analysis frameworks, as well as subsequent policy evaluation. Students can analyse different policy options for solving urban problems and project the likely consequences for real estate variables. Practical topics can include policies and regulations relate to land use and supply, taxation and public finance, residential and commercial estate transactions and management, HBD towns and build environment, housing affordability, aging, and urban transportation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"RE2102 Real Estate Economics and \r\nRE3102 Advanced Real Topics in Urban Planning","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE4301","ModuleTitle":"Housing Markets and Housing Policies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with conceptual frameworks for housing market and policy analyses. It examines the housing system, policies as well as housing market performances in selected countries. Key topics include the concepts and measurements of housing cost and housing welfare, housing and society, property rights and housing investment, housing production process, housing finance and subsidies systems as well as international housing organisations and modern housing policy making.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"RE4291 Comparative Housing Systems","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5000","ModuleTitle":"Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"The dissertation offers the opportunity for candidates to individually conduct independent research work on a topic of interest and relevance to the program. The dissertation will be graded.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-20-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5001","ModuleTitle":"REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the fundamental concepts and techniques involved in the real estate development process, recognizing the entrepreneurial and institutional elements in the transformation of existing real estate to its highest and best use. Modeling the sequential event of the real estate development process, the module covers a wide range of issues encountered in the different phases of development - from site evaluation and land procurement, development team assembly, market study and development scheme, construction and project management, project marketing and hand-over of completed projects. \r\n\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5003","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Investment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module develops an understanding of the tools for assessing real estate investment opportunities at the micro-level, paying particular attention to the characteristics that distinguish real estate from other assets. It covers the fundamental discounted cash flow models for underwriting across different types of properties. The concept of leverage is also introduced in relation to cash flow projections. Specific techniques include developing cash flow proformas, ratio analyses and capitalization rate and establishing discount rates for handling risk using the CAPM or alternative models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5004","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an understanding of the economic perspectives of the real estate market. It shows how the interactions between the real estate market with other asset markets, capital markets and the wider economy can be examined using theoretical and empirical analyses. This provides an integrative framework for understanding and forecasting the forces that shape the rental space market, the investment asset market, and the development industry. In addition, the module examines linkages between macroeconomic trends and business cycles and the behavior of real estate market aggregates such as prices, rents, and returns.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5009","ModuleTitle":"COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to develop an understanding of theory and contemporary approaches to valuation of retail, office and industrial properties. Topics include determination of the capitalization rates across different types of properties; appraisal of freehold and leasehold interests; critical analysis of the valuation approaches adopted for securitized real estate; asset pricing models; and application of option pricing theory to appraise various embedded lease options, investment flexibility and future redevelopment opportunities.  Issues related to performance evaluation and index construction will also be covered, recognizing the illiquid and heterogeneous nature of commercial real estate.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5013","ModuleTitle":"Urban Policy & Real Estate Markets","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"A distinctive characteristic of real estate is the extensive government regulation of both land and the built environment. Focusing on the development of urban and metropolitan areas and the dynamic forces that drive urban growth as well as shape urban spatial configurations, this module examines the impact of government regulations and public policies on real estate markets. Selected topics include planning and development controls, degeneration and urban renewal, private-public participation, leasehold policy, public versus private housing, and urban fiscal policy such as property taxation, local government finance and development and betterment levies. It also provides an overview of the incentives created by the legal and institutional framework on real estate development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5014","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Investment Trusts & Property Funds","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to provide a practice-oriented understanding of the evolution of the REIT and property funds as vehicles for real estate investment. It delves into the motivations for creating a REIT and the institutional regimes such as taxation and other regulations that influence how a REIT operates. In addition, it studies the formation of business trusts and property funds to determine the relative merits for sponsors and investors. Topics to be covered include practical issues in property fund management for institutional and high net worth clients; establishing and managing a property fund management; fees of REIT managers; role of sponsors; interested-party transactions; internal versus external management structure. It will also examine the growth strategies of REITs, i.e. organic growth and accretive acquisitions and capital management strategy to drive the development of investment vehicles such as trusts and funds.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5015","ModuleTitle":"Spatial Information Systems (SIS) for Urban Planning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to spatial information systems as applied to urban and regional planning. Its primary goal is to help students understand the basic principles of SIS, and to equip students with the state-of-the-practice computing technology in urban planning in a SIS environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE5770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE6007","ModuleTitle":"RESEARCH TOPICS IN REAL ESTATE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This self-study module is intended for research graduate students in their second semester. The content of this module will vary according to the research interests of the enrolling student and the supervising staff. Students are required to undertake an independent research project under the supervision of his/her supervisor. They are expected to participate actively in research seminars. Written assignments and seminar attendance and presentations constitute part of the evaluation in this module. Candidates will have to apply concepts learned to their research thesis.  Topics that may be offered include Corporate & Securitised Real Estate, Institutional and Spatial Analyses of Real Estate, and Housing Studies. Students are expected to select a research topic, and conceptualise the research question and methodology. They are also required to present the paper in a seminar format. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"RE6770","ModuleTitle":"PHD SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SA4101","ModuleTitle":"Software Analysis and Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"- Fundamentals of Programming using C#\r\n- Object Oriented Programming using C#\r\n- User Interface Development with Visual Studio Net and C#\r\n- SQL Programming &amp; DBMS\r\n- Enterprise System Development using .Net Framework\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"3-1-2-4.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SA4102","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Solutions Design and Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"- Application Development Life Cycle I\r\n- Application Development Life Cycle II\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"5-1-3-6-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SA4104","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"- Application Development Life Cycle III\r\n- Project Management\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"16.5-8-0-8-0; 20-0-6-6.5-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SA4105","ModuleTitle":"Web Application Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"- Java Programming\r\n- Java Object Persistence\r\n- Web-based J2EE Applications\r\n- Wireless Technology\r\n- J2EE Project\r\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"3-1-2-4.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SA4106","ModuleTitle":"AD Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"- Application Development Project\r\nThis is a pre-internship project where the students will work in a team to apply the project management, analysis, design, business communications and programming skills learnt earlier in the course. Based on a User Requirement Statement given to the students, they will go through a complete software development life cycle to develop and deliver the required system. The students will capture requirements through user interviews, produce a feasible design of the system, code, test and implement the solution in a distributed platform. This project provides a simulation of the real-life IT working environment, and tests their strengths in working closely as a project team.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"0-0-0-15-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SA4107","ModuleTitle":"INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-30-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SA4108","ModuleTitle":"Mobile Application Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this elective course is to allow students of the Graduate Diploma in Systems Analysis (GDipSA) to specialise in mobile application development. Students will acquire the mobile-related skill-sets required by an increasing number of employers who need developers for their mobile-related projects. Students will learn to design and develop mobile applications using the Android and iOS platforms and the associated Java and Objective C programming languages. The course includes classroom teaching, lab exercises and hands-on design and development projects using both platforms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"5.0-1.0-2.0-6.0-6.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC1101E","ModuleTitle":"Making Sense of Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Students are introduced to the concepts used in Sociology and Anthropology. The main objective is to train students to use Sociology in analyzing social institutions and processes. For this reason, students are encouraged to relate their experiences in society to the discipline of Sociology and Anthropology. The topics covered in the module are the logic and methods of social investigation; family, work and organization; power and the state; social inequality (including gender and ethnicity); mass communication and popular culture; values and beliefs; and deviance and social control.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2101","ModuleTitle":"Methods of  Social Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course to the basic concepts and tools of social research, covering the areas of research of problem definition, research design, measurement, and data collection, processing, and analysis. Students are given in-depth understanding of what qualitative, eg participant observation, in-depth interviewing, and quantitative, eg survey, data collection techniques involve. In addition, students are introduced to qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques. Students are taught the important aspects of making a good presentation of research findings. This module is mounted for all students in NUS with interest in research methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2202","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Work","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to help students develop a framework with which to analyse and understand the following: (1) key political issues and underlying social mechanisms relating to the dynamics of industrial society and the organisation of work; (2) various aspects of social relations at the workplace; (3) how different categories of workers respond to the organisation of work; and (4) the interconnections between (1), (2), and (3). The module is open to all students throughout NUS with an interest in analyzing work situations sociologically.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2205","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Family","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course challenges you to look at the family through the sociological eye. We begin the course by looking at the fundamental principles at work within the family. As the course progresses, we focus on specific issues/phenomena that affect the contemporary family. Throughout the course, you will be asked to critically evaluate assumptions we have about the family. This module is mounted for all NUS students, in particular, those with a keen interest in Sociology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2206","ModuleTitle":"Culture & Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"We are living in a world marked by cultural diversity. We encounter different cultural norms and practices every day, which may enable us to become more reflexive, curious, and open-minded or, in some cases, lead us to become defensive. This course  provides an analytical lens to learn how cultures affect social behaviour and how different cultures interact with each other in the contemporary world. We shall discuss issues related to \"ethnocentrism\", \"cultural relativism\", “hybrid cultures”, “sub cultures” and \"multiculturalism\". This course will furthermore discuss how cultures are socially constructed. In this sphere, the module will explore such topics as travel and encounters, the construction of personal and collective identities, ethnic minorities and the state, gender relations and family systems, workspaces and hierarchy, and globalization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC2207","ModuleTitle":"Peoples & Cultures of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides, using an anthropological perspective, a general introduction to select peoples and cultures in Southeast Asia. The course examines, among others, issues of economic adaptation to the varied physical environments of SEA; the interaction between indigenous cultures and those cultures from outside the geographical context (which may include Chinese, Indian, European and other cultures); the organization of states; and the interrelationship between religious and political systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2209","ModuleTitle":"Money, Business and Social Networks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the sociology of economic life. At the micro level, it examines the social relationships that are formed when economic transactions are performed. At the macro level, it analyses the role of social institutions in influencing economic behaviour. In the course of this module, students will be introduced to key concepts such as competition, entrepreneurship, business networks, trust, social capital and economic globalisation. It will also introduce students to social networks analysis. This module is mounted for students throughout NUS who are interested in understanding how societies are organised within their respective economic environments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2210","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Popular Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the spread of consumption and its link to popular culture in the context of global capitalism. Emphasis will be given on the relationship between mass production and mass consumption, and the role of mass media in creating and widening the sphere of popular culture. Relationship between class and popular culture will be explored in this module. Issues such as changing leisure patterns, fashions, consumerism, role of advertisements and symbolic protests will also be examined in this module. The course is mounted for students throughout NUS with interest in the study of popular culture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2212","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Deviance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the sociological study of deviance and social control, distinguishing it as a field of research from biological and psychological explanations of deviance. It will trace the historical development of sociological theories on deviance and introduce students to contemporary approaches to deviance and crime. These perspectives will be utilized and illustrated through a study of the changing patterns of defining and controlling deviance in modern societies with reference to selected substantive issues. Students who have a keen interest in issues of social order, social control and conformity will find this course attractive.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2213","ModuleTitle":"Childhood and Youth","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module begins with an understanding of age as a social variable and the life-cycle approach. It then examines the social construction of childhood from a historical and cross-cultural perspective. The central focus of this module is youth as a particular stage of the life-cycle. Topics such as the life cycle approach in Sociology; the social construction of childhood: children and the state; the social construction of adolescence: images of youth will be dealt with. This module is mounted for all students throughout NUS with interest in childhood and youth.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2215","ModuleTitle":"The Sociology of Food","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Food is a social phenomenon: what constitutes food and, therefore, what can be eaten; how it is to be prepared, presented, and consumed; with whom you eat and so forth express complex relationships to class, ethnicity and gender. This course will uncover the complexity behind an everyday life material that affects and effects multiple social networks, wherein food is both the material and symbol by which class, race/ethnicity, sex/gender are socially constructed. This module is mounted for all students throughout NUS with interest in food and society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC2218","ModuleTitle":"Anthropology and the Human Condition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"What does it mean to be human? Why are humans such social animals? How have human societies become what they are today? How did globalization begin, and where will it end? This course introduces you to the anthropological perspective within the social sciences. We examine cultural variation in many aspects of social life within Singapore, Asia, and around the world. We help you understand processes of change that have affected your own life in Singapore, as well as other parts of the world, by putting them into historical and comparative context. For sociology students and anyone with a general interest in understanding themselves better.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3101","ModuleTitle":"Social Thought & Social Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a critical examination of central problems in classical social theory, with emphasis on the multifaceted analysis of the larger social processes in the making of modern society. The module will concentrate on the original contributions of major theorists such as Marx, Weber, and Durkheim and explore how their works continue to influence current Sociology. This course is mounted for all students throughout NUS with an interest in classical social theories.","CrossModule":"EU3224","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"EU3224","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3203","ModuleTitle":"Race and Ethnic Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Concepts of race and ethnicity and theories/models of inter-group relations provide the tools for understanding and analyzing race/ethnic relations and ethnicity in selected societies. This module will refer to Malaysia/Singapore, Southeast Asian, and other societies where relevant. The topics explored also include race/ethnicity and the nation-state; ethnicity and citizenship/multiculturalism; ethnic identity; gender and ethnicity; race/ethnicity and its representations; race/ethnicity and crime. This module will appeal to students who are interested in understanding how race/ethnicity influences our perceptions of and responses to other races/ethnic groups, and why it continues to be a source of tension and conflict in societies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3204","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Education","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The main objective is to examine and understand the role of formal education - i.e., in school - and education outside of school within contemporary societies. Besides presenting the classic major sociological theories of education, an array of case studies that elaborate on extra-curriculum education will also be presented. We will examine the relationship between education and nation building, the impact of schooling on social stratification, the functions and effects of education, the teaching of discipline through extra-curriculum educational activities, and the relationship between the educational system and the workplace. This course is mounted for all students with interest in the sociology of education.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3205","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Power:Who Gets to Rule?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to political sociology which is broadly concerned with understanding such phenomena as power, state and society relations, and the nature and consequences of social conflict.  The main concerns of this module are issues pertaining to modern society and capitalist development, referring to diverse cases from Western Europe to Southeast Asia.  We will also be looking at the state, civil society and societal movements, including that of labour, and such contentious contemporary issues as economic globalization, US global hegemony, and terrorism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3207","ModuleTitle":"Cultures of Kinship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Kinship, a foundational concern of anthropology, is essentially about relationships. We investigate the forms, meanings and manipulations of relationships that people have constructed across various historical and cultural contexts. Comparing the diverse ways in which people live, labour and love, we examine the centrality of kinship to understandings of what it means to be a person. Concurrently, kinship is a medium for grappling with the interactions between intimate life and public culture, domestic production-reproduction and political economy, everyday practices and conceptual structures and affection and moral obligations. Our focus is on how kinship is a vital force in contemporary societies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3208","ModuleTitle":"Religion in Society & Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module has three primary foci: (1) the nature of religions as historically and geographically situated social practice, (2) an introduction to select historically significant/influential theories of religion and influences of these theories within Anthropology and Sociology, and (3) exposing students to contemporary sociological/anthropological research on selected religions/religious practices, which may include Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Taoism and Buddhism. Students will apply social science research methodologies to their own explorations of social practices of religion within the context of Singapore. These research opportunities are designed to have students explore religious practices other than their own and those of their ancestors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3215","ModuleTitle":"Law and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module takes the idea and reality of law as a social phenomenon, drawing on classical and contemporary social theories and on empirical studies on the development of law in pre-modern, modern, and contemporary societies. Basic issues include the following: law versus custom; the idea of justice; types and processes of regulation, adjudication and punishment; law in relation to political power, social inequality and ideology; law as a mechanism for social change; the transformations of modern law; and the organization of modern legal systems. This module is mounted for students throughout NUS with interest in law and its implications on the society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3221","ModuleTitle":"Qualitative Inquiry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module will give students an understanding of the value of qualitative research as well as a practical grasp of a variety of qualitative research strategies and techniques (participant observation, ethnographic fieldwork, in-depth interviews, life history interviews, oral history and other qualitative methods).  It will introduce students to some key theoretical issues that structure the ongoing debates about qualitative methodology in the social sciences.  It will provide the space for learning, experiencing and practising actual qualitative research. The course will involve discussions and presentations on the use of a variety of qualitative methods in relation to a particular study that the students will undertake.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3223","ModuleTitle":"Visual Culture I: Seeing & Representing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introductory take on the importance of visual images and acts of looking in contemporary, globalized and technologized societies. It covers some of the major theoretical perspectives on how objectivity, subjectivity and relations of power are expressed by visual means. These perspectives are grounded and assessed with reference to historical and contemporary practices of image-making and imageconsumption, covering a variety of visual media and application domains. At the end of the module, students will have gained familiarity\r\nwith key repertoires for the study of visual culture, and increased their “visual  literacy” as image producers and consumers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-2-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3224","ModuleTitle":"Theory and Practice in Cultural Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The course is intended as a 'capstone' to unify and ground the Cultural Studies Minor. As such, it explores the critical tradition from which Cultural Studies emerged and examines some of the directions that this critical tradition went as it encountered and modified institutions and institutional practice in the 20th and 21st centuries. Students gain additional coverage and depth as they work the theoretical terrain underpinning all courses in the minor while also generating essays and projects that reveal this critical ground in an applied fashion. \n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"XD3101","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC3225","ModuleTitle":"Social Capital","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The concept of social capital has gained popularity, both in sociology and outside the academia globally. The theoretical basis of social capital is that resources embedded in social relations affect the life chances of individuals and collectivities. It has also been argued that social capital has a significant impact on occupational mobility, civic engagement, social movement, and economic development. The module will explore (1) the theories of social capital, (2) the empirical work on social capital, (3) linkages between social capital and instrumental and expressive actions, (4) new directions for research extension of the theory of social capital.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SC3229","ModuleTitle":"Comparing Deviance: Perverts & Scandalous Improprieties","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"While norm violations occur everywhere, the responses to them vary. This module is a comparative study of deviance with a focus on empirical case studies. “Nuts, sluts, perverts” is Alexander Liazo’s phrase to refer to deviants from below like mental patients, sex workers and sexual outlaws. “Scandals” involve deviance from above, committed by authorities such as clergy abuse, official corruption and corporate malfeasance. Analyzing the range of underdog and elite forms of deviance in terms of disparities in their social constructions, criminal processing and dispensing of justice would enhance our understanding of structures of inequality and power.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a\r\nfew involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC4101","ModuleTitle":"Practising Anthropology and Sociology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide honours students with a final opportunity to recollect, summarize and reorganise the disparate modules in their four years of studying anthropology and sociology. The broad philosophical and pragmatic questions addressed in this course are: What is meant by thinking anthropologically and sociologically? How does one put anthropologically nuanced and sociologically framed analysis and subsequently knowledge derived to work at different scales in institutional activities. How does one practise anthropology and sociology in everyday life? In short, what does it meant to be an anthropologist or a sociologist?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-1-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC4206","ModuleTitle":"Urban Anthropology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the relevance and importance of anthropological approaches toward understanding urban life using the ethnographic field method. Issues to be critically examined include the construction and production of space and place in relation to the dynamic interplay of urban structures; the politics of gender, ethnicity, consumption, work and leisure; and processes that\n“globalise” cities and the urban nightlife. This module is useful for students who are interested in enhancing their analytical skills, conducting field ethnography and applying anthropology to analysing urban life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4209","ModuleTitle":"Interpretive Sociology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a methodology module which examines the various approaches to doing sociological interpretation. The methodological texts of major theorists form the reading material. The theorists studied include: Durkhiem, Weber, Foucault, Barthes, Freud and Habermas. The approaches to be examined include inter-subjective understanding, discursive analysis, semiotics, elements of psychoanalysis and Critical Theory. The aim of the module is to prepare students for the analysis of qualitative and textual data for their research projects, therefore, it will use students' research topics as substantive illustrations of the appropriateness of the different approaches.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4210","ModuleTitle":"Sociology of Migration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module deals with the main contemporary issues and problems that have their roots in migration and its consequences at the individual, societal, and global level. It will focus on the following issues and processes: the migratory process and the formation of ethnic groups; postwar migration patterns, the globalization of international migration; new migration in the Asia-Pacific; migrants and minorities in the labour force; the migratory process: Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei compared; new ethnic minorities and society; immigration policies and politics; and migration in the New World order. This module is mounted for students with interest in human migration and its implications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4219","ModuleTitle":"Social Origins and Consequences of Financial Crises","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is an introduction to the study of the causes and consequences of financial crises from a sociological perspective. The module will introduce\r\nstudents to major episodes of financial crises in history, with particular emphasis on crises in emerging and developing countries since the 1970s, the Great\r\nDepression, and the financial collapse of 2007-09. The focus of the module is in delineating the causal connections among inequality, class politics, accumulation patterns, the ascent of finance, globalization, and financial crises. The module surveys how financial crises affect domestic and international politics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SC4221","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Analysis of Human Rights","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Human rights are one of the most globalized, yet often vigorously contested, political values of our time. This course takes a critical and empirical approach and\r\nfocuses on the following human rights issues: the ontology of being human; relativist versus universalist positions on human rights issues; empirical case studies of human rights violations associated with ethnic conflict and civil war; minorities' rights; the rights of children; transnational capital, development and local community/ indigenous rights; and human rights, the state and the international system.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\n\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"SC4208A Comparative Analysis of Human Rights","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4222","ModuleTitle":"Body and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a course that surveys the enormous intellectual growth of studies of the human body in sociology, anthropology and other social science disciplines. It\r\nwill focus on the diverse social meanings of the body situated within a range of social contexts. Sociocultural notions of the body are examined through analyses of corporeal experiences in relation to religion, the senses, health, spectacles,\r\ncommodification, technology, and other substantive dimensions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"SC4208B Body and Society","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4228","ModuleTitle":"Making Sense of Violence","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"What is violence? How is violence materialized, contested and reproduced? What can anthropology offer to understandings of violence? Exploring  phenomena ranging from war, genocide and terrorism to domestic abuse, poverty and crime, this course examines violence as a domain of cultural understanding and a mode of social action. Involving both overt and\r\nspectacular expressions and implicit and everyday forms, our understandings of violence will span the intimacy of the family, the nationalisms of states and the economics of global corporations. Through the comparison of cross-cultural ethnographies, we look critically at the theoretical, empirical, methodological and ethical implications of analysing violence.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.25","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before: \r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards: \r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20\r\nor be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module requires students to conduct an independent research project on an approved topic under the supervision of an academic staff. The research project, which usually includes some fieldwork, will be submitted as an Honours Thesis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-24-13.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of SC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"SC4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"SC4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4881","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Health & Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module discusses in detail selected healthcare issues that concern individuals, families, organizations and society. These issues are: (1) the ethical and policy aspects of healthcare delivery including organ donation and transplantation; (2) privacy and confidentiality in medical records and doctor-patient relations with particular attention to genetic testing and HIV/AIDS; (3) culture and lifestyle changes affecting perceptions of health and illness and health-related behaviour; and (4) social transformations in healing systems including the incorporation of traditional systems of healing into the formal health care services. Students with previous exposure to Medical Sociology are highly recommended to read this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20\r\nor be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"SC4214 Selected Topics in Health and Society","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC4882A","ModuleTitle":"Perspectives on State & Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"What is the impact of globalization on the state, and how can we come to terms with these two concepts? What is the future form of state-society relations, and do concepts such as democracy, civil society, national identity and rethinking as we move into a highly connected world? Using cases from around the globe, students will be exposed to the very broad perspective offered by comparative and historical analysis. The course will initiate thinking about social welfare options and citizenship in a globalized world. Through historical and comparative analyses, critical questions about the role of the state in welfare provisions, economic development, and democratic development will be examined. This module is mounted for students throughout NUS with interest in the state-society relationship.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in SC or 28MCs in PS with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in SC or 28MCs in PS or 28MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"SC4215A Perspectives on State and Society","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC5101","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed as an intermediate level of research methods in Sociology. The module covers the following key areas (a) theorising and conceptualization, (b) measurement (c) sampling approaches (d) quantitative research methods (including survey research, nonreactive research, \r\nand experimental research); (e) qualitative research methods (including interviewing andobservational techniques); (f) qualitative analysis (grounded theory); (g) quantitative analysis. Following the change in content, SC5101 will be retitled as “Graduate Research Methods”","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SC6101","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC5101R","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC5209","ModuleTitle":"SOCIOLOGY OF EVERYDAY LIFE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides sociological ways of looking at a multitude of patterns of everyday life, ranging from talking, touching, feeling, using space, waiting, relating to members of the opposite sex, choosing clothing, to presenting images of oneself to others. A large part of the module will focus on everyday life through the understanding of processes of interaction, as well as the mutually transformative connections between social structures and everyday face-to-face encounters. Using existing sociological frameworks and case studies, it analyses the form and character of everyday life experiences of Singaporeans.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC5209R","ModuleTitle":"SOCIOLOGY OF EVERYDAY LIFE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides sociological ways of looking at a multitude of patterns of everyday life, ranging from talking, touching, feeling, using space, waiting, relating to members of the opposite sex, choosing clothing, to presenting images of oneself to others. A large part of the module will focus on everyday life through the understanding of processes of interaction, as well as the mutually transformative connections between social structures and everyday face-to-face encounters. Using existing sociological frameworks and case studies, it analyses the form and character of everyday life experiences of Singaporeans.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC5223","ModuleTitle":"Social Networks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"We are living in a connected social world. The quest for a mechanism by which social connection is formed and dissolved and the pursuit of the impact of such mechanism on diverse areas such as economy, politics, culture, collective movement, technological development, or medicine have made social networks a popular topic in and beyond sociology. The module is a graduate course of social network theories and methods with three purposes: (1) introducing the theories of social networks, (2) teaching varied methods to measure social networks, and (3) providing practical opportunities to apply the methods to students’ research projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SC6229","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC5223R","ModuleTitle":"Social Networks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"We are living in a connected social world. The quest for a mechanism by which social connection is formed and dissolved and the pursuit of the impact of such mechanism on diverse areas such as economy, politics, culture, collective movement, technological development, or medicine have made social networks a popular topic in and beyond sociology. The module is a graduate course of social network theories and methods with three purposes: (1) introducing the theories of social networks, (2) teaching varied methods to measure social networks, and (3) providing practical opportunities to apply the methods to students’ research projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SC6229","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SC5770","ModuleTitle":"Graduate Research Seminar for Masters students","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters students admitted from AY2010/2011. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded \"Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory\" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SC6770","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Sociology in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, number of contact hours, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Sociology Masters students are not allowed to read SC6660 to fulfill their coursework requirement. If they wish to read SC6660 in addition to the required coursework component, permission must first be sought from the Department’s Graduate Chair.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SC6770","ModuleTitle":"GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIOLOGY","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The\r\nmodule may be spread over two semesters and will be graded \"Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory\" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SDM5001","ModuleTitle":"SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Systems Architecture deals with principles of implementation and evaluation of complex systems. Developing architecture is the most abstract function in system/product development. The course examines various notions of systems architecting (including aspects of organizational and information architecture) and offers principles and tools for its development. A wide variety of real-world case studies (including examples of transportation, utility, electronic, mechanical, enterprise, traditional information and document management systems, etc.) will be drawn upon. The course addresses issues such as dealing with legacy and change, enterprise-wide interoperability as well as support for knowledge management.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SDM5010","ModuleTitle":"Model-Based Systems Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is fast\r\nbecoming the industry standard for describing systems to\r\nsupport performance of key systems engineering tasks.\r\n\r\nThe module shows how a model-based view is fundamental to systems development. It describes the use of the four fundamental views of a system defined in SysML, for the purpose of performing SE tasks. It demonstrates how these views can be systematically developed using an MBSE methodology, and then used in requirements specification, architecting, trade-off analysis, testing and verification. The coverage also includes the transformation of SysML diagrams into executable models useful for systems-level analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DTS5725 Model-Based Systems Engineering","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SDM5990","ModuleTitle":"SDM RESEARCH PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & MGT","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"MT5910 LaunchPad: Experiential Entrepreneurship & MT5900 MOT Research Project","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE1101E","ModuleTitle":"Southeast Asia: A Changing Region","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Description Southeast Asia has been described as one of the 'crossroads of the world' - a place where people from many cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds meet. The intermingling of people, the exchange of ideas and international commerce have been part of Southeast Asian life for centuries. This module surveys the broad currents of conflict, change and continuity across the region from a multidisciplinary perspective. It looks at how Southeast Asian societies and political systems have changed over time in response to the pressures of ecology, colonialism, nationalism, urbanization and globalization. The module also looks at the way ethnic, religious, national and regional identities have been constructed, used and altered over time. The overall objective is to provide students with an introduction to different ways of exploring Southeast Asia and different experiences of living in the region.","CrossModule":",SSA1202","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEK1008, GEM1008K, SSA1202, SS1203SE","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SE2210","ModuleTitle":"Popular Culture in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Popular culture - in forms such as music, cinema and magazines - has been seen as a way for non-elite groups to make sense of their common experiences. In the modern era, these pop culture products have also been linked with mass-production and standardised, commercialised commodities which work to entertain and distract. However, more recent scholarship has seen popular culture as a possible means of contesting dominant ideologies. This module examines the debate by considering various forms of popular culture in Southeast Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SE4215","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE2213","ModuleTitle":"Politics in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Political systems in Southeast display a great variety of characteristics. Some, for example, are authoritarian while others are democratic. Some appear stable while others are subject to tumultuous change. This module examines the historical background and the nature of political competition in different countries of the region: how various groups have succeeded or failed in gaining power, the institutions that structure political contests, and the ideas behind different political agendas. The aim is to provide a multidisciplinary understanding of politics in Southeast Asia with which we can revisit ongoing debates on such issues as democracy, legitimacy, stability and reform.","CrossModule":"SSA2207","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SE2281 or SSA2207 or SS2207SE, SC2207","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SE2214","ModuleTitle":"Arts of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Does Southeast Asian art have its own aesthetic character?  Southeast Asia has evolved many distinctive local art forms in such media as textiles, metal, and stone sculpture. For over 2,000 years Southeast Asian artists have explored numerous sources of inspiration: their local environments, their national culture and political situation, changes instigated by politics, technology and the economy, link to other parts of Asia, and the global art community. This module will explore both the unique features of the individual works of art and the influences of various external forces which the artists experience and express.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE2217","ModuleTitle":"War and Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The recent strengthening of the U.S. military presence in Southeast Asia is better understood in comparative, historical perspective. This module identifies and compares a number of periods in the past when a powerful imperial force succeeded in dominating parts, if not all, of the region. This module seeks to identify the attributes of imperial domination in Southeast Asia, how it establishes itself and deals with resistance, how it maintains itself through attraction and coercion, and eventually declines. The choice of specific topics will vary in relation to available expertise.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE2224","ModuleTitle":"Unmasked! An Introduction to Traditional Dance in SEA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to classical Southeast Asian dance with a particular emphasis on masked dance traditions. Drawing on an analysis of scholarly texts, videos and hands on sessions the module takes students on an exciting theatrical journey through Southeast Asia. Students enrolled in the class will be taught how to appreciate classical dance traditions in the region from a variety of angles, such as dramaturgical principles, music, aesthetics, ritual\r\nsignificance and change. They will also learn to perform and create compositions in a Southeast Asian dance form.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-5-1","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SE2660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This Independent Study Module is specially designed for the Semester-in-SEA programme at the SEASP in order to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Southeast Asian Studies. \n\nWe seek to develop three skills that could only be most fruitfully realised in a fieldwork context away from the campus environment. These are namely: the ability to conduct fieldwork; utilising a Southeast Asian language for academic study; and first-hand engagement with research methodological issues. Beyond the ability of writing a logical essay learnt in campus, the student will develop in-depth academic research capabilities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-4-2-2","Prerequisite":"Students should:  have completed a minimum of 12 MC in Southeast Asian Studies; and  have declared Southeast Asian Studies as their Major.  read or waived from: LAB 1201 & LAB 2201; LAT 1201 & LAT2201; or LAV1201 and LAV2201","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE2880","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Southeast Asian Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to cover selected topics in Southeast Asian Studies. The topic to be covered will depend on the interest and expertise of regular or visiting staff member in the department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE3214","ModuleTitle":"Heritage and Heritagescapes in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides critical knowledge of the historical, natural, political and socio-cultural ‘work’ underlying the making, management and marketing of heritage(scapes) in Southeast Asia. It begins by focusing on relevant concepts, before considering the contemporary material, symbolic and social uses and impacts of heritage(scapes) within the region. It offers a broad overview of how (spatial) practices, ideas, policies and technologies have been mobilised for multiple purposes, and discusses issues that emerge when planning for, and promoting, this heritage for diverse populations. Ultimately, heritage(scapes) here are also conceptualised as veritable lens to understand and further enhance Southeast Asian societies today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE3226","ModuleTitle":"Hard at work: the changing face of labour in SEA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"In this class, students are introduced to the history and ethnography of work in Southeast Asia. The class focuses on a particular country in the region depending on the instructor. Students read texts that explore the social, political, economic, cultural, and technological forces that have shaped work in the region since the 1800s. At the same time, students are introduced to the practices of ethnographic fieldwork, including observing, interviewing, writing, and editing. Students also read critically ethnographies of work from the region and the world. Students then apply these practices and insights through field research projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SE3227","ModuleTitle":"Maritime History and Culture of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"For 2000 years, Southeast Asia has been an important crossroad of world maritime trade, but the study of maritime history and culture have not been well\r\ndeveloped on a regional level. The study of maritime culture in Southeast Asia requires integration of data from numerous disciplines including archaeology,\r\nhistory, economics, engineering, and ecology, to name some of the most significant. Singapore’s prosperity depends to a major extent on its port, yet students do not appreciate its importance. This module will explore commercial and cultural links between the Arabo-Persian region, India, Southeast Asia, and China over the past two millennia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE3232","ModuleTitle":"Death and Dying in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Southeast Asians have been fascinated with the idea of death and dying for centuries. In fact, almost all Southeast Asian cultures and communities have developed highly intricate and complex ideas, ceremonies and rituals for all activities associated with death and dying. This module enables students to understand and demystify the topic of death and dying in Southeast Asia from a multidisciplinary perspective. It looks into how various communities, medical institutions, commercial enterprises and religious groups in the region cope and understand death and dying in order to further understand Southeast Asia, one of the most complex regions in the world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE3550","ModuleTitle":"Southeast Asian Studies Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Internships vary in length and take place within organisations or companies located in Singapore or Southeast Asian countries. Internships with organisations or companies in Southeast Asian countries will occur during the semester-in-SEA programme at the SEASP. \n\nAll internships are vetted and approved by the SEASP, have relevance to the major in Southeast Asian Studies, involve the application of subject knowledge and theory in reflection upon the work, and are assessed. Available credited internships will be advertised at the beginning of each semester. Internships proposed by students will require the approval of the department.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"All internships must include a minimum of 120 hours, accumulated during one period.","Prerequisite":"Students should:  have completed a minimum of 24 MC in Southeast Asian Studies; and  have declared Southeast Asian Studies as their Major.","Preclusion":"Any other XX3550 module. [Note: Students who change major may not do a second internship in their new major)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE3660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This Independent Study Module is specially designed for the Semester-in-SEA programme at the SEASP in order to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Southeast Asian Studies. \n\nWe seek to develop three skills that could only be most fruitfully realised in a fieldwork context away from the campus environment. These are: the ability to conduct fieldwork; utilising a Southeast Asian language for academic study; and first-hand engagement with research methodological issues. \n\nThe student is expected to develop more reflexive research capacity and present a seminar at the end of the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-4-2-2","Prerequisite":"Students should:  have completed a minimum of 24 MC in Southeast Asian Studies; and  have declared Southeast Asian Studies as their Major.  read or waived from: LAB 1201 & LAB 2201; LAT 1201 & LAT2201; or LAV1201 and LAV2201","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE4101","ModuleTitle":"SEA Studies: Theory & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The module prepares Honours students for their thesis exercise, particularly in the choice of analytical framework and appropriate research design. Students are introduced to various ideas about 'theory' and 'practice' in research on Southeast Asia. Different disciplinary approaches are compared and evaluated in terms of the way they formulate research questions, conceptualise research design and measure evidence. Attention will also be paid to modes of writing and representation adopted in texts under study. Seminar discussions are aimed at helping students think critically about the suitability of various approaches to their own research interests.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in SE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SE, or 28 MCs in GL or GL recognised non-language modules with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"ALL Non SE major students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE4217","ModuleTitle":"Southeast Asia in the Global Economy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Southeast Asia has been linked to the rest of the world through various channels: historically through colonisation, geographically by land, water and air, economically through trade, financial capital, technology and foreign aid, politically through regional and international organisations, and culturally through human mobility. This module examines these linkages and the various factors that have influenced them particularly in terms of the national, regional and international policies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SE or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SE or 28MCs in SC or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE4218","ModuleTitle":"Majorities and Minorities in SE Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the relations between majorities and minorities in Southeast Asia. It aims are to understand how the relationships between the state and its peoples of different ethnicity and between the majority and the minority have brought about historical development and change, politically and economically, in the region. Discussions include the historical background of these peoples, their legends and myths of origins, cultures, relationships among ethnic groups and their perceptions of themselves and others, economic life and trade, migration, colonialism, the rise of the nation-state and its impacts on multi-ethnic societies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SE or 28 MCs in MS or 28 MCs in SN, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SE or 28 MCs in MS or 28 MCs in SN or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE4226","ModuleTitle":"Doing Ethnography in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with both methodological and theoretical guidance for doing critical ethnography in Southeast Asia. Students will systematically learn about the fundamentals of practising ethnography in Southeast Asia and consider philosophical-theoretical, disciplinary and ethical issues underpinning each stage of the ethnographic process.Different forms of ethnographic texts on Southeast Asia (including films) will be introduced and students will learn how to critically evaluate ethnographies. Students will have the opportunity to directly apply what they learn to their own research projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in SE or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on Honours track.\n\nCohort 2012 onwards:\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SE or 28MCs in SC with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SE4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Students are required to conduct research on a Southeast Asian topic under the supervision of a member of staff. Topics will be chosen by students in consultation with staff. The length of the honours thesis should not exceed 12,000 words. The honours thesis is equivalent to three modules.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-37.5-0","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SE major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of SE major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"SE4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-10-2.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in SE, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in SE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in SE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"SE4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5151","ModuleTitle":"APPROACHES TO THE STUDY OF SOUTHEAST ASIA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Important contributions to the study of Southeast Asia in fields as diverse as archaeology and history, ethnography and anthropology, economics and political economy, and sociology and geography are surveyed in this module.  It seeks both to familiarize students with the contributions of these disciplines to various contemporary and historical understandings of the region and with the assumptions and interests inherent in those understandings.  The module is required of all Master's (coursework and research) students in their first year of enrolment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5201","ModuleTitle":"Supervised Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This is a dedicated research module for MA coursework students designed to enable them to complete a research-based thesis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-20-0","Prerequisite":"i. Approval of Departmental Graduate Coursework Selection Committee.\r\nii. Must achieve “B” grade in SE5151.\r\niii. Must have completed at least 4 modules with minimum CAP of 4.0.","Preclusion":"SE5660 Independent Study","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5221","ModuleTitle":"Landscapes of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an overview of the diversity of peoples and places in\nSoutheast Asia, with the aim of examining its regional identity. It is grounded conceptually in the notion of “landscape”, situated across multiple scales of reality from the local to the global. Empirically, aspects of material and  on-material cultures and dimensions of Southeast Asia will be discussed, including the economy, religion, environment and politics. The potential and limits\nof “landscape geography” in critically understanding Southeast Asia will also be assessed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GE5214","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SE5221R","ModuleTitle":"Landscapes of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an overview of the diversity of peoples and places in Southeast Asia, with the aim of examining its regional identity. It is grounded conceptually in the notion of “landscape”, situated across multiple scales of reality from the local to the global. Empirically, aspects of material and non-material cultures and dimensions of Southeast Asia will be discussed, including the economy, religion, environment and politics. The potential and limits of “landscape geography” in critically understanding Southeast Asia will also be assessed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5243","ModuleTitle":"COUNTRY STUDIES: INDONESIA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to study contemporary and recent economic, social and political trends in Indonesia. In doing so, it will draw upon models and interpretations of Indonesia socio-economic and power structures which have been developed by political scientists and anthropologists. Topics for study will include the role of key institutions and interest groups ? monarchy, bureaucracy, military, political parties and the new middle class.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5243R","ModuleTitle":"COUNTRY STUDIES: INDONESIA","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to study contemporary and recent economic, social and political trends in Indonesia. In doing so, it will draw upon models and interpretations of Indonesia socio-economic and power structures which have been developed by political scientists and anthropologists. Topics for study will include the role of key institutions and interest groups ? monarchy, bureaucracy, military, political parties and the new middle class.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Southeast Asian Studies in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SE5201 Supervised Research Project","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE5880","ModuleTitle":"Topics in Southeast Asian Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to cover specialized topics in Southeast Asian Studies. The topic(s) to be covered will depend on the interest and expertise of regular or visiting staff members.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SE6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Southeast Asian Studies in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG4206","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Integration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of this course are to teach students the different technologies that are currently being used to meet the integration needs of organizations, to show how to perform architectural analysis, design and implementation for an enterprise integration solution, to identify possible architectural options and determine the most suitable option for a given business scenario, and how to plan and manage integration. Topics covered in the course include fundamental concepts of Enterprise Integration; an overview of critical technologies; Integration Methodology, B2B Integration, and Web Services for Enabling Integration. There will be a Design/Programming assignment.  This course is intended for IT professionals who are involved in developing or integrating enterprise-wide applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-1.8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5101","ModuleTitle":"Software Analysis & Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"SG5101-1 Object-Oriented Requirements & Analysis\r\nThe objectives of this module are to introduce students to OO development. The OO lifecycle will be illustrated using the Rational Unified Process (RUP). The course describes the RUP OOAD method and how to use the Rational CASE tools; The course also describes the various activities and artifacts created during OO requirements analysis, including creating the user requirement specification, Requirements modeling: and developing the Use Case model, creating the domain object model. The course then goes to describe analysis modeling, including constructing the analysis object model and assigning operations. There will be an OO Requirements and analysis assignment. This module is compulsory for all SE students.\r\n\r\nSG5101-2 Object Oriented Design & Implementation\r\nThe objectives of this module are to teach students how to design and implement OO systems. The course will begin by revisiting the OO lifecycle, and concentrating on design and implementation issues. The course will then describe details of design modeling, including construction of the design object model, how to assign attributes; and constructing interaction diagrams; Advanced issues such as interacting with RDBMS, the relationship with Client/Server implementations and distributed computing are also explored. Finally implementing RUP projects, with examples of RUP projects moving into Java are given. There will be an OO implementation assignment. This module is compulsory for all SE students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-1-1-9.2-5","Prerequisite":"SG4101 BASIC SOFTWARE ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5103","ModuleTitle":"SOFTWARE QUALITY MANAGEMENT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"SG5103-1 Software Quality Engineering\r\nThe objective of this course is to provide an introduction to Software quality engineering It begins by describing features of modern quality thinking, including Deming?s 14 Points It then gives an overview of CMM and compares CMM and ISO9001; The course covers the following topics: Planning for Quality; Software Quality Assurance Activities in the Software Life Cycle; Quality Factors; Quality Metrics; Quality Roles and Responsibilities, Quality Policies and Quality audits. This module is compulsory for all SE students.\r\n\r\nSG5103-2 Software Quality Management Systems\r\nThe objective of this course is to provide an introduction to SQMS and ISO9001:2000. It describes how to conduct a pre-assessment. It then focuses on developing an SQMS. In particular it describes Quality manual development, the quality system framework, life cycle activities, supporting activities,. There is a quality manual development assignment, quality audit assignments and pre-assessment assignments. This module is compulsory for all SE students.\r\n\r\nSG5103-3 Peer Reviews\r\nThe objective of this course is to teach how to perform Peer Reviews. It provides an overview of Peer reviews, and describes Rules, Source Documents and Kin; the Software Inspection Process, and Inspection roles and responsibilities; Software Inspection Defect classifications; Defect Logging, Peer Review Follow-up. There is a peer review assignment. This module is compulsory for all SE students.\r\n\r\nSG5003-4 Software Testing\r\nThe objective of this course is to teach how to effectively test software Topics covered in the course include; Purpose of Testing; Functional and Quality Testing; Testing Techniques; Tool Support for Testing; Success Criteria; Defect Tracking and Defect Cause Analysis. This module is compulsory for all SE students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-1-1-9.2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5116","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5117","ModuleTitle":"Software Engineering Overseas Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The Software Engineering Overseas Practicum is designed to allow students to experience entrepreneurial enterprises, such as high technology start-up companies, in rapidly developing economies, such as Israel and China, and\r\ncontribute to those companies by playing a significant role in the development of an advanced software product.\r\n\r\nThe practicum allows students to apply their knowledge in a real world context, demonstrating their mastery of a range of Software Engineering skills, such as project management, requirements analysis, architecture and design, software construction, verification and validation.\r\n\r\nThis module is conducted in collaboration with the NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0.0-0.0-0.0-30.0-0.0","Prerequisite":"Before commencing the Software Engineering Overseas Practicum, the students must successfully complete the four MTech SE core courses:\r\n\r\nSG4101 Basic Software Engineering Discipline\r\nSG5101 Object Oriented Analysis and Design\r\nSG5102 Software Project Management\r\nSG5103 Software Quality Management\r\n\r\nIn addition, they must demonstrate in the electives they have taken and/or in their work experience that they have the technical background for the project being offered by NOC.","Preclusion":"Students that select SG5116 Software Engineering Project cannot also select the Software Engineering Overseas Practicum and vice versa.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5118","ModuleTitle":"Individual Software Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The Individual Software Practicum is designed to allow students to experience entrepreneurial enterprises, such as high technology start-up companies, and contribute to those companies by playing a significant role in the\ndevelopment of an advanced software product.\n\nThe practicum allows students to apply their knowledge in a real world context, demonstrating their mastery of a range of Software skills, such as in project management, requirements analysis, architecture and design, software construction, verification and validation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-45-0","Prerequisite":"Before commencing the Individual Software Practicum, the students must successfully complete the four MTech SE core courses:\nSG4101 Basic Software Engineering Discipline\nSG5101 Object Oriented Analysis and Design\nSG5102 Software Project Management\nSG5103 Software Quality Management\nIn addition, they must demonstrate in the electives they have taken and/or in their work experience that they have the technical background for the available projects.","Preclusion":"Students that select SG5116 Software Engineering Project cannot also select the Individual Software Practicum and vice versa.","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"SG5207","ModuleTitle":"Managing IT Outsourcing & Subcontracting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to explain how to manage outsourced or subcontracted projects. This course will explore the various aspects of subcontracting and outsourcing. In particular it will discuss the strategic rationale for outsourcing projects, the process for evaluating contractors and the technique for managing and controlling vendors. Contractual and legal aspects of outsourcing are also discussed. Part of this course will involve students negotiating and writing their own outsourcing contracts. This course is appropriate for all software engineers or project managers who are involved in managing or implementing outsourced projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-1.8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5208","ModuleTitle":"Object Oriented Design Patterns","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of this course will be to advance the use of OO design patterns in software development. The course will explain how the use of OO design patterns will improve the transition from Object Oriented analysis to design, and will generally improve Object Oriented implementation. The course will Introduce design patterns, and will show how Design Patterns work using a Case Study. The course will also describe Object Oriented Design Principles and will include Design Pattern Programming Workshops using C++, Java, C#, etc. The course will also cover Web-based Application Patterns and will finally describe the benefits of Design Patterns. There will be a design/programming project. This course is intended for OO designers/developers who wish to use advanced techniques to develop OO systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-1.8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5209","ModuleTitle":"Enterprise Java","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this course is to teach students about building Enterprise applications. Design challenges and issues that need to be considered will be discussed. Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) as a solution to build Enterprise application will be introduced. J2EE is a framework for building robust, secure and scalable applications. It simplifies the development of enterprise applications using servlet, JSP and EJB technologies to create robust and dynamic web applications, build reusable business objects and services that can be shared across the enterprise. This course will also teach how J2EE implements security and transaction features necessary for typical web-based e-commerce applications. There will be a design/programming project. This course is intended for OO designers/developers who wish to develop enterprise Java applications.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-1.8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5211","ModuleTitle":"Business Process Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course applies the principles of engineering and management to business processes with the aim of enhancing customer value. Business Process Management (BPM) involves analyzing, automating, deploying, monitoring and maintaining business processes on a continuous basis. Focusing on the criticality of business processes, the course uses BPM as an approach to reduce the gap between business intent and execution. By taking a simulation based approach the course teaches techniques to analyze, design, deploy and digitize business processes. This is further enriched by coverage of industry specific process frameworks. Finally, the role of business processes in the overall services architecture is covered to provide a holistic perspective","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-1.8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5220","ModuleTitle":"Independent Work 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Independent Work 1","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-1-1-5-1","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5221","ModuleTitle":"Independent Work 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"Independent Work 2","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-1-1-5-1","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5225","ModuleTitle":"Architecting Software Solutions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip the participants with knowledge to build robust, scalable and maintainable software architectures. The participant will get to understand how the solution architecture fits into the broader context of\r\nsoftware development and enterprise architectures of the organization. The syllabus focuses on the understanding of architectural concepts, software qualities such as availability, performance and security and reusing of\r\narchitectural patterns. By combining lectures with scenario based workshops, the participant will apply the patterns and software qualities with respect to Web and middleware architectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-2","Prerequisite":"While there is no module pre-requisites, the student is\r\nexpected to have knowledge in the following topics:\r\n- Java (preferred) or .NET Programming\r\n- Object Oriented Design","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SG5228","ModuleTitle":"Digital Innovation and Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"The next lap in IT Requirements Engineering will involve emerging Service Models. Such models involve value being co-created with and by both producers as well as consumers of the Service. The concept of value in use replaces the more traditional value in exchange.\r\nHelped by participatory technologies, co-created value may be derived not just from collaboration but also from collective intelligence.\r\nThis module will cover the Service Innovation and Design spectrum from conception through design and implementation with key references to frameworks, models, patterns, methodologies, techniques and best practices. Topics are backed by practice workshops to hone the foundational knowledge and skills for the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"6.5-0-0-10-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SG5236","ModuleTitle":"Machine Learning for Software Engineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides a thorough introduction to machine learning, datamining, and statistical pattern recognition. Topics include: \n\n(i) Supervised learning (parametric/non-parametric algorithms, support vector machines, kernels, neural networks).  \n(ii) Unsupervised learning (clustering, dimensionality reduction, recommender systems).  \n(iii) Best practices in machine learning (bias/variance theory; innovation process in machine learning and AI).  \n\nExtensive programming workshops are included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-1.0-0-3.0-2.0","Prerequisite":"Programming skills.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SG5237","ModuleTitle":"Secure Software Life Cycle","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"In light of heightened information security concerns, organisations are looking at security as part of software development and lifecycle. Without Security involvement, applications can be developed that create major security exposures. Such security flaws, if discovered late, can result in applications having to be redeveloped, or can force reliance on expensive, inflexible security solutions to be added.\r\n\r\nSecurity education provides application developers knowledge and awareness to avoid developing insecure applications. This course details security measures that must be put in different phases of software lifecycle, from\r\nrequirements, design to acceptance phases as well as deployment maintenance and ultimately disposal.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1.5-0.5-0.5-3-2","Prerequisite":"There are no hard prerequisites in terms of existing courses, but students are expected to have basic knowledge of software development techniques and the software development lifecycle.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5002","ModuleTitle":"Fundamentals in Industrial Safety","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course provides basic industrial and process safety knowledge for safety practitioners. It covers the life-cycle (birth-to-death principle) approach in preventing safety problems in industry. Introductory techniques to risk management such as hazard identification, risk assessment, risk evaluation and risk treatment will be covered. Concepts on system safety, inherently safe design, equipment/process reliability, redundancy and common cause failures in the prevention of industrial accidents will also be taught.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"1 or 2 years of basic chemistry; some working experience","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5101","ModuleTitle":"INDUSTRIAL TOXICOLOGY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course covers the absorption of chemicals into human bodies, their bio-transformation, excretion and adverse effects on the target organs. Other topics cover including toxicological studies and the application of toxicological information in the prevention of occupational diseases in the workplace.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5102","ModuleTitle":"OCCUPATIONAL ERGONOMICS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The course covers human capability and job demands. The principles of job design and analysis, and their application in the prevention of occupational disorders arising from the mismatch worker and job will be covered. Other topics cover including anthropometry, biomechanics, work physiology and work psychology, job factors and environmental factors in occupational disorders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5107","ModuleTitle":"INDUSTRIAL VENTILATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5202","ModuleTitle":"QUANTIFIED RISK ANALYSIS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5206","ModuleTitle":"Human Factors in Process Safety","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to the human factors that arise from the interaction of the characteristics in the operators, organizations and facilities or equipment. Human factors influence the performance of the operators and the risk of the operators to commit human error in the industry. The course covers the identification and evaluation of these characteristics in the operators, organizations and facilities, as well as methods for preventing the human error in process safety.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-5-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SH5401","ModuleTitle":"SHE & QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5403","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SH5404","ModuleTitle":"Safety Health and Environmental Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CHEMICAL & BIOMOLECULAR ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SLP5105","ModuleTitle":"IMPAIRED FUNCTIONING - CHILDREN 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SLP5106","ModuleTitle":"IMPAIRED FUNCTIONING - ADULTS 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SLP5107","ModuleTitle":"IMPAIRED FUNCTIONING - CHILDREN 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SLP5108","ModuleTitle":"IMPAIRED FUNCTIONING - ADULTS 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SLP5109","ModuleTitle":"PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"6","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN1101E","ModuleTitle":"South Asia : People, Culture, Develop'm","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to contemporary South Asia in terms of the significant features of social, cultural and economic life. It will discuss the physical and human resources of the region and give an overview of developments at the outset of the new century. The films, the literature and the arts of the region will be introduced throughout the module to provide a wealth of illustration of the changing patterns of life of the people of the seven nations of South Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN2234","ModuleTitle":"Gender and Society in South Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to expose students to women's position and gender discrimination in South Asia, relating these to broader aspects of society, economy and culture. Comparisons with the students' own experiences, leading to appreciation of cross-cultural perspectives on women and gender, are part of the envisaged learning outcomes. Topics covered include women's position in the family and the kin-group, the market, social and political institutions, violence and trafficking, feminist critiques, activism and resistance, cinematic and literary expressions. The module would be of general interest to all students concerned about women's position and gender, as well those interested in South Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN2274","ModuleTitle":"South Asian Cultures: An Introduction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Popular culture as an academic subject provides a compelling lens to analyse a vast range of topics from family life and urbanisation to leisure and ethics. This module focuses on the different patterns of culture and their mutual exchange in South Asia, through study of a variety of media like art, theatre, TV, advertising, and cinema, in order to arrive at a general understanding of the cultural situation in contemporary South Asia, and to gain deeper insight into emerging trends and fashions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN2275","ModuleTitle":"Tamil Studies I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to enhance the student's ability to comprehend texts on various subjects as well as to communicate effectively their views on complex issues. Various kinds of text types will be used, including commentaries and abstract discourses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Pass in 'AO' Level Tamil","Preclusion":"SN2291","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN2283","ModuleTitle":"China-India Interactions: Changing Perspectives","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module is structured keeping in view the different understanding of Sino-Indian relations and competing economic and political policy discourses in the new millennium. In the light of the above, the module re-examines the connections and interactions in India-China relations through historical and contemporary contexts to enhance the awareness of difference in perspectives and raise the level of mutual understanding, particularly from South Asian\r\nperspectives. It will enable students to critically analyse the ‘realist’ and ‘neo-liberal’ debates in view of a more holistic analysis and better understanding of\r\nthe bilateral relations between China and India.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN3223","ModuleTitle":"International Relations of South Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the International Relations of the South Asian region. It looks at intra-regional relations, the impact of domestic politics on foreign policy, issues of conflict and cooperation and the role of external powers in the region. The foreign policy behaviour of India and Pakistan in particular will be considered. Key issues like the Kashmir conflict, nuclearization of South Asia and terrorism will be explored. The increasing significance of the South Asian region in the emerging global order, regional integration and inter-regional relations will also be analysed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN3261","ModuleTitle":"Exile, Indenture, IT: Global South Asians","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module studies the background leading to the mass migration of the South Asians to Southeast Asia in the nineteenth century, and examines their economic, political and cultural contributions towards the development of the Southeast Asian countries in the twentieth century. It will also examine the roles played by South Asian communities living outside the region in the globalisation of South Asian economies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN3282","ModuleTitle":"Violence and Visual Cultures in South Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This course will examine how conflict and violence in contemporary South Asia have been understood and represented in different visual cultures such as popular film, photography, documentaries and online spaces. This module will interrogate the role of representations of violence within the societies at conflict in India, Sri Lanka, Burma and Nepal and how these are received abroad. It will provide tools for an increased visual awareness and understanding of ethical dialogues that shape violence in South Asia. This interdisciplinary course  onsiders the relationship between images and disciplines such as history, politics, philosophy and anthropology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SN4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The Honours Thesis will normally be done in the second semester of the student’s final year. A qualified student intending to undertake the Honours Thesis will be expected to consult a prospective supervisor in the preceding semester for guidance on the selection of a topic and the preparation of a research proposal. The research proposal will be in an area of South Asian Studies in which the student has the necessary background and will be discussed with the supervisor. The supervisor will provide guidance to the student in conducting researching and writing the thesis of 10,000 to 12,000 words.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-37.5-0","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2015 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SN major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of SN major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"SN4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN5660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in South Asian Studies in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA-NA-NA-NA-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in South Asian Studies in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA-NA-NA-NA-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SN6770","ModuleTitle":"SOUTH ASIA GRADUATE RESEARCH SEMINAR","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This is a required module for all research Masters and PhD students admitted from AY2004/2005. The module provides a forum for students and faculty to share their research and to engage one another critically in discussion of their current research projects. The module will include presentations by faculty on research ethics and dissertation writing. Each student is required to present a formal research paper. Active participation in all research presentations is expected. The module may be spread over two semesters and will be graded \"Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory\" on the basis of student presentation and participation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SP1230","ModuleTitle":"NUS H3 Science Research Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"The SRP is a talent development programme. It is meant for very capable students who aspire to a higher level of challenge than that offered through the mere application of scientific and mathematical concepts in the classroom. Highly motivated students are involved in concentrated research and are mentored by practising mathematicians, scientists, medical researchers and engineers from the Faculties of Science, Medicine and Engineering of the National University of Singapore (NUS) and participating Research Centres/Institutes such as the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, the Tropical Marine Science Institute, the Defence Science & Technology Agency, and the Singapore Botanic Gardens.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Currently taking relevant H2 subjects.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SP1541","ModuleTitle":"Exploring Science Communication through Popular Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"The SP1541 module aims to equip students with the relevant knowledge and skills of how to communicate complex scientific content in ways that are comprehensible and accessible to non-experts. The module presents principles and strategies to deepen students’ understanding of the differences between scientific academic texts such as research reports and popular science genres such as science news articles (Haupt, 2014). Students will be exposed to popular science texts in various scientific disciplines, which will serve as the basis for group discussions, individual presentations and the writing of science news articles targeted at the educated non-specialist audience.","CrossModule":"ES1541","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"This module is meant for students from Cohort 2015 and after. If students are required to take ES1000 (Basic English) and ES1102/ES1103 (English for Academic Purposes), they must complete them before taking SP1541.","Preclusion":"Those who have taken SP1203, ENV1202, SP2171, ES1541, UTown and USP writing modules, ES1601 are precluded from taking SP1541.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SP2171","ModuleTitle":"Discovering Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module is a series of lectures conducted to improve students’ computational, modelling and communication skill as an integral part of the Integrated Science\r\nCurriculum. Students are also required to engage in small-group discussions and undertake focused literature surveys on special topics of their choice within the four major themes in the Integrated Science Curriculum of the Special Programme in Science, namely Atoms to Molecules, The Cell, The Earth and The Universe. Students will read this module in Semester I and Semester II of their first year of study, with a 4-MC workload over two semesters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SP2173","ModuleTitle":"Atoms to Molecules","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This is the first module of an interdisciplinary program covering nature at different scales from “Atoms to Molecules”, “The Cells”, “The Earth” and “The Universe”. “Atoms to Molecules” strives to answer a simple question: “How do atoms come together to produce the vibrant diversity observed in the physical, chemical and biological world?”\r\n\r\nTo this end we follow mans’ quest to understand the atom, the development of ‘quantum mechanics’ and how this leads to our understanding of molecules as collections of atoms. We will also visit the development of techniques that probe the microscopic domain and use some of them (spectroscopy, tunnelling microscopy) in hands-on experiments. We will conclude by studying novel, cutting edge topics such as fullerenes and graphene.\r\n\r\nExtensive use of computational tools (e.g. MATHEMATICA) will be made for simulations and surmounting mathematical barriers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-2-1-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SP3172","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Science Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module serves to initiate students into the arena of scientific investigation and is taken concurrently with SP2171. Students get to design and to conduct laboratory experiments under the supervision of mentors.  The focus of this module parallels closely to that of SP2171. Here, students are strongly encouraged to undertake projects that mirror their chosen topics in SP2171. With the inter-disciplinary flavour, this module provides an avenue for students from several disciplines to work together and it also lays the foundation for further work in experimental science.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SP3203","ModuleTitle":"Aquatic Ecology Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"The aim of the module is to provide students with handson research experience in aquatic ecology; the design, execution and analysis of surveys and experiments. Emphasis is placed on how quantitative scientific methods are applied to study aquatic ecosystems incorporating both theory and practice. The theory is primarily in the form of ecological survey planning and aquatic experimental design. The practical component provides the skills necessary to conduct real aquatic ecology research and present findings. The module covers hypothesis formulation, analytical methods and procedures specific to aquatic systems, as well as the use of statistical information for making ecological inferences. Awareness will be developed of what types of research are realistic given time, skill and budget constraints.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"LSM2251 Ecology and Environment or GE2229 Water and Environment","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SPH2101","ModuleTitle":"Public Health and Epidemiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"Epidemiology is the study of the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined human populations. It is the cornerstone of public health, and provides evidence that impact on both personal decisions about our lives and public policy for preventing and controlling diseases in the population. In this module, we will cover key concepts in epidemiology, including how we measure disease burden, how we study risk factors for disease, how we evaluate interventions like new vaccines and therapies, and how to critically appraise research evidence to inform public health policy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SPH2102","ModuleTitle":"Lifestyle, Behaviour and Public Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an overview of important behavioural lifestyle factors (Smoking, Diet, Physical Activity, Alcohol, and Sexual Behaviour) and their impact on individual and population health. It introduces principles of behavioural change and health promotion and how they apply to behavioural lifestyle factors and disease prevention. Students participating in this module will develop a theoretical understanding of health behaviour and its application to behaviour change approaches. They will also learn to consider effectiveness and ethics of health promotion strategies in the context of discussed lifestyle factors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SPH2105","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Global Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"Over the past decade global health has evolved from buzzword to discipline, attracting interest from governments, academic institutions and funding organizations. But, what is “global health”?\r\n\r\nAlthough we have made enormous progress in improving health status over the past 50 years, the progress has been uneven. Why?\r\n\r\nBy examining major global health challenges, programs and policies, students will analyze current and emerging global health priorities, including communicable and noncommunicable diseases, health inequity, health systems, and major global initiatives for disease prevention.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH2106","ModuleTitle":"Health in the Later Years","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"Singapore has one of the fastest ageing population in Asia and ageing populations are an international phenomenon. To prepare for an aged society, there is a need to understand the wide breadth and complex nature of ageing\r\nwhich impacts the health, physical, functional, social, psychological and economic aspects of an older person. Students will gain a basic overview of the aging population and its increasing relevance for health, social and economic planning and policy, both in Singapore and internationally. Other areas covered include demographgy of ageing, normal and abnormal ageing, common ageingrelated diseases, health and social services and policies for older persons, and medico-legal and ethical issues of care for the older persons.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH3101","ModuleTitle":"Biostatistics for Public Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce the entire biostatistical data analysis workflow in public health, from data management to data analysis and the interpretation of results, translating data into reliable and consumable information for knowledge discovery in public health. Particular emphasis on the application of regression models in public health without the mathematical details and the proficiency in using statistical software (SPSS) to perform data analysis, integrating biostatistics, computer applications and public health for improving the health of mankind.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-2-1-4","Prerequisite":"i. BN2102 Bioengineering Data Analysis\nii. DSC2008 Business Analytics – Data and Decisions\niii. EC2303 Foundations for Econometrics\niv. PL2131 Research and Statistical Methods I\nv. PR1142 Pharmaceutical Statistics\nvi. PR2103 Pharmacostatistics\nvii. SC3209 Data Analysis in Social Research\nviii. ST1131 Introduction to Statistics\nix. ST1232 Statistics for Life Sciences\nx. ST2334 Probability and Statistics","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SPH3103","ModuleTitle":"Public Health Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This course will discuss key concepts that economists use to analyze the production and consumption of health and health care and apply these concepts to selected issues in health policy. We will first cover the microeconomic fundamentals that drive patient choices, provider and behavior, health insurance and medical innovation. The second part of the semester will shift to a macroeconomic perspective on systems and policy, and the third will conclude with a discussion the economic evaluation of health technologies and public health interventions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5001","ModuleTitle":"Foundations of Public Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module motivates and introduces topics, issues and\napproaches that will be further developed in the MPH\nprogramme. It will focus on the origins, history and present\nstate of public health in Singapore and globally and its\nunderpinning ideals. Public health ethics, social-ecological\ndeterminants of health, and numeracy skills to make sense of\nrisk and assess disease burden will be covered. Public health\nevidence-based and systems approach to solving complex\npublic health problems with appropriate research methods\nwill also be introduced.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"6-32-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5002","ModuleTitle":"Public Health Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with the foundational\nknowledge of epidemiology and biostatistics, and introduces\nstudents to the key principles of qualitative research\nmethods. Students will learn how to quantify the burden of\ndisease in populations, identify potential risk factors, develop\nand test hypotheses. Key considerations for the design of\nobservational, interventional, and screening studies, and\nbasic skills related to the analyses and interpretation of data\nfrom such studies will be emphasised. Students will gain an\nappreciation of the complementary nature of qualitative and\nquantitative research methodologies in answering public\nhealth questions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"3-3-3-0-11","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5102 Principles of Epidemiology and CO5103 Quantitative Epidemiologic Methods","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5003","ModuleTitle":"Health Behaviour and Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module applies concepts and methods in social and behavioural sciences to evaluate and inform development of health promotion policies, programmes and services. It provides students with the principles and skills to address the social, psychological and environmental factors influencing behaviour and behaviour change. Upon completion of this module, students will be able to apply commonly used behavioural theories and models to change and evaluate behaviour at the individual, group and community level for the development of effective public health promotion interventions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5203 Lifestyle and Behavior in Health and Disease","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5004","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Health Policy and Policy Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"The module provides students with an overview of health\nsystems and the origin, development, and the various\ncomponents that make up an effective health policy.\nTheoretical frameworks and concepts will be introduced to\nhelp students understand and analyse health policies and\nthe challenges faced by stakeholders in the health system.\nThrough a mix of lectures, in-class group discussion, and\ngroup work with case studies, students will describe,\nanalyse and develop health policy solutions for common\npublic health problems faced by Singapore and regional\ncountries.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5104 Health Policy & Systems","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5005","ModuleTitle":"Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module is both a practice as well as a seminar\ncourse. Module requirements are fulfilled by planning and\nconducting a project in cooperation with an advisor over\nthe course of 6 - 12 months. The project should involve\ncollection of primary data, or an in-depth analysis of\nsecondary data, and should be in the student’s selected\nfocus area, if they’ve chosen one.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"1-1-0-12-6","Prerequisite":"SPH5002 Public Health Research Methods; OR\nCO5102 Principles of Epidemiology and \nCO5103 Quantitative Epidemiologic Methods","Preclusion":"CO5210 Practicum","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5204","ModuleTitle":"Nutrition and Health - Fundamentals and Applications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the concepts and principles underlying nutrition in relation to health and diseases, so as to better understand and address population nutrition challenges. Content areas include an overview of nutrition as a major determinant of health and disease; methods to assess nutritional status; maternal and child health through the lens of a life course perspective; nutrition during ageing and evaluation of effective nutritional interventions. This class will include discussion of nutrition policies and strategies, multi-sectoral approaches and the importance of public- partnerships aimed at preventing chronic diseases.\n\nThere will be a strong emphasis on gaining practical skills in dietary assessments, critical appraisal of scientific literature and media articles relating to diet and nutrition and communication of nutritional science to the public. 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It emphasises the practical aspects\nof how to fit the worker to the job and how to fit the job to\nthe worker and the need for a multifactorial approach to\nthe study of ergonomics/human factors.\nThe basic principles of human, work and environmental\nfactors related to occupational disease and work related\nillness will be discussed.\nCommon issues related to work and stress, work and\nperformance will also be covered in the lectures.\nWork place assessments will also be stressed to evaluate\nvarious ergonomic factors in the implementation of a\nworkplace ergonomics programme and the investigation of\nwork-related accidents.\nIn addition to lectures and tutorials, case studies from\nindustry will also be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5312 Occupational Ergonomics","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5306","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"Rapid urbanisation has resulted in an increasingly built\nenvironment with new dynamic interactions between the\nnatural (biosphere) and man-made (technosphere). This in\nturn leads to emerging health concerns peculiar to an\nurbanised built environment. Events in the natural\nenvironment continue to be of public health importance,\nespecially climate change as evidenced by extreme\nweather events. In addition, the workplace environment is\nof special concern as most adults spend the greater\nproportion of their waking hours there.\nThis module will introduce students to important issues in\nenvironmental and occupational health and equip them\nwith basic skills in identifying and mitigating environmental\nrisk factors, both in the general and workplace\nenvironment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5202 Environmental and Occupational Health","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5406","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Global Health Issues","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module offers students a panoramic overview of the evolving global health landscape in today’s globalised society which is characterised by unprecedented interconnectedness. Public health problems and consequences are now easily trans-national, if not global. We will focus on key cross-cutting thematic areas linking Health with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5221 Contemporary Global Health Issues","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5407","ModuleTitle":"Programme Evaluation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This course is an introductory graduate level course\nto programme evaluation, broadly covering\nformative, process, and impact evaluation.\nFormative evaluation includes needs assessment, a\ntool typically used for programme planning, which is\nan inter-related activity to evaluation. As part of this\ncourse, students will be developing evaluation\nstrategies for an actual public health programme.\nThis is an opportunity to practice evaluation theory,\ndesign, and planning within real world constraints.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5222 Programme Evaluation","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5408","ModuleTitle":"Public Health and Ageing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"In this module, an overview of the ageing population and its\nincreasing relevance for public health planning and policy,\nboth in Singapore and internationally. Major topics include\ndemography of ageing, normal (physiological and\nbiological) and abnormal (physical and mental) ageing,\nprevention of ageing-related diseases and compression of\nmorbidity, health and social services and policies for older\npersons, and medico-legal and ethical issues of care for\nthe older persons. Students will learn how to apply their\nknowledge to critically appraise health and social\nprogrammes and policies for older persons and apply\nmedico-legal and ethical principles in the care for older\npersons.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5230 Public Health and Aging","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5801","ModuleTitle":"Field Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module allows student to apply theories and concepts\ntaught in various modules to a project within a public health\norganisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-7-3","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed at least 20 MCs of modules within the MPH programme.","Preclusion":"CO5231 Field Practice","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5880A","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Epidemiology and Disease Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an opportunity for students to\nlearn about current and emerging topics in one of seven\nkey areas in public health: (a) Epidemiology and Disease\nControl, (b) Quantitative Methods, (c) Environmental /\nOccupational Health, (d) Health Policy and Systems, (e)\nHealth Services Research, (f) Health Promotion and (g)\nGlobal Health.\nSpecific topics will be selected and offered according to\nlearning needs and relevance, and will be taught by faculty\nmembers or visiting experts. 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Modules on topics within the\nrelevant specialisations [(c) and (g)] may be considered as\nfulfilment of requirements for that specialisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5880 Special Topics in Public Health","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5880F","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Health Promotion","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an opportunity for students to\nlearn about current and emerging topics in one of seven\nkey areas in public health: (a) Epidemiology and Disease\nControl, (b) Quantitative Methods, (c) Environmental /\nOccupational Health, (d) Health Policy and Systems, (e)\nHealth Services Research, (f) Health Promotion and (g)\nGlobal Health.\nSpecific topics will be selected and offered according to\nlearning needs and relevance, and will be taught by faculty\nmembers or visiting experts. Modules on topics within the\nrelevant specialisations [(c) and (g)] may be considered as\nfulfilment of requirements for that specialisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5880 Special Topics in Public Health","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5880G","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Global Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide an opportunity for students to\nlearn about current and emerging topics in one of seven\nkey areas in public health: (a) Epidemiology and Disease\nControl, (b) Quantitative Methods, (c) Environmental /\nOccupational Health, (d) Health Policy and Systems, (e)\nHealth Services Research, (f) Health Promotion and (g)\nGlobal Health.\nSpecific topics will be selected and offered according to\nlearning needs and relevance, and will be taught by faculty\nmembers or visiting experts. Modules on topics within the\nrelevant specialisations [(c) and (g)] may be considered as\nfulfilment of requirements for that specialisation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5880 Special Topics in Public Health","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5890A","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Epidemiology and Disease Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"The student, in consultation with the lecturer, will work out\na programme of study which will include topics, readings,\nfieldwork if relevant, and assignments for the module. A\nformal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear\naccount of the learning objectives and programme of study\nand other pertinent details. Head of Department, Program\nDirector’s and Academic Advisor’s approval of the written\nagreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are\nexpected. Evaluation criteria may comprise both\ncontinuous and/or and final assessment, the % distribution\nof which will be worked out between the student and the\nlecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5223 Independent Study Module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5890B","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Quantitative Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"The student, in consultation with the lecturer, will work out\na programme of study which will include topics, readings,\nfieldwork if relevant, and assignments for the module. A\nformal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear\naccount of the learning objectives and programme of study\nand other pertinent details. Head of Department, Program\nDirector’s and Academic Advisor’s approval of the written\nagreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are\nexpected. Evaluation criteria may comprise both\ncontinuous and/or and final assessment, the % distribution\nof which will be worked out between the student and the\nlecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5223 Independent Study Module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5890C","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Environmental / Occupational Health","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"The student, in consultation with the lecturer, will work out\na programme of study which will include topics, readings,\nfieldwork if relevant, and assignments for the module. 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Head of Department, Program\nDirector’s and Academic Advisor’s approval of the written\nagreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are\nexpected. Evaluation criteria may comprise both\ncontinuous and/or and final assessment, the % distribution\nof which will be worked out between the student and the\nlecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5223 Independent Study Module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5890E","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Health Services Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"The student, in consultation with the lecturer, will work out\na programme of study which will include topics, readings,\nfieldwork if relevant, and assignments for the module. A\nformal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear\naccount of the learning objectives and programme of study\nand other pertinent details. Head of Department, Program\nDirector’s and Academic Advisor’s approval of the written\nagreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are\nexpected. 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Head of Department, Program\nDirector’s and Academic Advisor’s approval of the written\nagreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are\nexpected. Evaluation criteria may comprise both\ncontinuous and/or and final assessment, the % distribution\nof which will be worked out between the student and the\nlecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CO5223 Independent Study Module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SPH5890G","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study in Global Health Programs: Planning and Evaluation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","Department":"SAW SWEE HOCK SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH","ModuleDescription":"The student, in consultation with the lecturer, will work out\na programme of study which will include topics, readings,\nfieldwork if relevant, and assignments for the module. A\nformal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear\naccount of the learning objectives and programme of study\nand other pertinent details. Head of Department, Program\nDirector’s and Academic Advisor’s approval of the written\nagreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are\nexpected. 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It enables students to develop skills in understanding and making sense of Singapore society. It also encourages them to develop alternative interpretations of the development of Singapore society. The topics include the following:  the origins of Singapore, ideology and identity, ethnic relations, industrialisation, family, gender, religion, and the state and civil society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GES1028","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSA1202","ModuleTitle":"Southeast Asia: A Changing Region","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Description Southeast Asia has been described as one of the 'crossroads of the world' - a place where people from many cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds meet. The intermingling of people, the exchange of ideas and international commerce have been part of Southeast Asian life for centuries. This module surveys the broad currents of conflict, change and continuity across the region from a multidisciplinary perspective. It looks at how Southeast Asian societies and political systems have changed over time in response to the pressures of ecology, colonialism, nationalism, urbanization and globalization. The module also looks at the way ethnic, religious, national and regional identities have been constructed, used and altered over time. The overall objective is to provide students with an introduction to different ways of exploring Southeast Asia and different experiences of living in the region.","CrossModule":"SE1101E","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEK1008, GEM1008K, SE1101E, SS1203SE, Students majoring in SE are precluded from taking this module.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA1207","ModuleTitle":"Singapore Literature in English: Selected Texts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will focus on Singapore literature in English. It will deal with selected texts in the three main genres: poetry, fiction and drama. There will also be opportunities to discuss the works with the writers. One of its main aims is to show how literature will help us gain a more comprehensive insight into our understanding of Singapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-3-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"SSA1207FC, GES1025","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA1208","ModuleTitle":"Everyday Life of Chinese Singaporeans: Past & Present (taught in English)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"CHINESE STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Studies on the everyday life of ordinary people offer an important perspective for understanding human history. This module examines the daily life of Chinese\r\nSingaporeans during the late 19th to 20th centuries, focusing on their cultural expressions and social actions, revolving around eight geo-cultural sites, namely, Singapore River, Chinatown, Chinese temples, clan associations, opera stages, amusement parks, hawker centres, and streets/roads. Students are asked to compare the past and present of these sites through oral history and fieldwork observation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"GES1005","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2202","ModuleTitle":"Changing Landscapes of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"This module attempts to understand the rationale of changes in Singapore's urban landscape.  It places these changes within a framework that considers Singapore's efforts to globalise and examines how policies are formulated with the idea of sustaining an economy that has integral links sub-regionally with Southeast Asia while developing new spatial linkages that will strengthen its position in the global network.  Emphasis is also given to recent discussions about how diversity and difference in the perception and use of space pose a challenge to the utilitarian and functional definition adopted by the state.","CrossModule":"GEK2001","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEK2001, GES1003","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2204","ModuleTitle":"Nation-Building in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"This module is about Singapore's emergence from British colonial rule and merger with Malaysia to independence and nation-building.  It covers political events, the economy, education, national service, ethnic relations, and culture and national identity.  Students are encouraged to think through issues central to these topics.  The module is tailored for students in all Faculties at all levels.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"HY2229, GES1010","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2206","ModuleTitle":"Islam and Contemporary Malay Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"MALAY STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the kinds of religious orientations that had evolved among the Malays of Singapore and analyzes major socio-historical factors that had shaped such orientations. The ways in which these religious orientations condition the responses of Singaporean Malays and their unique institutions to the challenges and demands of the modern world are then discussed. The module will explore the thought of Muslims thinkers on issues of reform relevant to the Malays of Singapore. A critical analysis and evaluation of the phenomenon of Islamic resurgence and revivalism in Singapore and the extent of its contribution to the progress of the community will also be explored. A theme underlying the topics of the module is the relevance of Islamic values and philosophy in facilitating Singaporean Malays adapt to the demands of social change and the plural society in which they live.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GES1014, MS2205","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2207","ModuleTitle":"Politics in Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"Political systems in Southeast display a great variety of characteristics. Some, for example, are authoritarian while others are democratic. Some appear stable while others are subject to tumultuous change. This module examines the historical background and the nature of political competition in different countries of the region: how various groups have succeeded or failed in gaining power, the institutions that structure political contests, and the ideas behind different political agendas. The aim is to provide a multidisciplinary understanding of politics in Southeast Asia with which we can revisit ongoing debates on such issues as democracy, legitimacy, stability and reform.","CrossModule":"SE2213","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SE2213, SE2281, SS2207SE. Students majoring in SE are precluded from taking this module.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2209","ModuleTitle":"Government and Politics of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines a number of areas in Singapore's domestic politics with the following objectives: identify the key determinants of Singapore's politics; understand the key structural-functional aspects of Singapore's domestic politics; examine the extent to which nation building has taken place in Singapore; and analyse the key challenges facing Singapore and its future as far as domestic politics is concerned. The course examines both the structural-functional aspects of domestic politics as well as issues related to nation building, state-society relations and the likely nature of future developments and challenges.","CrossModule":"PS2249","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GEK2003, GEM2003K, PS1102, PS2101B, PS2101, PS2249, SS2209PS. Students majoring in PS are\r\nprecluded from taking this module.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2211","ModuleTitle":"The Evolution of a Global City-State","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"HISTORY","ModuleDescription":"The history of Singapore has traditionally been conceived along internal lines, based mainly, if not solely, on the traditional trajectories of administrative, political and national historical narratives.  Yet, as we all know, the evolution of Singapore, from classical regional emporium to international port city and strategic naval base, has all along been defined by much larger regional and international forces.  After its emergence as a sovereign state in 1965, Singapore continues to project itself as a 'global city-state'.  Our local society has an 'international' make-up, being the product as it were of historical and current diasporic trends.  This module provides an international framework for a study of the history of Singapore, and seeks to examine the historical evolution of Singapore against the contexts of regional and international changes and developments from the 14th to the 20th century.  This module is open to all students throughout NUS interested in Singapore history/studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GES1011","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2219","ModuleTitle":"South Asia in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The South Asian presence in Singapore is an important part of Singapore?s multicultural society: in terms of the `Indian' community and its economic and commercial influence; its religious and artistic impact; and its role in the everyday life of the nation (eg. cuisine, sport and entertainment). Students will be provided the opportunity to understand the nature of South Asian migration to Singapore, the significance of the South Asian community and its contributions to Singapore's development.  Students will be provided with the necessary framework to study and analyse the historical and socio-economic development of the community and South Asian identity and concerns.  The module will develop critical and analytical skills guiding students in the process of social scientific enquiry. The target students are undergraduates from all Faculties.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GES1007","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2220","ModuleTitle":"Global Economic Dimensions of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to the dynamics of the world economy and the impact on Singapore in the last two centuries. It will demonstrate how Singapore grew through continual dependence on the rest of the world in different ways by focusing on major labour, capital and technological factors, in which threats are also seen as\r\nopportunities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EC2373, PP5215, GES1002, SSA2220T, GES1002T","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SSA2220T","ModuleTitle":"Global Economic Dimensions Of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to the dynamics of the world economy and the impact on Singapore in the last two centuries. It will demonstrate how Singapore grew through continual dependence on the rest of the world in different ways by focusing on major labour, capital and technological factors, in which threats are also seen as opportunities. This course is offered to BTech students only.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"EC2202, EC2373, GES1002T, SSA2220, GES1002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSA3205","ModuleTitle":"Singapore's Foreign Policy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"POLITICAL SCIENCE","ModuleDescription":"This module analyses Singapore's outlook towards the world with particular reference to countries in the West and Asia. It examines the following key issues affecting Singapore's foreign policy: problems of a small state, factors influencing the worldview, the key foreign policy principles and precepts, the operationalisation of relations towards different countries; and the key differences in outlook towards the world in the Cold War and post-Cold War periods. The course is mounted for students throughout NUS with interest in Singapore and particularly its foreign policy.","CrossModule":"PS3249","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"PS3219B, SS3205PS, PS3249. Students majoring in PS are precluded from taking this module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSB2217","ModuleTitle":"Taxation and the Singapore Miracle","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"ACCOUNTING","ModuleDescription":"Taxation and the Singapore Miracle\". Description is revised to, \"Singapore's rapid growth and transformation has led it to become one of the world's greatest economic success stories. Widely acclaimed as an economic miracle, Singapore's success can be attributed to a series of deliberate and responsive economic and tax policies which have ensured its sustained macroeconomic stability and attractiveness to foreign investment. Students will be introduced  to the history of Singapore's experience as an open economy seen through the lens of tax policy. The module will enable students to trace the development of Singapore's economic progressas they are given a chronological walk-through of the development of Singapore's tax system. Students will have opportunity to explore the unique and key features of various tax policies (e.g. tax incentives and tax measures) which were integral in promoting the rapid industrialization and growth of specific sectors in the Singapore economy which are still relevant today. The module aims to provide students with insights into the rationale behind these policies and their implementation. This module intends to stimulate critical thinking and engage students in intellectual discourse on the impact and effectiveness of various tax policies and continued relevance of these policies which continue to contribute to Singapore's sustained prosperity and success in the Asean community and on the global stage.\"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GES1027","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSD1203","ModuleTitle":"Real Estate Development & Investment Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"REAL ESTATE","ModuleDescription":"This Module introduces students to the law pertaining to real estate development and investment in Singapore. Students will acquire an understanding and appreciation of the policies, circumstances and legal principles which underpin and shape the law on the availability, ownership, development and usage of real estate in Singapore. Students will also gain insight into legal analysis and modes of legal reasoning. This module is targeted at all students across Faculties who have had no exposure to Real Estate Law and wish to acquire a broad understanding of the multiple legal issues that pertain to the built environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"• BSP1004, Legal Environment for Business \n• BSP1004X, Legal Environment for Business \n¿• SSB2212 Singapore Legal System: Implications for Business \n¿• Not for Real Estate and Project and Facility Management students. \n¿• Also all Law undergraduate students, as well as students who have taken Law modules from the Faculty of Law, are not allowed to read this module.\n¿• GES1024","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSD2210","ModuleTitle":"Managing Singapore's Built Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"BUILDING","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the rationale for, and process of, the emergence and growth of Singapore?s built environment from a third world country to a world class city.  It enables students to have an understanding and appreciation of the economic and social aspects and implications of how properties and infrastructure are developed and managed, given the constraints that Singapore faces.  It also encourages them to develop alternative views on how the built environment can help Singapore continue to prosper and remain relevant in the region.  This module is open to all undergraduates who are interested in Singapore?s physical development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GES1019","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSS1207","ModuleTitle":"Natural Heritage of Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"Located within one of the global centres of biodiversity, Singapore is endowed with a  rich natural heritage that is impacted by expanding urbanisation. Development poses a great challenge to  nature conservation and Singapore is an excellent model to study how a balance can be achieved. Students will be introduced to the country?s natural heritage, its historical, scientific and potential economic value.    You will have the opportunity to explore important habitats, and to think critically about the issues of sustainable development and the nation?s responsibility to posterity and to regional and international conventions related to biodiversity conservation. Students are expected to undertake the field trips on their own and at their own time within the semester; and will be encouraged to ?self-learn?. A special website with information on the places to visit  and their significance serves as a semi-interactive IT-resource. Suggested trails and what can be observed appear on the website. The students? independence and experiential learning aspects are strongly encouraged.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"GES1021","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SSY2223","ModuleTitle":"Western Music within a Singaporean Context","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","Department":"YONG SIEW TOH CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC","ModuleDescription":"This module will look at the place of the Western Classical music tradition within the cultural life of Singapore. It will assess the impact of majority cultures (particularly from the Chinese, Malay and Indian communities) on the general reception of Western music, as well as on music written by Singapore-based composers. Students will be introduced to the principal figures in Singapore’s musical development. The module will also chart the growth of music education in Singapore, both in the national schooling system as well as in private institutions and tertiary academies. A prior knowledge of music is helpful but not required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GES1020","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST1131","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts and the methods of statistics. A computer package is used to enhance learning and to enable students to analyse real life data. Topics include descriptive statistics, basic concepts of probability, sampling distribution, statistical estimation,\r\nhypothesis testing, linear regression. This module is targeted at students interested in Statistics who are able to meet the prerequisite. It is also an essential module for students in the following programmes: Industrial and Systems Engineering (FoE); E-Commerce (SoC); Project & Facilities Management and Real Estate (SDE).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘AO’ Level or H1 Pass in Mathematics or its equivalent or MA1301 or MA1301FC or MA1301X","Preclusion":"ST1131A, ST1232, ST2334, CE2407, CN3421, EC2231, EC2303, PR2103, DSC2008. Engineering students except ISE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST1232","ModuleTitle":"Statistics for Life Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces life science students to the basic principles and methods of biostatistics, and their applications and interpretation. A computer package is used to enhance learning and to enable students to analyze real life data sets. \r\n\r\nTopics include probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, statistical inference for one and two sample problems, nonparametric tests, categorical data analysis, correlation and regression analysis, multi-sample inference. This module is essential to students of the Life Sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"GCE ‘AO’ Level or H1 Pass in Mathematics or its equivalent","Preclusion":"ST1131, ST1131A, ST2334, CE2407, CN3421, EC2231, EC2303, PR2103, DSC2008.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST2131","ModuleTitle":"Probability","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to give an elementary introduction to probability theory for science (including computing science, social sciences and management sciences) and engineering students with knowledge of elementary calculus. It will cover not only the mathematics of probability theory but\r\nwill work through many diversified examples to illustrate the wide scope of applicability of probability. Topics covered are: counting methods, sample space and events, axioms of probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, joint and marginal distributions, conditional distribution, independence of random variables, expectation,\r\nconditional expectation, moment generating function, central limit theorem, the weak law of large numbers. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite. It is an essential module for Industrial and Systems Engineering students.","CrossModule":"MA2216","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"MA1102 or MA1102R or MA1312 or MA1507 or MA1505 or MA1505C or MA1521","Preclusion":"MA2216, ST2334, CE2407","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ST2132","ModuleTitle":"Mathematical Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the theoretical underpinnings of statistical methodology and concentrates on inferential procedures within the framework of parametric models. Topic include: random sample and statistics, method of moments, maximum likelihood estimate, Fisher information, sufficiency and completeness, consistency and unbiasedness, sampling distributions, x2-, t- and Fdistributions, confidence intervals, exact and asymptotic pivotal method, concepts of hypothesis testing, likelihood ratio test, Neyman-Pearson lemma. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistic and are able to meet the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"MA2216 or ST2131 or ST2334","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST2137","ModuleTitle":"Computer Aided Data Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the statistical computer packages, with main focus on SAS, Splus and SPSS, that provide the computational tools for performing statistical data analysis using the methodology covered in the prerequisite modules. Topics include data access, transformations, estimation, testing hypotheses, ANOVA, performing resampling methods and simulations. It also equips students with basic computational techniques for maximum likelihood estimation. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST1131 or ST1131A or ST1232 or ST2334 or ST2131 or MA2216.","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST2334","ModuleTitle":"Probability and Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Basic concepts of probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, joint and marginal distributions, mean and variance, some common probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing based on a normal population.  This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites. Preclude ME students taking or have taken ME4273.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"MA1102R or MA1312 or MA1505 or MA1507 or MA1521","Preclusion":"ST1131, ST1131A, ST1232, ST2131, MA2216, CE2407, EC2231, EC2303, PR2103, DSC2008. ME students taking or having taken ME4273. All ISE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3131","ModuleTitle":"Regression Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on data analysis using multiple regression models. Topics include simple linear regression, multiple regression, model building and regression diagnostics. One and two factor analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, linear model as special case of generalized linear model. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2131 or MA2216 or ST2334 ","Preclusion":"ST2335, EC3303","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3233","ModuleTitle":"Applied Time Series Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the modelling and analysis of time series data. A computer package will be used to analyse real data sets. Topics include stationary time series, ARIMA models, estimation and forecasting with ARIMA models This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2132 or ST2334 ","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3235","ModuleTitle":"Statistical Quality Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the use of modern statistical methods for quality control and improvement. The objective is to give students a sound understanding of the principles and the basis for applying them in a variety of situations. Topics include: properties, designs and application of control charts, Shewhart charts, straight moving average chart, cumulative sum chart, exponentially weighted moving average chart, basic concepts of acceptance sampling, single, multiple and sequential sampling by attributes, variable sampling. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2131 or MA2216 or ST2334 ","Preclusion":"All ISE students.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3236","ModuleTitle":"Stochastic Processes I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces the concept of modelling dependence and focuses on discrete-time Markov chains. Topics include discrete-time Markov chains, examples of discrete-time Markov chains, classification of states, irreducibility, periodicity, first passage times, recurrence and transience, convergence theorems and stationary distributions.  This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"MA3238","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"(MA1101 or MA1101R or MA1311 or MA1508) and (ST2131 or MA2216)","Preclusion":"MA3238. All ISE students.","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ST3240","ModuleTitle":"Multivariate Statistical Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the classical theory and methods of multivariate statistical analysis. Topics include distribution theory: multivariate normal distribution, Hotelling's T2 and Wishart distributions, inference on the mean and covariance, principal components and canonical correlation, factor analysis, discrimination and classification. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics, are able to meet the pre-requisites and are matriculated in or after 2002.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST3131","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3242","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Survival Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the analysis of survival data or “failure times”, which measure the length of time until the occurrence of an event, with the objective of modelling the underlying distribution of the failure time variable and to assess the dependence of the failure time variable on the independent variables. Topics include: examples of survival data, concepts and techniques used in the analysis of time to event data, including censoring, hazard rates, estimation of survival curves, parametric and nonparametric models, regression techniques, regression diagnostics. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2132 ","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3243","ModuleTitle":"Statistical Methods in Epidemiology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide an introduction to the key concepts and principles of epidemiology. It emphasizes a quantitative approach to clinical and public health problems through the statistical analysis of epidemiologic data. The students will be equipped with the skills needed to understand critically the epidemiologic literature. Principles and methods are illustrated with examples. Topics include incidence prevalence and risk, mortality and morbidity rates, types of study designs: prospective, retrospective and cross-sectional study, association and causation, confounding and standardization, precision and validity of epidemiologic studies, matching, screening, contingency tables, stratified analysis, logistic regression. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"(ST2132) and (ST2131 or MA2216)","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3246","ModuleTitle":"Statistical Models for Actuarial Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The module aims to introduce students how statistical methods are used to construct actuarial loss models in order to manage the financial risks in this uncertain world. Major topics includes a model-based approach to Actuarial Science, loss distributions, frequency distributions, aggregate loss models, parametric models, effects of policy modifications, statistical inference for loss models, credibility theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2132","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Statistics & Applied Probability I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Please see section 4.4.3.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"nil","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Statistics & Applied Probability II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Statistics as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Statistics major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST3312","ModuleTitle":"Enhanced Undergraduate Professional Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 16-20 weeks during regular semester.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Statistics as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Statistics major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3312 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of the course are to develop the basic skills for independent scientific research, and to promote an appreciation of the application of problem solving strategies in science.  On completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the current state of knowledge in a particular field of research, to master of the basic techniques required for the study of a research question, and to communicate scientific information clearly and concisely in written and spoken English.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-2-0-0-13","Prerequisite":"For Cohort 2011 and before-  At least one major at B.Sc./B.Appl.Sc. level; and minimum overall CAP of 3.50 on completion of 100 MCs or more. For Cohort 2012 and after- At least one major at B.Sc./B.Appl.Sc. level; and minimum overall CAP of 3.20 on completion of 100 MCs or more.","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST4231","ModuleTitle":"Computer Intensive Statistical Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The availability of high-speed computation has led to the development of “modern” statistical methods which are implemented in the form of well-understood computer algorithms. This module introduces students to several computer intensive statistical methods and the topics include: empirical distribution and plug-in principle, general algorithm of bootstrap method, bootstrap estimates of standard deviation and bias, jack-knife method, bootstrap confidence intervals, the\r\nempirical likelihood for the mean and parameters defined by simple estimating function, Wilks theorem, and EL confidence intervals, missing data, EM algorithm, Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2132 ","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST4233","ModuleTitle":"Linear Models","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Linear statistical models are used to study the way a response variable depends on an unknown, linear combination of explanatory and/or classification variables. This module focuses on the theory of linear models and the topics include: linear regression model, general linear model, prediction problems, sensitivity analysis, analysis of incomplete data, robust regression, multiple comparisons,\r\nintroduction to generalised linear models. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the prerequisite.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST3131 ","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST4234","ModuleTitle":"Bayesian Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Bayesian principles: Bayes' theorem, estimation, hypothesis testing, prior distributions, likelihood, predictive distributions. Bayesian computation: numerical approximation, posterior simulation and integration, Markov chain simulation, models and applications: hierarchical linear models, generalized linear models, multivariate models, mixture models, models for missing data, case studies. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2132 ","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST4241","ModuleTitle":"Design & Analysis of Clinical Trials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide an introduction to the design and analysis of clinical trials. Emphasis is on the statistical aspects. Topics include introduction to clinical trials, phases of clinical trials, objectives and endpoints, the study cohort, controls, randomization and blinding, sample size determination, treatment allocation, monitoring trial progress: compliance, dropouts and interim analyses, monitoring for evidence of adverse or beneficial treatment effects, ethical issues, quality of life assessment, data analysis involving multiple treatment groups and endpoints, stratification and subgroup analysis, intent to treat analysis, analysis of compliance data, surrogate endpoints, multi-centre trials and good practice versus misconduct. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST3242 or ST2132","Preclusion":"nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5199","ModuleTitle":"COURSEWORK TRACK II PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"The objectives of the course are to develop the basic skills for independent scientific research, and to promote an appreciation of the application of problem solving strategies in science. On completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the current state of knowledge in a particular field of research, to master of the basic techniques required for the study of a research question, and to communicate scientific information clearly and concisely in written and spoken English.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-2-0-0-13","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5201","ModuleTitle":"Basic Statistical Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Basic concepts in probability, limit theorems, families of distributions, estimation, method of moments, maximum likelihood method, bootstrap method, classical confidence intervals, bootstrap confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, likelihood ratio tests. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5203","ModuleTitle":"EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Basics of experimental design and analysis: randomization, blocking and confounding, factorial designs, fractional factorial designs, incomplete block designs, Latin squares, unbalanced designs and missing values, split plot, nested and crossover designs, uniform designs, optimal designs, response surface methodology. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"ST5318","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5207","ModuleTitle":"Nonparametric Regression","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Modular Credits: Various smoothing methods, including kernel, spline, nearest neighbour, orthogonal series and penalized likelihood. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST3131 or Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5211","ModuleTitle":"Sampling from Finite Populations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Survey data, basic sampling, stratified sampling, cluster sampling, double sampling, systematic sampling, non-response and missing values, multiple imputations, bootstrap of sampling error. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2132 or Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5214","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Probability Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Probability measures and their distribution functions. Random variable: properties of mathematical expectation, independence, conditional probability and expectation. Convergence concepts: various modes of convergence of sequence of random variables; almost sure convergence, Borel-Cantelli Lemma, uniform integrability, convergence of moments. Weak and strong law of large numbers. Convergence in distribution, characteristic function: general properties, convolution, uniqueness and inversion, Lindeberg conditions and central limit theorem. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2131 or Departmental approval (compulsory to MSc by Research and AMP students)","Preclusion":"MA5259","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5215","ModuleTitle":"ADVANCED STATISTICAL THEORY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Review: Weak Law of large numbers, central limit theorem, Slutsky theorem, delta method and variance stabilizing transformation. Statistical models. Sufficiency and Neyman's Factorization criterion. Scores. Exponential families. Estimation methods: moment, maximum likelihood, least squares. Optimality of estimates. Unbiasedness, minimum variance, completeness, UMVU estimates. Theorems of Rao-Blackwell, Cramer-Rao, Lehmann-Scheffe. Consistency. Large sample theory of MLE's, Bayes, minimax. Confidence intervals, P-values, classical (Neyman-Pearson) tests, UMP tests, Likelihood ratio test, Power, Wald's test, Rao's Score test, Application of likelihood ratio tests to regression. This module is targeted at students who are interested in Statistics and are able to meet the pre-requisites.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"ST2131 and ST2132 or Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ST5222","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Topics in Applied Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"Topics requiring a high level of statistical computing and some optimization can be covered here, for example, discriminant analysis, machine learning, highdimensionality and false discovery rates, stochastic search, MCMC, Monte Carlo integration, kernel smoothing and EM optimization methods.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Departmental approval","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"STR1000","ModuleTitle":"Career Creation Starter Workshops","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The Starter Workshops are part of the Career Creation suite of training programmes designed to impart year 1 undergraduates with the core skills needed to prepare for their careers. The workshops take students through early and in-depth career planning and train them in the concrete skills necessary for their eventual internship and job search.\n\nThe Starter Workshops comprise of the following:\n1. Career Planning – How to Create Your Future\n2. Personal Branding – How the World Knows You\n3. Networking – How to Build Your Tribe\n4. Resume Crafting – How to Impress on Paper\n5. Interviewing – How to Showcase Yourself","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-3-0-3-0","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"STR2000","ModuleTitle":"Career Creation Starter Clinics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The Starter Clinics are part of the Career Creation suite of training programmes designed to impart year 2 undergraduates in NUS Business School with the core skills needed to plan and prepare for their careers. The workshops will take students through early and in-depth career\nplanning and train them in the concrete skills necessary for their eventual internship and job search.\n\nThe Starter Clinics are conducted in year 2 and serve as practicums for\ntheir learning from year 1. The clinics are\n1. Group Resume Critique\n2. Group Mock Interview","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"0-2-0-2-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW1101E","ModuleTitle":"Social Work: A Heart-Head-Hand Connection","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the enriching experience of being in social work education. Learning includes both cognitive and experiential knowledge on the needs of individuals, families and society, and the social work response in meeting these needs. Included are the mission, values and principles of the social work profession and its roles and functions in contributing to human well-being. As an integral and compulsory part of this module, students will visit social service organization. The module is open to all NUS students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW2101","ModuleTitle":"Working with Individuals and Families","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the generalist model of social work intervention with individuals, families, groups and communities. Basic knowledge and skills of the problem-solving process, including engagement, assessment, formulation of objectives, intervention, evaluation of outcome, and termination are examined. Using an ecological-systems perspective, the module will emphasize the integration of social science knowledge and social work practice theory in facilitating the bio-psychosocial development of people. The module is for students who major in Social Work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"Students majoring in Social Work, SW1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW2104","ModuleTitle":"Human Development over the Lifespan","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction to human development from a lifespan perspective. Major developmental theories and contributions to the field from cross-disciplinary perspectives will be discussed. More specifically, students will look at physical, cognitive, social, psycho-emotional and moral development and gain some understanding of how each developmental domain may be shaped by the forces of nature or nurture. Tutorial assignments provide students with the opportunity to integrate classroom learning with practical concerns.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW2105","ModuleTitle":"Values & Skills for Helping Relationships","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module concentrates on developing foundational skills for professional helping relationships in direct social work practice. It focuses on values and skills for interpersonal communication, relationship building, problem solving and intervention at the various stages of the helping relationship. Experiential learning involving role playing, case studies and the development of self-awareness are employed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Only for students majoring in Social Work, SW1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW2106","ModuleTitle":"Social Group Work Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The module will focus on the generalist and specialized methods of group intervention within the context of specific populations and settings. The phases of group work development, group processes, therapeutic factors and role of the leader in facilitating these will be critically examined. Contemporary group work approaches in organisational, residential and community settings are compared and contrasted. Assessment methods of social group work practice are included. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"Students from 2008 cohort onwards, who have completed SW1101E and who are majoring in Social Work.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3101","ModuleTitle":"Social Work Research Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an overview of the research process with specific emphasis on social work research. It deals with the development of scientific inquiry as the basis of social work practice. It covers different elements involved in the research process from problem formulation to designing the research, data collection, data analysis, and interpretation and presentation of the research findings. The module assists students with first-hand experience in writing a research proposal and conducting basic research. It also assists students in understanding and appreciating published research reports.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-1-5","Prerequisite":"SW1101E","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3103A","ModuleTitle":"Social Work Field Practice (I)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Field Practice consists of 400 hours of full-time fieldwork in an agency or project where students work under professional supervision for the equivalent of 10 weeks from May to August. Students are taught skills in direct and indirect social work, depending on the placement. They also attend compulsory fieldwork seminars during the placement to link classroom theory to professional practice and to discuss social work methods and professional development. Assessment is made on performance in fieldwork and a written assignment on applying theory to practice and the comparative use of literature. The assignment must be submitted by the designated date.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-1-0-31-1","Prerequisite":"SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105. Students from 2007 cohort onwards.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3104","ModuleTitle":"Social Work Field Practice (II)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Teaching focuses on the development of professional skills for specific contexts, e.g., in a community development setting, in medical social work, in family service centres, residential\r\n\r\nhomes and in the correctional setting. Topics will include specialised knowledge and skills in needs assessments and helping strategies specific to the context the student is placed for practicum. For example, in a hospital setting, topics will include the holistic psycho-social-medical approach to healing\r\n\r\nand wellness, healthcare policies and the dynamics of primary healthcare. It is a field practice module consisting of 400 hours of full-time fieldwork where students receive professional social work supervision for the equivalent of 10 weeks from May to August.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nStudents are assessed on their fieldwork performance and a written assignment that relates theory to practice, with appropriate application of literature. The student assignment must be submitted by the designated date.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-1-0-31-1","Prerequisite":"SW3103A. Students from 2007 cohort onwards.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3105","ModuleTitle":"Community Work Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide students with an understanding of the theories and practice of community work as a method of social work. Strategies, techniques and skills in community work practice will be examined. The dynamics and challenges of community work in urban societies, particularly in the Singapore context, will be explored.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Students majoring in Social Work, SW1101E. Students from 2008 cohort onwards.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW3207","ModuleTitle":"Social Work in Medical Settings","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The module provides some insights and understanding of the impact of illness on individuals and their families. Individuals and family members coping of health setbacks with specific reference to acute, terminal and chronic illness will be touched. Personal health issues related and delivery of health care will be examined. Potentials for the health care support and promotion of wellness will be also touched. The role of social workers in healthcare system will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3209","ModuleTitle":"Counselling Theories & Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module presents the basic assumptions, strategies, and techniques of selected counselling approaches. Students are trained in counseling methods used by psychosocial, cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, and problem and solution-focussed approaches to the treatment of problems in living. In addition, discussion on the application of counseling in specialized areas such as educational and vocational counseling, rehabilitation counselling, pre-marital and marital counselling, and counselling of specific groups will be included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Students majoring in Social Work, SW1101E","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW3215","ModuleTitle":"Socio-Cultural Theories in Social Work","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the purpose, values and contexts of social work practice. The development of the professional self will also be included. In addition, the module will review the characteristics of potential client populations and the socio-cultural contexts for intervention. General social science themes will be discussed. The nature of local social work practice and professional issues relevant to Singapore will be examined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-1-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3551","ModuleTitle":"FASS Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project. It has relevance to the student’s Major, and involves the application of subject knowledge, methodology and theory in reflection upon the research project. UROPs usually take place within FASS or ARI, though a few involve international partners. All are vetted and approved by the Major department. All are assessed. UROPs can be proposed by supervisor or student, and require the approval of the Major department. ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"Students must:\nhave declared a Major, completed a minimum of 24 MCs in that Major, and have a CAP of at least 3.20.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW3880","ModuleTitle":"Special Topics in Social Work","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Special topics current in social work practice and research such as sexual violence, infertility, substance abuse , problem gambling, cyber gaming addiction, and trauma may be offered in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4101","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Family-Centred Swk Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module follows up from the introduction to family-centred direct social work practice for individuals and families. Students are to examine various social work practice theories in depth and are expected to develop skills in appropriate interventions such as casework, problem solving, family group work, children and youth work, inter-organisational networking and preventive interventions in various settings. Experiential learning and projects are used to develop competence, critical thinking and integration of classroom learning to real life situations. Students are taught to establish ways of engaging in continuous self-learning, self-care and skills development in their professional career as a social worker.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4102","ModuleTitle":"Social Policy and Planning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module covers general theories and issues of social policy, planning and implementation relevant to social work. It examines the roles and processes in public policy and the translation of policy to social service delivery in bringing about social welfare. It analyzes the socio-political contexts and implications of policy development at national and agency levels. Students are expected to carry out small-scale planning or analysis exercises.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105, and SW3103A with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105, and SW3103A with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4103","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Research and Evaluation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform research and evaluation in human services. The emphasis is on the learning of practical skills in conducting research in social work settings. These skills are in: Scientific reasoning - the logic of ideas; research designs - the structuring of research activities; statistical techniques - quantitative approaches to data; data processing - utilisation of computer technology. Where appropriate, learning is through group or individual projects. This module also deals with advanced techniques of programme evaluation. Various research designs are reviewed, and their relative merits discussed. The use of evaluative techniques in interpersonal practice and professional intervention are also included.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-2-2-5.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105, SW3101, and SW3103A, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105, SW3101, and SW3103A, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4202","ModuleTitle":"Special Areas of Social Work Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module provides for the advanced study of the conceptual bases for social work contribution and the application of skills in special areas of social work practice. In any given semester, a selected area of emphasis will be studied such as public education, domestic violence, rehabilitation of offenders, occupational social work, working with AIDS patients, human sexuality, social aspects of public housing, special education, pastoral care, social gerontology, community participation and organisation. Where appropriate, emphasis is given to policy factors influencing the provision of services and the implications of these for individuals, families and the community.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4208","ModuleTitle":"Social Gerontology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural contexts of ageing and the attendant implications for individuals, families, and societies. Macro issues such as the impact of longer life expectancy, a greying workforce, and 'feminization of ageing' would be brainstormed in a seminar style of teaching. Social policies, social interventions and the impact of economic and social contexts on the well being of older people would increase the students' awareness and understanding of gerontological issues. Through interactive teaching, the students will learn about the theories of ageing and social policy issues such as income security, health care, housing, and leisure activities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105, and SW3103A with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80MCs, including 28MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105, and SW3103A with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4209","ModuleTitle":"Law & Social Work Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The module deals with the rationale and issues of laws associated with various aspects of social work practice, e.g., family social work including marriage, divorce, child custody, property, women's rights and protection, child protection; and industrial welfare such as protection of employees, and industrial relations. A case situation approach will be incorporated.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW4211","ModuleTitle":"Welfare Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The module takes as a given fact that resources are scarce and subject to competing demands. As such, social workers must or should know the relationship between economics and social welfare, and how social services operate in an economic context. The module will deal with the background, principles, methods and techniques for the rational and efficient allocation of limited resources among competing social programmes and services.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 or SW4102 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules or (iii) Students who have passed or are currently reading EC3101 or EC3102 can read this module as an unrestricted elective, with a minimum CAP of 3.50 or be on the Honours track.\r\n\r\nCohort 2012 onwards:\r\nCompleted 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which (i) student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and (ii) passed or are concurrently reading SW3104 or SW4102 in the semester they intend to read the SW4000 modules or (iii) Students who have passed or are currently reading EC3101 or EC3102 can read this module as an unrestricted elective, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track..","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4221","ModuleTitle":"Social Work and Rehabilitation of Offenders","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module (a) provides the theoretical and conceptual underpinnings to understand issues about crime and juvenile delinquency in the local context, and (b) examines social intervention choices in various correctional and rehabilitation settings. Students will learn about, and critique, existing approaches in working with offenders, as well as examine alternative social work perspectives in their care and rehabilitation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in SW of which student must have passed SW1101E, SW2101, SW2104, SW2105 and SW3103A with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The student is required to undertake research, which should have an evaluative and/or policy component and which may require direct social work intervention. The Honours Thesis, which should be of about 12,000 words, is the equivalent of three modules. The student, in consultation with staff of the department, will choose the research topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-37.5-0","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SW major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SW major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of SW major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.","Preclusion":"SW4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in SW, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in SW, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in SW, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"SW4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW5103","ModuleTitle":"Family Systems Theory and Intervention","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on the ecological systems approach to family therapy. An in-depth understanding of the rationale for family therapy, theory, family assessment, intervention, and research in family therapy will be discussed. Theory and practice will be critically reviewed from an international perspective taking into consideration differences in the socio-political and cultural contexts in which family therapy is practiced. Skills and techniques for work with families will be emphasised. Supervised projects, case studies, role play, videos, coaching and live supervision may be used along with lectures in the seminar styled sessions. Integration of family therapy with other therapeutic interventions\r\nand in various social work settings such as schools, hospitals and community agencies will be discussed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"SW5243 Family in the Local Context","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW5111","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Candidates of MSW who have a Bachelor in Social Work degree are allowed to enrol for ‘SW5111 – Advanced Practicum’. Two specialization tracks are offered:  clinical and supervision track and programme  development  track.  The  learning  goal  is  to  enhance  social  work  practitioners’ competence and capabilities in the chosen track.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-62-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Only for Master of Social Work (course work) students with a Bachelor in Social Work degree.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW5111A","ModuleTitle":"Practicum","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Practicum is a compulsory module for candidates who do not have a Bachelor’s degree in social work or equivalent. This module is designed  to  ensure practice competence by providing  800  hour  first hand, systematic  and supervised  practice experiences in the actual field  together with seminars for integration of social work theories with practice. The stipulated hours should be completed prior to graduation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-62-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Students enrolled in MSW (course work) programme.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW5112","ModuleTitle":"SUPERVISED PROJECT","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Candidates are required to complete a Supervised Project, which will be an independent and original piece of work, which involves innovative and original initiatives such as developing a new social service program/policy or conducting an original piece of field research. Exemption of Supervised Project may only be given to non-social work graduates or other candidates on a case-by-case basis and, in such a case, Supervised Project is replaced by a Practicum.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Only for M.Soc.Sci (Social Work) Students and/or consent of the Instructor.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW5208","ModuleTitle":"Using Play Therapy with Children and Families","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module enhances the student’s understanding of the systemic/ relational use of play therapy with children and their family systems. A particular emphasis of the course will be understanding play therapy from historical, clinical, spiritual, systemic / relational and theoretical perspectives; the integration of family therapy and play therapy; and the clinical use of different types of play therapy modalities with diverse family constellations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW5208R","ModuleTitle":"Using Play Therapy with Children and Families","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module enhances the student’s understanding of the systemic/ relational use of play therapy with children and their family systems. A particular emphasis of the course will be understanding play therapy from historical, clinical, spiritual, systemic / relational and theoretical perspectives; the integration of family therapy and play therapy; and the clinical use of different types of play therapy modalities with diverse family constellations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW5217","ModuleTitle":"Continuum of Care and Healthy Ageing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The module provides advanced knowledge and skills of gerontological social work in institutionalized and community- based health care. It further encourages students to develop preventive strategies to promote healthy ageing through their meticulous evaluation of specialized ageing programs and services which have been implemented. Students work on the applied learning project that is an integral part of this course. Supervised projects would be complementary for the student’s practical learning process. In light of multidisciplinary team approach and synthesized theorybased applications, this module intensively increases students’ practical capacity through collaborations within and across multidisciplinary service networks for older adults.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW5217R","ModuleTitle":"Continuum of Care and Healthy Ageing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"The module provides advanced knowledge and skills of gerontological social work in institutionalized and community- based health care. It further encourages students to develop preventive strategies to promote healthy ageing through their meticulous evaluation of specialized ageing programs and services which have been implemented. Students work on the applied learning project that is an integral part of this course. Supervised projects would be complementary for the student’s practical learning process. In light of multidisciplinary team approach and synthesized theorybased applications, this module intensively increases students’ practical capacity through collaborations within and across multidisciplinary service networks for older adults.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"SW5660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Social Work in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW6101","ModuleTitle":"SOCIAL THEORY IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module is conducted as a graduate seminar and examines important contributions to social work theory from classical as well as modernist perspectives with a view to encouraging deeper reflection about the critical interface between theory and practice. Students are challenged to examine social work practice issues alongside the discourse on social structure and human agency and are expected to make presentations to demonstrate a heightened awareness of modern ideological currents that shape social work practice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SW6660","ModuleTitle":"INDEPENDENT STUDY","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Independent research plays an important role in graduate education. The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic in Social Work in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Graduate Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SW6262","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SWD5103","ModuleTitle":"CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the development of human services as a response to needs and the sociocultural contexts. An analysis of traditional and current patterns including social institutions and structures of social service delivery is made. Social Work practice at various levels such as individual, group, organisation and community are dealt with in this module. The integration of concepts, knowledge base and theory for social work practice will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"Not available to undergraduate students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SWD5105","ModuleTitle":"SKILLS IN ADVANCED SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This is essentially a practice-based approach to social work assessment and intervention. Advanced techniques and skills in dealing with specific individuals, families and groups are incorporated. The module also emphasises the key social work practice models and the application of concepts and framework of the models within the social-political and cultural contexts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Not available to undergraduate students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SWD5120","ModuleTitle":"SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"Candidates are required to fulfil practicum requirements of 400 fieldwork hours under an approved supervisor and it is equivalent to one module. The candidate is only allowed to take the Social Work Practicum if he/she had already taken or is concurrently taking one of the essential modules specified by the Department of Social Work and Psychology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"SWD5103 Contemporary Social Work Practice","Preclusion":"SW5120","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"SWD5293","ModuleTitle":"TOPICAL STUDIES IN SOCIAL WORK ISSUES","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"SOCIAL WORK","ModuleDescription":"This module examines in-depth study in a specific social work issue such as professionalisation, gender, discrimination, justice and ethics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Not available to undergraduate students","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TBA2102","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Business Analytics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an introduction to the fundamental concepts and tools needed to understand the emerging role of business analytics in business and nonprofit organisations. The module aims to demonstrate to students how to apply basic applied analytics tools using MS Excel and R, and how to communicate with analytics professionals to effectively use and interpret analytic models and results for making better and more wellinformed business decisions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TC1005","ModuleTitle":"MATLAB Programming for Chemical Engineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"With the widespread use of computers and computational tools in industrial practice and research, it is important for students in the chemical engineering programme to gain a firm understanding and appreciation of the fundamentals of programming, algorithmic problem solving, coding and debugging. The final goal is to be able to apply these skills to solving realistic chemical engineering problems. MATLAB, a high-level computing language will be employed due to its capability to solve domain-specific computing problems more conveniently than with traditional programming languages. MATLAB also provides the platform to span a wide variety of application areas.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TCN1005","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TCE1109","ModuleTitle":"Statics And Mechanics of Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the fundamental concepts of statics and mechanics of materials and their applications to engineering problems. The topics introduce the fundamentals of structural mechanics, material behaviour and failure models to appreciate the use of materials. Both Mechanics of rigid body and deformable body are covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CE1109","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCE2112","ModuleTitle":"Soil Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory module in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering. The course teaches students the fundamental engineering geological knowledge and basic soil mechanics, and their impact on geotechnical and foundation engineering design and construction.\nStudents will learn to understand the basic characteristics of soils, fundamental effective stress principle, and mechanical behaviour of soil including the strength, compressibility and consolidation properties of soil through lectures, tutorial discussions, and case studies, the course covers the basic soil properties, soil testing, shear strength parameters in drained and undrained conditions, compressibility of granular soil, and the consolidation\ncharacteristic of cohesive soils. The course also enables students to acquire the knowledge and practical skills of functioning as an engineer and consultants through the laboratory soil tests and submission of a consultant report arising from the analysis of a given mini-project, conducting\nappropriate soil tests and the engineering evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CE2112","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCE2155","ModuleTitle":"Structural Mechanics and Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module equips students with knowledge and\nskills in structural mechanics, and concrete and\nsteel as structural materials. The topics introduce\nthe fundamentals of material constitutive\nbehaviours and failure models to appreciate the\nuse of materials in structural design. The topics\nalso cover the applications of concrete and steel as\nstructural materials including its properties, design\nand quality control in practice. The module is\ncompulsory for civil engineering undergraduate\nstudents without which he will not be qualified to\npractise as a professional civil engineer.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"CE2155","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN1005","ModuleTitle":"MATLAB Programming for Chemical Engineers","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"With the widespread use of computers and computational tools in industrial practice and research, it is important for students in the chemical engineering programme to gain a firm understanding and appreciation of the fundamentals of programming, algorithmic problem solving, coding and debugging. The final goal is to be able to apply these skills to solving realistic chemical engineering problems. MATLAB, a high-level computing language will be employed due to its capability to solve domain-specific computing problems more conveniently than with traditional programming languages. MATLAB also provides the platform to span a wide variety of application areas.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TC1005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN2121","ModuleTitle":"Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to provide students with the rudimentary understanding of the basic laws and other concepts of thermodynamics and apply them to analyses chemical engineering problems. The module starts with basic definition, applications and limitations of chemical engineering thermodynamics, followed by a review of basic laws, properties and concepts of thermodynamics. The development and discussion of thermodynamic property relations for systems of constant and variable compositions are covered in detail. The developed property relationships together with the basic laws are then applied to the analysis of the various equilibrium problems in chemical engineering such as vapour -liquid, vapour-liquid-liquid, liquidliquid, solid-liquid and chemical reaction equilibria.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TCN1111","Preclusion":"TC2111, CN2121E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN2122","ModuleTitle":"Fluid Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces to students the classification of fluids and their properties, followed by the analysis of static fluid. The integral and differential forms of the fundamental equations – Continuity, Momentum and Energy equations are then studied. The concept of momentum transfer by the shear stress is introduced in this course. Dimensional analysis and model theory are studied. The concept about boundary layer theory, flow with pressure gradient, viscous flow and turbulence are also described. Practical aspect involves the consideration of flows in closed conduits. At the end of the course, basic concepts regarding fluid machinery is also covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"TCN2411","Preclusion":"TC2112, CN2122E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN3121","ModuleTitle":"Process Dynamics & Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module incorporates introductory concepts, dynamic modeling, transfer function modules, system identification, control hardware, feedback control and module-based design methods. SIMULINK will be introduced and used to stimulate and examine the effectiveness of various control strategies. This module also incorporates a detailed case study that prepares the students to design control systems for a realistic sized plant. This module is targeted at chemical engineering students who already have a basic knowledge of chemical engineering processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-1.5-5.0","Prerequisite":"TCN2411","Preclusion":"TC3111, CN3121E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN3132","ModuleTitle":"Separation Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"In this module, equilibrium stage and rate-based design concepts in separation processes are introduced. Starting from simple stage, binary separation, the theoretical treatment is extended to multi-component, multi-stage processes. After brief introduction to inter-phase mass transfer, basic concepts in rate-based design for the more important separation processes such as absorption and distillation are illustrated. The rate-based design concept is then extended to operations involving simultaneous heat and mass transfer such as in cooling tower and dryer. The process design principles are illustrated with distillation, absorption, extraction, adsorption, cooling tower and drying processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"TCN1111, TCN2121, TCN2125","Preclusion":"TC2113, CN3132E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN3421","ModuleTitle":"Process Modeling & Numerical Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with a working knowledge of numerical methods and their applications to problems in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, and reaction engineering. The topics covered are linear and nonlinear equations, interpolation, ordinary and partial differential equations. Each topic starts with an introduction of its applications in chemical engineering followed by principle, development and relative merits of selected methods. Use of suitable software for numerical methods is demonstrated. Students complete 1-2 group projects involving chemical engineering problems and its numerical solution using software, which instills independent learning. The module is targeted at the second year part-time chemical engineering students with some experience in the industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TCN2116, TCN2121, TCN2125","Preclusion":"TC3411, CN3421E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN4122","ModuleTitle":"Process Synthesis and Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to provide fundamentals and methods of of process synthesis and simulation, which are required for design of chemical processes/plants. Students learn a heuristic method for process development, simulation strategies, main steps in process design and rigorous process simulation using a commercial simulator through both lectures and many hands-on exercises. They will also learn detailed mechanical design of process equipment, cost estimation and profitability analysis of chemical\r\nprocesses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"2-2-0-1.5-2","Prerequisite":"TCN2116, TCN2121, TCN3124 & TCN3132","Preclusion":"CN4122E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN4208","ModuleTitle":"Biochemical Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module familiarizes students with the upstream section of a biologics manufacturing plant. It starts with the drug discovery process and natural products research. The rudimentaries of cells, building blocks of proteins, carbohydrates and nucleic acids, as well as fundamental enzyme kinetics are next introduced. Before going into the heart of the module, which is the design of a fermenter, growth and product kinetics are introduced, followed by the concepts of recombinant DNA technology and hybridoma technology for the production of biopharmaceuticals. Detailed treatment of the design of the fermenter, including the operating strategies and transport phenomena with respect to agitation and aeration, follows. Finally a discussion of media sterilization and process monitoring of a bioprocess completes the module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TC2106 /CN2116E/TCN2116 & TC2112/CN2122E/TCN2122","Preclusion":"CN4208E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN4215","ModuleTitle":"Food Technology and Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module combines food science and engineering operations as an integrated food-engineering course. It starts with the food science topics such as, food chemistry, microbiology and nutrition. Then it focuses on the applications of various chemical engineering operations (refrigeration, freezing, evaporation, drying, and thermal processing) to food processing. The course also covers other relevant topics such as, food rheology and packaging of food products.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-1.5-5","Prerequisite":"TCN2122 & TCN3132","Preclusion":"TC4215, CN4215E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TCN4246","ModuleTitle":"Chemical And Bio-Catalysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The first part of the module focuses on steps involved in catalytic reactions, such as adsorption, desorption and reaction kinetic models, chemical catalysis, biocatalysis, inter-particulate and intraparticulate transport processes involving Thiele modulus and effectiveness factor. The factors and reaction sequences causing the deactivation of solid catalysts will be covered. The second part of the module focuses on the various methods of preparation, characterization and testing of industrial solid catalysts. The module ends with some case studies on how to select and design catalysts for industrially important processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"CN4246E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TE2002","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is a follow up module for TE2102. The topics include the following: Vector algebra. Vector function. Directional derivatives. Divergence and curl of vector fields. Line, surface and volume integrals. Jacobian. Gauss' and Stokes' Theorem. Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinates. Partial Differentiation. Partial differential equations. 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Students learn how to apply skills acquired in the classroom and also think of innovative ways of solving problems. Apart from intrinsic rewards such as the pleasure of problem solving, students are able to acquire skills for independent and lifelong learning. The objective of this module is to teach skills, such as questioning, forming hypotheses and gathering evidence. Students learn to work in a research environment.\n\n\n\n","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-0-15","Prerequisite":"Level 4 Standing.","Preclusion":"TEE4001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE1001","ModuleTitle":"Emerging Technologies in Electrical Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to contemporary issues, emerging technologies and new frontiers in electrical engineering. It serves to demonstrate to students how the EE curriculum is designed to address these aspects via a top-down approach. The module consists of 5 distinct parts of approximately 6  hour lectures and integrated with some self-learning activities. Each part focuses on each of the following areas / topics:\n\n•\tCommunications and Networking\n•\tControl and Energy Systems\n•\tMicro / nanoelectronics\n•\tMultimedia Signal Processing\n•\tGrand challenges for engineering – the role of EE \n\nThe lectures will be conducted by a group of faculty members who are experts in the respective areas. Although the lectures are meant to focus on contemporary issues and emerging technologies, an appropriate level of historical perspective will be used to demonstrate how each subfield has evolved from the traditional areas of EE so that students can see both the connections between different areas and the driving force behind the rapid development and expansion of EE in the last few decades. Prior to this series of lectures focusing on specific areas, a detailed introduction of the EE curriculum will also be  given in the first lecture. The philosophy underpinning the curriculum and its strength and constraints will be highlighted. The module will conclude with student presentations on a topic in an area of their  interest. Students are assessed through assignments, reports and presentations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EE1001E","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TEE2002","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is a follow up module for TE2102. The topics include the following: Vector algebra. Vector function. Directional derivatives. Divergence and curl of vector fields. Line, surface and volume integrals. Jacobian. 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The topics covered include basic semiconductor physics, drift and diffusion of carriers, pn diode, diode circuits, Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT), and Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOSFET), design of single stage amplifiers using BJTs and MOSFETs,  CMOS inverter, multistage amplifiers, current source and sink.  Students will be assessed through assignments, test and a final examination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"EE2004E, EE2005E, EE2021E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE2024","ModuleTitle":"Programming for Computer Interfaces","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with the experience of programming devices and computer interfaces. The course builds upon the C language programming skills the students have learnt in the previous semester and teaches them how to utilize programming to build simple digital systems. The course culminates in an open-ended project in which students will have the opportunity to design and build a digital system of their choice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-2-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2020, CS1010E","Preclusion":"EE2007E, EE2024E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE2032","ModuleTitle":"Signals & Communications Design Lab","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This lab module introduces students to the practical aspects of designing a communication system. This module builds on the concepts learnt in EE2011E Engineering Electromagnetics and EE2023E Signals and Systems. Students will start the experiments with the Frequency Modulation (FM) technique in conjunction with a voltage controlled oscillator (VCO). This is followed by experiments with FM demodulation techniques, simplex communication and duplex communication. Then students will learn about the reflection coefficient and plot it in the Smith Chart. Subsequently an antenna is designed and the building blocks of the communication system are characterized. Finally the complete communication system is assembled and measured.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"3","Workload":"1-0-1.5-1.5-3.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2011, TEE2023","Preclusion":"EE2032E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE2101","ModuleTitle":"Programming Methodology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to introduce students to the discipline of computing and the problem solving process. It stresses on good programme design and programming styles, and structured programme development using a higher-level programming language. The topics covered in this module are: Algorithm design process, Programme development/coding/debugging. Programming concepts in a high-level language including programme structure, simple data types and structured types and various control structures (sequencing, loops, conditionals, etc.). Linear data structures such as arrays and linked-lists. The utility of recursion using a variety of sorting algorithms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-0-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TE1122, TE2101","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TEE3131","ModuleTitle":"Communication Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Introductory overview of analog and digital communications. Advantages of digital over analog communications in the presence of noise. Analog and digital modulation techniques. Source coding and waveform quantization techniques. Channel noise and channel coding for error protection. Multiplexing and multiple access. Basics of wireless communications. Applications of wireless systems. Radio wave propagation and multipath fading. Transmitter and receiver antennas.\r\nFree-space and fiber optical communication systems. Optical transmitters, optical receivers, and optical channels. Introduction to data communications. Packet switching, line coding, framing, and error detection.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0.5-0-6.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2023","Preclusion":"EE3103E, EE3131E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE3204","ModuleTitle":"Computer Communications Networks I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an in-depth treatment of fundamental topics  of network design based on the Internet protocol stack model. It is aimed at making students understand how networks work through understanding of the underlying principles of sound network design.  This course covers topics including  network requirements, architecture, protocol stack models, Ethernet  Token Ring,  Wireless, and FDDI networks, bridges, switching and routing in IP and ATM networks,  and internetworking. Apart from learning the concepts in networks, the students will gain expertise in analyzing and designing networking protocols through mini-projects.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-1-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2023","Preclusion":"CS2105, CS3103, EE3204E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE3207","ModuleTitle":"Computer Architecture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course teaches students the basics in the design of the various classes of microprocessors. Contents include design of simple micro-controllers, high performance CPU design using parallel techniques, memory organization and parallel processing systems. Topics also include the development of support tools to enable efficient usage of the developed microprocessor. The course emphasizes practical design and students are expected to be able to synthesize microprocessors at the gate level at the end of this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-0.75-2-5","Prerequisite":"TEE2024","Preclusion":"EE3207E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE3302","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover sensors, instrumentation and control systems commonly used in the industry. The sensor and instrumentation part includes topics such as signal processing and conversion, transducers and actuators, instrumentation amplifiers, non-linear amplifiers, issues pertaining to grounds, shields and power supplies. The control portion covers the evolution and types of control systems, centralized control, direct digital control (DDC), distributed control systems (DCS), fieldbuses, PID control: tuning methods and refinements, auto-tuning principles and implementation, available industrial PID controllers and their operation. It will include other common control systems such as feed-forward, cascade, ratio, selective, split range, time-delay compensation, sequence control and PLC.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0.5-2-2-3.5","Prerequisite":"TEE3331","Preclusion":"EE3302E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE3331","ModuleTitle":"Feedback Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Feedback systems are ubiquitous in both the natural and engineered world. They are essential for maintaining our environment, enabling our transportation and communications systems; and are critical elements in our aerospace and industrial systems. For the most part, feedback control systems function accurately and reliably in the background. This course aims at introducing the magic of feedback, and tools for analysing and designing control systems. The  fundamental knowledge of feedback and the related area of control systems are useful to students with diverse interests. Topics covered include feedback principles, time and frequency analysis of control systems, and simple controller design.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-4-1.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2023","Preclusion":"EE2010E, EE3331E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE3408","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Analog Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on integration of analog circuits on silicon using CMOS technology. The topics covered include processing and modeling background, basic circuits, reference circuit design, single stage amplifiers, operational amplifiers, noise issues and advanced design methods","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-5-0.5-0.5-3.5-3","Prerequisite":"TEE2021","Preclusion":"EE3408E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE4101","ModuleTitle":"Radio-Frequency (RF) Communications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Radio and microwave systems are used for information transmission.  This module therefore introduces the student to a broad range of enabling knowledge and skills commonly employed by RF and microwave engineers to specify, analyse and design radio and microwave transmission systems.  Topics covered:  Time-varying EM fields: guided waves, evanescent modes and plane-wave propagation. Radiation: radiation mechanism, magnetic vector potential, current distribution on a thin wire, Hertzian dipole, Half-wave dipole & monopole. RF Antennas: parameters, aperture antennas and arrays.  RF Amplification: stability, gain and small-signal narrowband design.  RF Generation:  conditions for oscillation, oscillator design and dielectric resonators.   RF Receivers:  receiver and mixer parameters.  RF Systems: system gain and noise figure, satellite and terrestrial systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2011","Preclusion":"EE4101E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE4435","ModuleTitle":"Modern Transistors and Memory Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to equip students with the physical foundation of metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) device physics and the theoretical background for understanding end applications in modern transistors and memory devices (e.g., Flash, phase change random access memory, etc.). Upon the successful completion of this module, the student is expected to gain an understanding on the principles of operation and physics of modern MOS transistors and memory devices. Such knowledge is useful for careers in the wafer fabrication plants, foundries, design houses and the microelectronics industry.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2021","Preclusion":"EE4408E, EE4412E, EE4435E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TEE4436","ModuleTitle":"Fabrication Process Technology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"In the new information age, fabrication process technology continues to be employed in the manufacturing of ultra-high density integrated circuits such as microprocessor devices in computers. This module focuses on the major process technologies and basic building blocks used in the fabrication of integrated circuits and other microelectronic devices (e.g., solar cells). Understanding of fabrication processes is essential for undergraduate students who wish to develop their professional career in the microelectronics industry such as in wafer fabrication plants, foundries and design houses.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-0.5-0.5-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TEE2021","Preclusion":"EE4411, EE4411E, EE4436E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TG1401","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module builds and exposes students to the mathematical foundational concepts that are necessary in a variety of engineering disciplines. The topics include the following: Ordinary differential equations. Laplace transform. Matrix algebra. Vector Space. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. Determinants and Inverses. Solution of linear equations. Diagonalisation. Functions of Matrices. Matrix exponential. Matrix differential equations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-3-3.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TE2102 or TM1401 or TTG1401","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TG3001","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module leverages on the student’s work experience and focus the student’s mind on exploring and reflecting on his/her place and role in his/her organization, the key success factors that can maximize his/her contributions and ensure his/her success at work, and how the concepts and theories gained in the classroom can be translated into industrial practice to enhance his/her work performance. Student is required to complete 4 written reports, 3 Oral presentations and with 10 Non-Examinable Enrichment Attendance upon completion of TG3001.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-15-0","Prerequisite":"Level 3 Standing","Preclusion":"TG3002, TTG3001, TTG3002","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TG3002","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module leverages on the student’s work experience and focus the student’s mind on exploring how the concepts and theories gained in the classroom can be translated into industrial practice to enhance his/her work performance and contribute to his/her success at work. The student will write three reports and do two presentations to explain these aspects to peers and academic advisor who is a faculty member. 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The academic scope, which may be a combination of laboratory-based projects and other academic prescriptions, will be worked out between the student and the advisor amounting to approximately 65/130 for TG3101A/TG3101B hours of work over one or two semesters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-0-0-5-0","Prerequisite":"Level 3 standing and approval from Dean of SCALE","Preclusion":"TTG3101A","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"TG3101B","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"These module allow individual students to investigate, through independent self-study and research under the guidance of an advisor, into topics of special interest to them. The academic scope, which may be a combination of laboratory-based\r\nprojects and other academic prescriptions, will be worked out between the student and the advisor amounting to approximately 65/130 for TG3101A/TG3101B hours of work over one or two semesters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-5-0","Prerequisite":"Level 3 standing and approval from Dean of SCALE","Preclusion":"TTG3101B","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"TIC1001","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Computing and Programming I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to (i) expose students to computing principles (including abstraction and composition), (ii) provide a broad introduction to key computing concepts (including computer organisation, computer networks, operating systems, data management, distributed applications), and (iii) introduce students to basic programming methodologies and problem solving techniques through a simple structured programming language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-2-2-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TIC1101","ModuleTitle":"Professional, Ethical, and Social Issues in Computing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the interactions and impacts of computing on society, particularly on how the society has been transformed by computing (and vice versa), how policies and social norms have been developed due to computing, and emerging issues related to regulation of computing in society. 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The topics covered include strategic purpose of an economic entity, forecasting of demand, planning for output levels, production control systems, scheduling, facilities layout, and quality assurance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TM3161, IE2010E","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TIE2110","ModuleTitle":"Operations Research I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This foundation module introduces students to some of the basic concepts of operations research. Topics include linear programming, network flow models, and nonlinear programming. Besides the basic concepts, students will also learn about the applications of these topics to complex engineering and management problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DSC3214, MA2215, MA3236, IE2110E","Corequisite":"MA1102R/MA1505/MA1506/TE2102/TG1401/TTG1401"},{"ModuleCode":"TIE2120","ModuleTitle":"Probability and Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts and the methods of probability and statistics. Topics include the basic concepts of probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, joint and marginal distributions, mean and variance, some common probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IE2120E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TIE2130","ModuleTitle":"Quality Engineering I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the fundamental concepts of quality and basic techniques in quality engineering. The topics covered are measures and interpretation of variation, control charts, process capability analysis, and acceptance sampling. The module will also deal with some related issues such as, measurement systems analysis, PDCA, TQM, and industrial case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TM4271, IE2130E","Corequisite":"MA1505, MA1506 or SA1101, or ST1131, or ST1131A, or ST1232, or ST2334 or TE2102 or TG1401 or TM1401 or TS2120 or IE2120E or TEE2102 or TTG1401 or TIE2120"},{"ModuleCode":"TIE3100","ModuleTitle":"Systems Design Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The objective of the module is to give students the opportunity to apply concepts learnt to solving real world problems. In this module, each student is assigned to work on a company-sponsored problem that requires application of industrial and systems engineering concepts. The module provides the opportunity for students to identify key problems and craft an objective, scope and deliverable for a piece of work, collect and analyze the relevant data, and apply the appropriate tool to solve the problem. It also enables students to improve their communication skills through report writing and presentation to the various stakeholders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-4-6","Prerequisite":"Level 3 standing","Preclusion":"IE3100E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TIE3101","ModuleTitle":"Statistics for Engineering Applications","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module goes beyond the foundation and deals mainly with the applications of statistics in the engineering context. Topics include: Review of statistical decision making and hypothesis testing, ANOVA with homogeneity of variance tests, concepts of blocking, RCBD, fixed and random effects models with multiple comparison procedures, factorial experiments, nonparametric methods, an introduction to bootstrapping with IE-based case studies. Students will also appreciate the importance of good planning and be able to conduct and evaluate simple experiments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IE3101E","Corequisite":"ST1131/ST2131/ST1232/TS2120/IE2120E/TIE2120"},{"ModuleCode":"TIE3110","ModuleTitle":"Simulation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the basic concepts of discrete-event simulation systems and application to problems that have no closed-form solutions. The course will cover modelling techniques, random number generators, discrete event simulation approaches, simulated data analysis, simulation variance reduction techniques and state-of-the-art simulation software. At the end of this course, students will be able to analyse and develop simulation models of given problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-1-0.5-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"DSC3221, IE3110E","Corequisite":"TIE2100/DSC3215"},{"ModuleCode":"TIE4240","ModuleTitle":"Project Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the basic concepts in project management. The process encompasses project planning, project scheduling, cost estimating and budgeting, resource allocation, monitoring and control, and risk assessment and management. The principles behind the process and the approaches to their execution will be covered. This module will enable students to define and plan a project within the constraints of the environment. The plan will serve as a blueprint for the implementation and control of a project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IE4240E","Corequisite":"TIE2140"},{"ModuleCode":"TIE4249","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Engineering Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to either emerging topics in engineering management or specialised topics. Students will learn and understand evolving concepts affecting the management of engineering activities.This module will enable them to keep abreast with current developments in the engineering management field and broaden their exposure to various specialised topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"TIE2140","Preclusion":"IE4249E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TIE4259","ModuleTitle":"Selected Topics in Systems Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to either emerging topics in systems engineering or specialised topics. Students will learn and understand evolving concepts affecting the engineering large-scale or complex systems. This module will enable them to keep abreast with current developments in the systems engineering field and broaden their exposure to various specialised topics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"IE4259E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TM2401","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The following topics will be covered in detail: Vector algebra, vector functions; Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinates; Curves, tangents and lengths; Gradient, directional derivatives; Divergence and curl vector fields; Line, surface and volume integrals, Jacobian.; Green’s theorem, Gauss’ and Stokes’ theorems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-3-3.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TE2002 or TC2401 or TC1402 or TM1402 or TME2401","Corequisite":"TG1401"},{"ModuleCode":"TM4101","ModuleTitle":"B.Tech. 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The module is normally taken over two consecutive semesters, and is a core requirement of the B.Tech. programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"Senior Level 3 Standing (For AY 2006/2007 intake & earlier); Level 4 standing (For AY 2007/2008 intake onwards)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TMA1001","ModuleTitle":"Introductory Mathematics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to equip students without 'A'-level mathematics with appropriate mathematical knowledge and skill, to prepare them for further study of mathematics related disciplines. Major topics: Sets, functions and graphs, polynomials and rational functions, inequalities in one variable, logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, sequences and series, techniques of differentiation, applications of differentiation, maxima and minima, increasing and decreasing functions, curve sketching, techniques of integration, applications of integration, areas, volumes of solids of revolution, solution of first order ordinary differential equations by separation of variables and by integrating factor, complex numbers, vectors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-1-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME2121","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Thermodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course develops a good understanding of the basic concepts and application of thermodynamics required for the analysis, modeling and design of thermal-fluid systems in engineering practice. Major topics include: Review of First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics and their applications; Reversible and Irreversible processes; Entropy; Non-flow and flow processes; Cycles involving entropy changes; Power/refrigeration and air cycles; Ideal gas mixtures; Psychrometry and applications; Fuels; Combustion and First Law applied to combustion.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.25-2.4.25","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TM1121, ME2121E","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TME2134","ModuleTitle":"Fluid Mechanics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is an introductory course to fluid mechanics as applied to engineering. After introducing the basic terminology and a classification of fluid and flow, students are taught fluid statics, which cover hydrostatic forces on submerged bodies, surface tension forces, buoyancy, metacentric height and stability of floating bodies. Numerous examples of engineering applications pertaining to each aspect of fluid statics are presented. In the section on fluid dynamics, basic principles of fluid motion are introduced. This covers the continuity equation, Bernoulli and energy equations. The momentum equation and its engineering application using the control volume approach are included. In the analysis of fluid-mechanics problems, dimensional analysis and similitude are taught with engineering examples. Finally, laminar and turbulent pipe flows, Hagen-Poiseuille law, friction factor, losses in pipe fittings and use of Moody’s Chart will also be covered.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0.5-0-5.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM1131, ME2134E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME2142","ModuleTitle":"Feedback Control Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This is a compulsory module and it introduces students to various fundamental concepts in control system analysis and design. Topics include mathematical modeling of dynamical systems, time responses of first and second-order systems, steady-state error analysis, frequency response analysis of systems and design methodologies based on both time and frequency domains. This module also introduces computer simulation as a means of system evaluation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-2-4","Prerequisite":"TME2401","Preclusion":"TM3142, ME2142E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME2151","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Mechanical Engineering Materials","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module provides the foundation for understanding the structure-property-processing relationship in materials common in mechanical engineering. Topics explore the mechanical properties of metals and their alloys, the means of modifying such properties, as well as the failure and environmental degradation of materials. Practical applications are demonstrated through laboratory experiments to illustrate the concepts taught during lectures.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TM1151, ME2151E","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TME2401","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Mathematics II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The following topics will be covered in detail: Vector algebra, vector functions; Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinates; Curves, tangents and lengths; Gradient, directional derivatives; Divergence and curl vector fields; Line, surface and volume integrals, Jacobian.; Green’s theorem, Gauss’ and Stokes’ theorems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-3-3.5","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"TE2002 or TEE2002 or TC2401 or TC1402 or TM1402","Corequisite":"TTG1401"},{"ModuleCode":"TME3112","ModuleTitle":"Mechanics of Machines","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the fundamental engineering principles on kinematics and kinetics. The topics of rigid body dynamics and vibration will be covered, including the theoretical development and practical application to mechanisms and machinery. The salient features of dynamics to be applied for each instance will be clearly explained and the interpretation of the results obtained will be highlighted.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-2-4.0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM2112, ME3112E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME3162","ModuleTitle":"Manufacturing Processes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the principles of computer-aided tools: CAD and CAM, which are widely used in modern design and manufacturing industry. By introducing the mathematical background and fundamental part programming of CAD/CAM, this course provides the basics for students to understand the techniques and their industrial applications. The topics are: CAD: geometric modelling methods for curves, surfaces, and solids; CAM: part fabrication by CNC machining based on given geometric model; Basics of CNC machining; Tool path generation in CAD/CAM (Option to introduce a CAM software to generate a CNC program for the machining of a part); Verification of fabricated part by CNC measurement based on given geometric model. The module is targeted at students specializing in manufacturing engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-1-0-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM2162, ME3162E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME3211","ModuleTitle":"Mechanics of Solids","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The module covers topics on: Linear elasticity in which the general equations of equilibrium and compatibility are derived and its applications are illustrated for complex problems; Unsymmetrical bending of beams; Stresses in pressurized thick-walled cylinders in elastic and elasto-plastic regions; Stresses in rotating members; Introduction to mechanics of composite materials; and Experimental stress analysis with particular emphasis on optical methods. This is an elective module and is intended for students in Stage 3 and 4 who have an interest in the stress analysis of isotropic and composite materials. The materials in this module are applicable to chemical, civil, mechanical and aeronautical engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-1.5-4.5","Prerequisite":"TME2114","Preclusion":"TM3211, ME3211E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME3242","ModuleTitle":"Automation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Students will learn the approaches used in the design of sequencing circuits applied to machine-level industrial automation. Special emphasis is given to electromechanical and pneumatic systems. After a quick review of input sensing, pneumatic actuators, basic switching logic and elements, the design of sequential control systems using electromechanical ladder diagrams, purely pneumatic circuits and programmable logic controllers are introduced. Upon successful completion, students should be able to read and understand pneumatic circuits and electromechanical ladder diagrams and be able to quickly design and implement such circuits for any sequencing problem. This is a technical elective course targeted at third year mechanical engineering students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0.5-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM3242, ME3242E","Corequisite":"TME2143"},{"ModuleCode":"TME3261","ModuleTitle":"Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This course covers the principles of computer-aided tools: CAD and CAM, which are widely used in modern design and manufacturing industry. By introducing the mathematical background and fundamental part programming of CAD/CAM, this course provides the basics for students to understand the techniques and their industrial applications. The topics are: CAD: geometric modelling methods for curves, surfaces, and solids; CAM: part fabrication by CNC machining based on given geometric model; Basics of CNC machining; Tool path generation in CAD/CAM (Option to introduce a CAM software to generate a CNC program for the machining of a part); Verification of fabricated part by CNC measurement based on given geometric model. The module is targeted at students specializing in manufacturing engineering.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2.5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM3261, ME3261E","Corequisite":"TME3162"},{"ModuleCode":"TME3263","ModuleTitle":"Design for Manufacturing and Assembly","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches product design for manufacture and assembly. It covers the details of design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA) methods for practicing engineers and also allows for learning of concurrent or simultaneous engineering. The topics covered: Introduction, Selection of materials and processes; Product design for manual assembly; Design for automatic assembly and robotic assembly; Design for machining; Design for rapid prototyping and tooling (rapid mould making); Design for injection moulding. The module is targeted at students majoring in manufacturing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TM3261, ME3263E","Corequisite":"ME3162E"},{"ModuleCode":"TME4223","ModuleTitle":"Thermal Environmental Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to integrate knowledge in thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics to design and simulate air-conditioning systems, as well as to estimate and analyse the energy performance of buildings. Major topics include: Applications and basics; Psychrometrics; Comfort and health; Heat gains through building envelopes; Cooling load calculations; Air conditioning design calculations; Air conditioning systems; Air conditioning plants and equipment., Energy estimation and energy performance analysis. The module is designed for third and final-year students who are interested in the Cooling and Energy Efficiency of Buildings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TME2121 & TME3122","Preclusion":"TM3223, ME4223E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME4245","ModuleTitle":"Robot Mechanics and Control","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"The module facilitates the learning of the fundamentals of robotic manipulators for students to appreciate and understand their design and applications. Successful completion allows student to formulate the kinematics and dynamics of robotic manipulators consisting of a serial chain of rigid bodies and implement control algorithms with sensory feedback. The module is targeted at upper level undergraduates who have completed fundamental mathematics, mechanics, and control modules. Students will also gain a basic appreciation of the complexity in the control architecture and manipulator structure typical to new-generation robots.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0.5-0-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"TME2142 (ME students); TEE3331 (for EE students)","Preclusion":"TM4245, ME4245E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TME4256","ModuleTitle":"Functional Materials and Devices","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"Functional materials belong to a special category that is different from traditional structural materials. This category of materials provides special functionalities and is able to convert energy from one from to another. They can be found naturally and can also be engineered based on different requirements. This course covers principles of functional materials in inorganic and organic materials, and metals. The course will also provide applications of some functional materials in devices.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-1-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"TME2151, TME2143","Preclusion":"ME4256, ME4256E","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TP5001","ModuleTitle":"Research Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"This module involves independent project work over two semesters, on a topic in Transportation Systems & Management approved by the Programme Management Committee. The work may relate to a comprehensive literature survey, and critical evaluation and analysis, design feasibility study, case study, minor research project or a combination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TP5025","ModuleTitle":"Intelligent Transportation Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TCE5025","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TP5027","ModuleTitle":"Transport & Freight Terminal Management","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING","ModuleDescription":"The module will highlight critical issues and themes concerning the development of sustainable transport infrastructure systems include the planning components of the sea and air transport terminal systems, the cost-benefit analysis of economic impacts of ports and airports, and the roles of ports/airports in the supply chain. The planning and management of infrastructure capacity and operations, and design parameters in terminal facilities will be examined. The increasingly important place of information technology in port/airport operations will also be evaluated.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"CE4 standing or higher","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR2201","ModuleTitle":"Entrepreneurial Marketing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"MARKETING","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce students to the core concepts of marketing, with a special emphasis on the marketing of new, innovative products and services where no market previously existed or where the underlying product concepts may be unfamiliar to existing customers.   The pedagogical approach emphasises those market research methods, marketing strategies, pricing analysis and promotional techniques that are particularly useful for entrepreneurial settings.  Particular attention is paid to the innovative use of internet as well as non-conventional techniques such as 'guerilla' marketing.  The usefulness of these analytical tools is illustrated through concrete case studies of successful entrepreneurial marketing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TR3003 ","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR3002","ModuleTitle":"New Venture Creation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"Creating a new business is a challenging and complex task. The road to entrepreneurial success is long, winding and strewn with pitfalls, obstacles and blind turns. The risks of starting a new business are high, as illustrated by\r\nthe high failure rates for new ventures. However, as is always the case, the rewards are commensurate with the risk: in addition to the psychic rewards of starting a business, witness the dominance of entrepreneurs in the Forbes 400 list.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TR3004, TR3005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR3002N","ModuleTitle":"New Venture Creation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and tools required to start their own successful scalable business.  Students learn through developing a business idea and business plan and presenting it to a panel of judges at the end of the course. Major topics covered include: idea generation and evaluation, value proposition, market analysis, sustainable competitive advantage, marketing strategy, creative problem-solving, innovation, teams, legal issues, financing, valuation and forecasting, managing growth, going global, negotiation and presentation. The course is targeted at all students who are interested in learning how to start a scalable business.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TR3004, TR3005","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR3202","ModuleTitle":"Start-up Internship Programme","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module documents the learning experience from the internship in writing. Taken together with TR3201 Entrepreneurship Practicum, the student will prepare a weekly logbook as well as internship reports which will be used a part of the evaluation of their internship experience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-15-15","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TR3102","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR3203E","ModuleTitle":"Start-up Case Study & Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module involves the writing of a case study on the start-up process and challenges faced by the internship host companies of the students at the overseas college. 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Students will apply the concepts and frameworks learned in entrepreneurship courses to document the key processes of companies in the real world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TR3103","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR3203P","ModuleTitle":"Start-up Case Study & Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"This module involves the writing of a case study on the start-up process and challenges faced by the internship host companies of the students at the overseas college. 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Students will apply the concepts and frameworks learned in entrepreneurship courses to document the key processes of companies in the real world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-0-0-10-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"TR3103","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TR4049N","ModuleTitle":"Seminars in Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an opportunity to gain knowledge in the broader range of topics of entrepreneurship. Topics covered will vary from semester to semester and may include innovation, negotiation, social entrepreneurship, law, operations, leadership, strategy, technology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Depends on the topics offered, there can be prerequisite(s) on existing modules offering similar topics for example new venture creation or new product development.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Depends on the topics offered, there can be preclusion(s) on existing modules offering similar topics for example new venture creation or new product development."},{"ModuleCode":"TR4049S","ModuleTitle":"Seminars in Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an opportunity to gain knowledge in the broader range of topics of entrepreneurship. Topics covered will vary from semester to semester and may include innovation, negotiation, social entrepreneurship, law, operations, leadership, strategy, technology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Depends on the topics offered, there can be prerequisite(s) on existing modules offering similar topics for example new venture creation or new product development.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Depends on the topics offered, there can be preclusion(s) on existing modules offering similar topics for example new venture creation or new product development."},{"ModuleCode":"TR4049T","ModuleTitle":"Seminars in Entrepreneurship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"STRATEGY AND POLICY","ModuleDescription":"This module provides students with an opportunity to gain knowledge in the broader range of topics of entrepreneurship. Topics covered will vary from semester to semester and may include innovation, negotiation, social entrepreneurship, law, operations, leadership, strategy, technology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Depends on the topics offered, there can be prerequisite(s) on existing modules offering similar topics for example new venture creation or new product development.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Depends on the topics offered, there can be preclusion(s) on existing modules offering similar topics for example new venture creation or new product development."},{"ModuleCode":"TS1101E","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Theatre and Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide students with foundational knowledge of the\r\ndifferent aspects of, approaches and discursive contexts relating to the study and praxis of theatre and performance. The module will also introduce students to the various forms of classical and contemporary performance practices and their attendant modes of analyses: combining play analysis, theatre history & theory. Using complementary content-centred lectures and practice laboratory, the module creates an environment where students simultaneously engage with module content while investigating its relations to the creation of theatre and performance.","CrossModule":"GEM1003","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-2-2-4","Prerequisite":"Exempted from NUS Qualifying English Test, or passed NUS \r\nQualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.","Preclusion":"GEM1003","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS2233","ModuleTitle":"Making Contemporary Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on key figures and aspects of contemporary performance as a means of learning about innovative approaches to theatre practice. Taking the works of a significant dramatist, director, theorist or theatre/performance genre as their starting point, students will investigate the resulting aesthetic and conceptual innovations, and explore their implications for current approaches to performance making more generally. As such, the module combines creative and critical practice, and features a variety of reflective, analytical and practical assessment tasks, including a group performance project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TS2234","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Policy, the Arts and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module will explore the aesthetic or instrumentalist role of the arts in society and assess its implications on cultural policy, before evaluating different models of state subvention in the arts, from the arm's length approach to the interventionist, incentive and laissez-faire models. In the process, key contemporary policy issues, relating to the civilizing mission of the arts, the notion of identity in a postmodern intercultural situation, the twin demands of nationalism and internationalism, and the questions of corporate sponsorship versus the welfare state will be addressed, with particular emphasis on the Singaporean context.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS2236","ModuleTitle":"Crossing Boundaries in Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Intended for students majoring in Theatre Studies, this module aims to explore how the boundaries of social and cultural identities are constructed and crossed in performance. By looking at various forms of performance texts, it will examine a) racial and gender identities represented in the body and language, b) patterns of image-making and c) the performative dynamics of the encounter between different identities. Throughout the course, students will be guided to address the questions of how the differences across the borderlines are represented and challenged and, also, whether these boundaries are ultimately directed towards specific cultural ends.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS2240","ModuleTitle":"Voice Studies and Production","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module looks at how one's voice is made and how one can modulate it.  Students will get an understanding of the physiological processes that produce voice and the relationship between mind and body in vocal communication.  Hence this is also a very practical workshop using techniques developed by actors and singers that will improve the resonance and musicality of the speaking voice and also vocal strength and endurance.  Using verse, prose and dramatic text, students will work on vocal characteristics - pitch, intonation patterns, pace and pausing, placement - and so improve their oral delivery.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-6-1","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS2880A","ModuleTitle":"Modern Drama in Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Asian theatre practitioners of the twentieth century have greatly contributed to the conception and formation of modernity in Asia. This module highlights three key historical moments in Asia’s modernising process: Asia’s initial contacts with Europe and America at the turn of the century; the postwar era between the 1960s and the 1980s when political activism was at its height; and the more recent global and local theatre collaborations in the region. This module combines the study of theatre history, play texts, and digital recordings of performances to trace the development and evolution of modern Asia from a theatre’s perspective.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"TS2880B","ModuleTitle":"Grotowski's Approach to the Actor's Craft","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module trains students in the fundamental principles of Jerzy Grotowski’s approach to the actor’s craft. It is conducted full-time over a short period, in the pedagogy of an intensive physical process needed to develop embodied knowledge. Students learn principles of organicity, relation, contact, impulse, intention, action and reaction. They examine the relation between process and form, in order to arrive at reflexive understanding of the difference between performing movement and action. Through the physical training exclusively developed by the Workcenter of Jerzy Grotowski and Thomas Richards, they practice singing ancient songs and develop individual and collective acting scenes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Priority will be given to TS majors and Yale-NUS students. Admission is by application.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS3222","ModuleTitle":"Applied Theatre","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module develops students' theoretical and practical perspectives of Applied Theatre, a term that embraces different strands of socially engaged theatre, and focuses on the 'usefulness' of theatre in various educational and community contexts. Through exploring a range of practical approaches deployed by some key practitioners in the field, students are guided to think critically about how the social efficacy of theatre can be promoted and debated. Leading approaches are re-examined in light of context- and culture-specific situations, and students' practical experience form a basis to engage with theoretical questions and issues of creating participatory theatre in non-conventional settings.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003","Preclusion":"TS4880B Applied Theatre","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS3232","ModuleTitle":"Performance & Social Space","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module focuses on performance as a major component in the fabric of our everyday lives, especially in the ways we observe and absorb the myriad performances that surround us, both `mediated' and `live'. Through initial discussions, presentations and workshops we will explore notions of authenticity and transformation in performance, with particular focus on cinema, television, advertising and other popular media. Various theoretical models will be considered, including those that relate to avant-garde and experimental performance. A final project will be developed over several weeks, in which the students work in groups to create a short video that integrates these approaches with their own ideas about performance.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"3-0-0-2-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS3245","ModuleTitle":"Professional Theatre Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides Arts 3 students majoring in Theatre Studies with the opportunity of an internship project in theatre organizations. It matches individual students' interests and skills with internship roles in stagecraft, stage production, event planning, theatre in education, research and administration offered by theatre companies.  Through research papers, regular reports, and a final presentation, students are trained to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, develop skills in teamwork and problem-solving, and form research parameters and gather data to address issues in theatre practice from a critical perspective.  Students are selected competitively on the basis of interviews and portfolios.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"Total of 150-200 hrs","Prerequisite":"TS1101E. Only for TS Major students who are in or going into their third year.\r\n","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS3246","ModuleTitle":"Shakespeare and Asian Performances","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Shakespeare’s plays have been known in many parts of Asia for about 100 years, and contemporary Asian theatre practice shows at once a great diversity of approaches to them, and patterns of common interest in production and reception. This module takes recent productions from different theatre cultures to compare how Shakespeare’s texts are engaged through non-realist aesthetic principles, and how self-reflexive treatments of naturalism, as well as new scripts based on his plays, interact with the cultural values represented by Shakespeare in the East and Southeast Asian region. Assessment includes the option of a creative project.  ","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"TS1101E or GEM1003 or EN1101E or GEK1000","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4217","ModuleTitle":"Cultural Performance in Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"What is the form and function of theatricality in contemporary Asian society? This module seeks to answer this question by investigating a range of collective practices of symbolic action and meaning-making that have become known as \"cultural performance\". The methodological perspectives of Performance Studies will be deployed to contextualise cultural performances that contribute so arrestingly to social reality in East and Southeast Asia. Students will participate in a field trip and learn a variety of research techniques such as practice-based inquiry, interviews, performance analysis, historical analysis and visual ethnography to develop individual research projects throughout the semester.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in TS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4218","ModuleTitle":"Theatre and Postmodernism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This is not a course about Postmodernism. This is a course examining the relationship between Postmodernism and Theatre, their tensions and complements.  The course will examine notions of theatricality and performativity that have come to characterise Postmodernism.  Related ideas of simulacra and rehearsal, occularism and spectatorship, self-consciousness and self-reflexivity will be debated and discussed.  Postmodernism as style, attitude and as mode will be pitched against performance aesthetics and theatre techniques to further explore the relationship between the two.  The course will also locate Singapore theatre practices in the context of a global postmodernity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in TS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4219","ModuleTitle":"Media and Popular Performance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module examines popular media-mediated events &quot;as&quot; performance.  The module will investigate the way in which 'mediatised'(i.e. media-mediated) and popular events &quot;perform&quot; and shape the audience's perception of reality.  Conversely, the module will also examine how media-mediated performance is influenced by audience interests and perceptions.  The focus will be on popular media-mediated events like sports, reality TV, the internet to illustrate how they constitute different modes of performances while sharing similar performativities.  The module will also focus on cross-genre, inter-disciplinary performances while also examining notions of the spectacular and spectacle in contemporary visual culture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in TS or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4220","ModuleTitle":"Shakespeare and Film","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a study of how the literary and performance traditions associated with Shakespeare's work are mobilized and transformed by the visual cultures of contemporary cinema. Through the intersections between the mediums of the dramatic text, theatre and film, the course examines central issues that shape Shakespeare's currency and circulation in the cinema: the values attached to authenticity and performance traditions, the Shakespearean actor, the appropriation and parody of the &quot;universality&quot; of Shakespeare, and the transformation of the meaningfulness of his plays through visuality and spectacle.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in TS or 28 MCs in EN or 28 MCs in GL/GL recognised non-language modules, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4221","ModuleTitle":"Performance Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"Doing performance can teach us things that watching it cannot. This module uses performance practice as a research methodology to investigate otherwise inaccessible questions of creativity, embodiment, and performance processes. The three main components of the module include: defining a research question, designing and conducting experiments/observations, presenting the outcomes. Students will conceptualize and execute their own research project, in a relationship of collaborative research with artists. The nature of the project determines the resulting presentation: multi-media talk, lecture-demonstration, or short performance or workshop. The module will also focus on case studies from a range of cultural and stylistic sources.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in TS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20 or be on the Honours track.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4401","ModuleTitle":"Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The Honours Thesis is usually done in the second semester of a student's registration in the Honours Degree Programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-1-0-12-24.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012 and before:\nCompleted 110 MCs, including 60 MCs of TS major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2013-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of TS major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50, or with recommendation by the programme committee. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of TS major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50, or with recommendation by the programme committee. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"TS4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS4660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module is designed to enable the student to explore an approved topic within the discipline in depth. The student should approach a lecturer to work out an agreed topic, readings, and assignments for the module. A formal, written agreement is to be drawn up, giving a clear account of the topic, programme of study, assignments, evaluation, and other pertinent details. Head's and/or Honours Coordinator's approval of the written agreement is required. Regular meetings and reports are expected. Evaluation is based on 100% Continuous Assessment and must be worked out between the student and the lecturer prior to seeking departmental approval.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2012-2015:\r\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in TS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\r\n\r\nCohort 2016 onwards:\r\nCompleted 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in TS, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"TS4401","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS5101","ModuleTitle":"TEXT AND PERFORMANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a broad-based critical and methodological foundation for advanced research in theatre and performance. Taking one example from each of three aspects of performance  a script, a live performance, and\r\na media/cultural performance  the module trains students to examine and compare the critical positions and questions posed by a range of theoretical texts with different approaches, priorities and methodologies. Core topics are\r\nthe mutually transformational modalities of textuality and performativity, live and mediated performance, and non-traditional critical and performance practices. Students are guided in formulating a research proposal and project, which forms the main coursework component.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS5101R","ModuleTitle":"TEXT AND PERFORMANCE","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides a broad-based critical and methodological foundation for advanced research in theatre and performance. Taking one example from each of three aspects of performance  a script, a live performance, and\r\na media/cultural performance  the module trains students to examine and compare the critical positions and questions posed by a range of theoretical texts with different approaches, priorities and methodologies. Core topics are\r\nthe mutually transformational modalities of textuality and performativity, live and mediated performance, and non-traditional critical and performance practices. Students are guided in formulating a research proposal and project, which forms the main coursework component.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TS5660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Must be registered as a Graduate Student in the University or with the approval of the Department","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TS6660","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Admission to the PhD programme or doctoral competence in the discipline to be determined by the Department upon recommendation by the instruction","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"TTG1401","ModuleTitle":"Engineering Mathematics I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module builds and exposes students to the mathematical foundational concepts that are necessary in a variety of engineering disciplines. The topics include the following: Ordinary differential equations. Laplace transform. Matrix algebra. Vector Space. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. Determinants and Inverses. Solution of linear equations. Diagonalisation. Functions of Matrices. Matrix exponential. Matrix differential equations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2.5-1-0-3-3.5","Prerequisite":"NIl","Preclusion":"TE2102 or TM1401 or TG1401","Corequisite":"NIl"},{"ModuleCode":"TTG3001","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module leverages on the student’s work experience and focus the student’s mind on exploring and reflecting on his/her place and role in his/her organization, the key success factors that can maximize his/her contributions and ensure his/her success at work, and how the concepts and theories gained in the classroom can be translated into industrial practice to enhance his/her work performance. Student is required to complete 4 written reports, 3 Oral presentations and with 10 Non-Examinable Enrichment Attendance upon completion of TG3001.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Level 3 standing","Preclusion":"TG3001, TG3002, TTG3002","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"TTG3002","ModuleTitle":"Industrial Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","Department":"SCHOOL OF CONTINUING & LIFELONG EDN","ModuleDescription":"This module leverages on the student’s work experience and focus the student’s mind on exploring how the concepts and theories gained in the classroom can be translated into industrial practice to enhance his/her work performance and contribute to his/her success at work. The student will write three reports and do two presentations to explain these aspects to peers and academic advisor who is a faculty member. The module will be spread over two semesters.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-1-0-9-0","Prerequisite":"Level 3 standing","Preclusion":"TG3001, TG3002, TTG3001","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UAR2207","ModuleTitle":"Theatre and the World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"In diverse cultures, theatre has been viewed as a model for interpreting the wider world. Meanwhile, theatre-makers have historically sought to represent, recreate and indeed transform that world by their actions on stage. This module examines the relationship between world and stage as a means of understanding what theatre is and how it works. Examining a range of theatrical forms and the critical debates they have provoked, students will gain a grounding in key historical and contemporary performance practices, and an appreciation of their often contested place in society. Reflecting this variety, classes will combine seminars, practical workshops, and fieldwork.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules. \r\nUSP Advanced modules (Course-Based Modules, CBMs) may state general pre-requisite skills/knowledge. Prerequisites should not make reference to NUS modules.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UCV2209","ModuleTitle":"The Heterogeneous Indians of Contemporary Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Straddling the fields of faith, civilisations and culture,\nmigration, diaspora, political economy, foreign policy and\ninternational politics, this module, being multidisciplinary in\ncomplexion, provides for a multifaceted understanding of\nIndia-Singapore relations in the contemporary world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UD5221","ModuleTitle":"Theory and Elements of Urban Design","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces the different theoretical approaches to urban design and provides the philosophical underpinnings to the various bodies of theories. The application of these theories to the design of urban environments will be examined. With a greater understanding of the various theories, this course will serve as a base from which students can develop their own convictions and approaches to urban design. It also examines the fundamentals of urban design and the factors in the related fields of urban planning, architecture and landscape architecture that influence the creation of urban spaces. The course aims to lead students to critically examine and investigate the many ways through which the city is imagined, developed, formed and occupied. There are two components to the course, lectures and seminars. Lectures will present the theoretical concepts and models of thought regarding urban design. Seminars focus on the discussion and interrogation of influential writings and case studies of urban projects, and present opportunities for students to interpret and debate the relevance and applications of these modes of thinking and acting on the built environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UD5521","ModuleTitle":"Planning Process: Quantitative & Policy Dimensions","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to equip participants with a good knowledge of the urban planning process, particularly the quantitative, research, and policy considerations. It examines the relationship between urban planning and urban design from the practitioner's perspective. Extensive reference with case studies will be made to the Singapore planning process at the various levels. It also helps participants to develop a sound understanding of the integrated nature of urban planning and the urban design processes and how this can be reinforced to achieve a more efficient and attractive urban environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UD5601","ModuleTitle":"URBAN DESIGN STUDIO 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The urban design studio is where the synthesis of theoretical and practical aspects of urban analysis and design takes place. Using urban design projects of different scales that deal with programming, planning and design, the studio encourages the integration of political, social, economic, environmental, and physical concerns in the design of urban spaces. The studio will also analyse successful urban design projects in the form of case studies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"4-4-0-4-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UD5622","ModuleTitle":"Methods Of Urban Design & Urban Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"This course is taken in conjunction with urban design studios. Methods of urban analysis and urban design will be taught to enable the students to tackle urban design projects of varying scales introduced in UD5601 and UD5602. The various aspects of urban growth, city limits/boundaries, urban structure, urban architecture, typologies as well as infrastructural planning, parcellation, public space and design guidelines will be introduced. The critical role that transportation plays in structuring the city will also be examined. This course will be conducted intensively on a daily basis over a period of three weeks (usually beginning on the third week of Semester 1).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UD5641","ModuleTitle":"DISSERTATION","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT","Department":"ARCHITECTURE","ModuleDescription":"The dissertation, limited to 10,000 words, offers the opportunity of candidates to conduct independent research and to demonstrate analytical and critical abilities by investigating a topic of interest and of relevance to their course of study.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"8","Workload":"0-4-0-4-12","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UHB2207","ModuleTitle":"Language, Cognition, and Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the deep interconnections between language, cognition and culture. It begins with a consideration of the ‘discursive mind’ - that is, the particularly human way of knowing that uses language as its primary tool and medium. Realizing how much of human cognition is language-dependant,\r\nwe then explore the relations between language, cognition and culture by looking at such everyday linguistic phenomena as code-switching, metaphor and gesture. Augmenting the reading of sociolinguistic and cognitive science texts in this module, students will also learn how to collect and to analyze empirical\r\nevidence of language phenomena in order to more critically assess the claims of such texts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UHB2212","ModuleTitle":"Singaporean Nostalgia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"“Our generation,” Singaporean playwright Joel Tan remarks, “is sick with nostalgia.” From the popularity of retro and vintage styles to the proliferation of artwork\n(some state-sanctioned, some not) that lovingly look to and at our past, Singapore seems to be in the firm grip of nostalgia. Are these indeed manifestations of nostalgia? Is any interest in the past nostalgic, or does nostalgia consists of a style or a way of regarding the past? More importantly, how should we understand these nostalgic tendencies? In what senses is nostalgia a “sickness,” and can Singaporean practices of nostalgia help us rethink this characterization? 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Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 44 MCs in EN, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UIS4911PL","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study Module","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ARTS & SOCIAL SC.)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before;\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in PL, with a minimum CAP of 3.50.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in PL, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. 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Completed 100 MCs, including 60 MCs in GE, with a minimum CAP of 3.20.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nTo be offered subject to the agreement of the Supervisor and Department. 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The module aims to provide an introduction to the field of quantum computing. While very much a technology of the future, the module will examine some of the possibilities that the quantum world offers in advancing the capabilities of computers and how our notion of information has evolved. Essentially the module showcases, two major paradigm shifts; one from classical physics to quantum physics and the other from the standard Turing principle in computer science to its modern quantum counterpart.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-2-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ULS2206","ModuleTitle":"The Doors of Perception: Biology, Technology & Culture","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"When we open our eyes, we feel that we are seeing the world as it is in front of us. But scientific studies reveal that we are seeing only a tiny fraction of that world, and that what we do see (and hear, and smell, and touch) is not the world “as it is” – but as it is represented to us through the \nfilters of our biology, or technology, and our culture. This module will examine the ways in which these three important forces enable, limit and shape the ways that we perceive “the world in front of us”.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ULT2298D","ModuleTitle":"Representing War","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"War is the greatest common, man-made trauma that human beings undergo. We imagine war before, during and after we fight it. We imagine it socially, as tribes or nations, generating a common understanding through books, movies, songs and other representations. Those shared visions of war enable us to fight it and confront its trauma.\r\n\r\nThis module examines the changing imagination of war across history. Focusing mainly on English-speaking cultures, it examines poems, books, films, songs, plays, news reports, letters, speeches and tv programmes. It asks how they represent war, and how representations change over time and under pressure from technology, events and political thought.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UNL2206","ModuleTitle":"Nature's Threads","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module seeks to explore the importance of various key ideas in the history of physics by considering a selection of examples each semester as a means of examining the whys and hows of certain scientific revolutions. The theme underlying the choice of topics to be covered will be to explore the evolutionary aspect of scientific understanding which finds inter-connections (often, only much later, sometimes even centuries later) between seemingly unrelated ideas. The student should take away from this module a sense of the revolutionary nature and scientific importance of the ideas explored that semester, as well as the deep inter-connections which science establishes - 'Nature's Threads' as it were.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UNL2207","ModuleTitle":"The Nature of Natural Law","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module examines the evolution of our present  theoretical understanding of some basic aspects of the physical world around us. It explores the role of certain\r\nprimitive concepts of science and how these key ideas have been used to construct a coherent ‘mental’ picture of the physical world. The particular focus this semester will be on a wellestablished and ‘deterministic’ law of nature: the Law of Universal Gravity and how this led to Newton’s prediction of the motion of the planets.\r\nThe module will also question, on a higher level, the nature of ‘scientific explanations’: how these are extended over time and inevitably get modified by having to take into account new ‘facts’ provided by observation and experiment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UNL2210","ModuleTitle":"Mathematics and Reality","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"What is the nature of Reality and how can we be sure about what we know? Do mathematical constructs such as symmetry groups and infinity point beyond themselves to a higher reality? How do we account for the fact that mathematics is so effective in describing nature? Is it mere language or is it the reality itself? This module explores the intimate link between reality and mathematics and how the latter has been unreasonably effective in providing a description of nature. Students will be taken through a journey that showcases the developments that have shaped our current views on the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UPC2204","ModuleTitle":"Living Green","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"As a nation and as a global society, we face a number of environmental issues that impact the quality and even sustainability of our lives and lifestyles. As educated and informed global citizens we need to be aware of these issues. In this course, the students will investigate a few of these issues in detail, exploring the causes, complexities, diverse viewpoints, and possible solutions. The class will be organized around a central project? a study of the environmental impact of various options for meeting several infrastructure needs of two large urban areas, one in the developed world and one in the developing world, over the next few decades.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-1-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UPC2208","ModuleTitle":"Molecular Courtship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"How does an understanding of molecular interactions help us to make sense of everyday chemical phenomena to important chemical technologies? For example why are plastics non-biodegradable? Why and how an LED lights up or gets quenched, or one drug molecule works while another results in side effects? These are important outcomes resulting directly or indirectly from initial  intermolecular forces. Environmental issues such as differentiation between\r\nbiodegradable and “unfriendly” materials can also be discussed. Stereochemical or 3D-controlled intermolecular forces allow an understanding of many chemical processes in biological systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-2-4","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules.","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UPC2210","ModuleTitle":"Energy in Singapore: Is Technology the Answer?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Energy permeates all aspects of our everyday lives, yet the goal of ensuring secure, affordable, and sustainable energy for all remains a major global challenge. Significant technological progress has been made towards achieving this goal. However, implemementation of new technology can prove difficult for various reasons such as lack of suitable sites and strong public opposition. In this module, we shall explore key energy technology, and discuss the challenges facing their widespread adoption. We will also talk about the energy situation in Singapore, and highlight the challenges and opportunities in the local context.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UPI2205","ModuleTitle":"Ethics And The Environment","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The environmental crisis, manifested in air and water pollution, environmental degradation, the rate of extinction of animal and plant species, and the depletion of natural resources, has many different aspects, the most important being, arguably, the philosophical aspect. In this module, students will be introduced to the philosophical debate about environmental issues. The objective is to equip students with concepts and theories that will help them think about the environment at the fundamental level. Major topics include anthropocentrism and non-anthropocentrism, bio-centred ethics, deep ecology, eco-feminism and environmental virtues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UQF2101G","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning Foundation: Quantifying Nuclear Risks","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This topic-based module develops quantitative reasoning skills through a structured analysis of an important but accessible problem, imparting to students the appreciation that, for many questions/issues, a quantitative analysis can \r\nprovide the insight and clarity that complements and moves beyond what might be gained through a qualitative approach.  \r\n\r\nThis module focuses on quantifying aspects of nuclear risks. Students will pose a question related to nuclear risks (e.g. What is the lowest dose of radiation that can lead to cancer?), propose a method to measure the relevant variables, collect the necessary data, and make scientifically justifiable inferences from it. Students will thus perform all aspects of a genuine scientific study, from problem formulation to decision making and final reporting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules.","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UQF2101I","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning Foundation: Quantifying Environmental Quality","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This topic-based module develops quantitative reasoning skills through a structured analysis of an important but accessible problem, imparting to students the appreciation that, for many questions/issues, a quantitative analysis can provide the insight and clarity that complements and moves beyond what might be gained through a qualitative approach.\r\n\r\nThis module looks at environmental quality and human health. Students will learn how environmental quality is measured, air and water quality parameters, and health effects of pollution. They will apply quantitative analyses in understanding our environment and its link to our wellbeing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules.","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UQF2101J","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning Foundation: Pursuit of Happiness","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This topic-based module develops quantitative reasoning skills through a structured analysis of an important but accessible problem, imparting to students the appreciation that, for many questions/issues, a quantitative analysis can provide the insight and clarity that complements and moves beyond what might be gained through a qualitative approach. What factors contribute to positive life outcomes? Is successful living predicated simply by demographics or do social attitudes lead to a happy life? Are these two factors linked? We explore 40 years of data to answer questions surrounding the relationship between demographics, attitude, and the quality of life of individuals.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"UTC1409 Jr Seminar: Pursuit of Happiness, offered by College of Alice and Peter Tan (CAPT)","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"URM3302","ModuleTitle":"USP Undergraduate Research Opportunity (S&T-based UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and usually in a team, on an existing research project, and involves the application of subject knowledge,\r\nmethodology and theory in reflection upon the research project.\r\n\r\nUROPs may be with USP faculty, joint appointees, or other NUS faculty and, exceptionally, with other USP partners. All are vetted and approved by the USP, and are assessed.\r\n\r\nUROPs are proposed by a supervisor, and require the approval of the USP.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"USE2304","ModuleTitle":"Singapore: The Making Of A Nation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"The course serves as an introduction to history in general and the history of modern Singapore in particular. It adopts a wide-angled approach to an understanding of national heritage, history and identity, with due attention to both international and internal developments which have together shaped present-day Singapore. These developments include the formation of a colonial plural society under British rule, the impact of the Japanese Occupation, the rise of nationalism and political contestation, statehood, merger with and separation from Malaysia, the politics and economics of survival, and the governance of an independent city-state.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-2-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"USP3501","ModuleTitle":"The Problematic Concept Of 'Gender'","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"What is \"gender\"? What kinds of definitions have been advanced or implied for this perplexing word? How have thinkers - in fields as diverse as anthropology, history, literature, philosophy, psychology, science studies, and sociology - helped to define and even invent this category that we call \"gender\"? How have these definitions changed the way we think? What kinds of problems have these definitions created? In this module, we will analyse various moments in intellectual history when there has been a struggle over the meaning of \"gender\" (and seemingly related terms like \"sex\" and \"sexuality\") in order to understand the term's function as a category of analysis.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"USR4002A","ModuleTitle":"Intellectual Responsibility in a Complex World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This course prepares students for intellectual life beyond the university by modelling and asking students to engage in responsible reading, thinking, teaching, writing, and dialogue. The module will be taught by a multidisciplinary faculty of four and will examine a theme from several disciplinary perspectives. Students will be challenged to critically read and productively respond to assumptions, evidence, and methods from the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. This module builds upon and expands USP’s goal of developing socially engaged thinkers, readers, and writers with the skills necessary to understand and intervene in debates concentrated in but relevant beyond specific disciplines and academia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-4-2","Prerequisite":"Open to students in years 3 and above","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"USS2105","ModuleTitle":"University Scholars Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module requires students to reflect on and further develop the intellectual dimension of their academic, professional or social interests. It revolves around a series of talks given by invited speakers, organised into three strands: (i) the academic strand, which introduces various areas and modes of academic inquiry; (ii) the professional strand, which introduces various professions and looks into the nature of the knowledge society; (iii) the social strand, which examines an individual's intellectual and social engagement with the increasingly interdependent world.  Facilitated by the instructors, students will engage in discussions in small groups. The focus of these discussions need not be on the content of the talks per se, but on the process of intellectual inquiry; and the aim is not to find answers per se, but to ask (good and feasible) questions. The module reinforces skills learnt in Writing and Critical Thinking, and allows students to apply them to a diverse range of issues. Assessed on a CS/CU basis, the 4-MC module is completed in two semesters (student's Semester 2 &amp; 3). Students are required to attend at least nine talks (minimum four per semester), participate actively in discussion, and submit four short response papers and two longer papers. Students will have to perform satisfactorily in each of these assessment modes. No partial MC will be given. \n\nRegistration for this one-year long module will be opened for a new intake of first-year students only in Semester 2 of each academic year.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1102B","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: The Darwinian Revolution","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The scientific developments of the 19th century from geology to palaeontology, culminating in the theory of evolution by natural selection are arguably the greatest transformations in our understanding of the natural world in human history. Much of the science of the following century has been further refinements and elaborations of these earlier foundations. Yet most of these developments remain totally unknown or misunderstood by most people. Surely, therefore, an understanding of these issues is essential knowledge for any educated person today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1902B%\nGEM1536\nGET1020","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1102C","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Fakes","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"In this junior seminar, students will examine the significance of various kinds of false appearances such as counterfeits, forgeries, hoaxes, and liars, together with attempts to expose them – sometimes with the help of sophisticated technologies. By critically examining what it means to designate an object, practice or person as ‘fake’, and how different kinds of fakes are judged as more or less problematic, students will develop the capacity to think critically and relationally about deep-seated human desires for ‘truth’ and ‘value’.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1902C%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1102E","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Social Innovation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This freshman seminar will engage students in critical dialogue on the topic of social innovation. Drawing upon examples of innovation across various disciplines, students will examine sources of and processes that drive innovation, and reflect upon the organization and governance of innovation. Building on this knowledge, students will be challenged to think about how new technology, strategies, concepts, and ideas can be harnessed to solve social problems Substantial time will be devoted to understanding and debating issues pertaining to social innovation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1902E%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1102G","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Proof: What’s Truth got to do with it?","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"An essential part of an educated person is an independent desire to know the truth.  In seeking the truth, one must often judge a proffered proof. This seminar will discuss the relationship between Truth and Proof in biology, ecology, history, justice, mathematics, medicine, philosophy, physics, religion, statistics, etc.  This helps the student see both the hard, objective formulation of the two concepts in the sciences, as well as their soft, subjective abstraction in the humanities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1902G%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1112B","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem Special Topics: Quality Journalism and Critical Reading","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"News reports that purport to have marshalled facts and opinion on current issues are often taken at face value: they are consumed without question. How can we discern quality journalism from the less worthy instances of the craft? This seminar, led by an experienced journalist, is organised around the critical exploration of key aspects of journalistic writing: the questions behind the story, the use of numbers and the organisation of the message or argument. By dissecting media coverage of current issues, students will bolster their skills as critical readers and communicators.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1912B%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1117","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: Radiation and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Reports of radiation leaks at the Fukushima nuclear facility in Japan, following the earthquake/tsunami disaster in 2011, have triggered concern and even panic among members of the general public. In this seminar, we adopt a multi-disciplinary approach to debates and controversies about radiation and nuclear technology. Key topics include: (1) the science behind radiation effects, and the way in which policymakers and others grapple with scientific uncertainties; (2) the challenges of expert-lay communication about radiation risk, both after nuclear disaster and relating to consumer technologies; (3) the broader context that shapes debates over nuclear power in Japan and elsewhere.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2910/GEM2910X/UTC2110","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1118","ModuleTitle":"Junior Seminar: The Social Lives of Drugs","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This junior seminar explores the relationship between drugs and culture. Drugs are powerful because of their material and symbolic value, their power to alter bodies and minds, and their ability to both harm and heal. By examining the social lives of drugs, from production to consumption, students will build the skills to critically ask how drugs affect lives across different societies. Besides the question how a plant, food, or substance becomes constituted as a drug in the first place, topics to be explored include the use of human subjects in clinical drug trials, the ‘pharmaceuticalization’ of health, and licit/illicit drugs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"(For Tembusu students only)","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1402","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem: Generation Y: Transitions to Adulthood","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the changes in the life transition from adolescence to adulthood in today’s developed world. We will look at some of the popular understandings of emerging adulthood by studying an age group of people called  “adultolescents”, “twixters”, or “kippers”. We will also critically analyse aspects of emerging adulthood with regards to education, job opportunities, love and marriage, as well as parenting. Finally, we reflect on the kind of citizens these emerging adults are becoming, how they can engage in the community, and what the future holds for them.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1035","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1403","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem: Hidden Communities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"There are various ‘hidden communities’ in Singapore that do not gain much public attention but whose members require special consideration from society. People with disabilities, children with learning difficulties, the elderly or migrant workers are among them. They face distinct challenges to live independent and productive lives. Each semester, the module focuses on one specific group and examines that group’s challenges, and best practices in Singaporean and international contexts. Engaging with hidden communities in Singapore is one of the key features of understanding global issues in a local context, so-called ‘Glocalisation’ (globalisation + localisation) to form active citizenship in a healthy society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1904","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1404","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem: Power and Ideas","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"According to cultural theorists like Stuart Hall, Michel Foucault and Antonio Gramsci, the structures that support dominant ideas in society could be political, economic, religious or cultural, among others. This module examines the power structures behind the dominant ideas of our time, asking why these structures have an interest in promoting or discrediting ideas about what is ‘good’ for our community and mankind. These ideas include human rights, citizenship, democracy, meritocracy, the ‘Washington Consensus,’ development, age of majority, and political correctness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1905","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1408","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem: Technology and Human Progress","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"Technology is the creation and use of tools, techniques and processes to solve a problem or perform a specific function. In this junior seminar, students will explore and understand emergent technologies (informational, biomedical, assistive, instructional etc) and will seek to understand technologies from multidisciplinary perspectives. Students will pursue a specific area of interest (eg a specific new technology, and related ethical or legal issues) in-depth, and consider the potential implications of the widespread use of these technologies, both in advancing human progress; and the social, ethical and legal dilemmas they may pose to society.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM1909","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1415","ModuleTitle":"Jr Sem: Family in a Changing Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"Family is often considered the foundation of society. Families affect the way we live, play, and work, shaping our values and how we relate to others. In this module, students will investigate and engage with issues that surround and\ndefine what it means to be a Singaporean family in the 21st century. They will look at issues such as broken and singleparent families, foster care, family leisure, family businesses etc - through economic, social, and psychological perspectives. The module emphasises experiential learning and application of readings outside the classroom through field trips, guest speakers and discussions/interviews with\nfamilies and communities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"N/A","Preclusion":"N/A","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1702A","ModuleTitle":"Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"This module will serve to prepare systems citizens with thinking and quantitative skills that thought leaders across the world consider critical for functioning in the 21st century. Comprising qualitative and quantitative elements, this module will hone students’ ability to engage in Systems Thinking: understanding parts of a system, seeing interconnections, asking ‘what-if’ questions, quantifying the\neffects of specific interventions and using such understanding to propose operational/structural policies courageously and creatively. Interactive discussions and hands-on computer modelling using examples from several ecological and natural resource systems will serve as the primary learning mechanisms.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-2-2-4","Prerequisite":"FOR GEM1918\nGEM-coded \nGEM1914 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nGEM1915% Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nGEM1919 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\nGE Reform \nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nUTC-coded \nUTC1411 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nUTC1701 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\nUTC1700 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\n\nFOR UTC1700\nGEM-coded \nGEM1914 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nGEM1915% Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nGEM1918 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\nGEM1919 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\nGE Reform \nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nUTC-coded \nUTC1411 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nUTC1701 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1702B","ModuleTitle":"Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Does a virus attack any individual? Or, does an individual create conditions for infection? How should hospitals plan treatment strategies and patient-staff movements during an outbreak? Should government allocate more resources\nto prevent onset of chronic diseases rather than managing the complications arising out of chronic diseases? Students will approach such questions from a systems perspective, which involves: understanding behaviours of subsytems and stakeholders such as disease/ infection, patients, providers, payers and society. They will also learn how the interdependencies and interactions between the different actors of the system can be integrated into a holistic system that enables better understanding.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"FOR GEM1919\nGEM-coded \nGEM1914 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nGEM1915% Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nGEM1918 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\nGE Reform \nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nUTC-coded \nUTC1411 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nUTC1701 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\nUTC1700 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\n\nFOR UTC1701\nGEM-coded \nGEM1914 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nGEM1915% Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nGEM1918 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\nGEM1919 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\nGE Reform \nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nUTC-coded \nUTC1411 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nUTC1700 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1702C","ModuleTitle":"Thinking in Systems: Sustainability and Us","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"How does our day-to-day actions and living habits affect our\nenvironment? How effectively can we engage the public,\ngovernment and other stakeholders to shape a sustainable\nenvironment for humanity? Students will analyze these\nquestions from a systems perspective by developing\nqualitative and quantitative models that can map the\ninterconnections and interdependencies between\nstakeholders involved in current sustainability challenges\nfacing humanity (examples: energy consumption, zero\nwaste and recycling). In this module, students will not only\ndevelop a good understanding on sustainability challenges,\nbut also on how actions of individuals can add up to cause\nsuch challenges.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM-coded\nGEM1914 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nGEM1915% Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\nGEM1918 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\nGEM1919 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\n\nGE Reform\nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\n\nUTC-coded\nUTC1411 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\nUTC1700 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural\nUTC1701 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\nTo be precluded with: all other topics offered under\nthe UTC1702 parent module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1702D","ModuleTitle":"Thinking in Systems: Population Dynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Many of the world’s problems are linked to population changes: rapidly aging population, immigration woes, and the threat of environmental degradation to human existence.\r\n\r\nIn this module, students will be introduced to population trends and be equipped to better understand fertility, mortality and migration and how they cause changes in population size, composition and distribution. It  incorporates basic concepts, data sources and tools used in demography into a systems approach to modelling population dynamics.\r\n\r\nStudents will build models of increasing complexity, covering a variety of generic structures and classic system dynamics modelling scenarios.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM-coded:\r\nGEM1914 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\r\nGEM1915% Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\r\nGEM1918 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\r\nGEM1919 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\r\nGE Reform:\r\nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\r\nUTC-coded:\r\nUTC1411 Jnr Sem: Systems Systems Everywhere\r\nUTC1700 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural\r\nUTC1701 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\r\nTo be precluded with:\r\nAll other topics offered under the UTC1702 parent module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC1702E","ModuleTitle":"Thinking in Systems: Energy Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Are energy sources infinite? Do energy policies lead to a sustainable energy development? Would renewables solve our future energy needs, mitigate emissions and protect our environment? Students deal with such energy challenges by learning to understand ‘energy systems’ as a ‘complex\r\nwhole’. This module provides a platform for students to understand the complex behavior arising from interdependent interactions of different actors of energy systems with other economic, political, social, technological and environmental factors. To achieve this, it engages students to learn and apply systems thinking tools to such aforementioned challenges through relevant models, case studies and real-world energy policy/problem scenarios.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM-coded:\r\nGEM1915:Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\r\nGEM1914 Jr Sem: Systems: Systems Everywhere\r\nGEM1915 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\r\nGEM1918 Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\r\nGEM1919 Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\r\n\r\nGE Reform:\r\nGET1011 Towards an Understanding of the Complex World\r\n\r\nUTC-coded:\r\nUTC1411: Jr Sem: Systems: Systems Everywhere\r\nUTC1702A: Thinking in Systems: Ecosystems and Natural Resources\r\nUTC1702B:Thinking in Systems: Diseases and Healthcare\r\nUTC1702C: Thinking in Systems: Sustainability and Us\r\nUTC1702D: Thinking in Systems: Population Dynamics\r\n\r\nTo be precluded with: all other topics offered under the UTC1702 parent module","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2102","ModuleTitle":"Climate Change","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This ‘Senior Seminar’ is required of students in their second year of residence in Tembusu College. The module will consider one of the most pressing problems of our time from multiple viewpoints. Merging insights from the sciences and humanities, students will be introduced to problems, conflicts, and debates over the causes of, and solutions to, the phenomenon of global warming and its implications for humanity. The seminar will meet weekly in small groups of 15-20, with periodic full-class meetings to hear guest speakers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2902%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2107","ModuleTitle":"Senior Seminar: Negotiating in a Complex World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"We live in a world where complex negotiations take place daily. Navigating these complex negotiations requires one to be conscious of the psychological,\nhistorical, sociological, economical, and other contextual factors that shape each unique encounter. The rapid advancement in science and technology\nadds to the challenge of interpreting highly technical, domain-specific information, which is critical in rationalizing decisions and persuading counterparts. In this module, we adopt a case study approach to dissecting complex negotiations. Students will learn to adopt both a macro and micro perspective in analysing such negotiations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2907%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2400","ModuleTitle":"Community Leadership","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"This interdisciplinary module introduces and examines the idea of ‘community leadership’. It focuses on how ordinary individuals identify social needs in the local community and endeavour to improve the lives of vulnerable groups by\norganising grassroots solutions. These individuals include\nNobel Laureates such as Mother Teresa or Muhammad\nYunus but also ordinary unsung heroes closer to\nSingapore. Students are required to investigate the\nemergence of pioneering community leaders combining\nthe socio-historical contexts, personal psychology,\nnetworking and socialisation processes and social\nentrepreneurship. The teaching methodology incorporates\nlectures, seminar discussion, experiential exercises and\nfield study to interview real-life community leaders.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"N/A","Preclusion":"GEM2903%","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2402","ModuleTitle":"Environment and Civil Society in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"How ‘green’ is Singapore and how should we preserve biodiversity on this island? This GEM explores the rise of the conservation ethic in Singapore. It traces the scientific, social and economic conditions that gave rise to the global environmental movement, and to its various expressions in Singapore. Students will engage with stakeholders (scientists, officials, civil society) to understand the \nconflicts and collaborations between advocates of development and conservation. The class will make field trips to evaluate state-civil society partnerships (wildlife \nsanctuaries, green corridors, water catchment etc), and debate choices and dilemmas for the future.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2906%\nSSU2005%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2403","ModuleTitle":"Citizenship in a Changing World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"Originally a concept which bound individual members to a defined nation via relations of rights and responsibilities, “citizenship” in the 21st century is coming under unprecedented pressure from technological change and\nglobalization. This module will trace the development of the concept, the values and social assumptions which underpin citizenship, and the interactions between liberal, communitarian and civic narratives of citizenship from\nancient Greece to contemporary Singapore. Three key relationships are considered: the rights and duties of citizens in relation to government, to other citizens, and to non-citizens in and beyond the polity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2028%\nSSU2007%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2404","ModuleTitle":"(Re)Building Communities: Insights from India","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the concepts, practices and issues related to “community development”. It focuses on the building and/or rebuilding of marginalised communities (e.g. women, the poor) in developing Asia, particularly within the context of India. It offers students an interactive learning opportunity that combines development theory, classroom discussions in Singapore, and field visits in India. Students will critically examine\r\ndebates about the nature of community development as well as ethical, social and economic challenges of different models.\r\n\r\nPart 1: Understanding community development and India\r\nPart 2: Field visits (India) \r\nPart 3: Reflection and sharing of insights gained","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"25-0-0-81-28","Prerequisite":"NA","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2700","ModuleTitle":"An Undefeated Mind: An Experiential Inner Reengineering Approach","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"This module adopts an experiential learning approach to shape students’ psychological well-being and mental resilience through mind-body practices. Students will cultivate four skills/capacities for well-being namely: Faculty of Attention, Art of Listening, Emotional Balance and Self-Awareness. Students will translate their practices and personal experiences into reflective texts as well as system diagrams. They will then engage in fieldwork at elderly care organizations in Singapore where they will dialogue with caregivers to understand their emotions and experiences. This will provide them an opportunity to personally experience and share the benefits of awareness of their mental processes while engaging in delicate conversations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-1-1-4-4","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2703","ModuleTitle":"Infectious Diseases: Dynamics, Strategies and Policies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Waves of infectious diseases like Ebola, SARS, and avian flu have shaken countries in recent years. The complex unpredictable nature of infectious diseases has also been a source of fear and threat to humans and other life forms for several centuries. The origin, spread, prevention and control of infectious diseases involve actors including animals, birds, insects, humans, environment, society and economics. This module will explore the interconnections and interdependencies between these actors as models that involve a “system of systems”. Besides helping to relate model structure to dynamic behaviour, the models will be used to design optimal vaccination and control policies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2704","ModuleTitle":"Projects in Systems Thinking and System Dynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"This module will foster deeper anchoring in Residential College 4’s (RC4s’) theme “Systems Thinking and System Dynamics” through diverse projects related to systems such as energy, environment, health, society, and business. It builds upon the skill sets that RC4 students acquired in junior seminar and senior seminar 1. Students will do individual projects supervised by RC4 fellows; some of them may involve external collaborations, and field work. Intellectual exchanges between supervisors, collaborators, practitioners on the field, and peers will provide a unique experience to students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2707","ModuleTitle":"Understanding Health and Social Care in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"The rapid growth of the elderly population in Singapore is a source of concern due to the health implications of aging. While people are increasingly avoiding fatal events, they are often not avoiding the physiological changes associated with\naging and the accumulation of chronic conditions and functional disability. Keeping pace with rising healthcare demand poses a key challenge for policymakers. This module explores the complex relationships between health and social care in the context of an aging society, with Singapore as a case. Students will be introduced to concepts and tools for health system-wide analysis of health and social care policies and strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2708","ModuleTitle":"Singapore - A Smart Nation in Context : IoT & Big Data","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Singapore as a Smart Nation - where citizens enjoy a high quality of life, seamlessly enabled by technology and providing new opportunities for innovation and creativity. 'Internet of Things' (IoT) and 'Big Data' are essential ingredients to such a \"smart nation\". With the plethora and ubiquity of connected devices (50 Billion by 2020) and the clarion call to understand 'Big Data - The New Oil' (5\nExabytes every few days ) this module will provide insights into what these terms mean, their importance, challenges, and drivers. The module will have a blend of Lectures, Experiential Learning, Case Studies and some External Subject Matter Experts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2712","ModuleTitle":"Hard to secure easy to waste - Singapore’s food story","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"A growing population, changing dietary habits and climate change are contributing to the challenge of securing food for Singapore. Singapore imports over 90% of its food supply and uses under 1% of its land area for agriculture.\r\nIn 2015, Singapore was ranked the second most food secure country in the world. On the other hand, Singapore’s food wastage has increased by 50% since 2005 and 1 in 10 people in Singapore is food insecure. This module takes a systems thinking and systems dynamics perspective to analyse and understand this apparent paradox between food security and food waste in\r\nSingapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTS2704","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2713","ModuleTitle":"Modelling Singlehood, Marriage & Fertility in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Singapore has a shrinking and ageing citizen population, owing to its declining fertility rates and longer lifespans, rising singlehood and divorce rates, delay in marriages and family formation. Policies designed to lift its fertility rates\r\nhave had little success. This module will use system dynamics modelling to gain insights into the dynamics and outcomes of population transitions in Singapore and countries facing similar or contrasting demographic\r\nchallenges. It will also explore changing attitudes and expectations associated with singlehood, marriage and childbearing in Singapore and the region, and seek to understand the interplay of factors creating policy resistance in the city-state.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTS2705","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2714","ModuleTitle":"A social critique of markets in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"This module is a social critique of markets and market behaviour in Singapore. Markets are often explained with methodological individualism as opposed to broader social systems that underscore behavioural and motivational\r\ndeterminants. This module presents an inter-disciplinary reading of selected economic concepts and critiques them from a social and holistic angle. It is principally a sociohistorical reading of how markets perform. In its application\r\nside, the module will reinterpret the success of Singapore using conceptual tools such as objective value theory, social productivity, the leisure class, and the historically determined social wage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTS2706","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC2715","ModuleTitle":"Decoding Complexity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"The world today is not only more interconnected and richer in content than ever before, but also more sensitive to disruption. Just as the proverbial butterfly flapping its wings can cause a tornado, can a small disturbance in a distant connection result in destruction elsewhere? This module focuses on such phenomena that seem to pervade a wide variety of complex issues in sociology, economics, finance, epidemics, terrorism, and science to name a few. Students will be able to debate through complex issues that Singapore and the world faces, model them, and in the process find handles to manage such complexities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTS2707","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC3100","ModuleTitle":"Third Year Experience Workshops: “Exploring Possibilities”","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The backbone of the Third Year Experience at Tembusu College is a series of workshops designed to help students explore possibilities. From a personal and professional development angle, the workshops offer tools and techniques for cultivating selfawareness as well as foundational skills for dealing with different kinds of situations. Through experiential exercises and sharing with others, students reflect on their intrinsic motivations and examine their habitual thought patterns. This prepares students for the working world, and more broadly lays a foundation for greater self-determination.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC3400","ModuleTitle":"Independent Study","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"The Independent Study Module (ISM) provides an opportunity for senior undergraduates who are staying at the College of Alice & Peter Tan (CAPT) to do \nindependent critical reading or research work. Unlike a UROP, where the student contributes to an existing research project, an ISM is an individual study \nprogramme conceptualized by the student. ISMs undertaken at CAPT must be inter-disciplinary, multidisciplinary, or trans-disciplinary in topic and/or approach. \nStudent and supervisor need to submit for approval an ISM contract that gives a clear account of the topic, programme of study, evaluation, and other pertinent \ndetails. The ISM is a graded module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-0-10","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM3902","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTC3401","ModuleTitle":"CAPT Undergraduate Research Opportunity (UROP)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"A UROP involves the student working with a supervisor, and sometimes in a team, on an existing research project. A CAPT UROP may focus on research  related to a \nparticular aspect of life, education or organization at the College. Alternatively, students may participate in research led by a College Fellow or other academic,  as long as the project gives the student exposure to forms of expertise and/or interests that go beyond any particular discipline. The aim of the UROP is to \nhelp support a student’s academic and professional development through a meaningful research apprenticeship. The UROP is a graded module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-8-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM3903","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2100","ModuleTitle":"Intelligence and Singapore Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"TEMBUSU COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module invites students to probe the concept of ‘intelligence’ in relation to Singapore’s ongoing development as a nation. The idea that smart minds are essential for survival has shaped domestic policies and international positioning strategies. We ask: in what ways has human intelligence been defined, measured and harnessed? What counts as intelligence, and what does not? Beyond notions of intelligence centred on the human individual, we will also consider forms of collective and artificial intelligence, mediated by science and technology. What kinds of intelligence are needed for the future and how can Singapore develop them?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2400","ModuleTitle":"Identities in Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"This course explores identity-formation in Asia from topdown and bottom-up perspectives, by looking at how authorities, communities and individuals construct their collective identities. The concept of ‘identity’ is a contentious site as it deals with issues of belonging, imagining communities and defining one’s trajectory (identity-formation). Looking at historical cases to cross-compare examples among Asian societies, the course aims to encourage students to investigate groups and their relationships to their surrounding communities (families, societies and gender) and to examine the relations between state and identity, and between social activism and identity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSU2002%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2402","ModuleTitle":"Environment and Civil Society in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"How ‘green’ is Singapore and how should we preserve biodiversity on this island? This GEM explores the rise of the conservation ethic in Singapore. It traces the scientific, social and economic conditions that gave rise to the global environmental movement, and to its various expressions in Singapore. Students will engage with stakeholders (scientists, officials, civil society) to understand the \nconflicts and collaborations between advocates of development and conservation. The class will make field trips to evaluate state-civil society partnerships (wildlife \nsanctuaries, green corridors, water catchment etc), and debate choices and dilemmas for the future.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2906%\nSSU2005%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2403","ModuleTitle":"Citizenship in a Changing World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"Originally a concept which bound individual members to a defined nation via relations of rights and responsibilities, “citizenship” in the 21st century is coming under unprecedented pressure from technological change and\nglobalization. This module will trace the development of the concept, the values and social assumptions which underpin citizenship, and the interactions between liberal, communitarian and civic narratives of citizenship from\nancient Greece to contemporary Singapore. Three key relationships are considered: the rights and duties of citizens in relation to government, to other citizens, and to non-citizens in and beyond the polity.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-2-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GEM2028%\nSSU2007%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2500","ModuleTitle":"College 3 Capstone Experience","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"COLLEGE OF ALICE & PETER TAN","ModuleDescription":"The Capstone Experience is open to undergraduate members of the College (Year 2 and above) and builds on the first and second year modules of the UTown\nResidential Programme. Students may elect to work individually (e.g. as part of an internship) or in an multidisciplinary group. Together with an external organization,\nand under the guidance of an academic supervisor, they apply disciplinary knowledge and skills to address an issue or question which is authentic and of practical relevance to the community. In the process, students engage\ncommunities and organizations either locally or abroad in planning, implementing and communicating their ideas and concepts, develop collaborative and leadership skills, cultural competency and an awareness of civic values. The\nlearning experience is reflected in well-researched and thoughtful situational analyses, a learning journal, and midterm and final reports or presentations.\nCapstone experiences will be supervised by College faculty with expertise in the chosen area, with the participation of a qualified preceptor from the external\norganization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-0-5-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"SSU2001%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2701","ModuleTitle":"Understanding Health and Social Care in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"The rapid growth of the elderly population in Singapore is a source of concern due to the health implications of aging. While people are increasingly avoiding fatal events, they are often not avoiding the physiological changes associated with\naging and the accumulation of chronic conditions and functional disability. Keeping pace with rising healthcare demand poses a key challenge for policymakers. This module explores the complex relationships between health and social care in the context of an aging society, with Singapore as a case. Students will be introduced to concepts and tools for health system-wide analysis of health and social care policies and strategies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2702","ModuleTitle":"Singapore - A Smart Nation in Context : IoT & Big Data","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Singapore as a Smart Nation - where citizens enjoy a high quality of life, seamlessly enabled by technology and providing new opportunities for innovation and creativity. 'Internet of Things' (IoT) and 'Big Data' are essential ingredients to such a \"smart nation\". With the plethora and ubiquity of connected devices (50 Billion by 2020) and the clarion call to understand 'Big Data - The New Oil' (5\nExabytes every few days ) this module will provide insights into what these terms mean, their importance, challenges, and drivers. The module will have a blend of Lectures, Experiential Learning, Case Studies and some External Subject Matter Experts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2704","ModuleTitle":"Hard to secure easy to waste - Singapore’s food story","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"A growing population, changing dietary habits and climate change are contributing to the challenge of securing food for Singapore. Singapore imports over 90% of its food supply and uses under 1% of its land area for agriculture.\r\nIn 2015, Singapore was ranked the second most food secure country in the world. On the other hand, Singapore’s food wastage has increased by 50% since 2005 and 1 in 10 people in Singapore is food insecure. This module takes a systems thinking and systems dynamics perspective to analyse and understand this apparent paradox between food security and food waste in\r\nSingapore.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC2712","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2705","ModuleTitle":"Modelling Singlehood, Marriage & Fertility in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"Singapore has a shrinking and ageing citizen population, owing to its declining fertility rates and longer lifespans, rising singlehood and divorce rates, delay in marriages and family formation. Policies designed to lift its fertility rates\r\nhave had little success. This module will use system dynamics modelling to gain insights into the dynamics and outcomes of population transitions in Singapore and countries facing similar or contrasting demographic\r\nchallenges. It will also explore changing attitudes and expectations associated with singlehood, marriage and childbearing in Singapore and the region, and seek to understand the interplay of factors creating policy resistance in the city-state.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC2713","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2706","ModuleTitle":"A social critique of markets in Singapore","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"This module is a social critique of markets and market behaviour in Singapore. Markets are often explained with methodological individualism as opposed to broader social systems that underscore behavioural and motivational\r\ndeterminants. This module presents an inter-disciplinary reading of selected economic concepts and critiques them from a social and holistic angle. It is principally a sociohistorical reading of how markets perform. In its application\r\nside, the module will reinterpret the success of Singapore using conceptual tools such as objective value theory, social productivity, the leisure class, and the historically determined social wage.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC2714","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTS2707","ModuleTitle":"Decoding Complexity","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE 4","ModuleDescription":"The world today is not only more interconnected and richer in content than ever before, but also more sensitive to disruption. Just as the proverbial butterfly flapping its wings can cause a tornado, can a small disturbance in a distant connection result in destruction elsewhere? This module focuses on such phenomena that seem to pervade a wide variety of complex issues in sociology, economics, finance, epidemics, terrorism, and science to name a few. Students will be able to debate through complex issues that Singapore and the world faces, model them, and in the process find handles to manage such complexities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-2-1-4-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"UTC2715","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001H","ModuleTitle":"Eating Right(s): The Politics of Food","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Do you know where your last meal came from? Have you ever wondered how your dietary choices affect communities, species and landscapes worldwide? This interdisciplinary writing course examines some human and ecological impacts of contemporary food-related practices and interactions. Readings from different perspectives focus critical attention on industrial agriculture, factory farming, packaging/distribution networks and international trade agreements in relation to issues of hunger, obesity, food security and environmental sustainability. In small collaborative classes, you will examine the strategies used by individual authors to construct persuasive arguments and learn to incorporate these rhetorical skills into your own writing about food.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying\nEnglish Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic\nPurposes modules.","Preclusion":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%,\nES1501%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001K","ModuleTitle":"Photography and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Photography is a powerful force in contemporary society. Photographs can be found in advertisements, newspapers, photo albums, museums, archives, websites, and more. In this course, you will learn to think and write critically about such photographs. Are they objective copies or artistic transformations of the world? Is photography a democratic art, accessible to all, or is it an instrument of surveillance and social control? What other social purposes does photography serve? We will address these questions and more by discussing the work of photography critics and by examining documentary, advertising, fashion, art, archival, and amateur photography.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying\nEnglish Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic\nPurposes modules.","Preclusion":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%,\nES1501%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001M","ModuleTitle":"Sport and competition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"In professional, competitive sport, there appear to be fundamentally distinct ideas concerning human endeavour and the nature of competition that are worthy of critical examination. Is winning everything? Should participation or self-defining achievement be more valued? Is sport becoming too elitist? Does the obsession to win create the need for performance-enhancing drugs? Should we legalize doping or tighten control measures? Should we change the nature of professional competitive sport? Students will explore these questions through close analysis of viewpoints expressed in both scholarly literature and popular media, ultimately developing their own positions in written arguments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying\nEnglish Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic\nPurposes modules.","Preclusion":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%,\nES1501%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001N","ModuleTitle":"Public Persona and Self-presentations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Public persona is a fundamental yet unarticulated aspect of persuasion in spoken discourse. In this course, students will explore and examine speakers’ public persona with a focus on interactional and social roles in performed presentations before a public audience. What does it mean to perform a public persona? How is public persona shaped, strengthened, or attenuated? Is there such a thing as an \"authentic\" public persona? In seminar-type classes and, subsequently, in writing assignments, students will analyse verbal and nonverbal performance of a speaker or speakers in mediated and/or non-mediated contexts, and develop informed views of their public persona.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying\nEnglish Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic\nPurposes modules.","Preclusion":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%,\nES1501%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001S","ModuleTitle":"Women in Film","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the representation of women in film as a site of ideological struggle. Students will investigate the multi-facetted images of women that appear in selected films and engage in critical debates about the messages that these images convey, as well as the extent to which they are influenced by history and culture. With an understanding of film analysis and the concept of ideology, students will examine how diverse viewpoints are expressed in key scholarly readings and contemporary articles, and develop writing skills that enunciate their own position within the debates.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying\nEnglish Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic\nPurposes modules.","Preclusion":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%,\nES1501%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001V","ModuleTitle":"Exploring Blogs as a Form of Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Blogs have become an important part of modern life. Short for weblog, blogs originated as a medium through which authors of personal websites expressed their views on a range of issues. Today, a variety of organizations from universities, the media, business, personal and professional networking sites use blogs to communicate with their target audience. Are institutional and personal blogs performing strategic communication goals such as promoting particular ideologies? Are these blog representations authentic? What other social purposes do blogs serve? In this module, we examine the role of blogs through a critical engagement with the literature and an analysis of blogs from different organizations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying English Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic Purposes modules.","Preclusion":"Students who have already read a IEM1201%, UTW1001% and ES1501% module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001W","ModuleTitle":"The Online Politician: The Use of Social Media in Political Communication","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Using social media as a political battleground during the 2011 General Election changed Singapore’s political landscape indelibly.\nIt exemplified an emerging trend: the increasing use of  Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat by politicians to gain greater political support and popularity. In fact, using social media for political communication has gone viral in Singapore, Asia-Pacific and beyond. This module explores the dynamics of social media in political communication, with a focus on Singapore, as well as the United States as case studies. Students will analyse the impact of conventional means of  political communication as opposed to those using social media.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying English Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic Purposes modules.","Preclusion":"Students who have already read a IEM1201%, UTW1001% and ES1501% module.","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"UTW1001X","ModuleTitle":"Exploring Changing Tourist Destinations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"How has globalization transformed the nature of tourism? Why have abandoned sites, like derelict historical buildings and now-defunct prisons, become places of attraction today? This module examines the reasons for the emergence of ‘new’ tourist destinations, and the implications of these trends on local development and the environment. Using postcolonialism as a lens of analysis, students will explore the changing paradigms of tourist destinations and the resultant conflicts that evolve between different stakeholders, such as human rights organizations, indigenous communities, tourism operators, and tourists themselves. Topics covered include ethnic tourism, heritage tourism, danger (adventure) tourism, and dark tourism.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have passed/been exempted from the NUS Qualifying English Test (QET) or have passed CELC English for Academic Purposes modules.","Preclusion":"Students who have already read a WP2201%, IEM1201%, UTW1001%, ES1201G, ES101L or ES1501% module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW2001J","ModuleTitle":"Blood, Death and Desire, Interpreting the Vampire","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Vampire literature has undergone a twenty-first Century resuscitation, evident in novels such as Twilight and television series including The Vampire Diaries and True Blood. But how similar are these vampires to the traditional vampire in Western and other cultures? In this module you will explore different explanations for the role/function of the Vampire and have the opportunity to research manifestations of the Vampire across cultures, genres and historical periods.\nYou will review different research methodologies, and compile a list of terms and ideas that enable you to participate in the conversation to understand the ongoing\nfascination with the Vampire.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%","Preclusion":"IEM2201%,\nUTW2001%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW2001P","ModuleTitle":"Science Fiction and Empire","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Science fiction is less about the future than it is about the present. Many science fiction narratives critique contemporary social issues, particularly imperialism and colonialism. This course will introduce students to the theories of colonialism and their importance in a modern context. Armed with this knowledge, students will engage with classic and contemporary science fiction texts in order to understand, as well as question, how such narratives describe and proscribe ways of ordering the world. In developing their original research projects, students will explore how this intersection between popular narrative and ideology influences many of the ways we think about culture today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%","Preclusion":"IEM2201%,\nUTW2001%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW2001Q","ModuleTitle":"'What's in a word?' Meaning across cultures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"It is often assumed that there is a common understanding of what specific words mean. However, can one assume a common understanding across cultures of words describing colour, such as 'red' or 'maroon,' or emotion, such as 'happiness,' 'pleasure,' or 'disgust'? Are forms of address, such as nicknames, or interjections, such as 'damn' or the 'F' word, used in similar ways across cultures? Are there differences between the ways that speakers of different varieties of English understand the meanings of such words? This module explores how meaning is culture-bound, and helps students understand cultural differences in the choice and use of words.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"I&E I","Preclusion":"(i)\tUSP students may read any I&E module, but not in lieu of a Writing and Critical Thinking module.\n(ii)\tStudents who have already read an I&E II module.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UTW2001R","ModuleTitle":"Discourse, Citizenship, and Society","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"Citizens participate in society through discourse -- talk and texts. How citizens speak and write about social issues in face-to-face and online platforms therefore warrant careful reflection. This course aims to enable students to examine how individuals enact their citizenship through language and other symbols. Students will investigate how citizens mobilize language, voice, body and other resources to deal with issues pertaining to social differences, processes of exclusion, and participation in local, regional and global contexts, among others. By the end of the module, the students should be able to develop critical awareness of\nhow civic discourse shapes public issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"4-0-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"I&E 1","Preclusion":"Students who have already read an I&E 2 module","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"UTW2001T","ModuleTitle":"Nobodiness: The Self as Story","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"CTR FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION","ModuleDescription":"The sense of having a self pervades everyday experience as well as the stories we encounter in fiction, film, television, and video games. On the other hand, the self has been called into question from various scientific, religious, and philosophical perspectives. This module examines the concept of selfhood, considering the possibility that it may be a fabrication, and examines the positive and negative aspects of positing the existence of selfhood. The module culminates in student research projects that apply critiques of the self from cognitive psychology, Eastern religion, and/or continental and analytic philosophy to a text of their choosing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"IEM1201%,\nUTW1001%","Preclusion":"IEM2201%,\nUTW2001%","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101B","ModuleTitle":"Writing and Critical Thinking: Civic Discourse in a Fractious World","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches writing and critical thinking through a\r\ncritical exploration of theories of civic and public discourse\r\nas they were configured by the ancient Greeks. Topics\r\ndiscussed include the political, ethical, and emotional uses\r\nand impacts of civic discourse. The module thus provides\r\nthe chance for students to gain a critical awareness of the\r\nnatures of their own engagement with public discourses, to\r\ncontextualise these discourses both locally and\r\ninternationally, and to explore the possible futures of\r\ncommunities of which they are a part.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101D","ModuleTitle":"Writing and Critical Writing: Narrative in Everyday Life","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Everyday narratives are those informal stories we tell each other about ourselves and our quotidian experiences. In this module, such narratives will be analyzed in terms of identity politics, how they instantiate social power, and how they frame epistemological knowledge, such as scientific discourse, not normally associated with narrative as a mode of representation. Students will generate a corpus of genuine sociolinguistic narrative data and analyze it in an interdisciplinary framework.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules.","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101F","ModuleTitle":"Writing and Critical Thinking: Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches writing and critical thinking through forms of human trafficking in the contemporary world. Topics discussed include sex workers, migrant labour, abolitionist and human rights approaches to human trafficking, as well as media representations. The module thus provides the opportunity for students to reflect on the nature of problem in the contemporary world, as well as \ntheir responsibilities as global citizens.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101G","ModuleTitle":"Writing & Critical Thinking: Apocalyptic Cultures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module primarily introduces fundamental skills of writing that are appropriate to the interdisciplinary context of the USP. It does so by advancing various topical questions surrounding our fascination with and anxieties about the portentous and cataclysmic events leading to the end of world. Are these concerns new or culturally specific? Are these apocalyptic visions obsessed with finality or are they genuinely more interested in new beginnings? In exploring these topics, students develop skills necessary in reading primary and secondary texts, to ask focused questions and explain why they matter, and ultimately to respond with well-formed arguments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101L","ModuleTitle":"Writing and Critical Thinking: Conditions of Happiness","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"In this course, we will investigate a fundamental human question: what is happiness, and what do we need to attain it? Is happiness in our own control or does it depend on external circumstances, such as wealth or freedom? Are pleasure or virtue necessary or even sufficient conditions of happiness? What constitutes a meaningful life, and how is meaning related to happiness? To reflect on such questions, we will investigate the arguments of philosophers, psychologists, economists, and other thinkers over the course of three thematic units.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Preclusion":"UTC1409: Jr Seminar: Pursuit of Happiness","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101U","ModuleTitle":"Writing & Critical Thinking: Technologies of Home","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"Domestic life is routinely held up for admiration as pure or natural.  But how many of us experience family time/space in that way?  Challenging the truism that domesticity offers a refuge from the modern world, this module recognises that technology makes it possible for modern people to be, and feel, at home.  Some relevant technologies involve engines or electronics.  But others organise ideas about gender, room, place and belonging.  By enhancing awareness of domesticity’s “constructed nature,” this module deepens understanding of home sweet home.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"UWC2101Y","ModuleTitle":"Writing and Critical Thinking: Issues in and Around Justice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","Department":"UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAMME","ModuleDescription":"This module teaches writing and critical thinking by introducing students to the assumptions that inform, and the arguments for, different concepts and practices of justice. Students will engage topics such as human rights, the place and limits of legal institutions, justifications for civil disobedience, and whether violence is justified in the pursuit of justice. This module enables students to think critically about theories of justice and how these theories shape the pursuit of justice in political life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"Not applicable to USP First-Tier modules","Preclusion":"Not applicable to USP modules.","Corequisite":"Not applicable to USP modules."},{"ModuleCode":"VM5101","ModuleTitle":"Introduction of Palliative Care","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed to introduce participants to the scope and principles of palliative care, and the general principles in the management of advanced cancers and the advanced non-cancer diseases.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-12-0-8-100","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"VM5102","ModuleTitle":"Symptom Management in Palliative Care I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module covers principles of management of common symptoms encountered in palliative care, namely pain, cachexia, fatigue, gastrointestinal and respiratory symptoms. It also covers issues of hydration and nutrition\r\nin palliative care.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-12-0-8-100","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"VM5103","ModuleTitle":"Symptom Management in Palliative Care II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YONG LOO LIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE","Department":"DIVISION OF GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDIES","ModuleDescription":"This module covers management of common emergencies in palliative medicine. These include metabolic (eg: hypercalcaemia), neurological (e.g.: cord compression, delirium and brain metastasis) and other conditions like\r\nbleeding and fractures. Management of common infections and nursing issues (wound and tubes management) will also be included in this module.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-12-0-8-100","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"WR1401","ModuleTitle":"Workplace Readiness","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"NON-FACULTY-BASED DEPARTMENTS","Department":"RIDGE VIEW RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module aims to enhance students’ workplace readiness, personal and interpersonal effectiveness, inner resilience, as well as leadership qualities.  Attributes associated with team spirit and personal effectiveness are developed through camps, sustained sports activities, and career readiness workshops and seminars. Unlike the interdisciplinary and writing and communication modules which are credit-bearing modules, this module is not credit bearing.  It is however compulsory for all students to read.  The module challenges students to venture and explore beyond their comfort zone and places them in situations/contexts where their endurance and resilience are put to test.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"0","Workload":"1-2-2-0-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XD3103","ModuleTitle":"Planet Earth","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"GEOGRAPHY","ModuleDescription":"The module provides an overview of geology – the\n\nscience of the earth. An understanding of geology is\n\nimportant to many disciplines, providing information\n\nabout the physical and chemical processes that\n\ndetermine the distribution of resources, location of\n\nhazards, operation of surface processes and the\n\ninteraction between engineering structures and earth\n\nsurface materials. The four components of the module\n\nbegin with consideration of the earth’s structure and\n\nthe role of plate tectonics, before considering the\n\nnature of earth surface materials and the functioning of\n\nearth surface systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"2-0-1-3-4","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XFA4401","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"For this module which is applicable to the double honours degree programmes, students are required to write a scholarly report of not more than 40 typed pages (including bibliography and appendices) on a rigorous multi-disciplinary research on current issues, or on theory or methodology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"0-0-0-0-37.5","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\n(1) Completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50\n(2) Passed EC4301/EC4101 or EC4302/EC4102.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"EC4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XFA4402","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES","Department":"ECONOMICS","ModuleDescription":"For this module which is applicable to the double honours degree programmes, students are required to write a scholarly report of not more than 40 typed pages (including bibliography and appendices) on a rigorous multi-disciplinary research on current issues, or on theory or methodology.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-3-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"Cohort 2011 and before:\n(1) Completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50\n(2) Passed EC4301/EC4101 or EC4302/EC4102.\n\nCohort 2012-2015:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.\n\nCohort 2016 onwards:\nCompleted 110 MCs including 44 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.00 and CAP of 3.50. Students may seek a waiver of the SJAP pre-requisite from the department if they have a minimum CAP of 4.25 after completing 110 MCs.","Preclusion":"EC4660","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XFB4001","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honors Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XFB4002","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Dissertation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF BUSINESS","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (BIZ)","ModuleDescription":"The purpose of the Integrated Honours Dissertation is to provide DDP students with an opportunity to select and synthesise research topics from two distinct bodies of knowledge, and to present their findings logically and systematically in a clear and concise prose.\r\n\r\nStudents are expected to demonstrate (i) a good understanding of relevant methodology and literature; (ii) the significance and relevance of the problem; (iii) logical and sound analysis; (iv) clear and effective presentation; and (v) achieve a balance between the learning objectives of both the Business course and the second course of study.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Vary, depending on specific research topic.","Preclusion":"Integrated honours thesis/dissertation from other faculties","Corequisite":"Vary, depending on specific research topic."},{"ModuleCode":"XFC4101","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Thesis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCHOOL OF COMPUTING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCHOOL OF COMPUTING)","ModuleDescription":"The objective of this module is to enable students to\r\nwork on an individual integrated research project\r\nspanning over two semesters, with approximately\r\n400 hours of workload. Students learn how to apply\r\nskills acquired in the classroom and also think of\r\ninnovative ways of solving problems, and learn to\r\nwork in a research environment. The project\r\ndemonstrates a student’s work ethic, initiative,\r\ndetermination, and ability to think independently. On\r\ncompletion of the project, the student has to submit a\r\ndissertation describing the project work, and give an\r\noral presentation before a panel of examiners.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"0-0-0-15-0","Prerequisite":"Attain at least 70% of the MC requirement for the\r\nrespective degrees or departmental approval","Preclusion":"CS4101 B.Comp. Dissertation or CS4349 Game Research\r\nProject","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"XFE4401","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"ENGINEERING","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (ENGINEERING)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"16","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XFS4199M","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"MATHEMATICS","ModuleDescription":"This module is created for Bachelor of Science (Honours) students in the student-designed double degree programme who wish to do an integrated honours project\nbetween his/her major and a non-science discipline, where the non-Science discipline offers an Honours project of 15MCs, which is of higher MCs than that offered by his/her major.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must be in a double degree programme and must be reading the Bachelor of Science degree as the primary degree. Students must have met the Honours eligibility requirements for specific majors from both Faculties. Students must seek approval from both Faculties to take up this module with an agreement of a common scheme of assessment.","Preclusion":"MA4199","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"XFS4199S","ModuleTitle":"Integrated Honours Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"STATISTICS & APPLIED PROBABILITY","ModuleDescription":"This module is created for Bachelor of Science (Honours)\nstudents in the student-designed double degree\nprogramme who wish to do an integrated honours project\nbetween his/her major and a non-science discipline, where\nthe non-Science discipline offers an Honours project of\n15MCs, which is of higher MCs than that offered by his/her\nmajor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"15","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must be in a double degree programme and must\nbe reading the Bachelor of Science degree as the primary\ndegree. Students must have met the Honours eligibility\nrequirements for specific majors from both Faculties.\nStudents must seek approval from both Faculties to take\nup this module with an agreement of a common scheme of\nassessment.","Preclusion":"This module precludes XX4199 as well as XX4299 and vice versa.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YCC1111","ModuleTitle":"Literature and Humanities 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This is the first semester of a two semester sequence on literature and humanities.  The sequence explores literature and other arts from cultures around the world throughout history.  Special attention is paid to developing skills in written and oral expression.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-8.5-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"YCC1113","ModuleTitle":"Philosophy and  Political Thought 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This is the first module of a two semester sequence exploring philosophy and political thought. Texts and ideas from many times and many cultures around the world will be explored. Special attention is given to developing skills of oral and written expression.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-8.5-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"YCC1121","ModuleTitle":"Comparative Social Inquiry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores a range of social institutions from the perspective of a variety of disciplines in the social sciences.  Quantitative and qualitative methods are explored, with examples chosen from societies around the world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-8.5-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"YCC1122","ModuleTitle":"Quantitative Reasoning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores a range of quantitative methods in a manner accessible to all students regardless of level of preparation.  Examples are generally chosen from the social sciences, but the methods themselves are applicable to a wide range of topics.  Special attention is paid to helping students develop their skills in presenting and analysing quantitative information.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3.5-0-9.0-0","Prerequisite":"NIL","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"YCC2121","ModuleTitle":"Modern Social Thought","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module will introduce students to foundational figures of modern social thought and explore the ways in which their writings have been taken up in contemporary social analysis and political practice in different parts of the world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-8.5-0","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1, YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2, YCC1113 Philosophy and Political Thought 1, YCC1114 Philosophy and Political Thought 2, YCC1121 Comparative Social Institutions, OR permission of instructor","Preclusion":"Not Applicable","Corequisite":"Not Applicable"},{"ModuleCode":"YCC2137","ModuleTitle":"Scientific Inquiry 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Building upon SI1 and QR, SI2 develops deeper understanding and application of scientific modes of inquiry by tackling a topical question in science, e.g. climate change, origins of our universe, artificial intelligence, etc. The semester focuses on a single central question. Students explore related issues in breadth and depth: Breadth from a general introduction to the central question; depth from six weeks on one aspect of their choice. The course ends with a synthesis segment, where students work in teams to put together various elements learned, much as scientific teams today assimilate multi-faceted evidence and solutions to address current problems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-3-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1131 Scientific Inquiry 1 and YCC1122 Quantitative Reasoning","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YCT1201","ModuleTitle":"Transitions - Understanding College and College Life","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Transitions is a six-week optional elective module that supports all Yale-NUS first year students in their transition to college. Topics covered include goal setting, time management, maintaining wellness, understanding learning styles, study tips and effective note-taking, formal and informal communication, and understanding academic regulations. Students are expected to further their learning by meeting up with their Deans Fellows outside of class time.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"1","Workload":"0-8-20-2","Prerequisite":"N.A.","Preclusion":"N.A.","Corequisite":"N.A."},{"ModuleCode":"YHU1210","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Writing Poetry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"As its title implies, this course will introduce students to the art of writing poetry. There will be readings assigned, but this will mainly be a writing course with weekly writing assignments and peer critiques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-9.5-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU1212","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Fiction Writing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to the practice of writing fiction, primarily\r\nthe short story. Students will learn about character development, scene,\r\nsetting, dialogue and other important elements. Weekly exercises and\r\nreadings will form a foundation from which students can build their\r\nunderstanding of the craft of fiction.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2202","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Creative Nonfiction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to the practice of creative nonfiction writing. It will explore the genre's manifold forms, including memoir, personal essay, literary journalism, lyric essay, and op-eds. Each week, students will read classic and contemporary examples of creative nonfiction and practise the craft themselves through guided writing exercises. The reading list will include many diaspora, emigrant, and third-culture writers alongside progenitors of the genre, such as Michel de Montaigne and Li Shang-Yin. Students will craft two main essays over the course of the semester, as well as a variety of shorter original pieces.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2210","ModuleTitle":"Integrative Music Theory 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"IMT 2 embraces advanced tonal procedures and the techniques of chromaticism used in composition to the end of the 19th century. Students will study the complete diatonic and chromatic vocabulary, including elements of figuration, chromatically inflected progressions, mixture, leading-tone seventh chords, dominant ninths, elevenths and thirteenths and chromatic chords including the Neapolitan and augmented sixths. Compositional applications will include the writing of advanced chorales, string quartet and piano accompaniment textures. These processes will be amplified by listening to a variety of repertoire.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4.5-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"YHU2205 Integrative Music Theory 1 or equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2215","ModuleTitle":"Drawing Methods","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the skills and techniques, concepts and practices involved in Contemporary Drawing and exhibition making. Classes will use a range of drawing materials, and include notebook research, fieldtrips, talks and critical presentations. Students will develop a portfolio of drawings through class exercises and with tutorial advice, these will be developed in personal directions and focused themes for a final exhibition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-6-2.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2218","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Migrations to Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Chinese occupy an interesting position in Southeast Asian history. While their economic contributions are acknowledged, their place in the political and social development of the region is often considered tangential. In this course, we will focus on four themes concerning Chinese migrations: systemic precursors to external migration; the variegated nature of migration; new identities in new lands; and the overseas Chinese connection to China. Through an examination of historical and theoretical works, we seek a deeper\r\nunderstanding of migrations and diaspora formation as we chart out the history of Chinese migrations to Southeast Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"YHU1208","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2222","ModuleTitle":"Digital Narratives","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course explores narrative and interactivity in digital media through the\r\ncreation of audio and moving image works. Students will read, experience,\r\nanalyze and create digital narrative works including text, film, soundscape,\r\nand interactive visual art. Working with instances of dynamic storytelling in\r\nrelationship to memory, personal narrative, and social critique, students will\r\nexplore the all-encompassing realm of narrative, learn about digital media theory, and gain media production skills. The class will introduce students to\r\ncameras and audio recorders as well as audio and film editing software.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2234","ModuleTitle":"Creative Music Composition 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to stimulate new lines of enquiry that will help students define and enrich their own compositional ideas. Students will be exposed to the discoveries of composers, scientists of sound and artists outside of music in order to build a vocabulary to articulate one’s own ideas and listening experience. The goal of the course is to help students cultivate an independent voice as a creative artist and extend their musical imaginations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2266","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Oil Painting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module will teach students the basic skills in paint handling coupled with a practical knowledge of colour theory. Students will learn how artists controlled colour from examples in the history of painting. Students will learn about the intensity, temperature and value of a certain colour and how it relates to other colours when placed next to each other in a painting. The course fulfils the practice requirement within the structure of the Arts and Humanities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-3-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2269","ModuleTitle":"Ethics and Politics of Sex","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"In this course we consider the moral and political dimensions of sex understood as individual and social practice. Are sexual preferences, fantasies, behaviors, and traditions morally criticisable, and if so, how? What about sexual industries and institutions? In what ways do our sexual practices impede or advance present-day struggles for social equality?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0.5-9","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2270","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary Egalitarianism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Is it unjust for a society to be unequal? If equality is desirable, what kind of equality? Equality of opportunity? Or equal welfare? Or equal capabilities? Contemporary political philosophy offers rich materials to answer these questions; we will read authors such as Rawls, Nozick, Cohen, Sen, and Anderson. The course satisfies the following dimensions of the Philosophy major: Skills, problems; Historical, new.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2272","ModuleTitle":"Writing Love: The Love Letter in Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module covers the theory and practice of romantic correspondence through a study of patterns of expressing and enframing desire in the love letter form within literary works. It surveys novels, short stories, and a selection of essays from the 1800 to the present, marking the shifts in epistolary formulas and communicative means in an exploration of the role of socio-cultural grammar and narrative conventions in shaping the discourse of love. This module combines critical reading and creative writing, giving students the opportunity to practise techniques of romance writing and receive constructive feedback for their work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1 and YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2273","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Experimental Music","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Starting with early experimentalists John Cage and Henry Cowell, this course provides an in-depth survey of seminal works of experimental music. The course provokes enquiry into the concept of continuity and change in music and how this reflects and affects social, cultural and ecological relationships. Lectures will critique examples and theories in the realms of sound as sound sculpture, acoustic ecology, musique concréte, Deep ListeningTM, fabricated spaces, and aspects of performance art. Students will develop their understanding of the experimental music tradition through hands-on creative work through the design and productions of experimental musical materials. No previous music background required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-9.5-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2274","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to World Music Cultures","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides students with an introduction to a few of the world’s music cultures and some of the complex issues – social, cultural, political, historical, music analytical – with which music is entangled and otherwise engaged. It will also introduce students to some of the history, primary issues, and methodologies of the discipline of ethnomusicology, while giving students the opportunity to develop independent research on a particular music culture of their choice.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1.5-1.5-0-4-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2275","ModuleTitle":"Implicit Body Explicit Action","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course aims to develop in students a physical vocabulary aimed at a contemporary vision of performance in which the actor is “embodied”. Students will be introduced to the foundations of physical process for the creation of movement and physical performances. These foundation knowledge and vocabulary will then be applied and extended by placing the student performer within the performer frame of a persona and the performance frame of an ensemble.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2276","ModuleTitle":"Tonal Music Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to introduce tonal principles basic to the understanding of the Western musical tradition. Students will develop skills at writing in contrapuntal textures in two and three parts. Following from this, lectures will focus on the hierarchical principles that govern the motion and organization of sonorities and students will develop skills at manipulating harmonic textures in four parts. There will be an opportunity to have these vocal compositions recorded and performed. Acquired proficiency in reading Western music notation is required.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"3-0-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2277","ModuleTitle":"Postcolonial Literatures: An Introduction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module provides an introduction, at 2000 level, to the basic contexts, methods, and preoccupations of postcolonial literatures (in English and in translations into English). Its aim is (a) to provide a foundation of ideas, concepts, and reading methods which can provide the basis for wider reading in postcolonial cultures, and (b) to study authors and texts drawn from a wide range of colonial and postcolonial societies.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1 and YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU2278","ModuleTitle":"Music Performance Elective: Introduction to Voice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This is a practical course focusing on vocal literature from its various styles and traditions. Students will work one-on-one with the lecturer, honing in on solo, chamber and choir repertoires. Lectures will consider the historical and social aspects that define the nature of their songs and also focus on the various languages and language syntax of their chosen songs.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3205","ModuleTitle":"Ming Imperial Voyages","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"From 1405 to 1433, the Ming admiral Zheng He (Cheng Ho) led seven\r\nextravagant expeditions to kingdoms in Southeast Asia and around the Indian\r\nOcean world, going as far as the African continent. In this Historical\r\nImmersion course, we will examine the life of this eunuch-admiral and\r\nexplore the nature of his voyages. We will also study the policies and\r\nambitions of Zheng He’s patron, the Emperor Yongle, and consider his lasting legacy today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1.5-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3216","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Photojournalism","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will cover the practicalities of working as a visual journalist in\r\ntoday’s world. The evolving media landscape demands an awareness of the\r\nuses and meanings of images and a high degree of visual literacy. Besides\r\ncovering the technical aspects of camera operation, post production and\r\ndigital delivery, the curriculum will provide opportunity for critique and\r\ndebate both of student’s work and current practitioners in the field. Real world assignments, discussions on ethics, business practices, exploration of\r\nthe potential of new media and visits by guest speakers will all form part of\r\nthe course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3243","ModuleTitle":"Woolf, Historiography, and the Scene of the Modern","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Woolf lived in an era of tremendous historical-mindedness in which artists,\nwriters, and historians were deeply engaged with how the past should be\nrepresented. Students will explore Woolf’s engagement in this debate through\nclose analysis of her diaries, drafts, and published works as well as primary\nsource materials (museum artifacts and contemporary newspapers) that help\nplace her engagement in the social, cultural, and political issues of the early twentieth century. Was this engagement with the past at odds with a liberal\nbelief in progress, or was the past, for Woolf, a causal entity to be interpreted\nfor its historical difference?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3244","ModuleTitle":"Writing Pedagogy and Practice","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"In this course students will study and practice a range of writing genres including the personal essay, the academic essay, and the nuances of writing in their chosen disciplines. Students will read short essays, engage with current writing theory, and can expect to practice regular writing exercises. Students will also receive practical training in one-on-one peer tutoring and leading larger group workshops. By the end of the course, students will have a sound understanding of the dialects of writing and if they receive an A, become qualified to become peer tutors.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3254","ModuleTitle":"From Edo to Modern City: Tokyo","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides an in-depth examination of the city of Tokyo and the historical phase in which it transitioned from a pre-modern city called Edo, to the modern city of Tokyo that we know today. It will involve close readings and analysis of visual materials (“floating world pictures” (ukiyo-e)), historical artefacts, literature and film from the later Edo period (1800s) to the modern era to provide an understanding of Japanese culture and history that has conditioned its transformation into one of the major global cities in Asia today.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum modules.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3265","ModuleTitle":"Philosophy of Religion","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"In this course, we will examine some central philosophical issues concerning religious belief and practice. Topics may include the problem of evil, petitionary prayer, and religious experience; readings will be contemporary but not exclusively Anglophone.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1-8.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1113 Philosophy and Political Thought 1 and YCC1114 Philosophy and Political Thought 2, or permission of HOS or instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3266","ModuleTitle":"Democratic Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Why is democracy valuable? What does it even mean to call a political order a democracy? How can democracy represent a 'will of the people' if the people disagree with one other? Does democracy conflict other important values and goals? In this course we answer these questions by first establishing a conceptual framework from the history of political thought, and then plunging into contemporary democratic theory. We will use theory to analyse contemporary local and international examples, and be open to real examples posing challenges to theory. \nThe course satisfies these dimensions of the Philosophy major: Skills, Problems; Historical, New.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"YCC2121 Modern Social Thought","Preclusion":"Precludes previous module code of YHU2245","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3268","ModuleTitle":"The Japanese Empire in Global History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course focuses on the history of the Japanese empire from 1868 to 1945. Whilst consolidating the knowledge of the Japanese empire, this course aims to develop critical thinking on existing historiography, by thinking about limitations of traditional historiography, whilst exploring new approaches emerging in the field. Why do debates on empire sit uncomfortably with the literature on nationalism? What are imperial and trans-imperial agents and practices? We examine themes such as migration, citizenship, religion, development, settler communities, trade, experts, and outlaws. What was the role of ‘culture’ as a constructed ideology to connect diverse local contexts?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"One history module at 2000 or 3000 level, or permission from the instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3269","ModuleTitle":"Form and Feeling in English Poetry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will provide students an opportunity to study the complex interactions between form and the expression of feelings and ideas in poetry written in English. It will draw representative examples from the entire Anglophone world, beginning with Sir Thomas Wyatt (early sixteenth century England) and ranging through the centuries to contemporary poetry in English from all parts of the Anglophone world. The focus will be on how poets use the acoustic, syntactic and figurative resources of the English language to shape feelings and ideas into poetic artefacts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1, and YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3270","ModuleTitle":"English Women Novelists: Austen and her Predecessors","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"From 1775 to 1815, the number of novels written by women rose rapidly, even as women were increasingly confined to the domestic sphere. Agreeing with more conservative writers that the patriarchal family was England’s most important institution, radical and progressive women novelists argued that relations between men and women should be reformed, because domestic conduct could have serious political implications. In this course, we will read a variety of novels against this historical backdrop, considering the fictional strategies that women employed to tell (and sell!) stories that were often at odds with the dominant values of their culture.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1.5-8","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1, and YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2, or permission of instructor.","Preclusion":"NUS modules EN4226 English Women Novelists 1800-1900 and EN3228 Women Novelists: 1750-1800.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3271","ModuleTitle":"Love in Antiquity: Eros in Translation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines how Roman poets adapted and developed Greek erotic poetry. How did love elegy become the dominant new genre in the Roman literary scene of the first century BCE? How did Roman poets transform Greek models such as Sappho? What does love elegy tell us about sexual identities in Rome? Students will read Greek and Roman love elegy in translation with scholarship to understand the generic conventions and innovations of the Roman elegists. Students will also work with the texts in Latin, and examine the translation tradition in English and theoretical discourses surrounding translation. 2MC language supplement available.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1, YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2, one literature elective.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3272","ModuleTitle":"Literary Activism: Texts, Aesthetics, & Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"What is the relationship, in modern literature, between literary texts and politics? Can literature transform the world? Or is it just a distraction from engagement? Can it do anything to influence the political landscape? If so, how might it accomplish or document change, and how might different types of literature be suited to activist, reformist, or revolutionary purposes? Through readings from fiction, drama, poetry, history, and literary theory, and from writers that might include Zola, Stowe, Morrison, Thomas Mann, Coetzee, Beauvoir, Sartre, Adorno, Brecht, Allende, Alan Moore, Christa Wolf, and others, this course attempts to address these questions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1-8.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1 and YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3273","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Oil Painting","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The course fulfils the practice requirement within the structure of the Arts and Humanities. This module will further develop students’ skills in paint handling coupled with a more in-depth knowledge of colour theory. Students will study in greater depth how artists controlled colour from examples in the history of painting. Students will embark on four paintings from start to finish using the skills learned in YHU2266 Introduction to Oil Painting.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-3-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"YHU2266 Introduction to Oil Painting","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3274","ModuleTitle":"Painting the Orient","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This historical immersion course examines the beginnings and subsequent proliferation of Orientalist painting in the first half of the nineteenth century. Taking Edward Said’s seminal definition of Orientalism as a point of departure, students will investigate the historical processes by which Europeans conceptualized and represented the “Orient” both at the moment of initial colonial encounter and during subsequent imperial expansion. Students will analyze a number of masterpieces of Orientalist painting alongside key literature. Students will engage with different theoretical positions and methodologies, exploring how the legacy of Orientalism continues to influence our perceptions of the East/West binary to this day.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Priority for Juniors and Seniors","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3275","ModuleTitle":"Descartes and the Perfection of Human Knowledge","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will survey the Cartesian system—showing how issues such as the reformation, religious climate, social issues (such as the earliest standardization of a curriculum by the Jesuits) and revolutionary developments in science and mathematics informed Descartes’ methodology, philosophy and publication strategy. Starting with his conception of human reason and methodology, we will consider the influences that shaped the construction of the Cartesian system from metaphysics and epistemology, mathematics and physics, to medicine and morals. The course will also examine the historical context of Descartes' thinking, in particular his intellectual inheritance from scholasticism and the broader contemporary reception of his work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1.5-8","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3276","ModuleTitle":"The Historian’s Craft","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This is a hands-on course in which students will be introduced to the practices involved in historical research, writing, and presentation. Students will be exposed to a variety of models created by professional historians and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each. Direct engagement with primary sources will be a principal area of focus in this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"All Common Curriculum modules, and at least one 2000 level History module.","Preclusion":"Precludes previous module code of YHU2217","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU3279","ModuleTitle":"Engendering the History of Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is intended to provide a comparative historically-based introduction to the study of gender relations in Southeast Asia from early times to the present day. It will reflect the contemporary view that a serious consideration of gender history spans the spectrum of gendered bodies. Southeast Asia offers a unique laboratory to examine the changing relationship between men, women and “third genders”. Examining the evidence in comparison with other world areas will open up new ways of looking at Southeast Asia, indicating where it was similar to other regions and where it seems to have carved its own path.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Common Curriculum modules, and preferably one History module at 2000 level","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4101","ModuleTitle":"History Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The History Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the History major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4102","ModuleTitle":"Literature Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Literature Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Literature major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4103","ModuleTitle":"Philosophy Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Philosophy Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Philosophy major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4104","ModuleTitle":"Arts and Humanities Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Arts and Humanities Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Arts and Humanities major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-2-0-5-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4207","ModuleTitle":"Critical Approaches to Art History","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed as an introduction to the analysis of art as a historical and critical discipline. It is at once historiographical, methodological and theoretical and examines the different approaches that scholars and critics have adopted over the centuries to understand and interpret various artworks. Through a wide range of both classical and current texts, students will acquire the fundamental tools with which to approach the visual arts.\r\n\r\nThe course is specifically aimed at students, who are planning to pursue an\r\nart historical topic as part of their senior capstone project in the Arts and\r\nHumanities Major.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completed all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum and at least one level 1000 or 2000 course in art history","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4213","ModuleTitle":"Life Drawing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Students will work with nude models, study human anatomy, learn to depict the figure in various mediums. Students will draw, paint, sculpt, and challenge the limits what a figure is, and what makes a representation of the human. It will also look at body politics through art making, and the relationship between artist-artwork-viewer. The class will look at gesture drawing, classical painting, contemporary and conceptual works. Students will develop a portfolio of drawings in various media, and make a selection for a final, public exhibition with the class. The course fulfils the practice requirement within the Arts & Humanities.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-3-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YHU2215 Drawing Method","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4214","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Creative Nonfiction","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Advanced Creative Nonfiction will delve into long readings and the creation of original true stories. Students will grapple with landmark books of creative nonfiction, write and revise their own long nonfiction pieces, and deepen their engagement with the different forms inside the genre.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6.5-3","Prerequisite":"YHU2202 Introduction to Creative Nonfiction. Entrance into this course requires submission of a portfolio of one or two examples of creative nonfiction of no more than 3000 words combined.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4215","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Fiction Writing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course builds upon the processes and models learned in Introduction to Fiction. A further development and refinement of techniques previously learned will be the focus of this course. There will be readings assigned, but this will mainly be a writing course with weekly writing assignments and peer critiques.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"YHU1212 Introduction to Fiction. Entrance into this course requires submission of a portfolio of one or two stories of no more than 3000 words combined.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4219","ModuleTitle":"Doing Things with Words","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"With a system of sounds and marks, we human beings are able to share knowledge, coordinate actions, prompt emotional responses, and make things like marriages and names come into existence. This course will consider what Sanskrit and Anglophone philosophers have to say about speech acts. We will start with Mima¿sa, known as the “science of sentences”, and think about how commands and exhortations work. We then turn to J.L. Austin’s seminal How to Do Things with Words, which introduced speech act theory to Anglophone philosophy. The course will close with some contemporary attempts to integrate Mima¿sa and speech act theory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Students should have taken at least two philosophy courses previously (YCC1113 Philosophy and Political Thought 1 and YCC1114 Philosophy and Political Thought 2 do not count), or have instructor permission otherwise.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4221","ModuleTitle":"Curatorial Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module will provide the practical curatorial skills, theories, and historical and conceptual foundation for managing, curating, and displaying artworks in art museums and galleries. Students will learn how to properly handle art objects, manage art collections, and write proposals, didactic panels, and catalogues. Through hands-on experience, they will learn how to display objects; learn how to research and write about display objects. Students will write proposals for their own curatorial projects for the NUS Museum. We will visit three major museums and art galleries in Singapore. Guest lectures will be by curators, directors, art conservators, and art educators.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YHU1209 Introduction to the Arts or YHU4207 Critical Approaches to Art History","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4222","ModuleTitle":"The Historiography of Sima Qian","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"As author of the Shiji, China’s first dynastic history, Sima Qian counts as one of the world’s most influential figures in the history of historiography. In this course, we will closely examine his Shiji as a seminal act of historiographical creation, as we study its precursors and innovations, its conventions and literary devices, and its expressed and unexpressed motivations and the way in which such impulses contributed to Sima Qian’s acts of source selection and narrative construction and his critical evaluation of both his evidentiary sources and the historical figures themselves.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-9.5-0","Prerequisite":"Completed Year 2 and Common Curriculum (excluding Historical Immersion) as a prerequisite.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4223","ModuleTitle":"Cultures at War in Cold War Southeast Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines cultural expressions of the Cold War in Southeast Asia, 1948 to the present. Within the global framework of and under pressure from superpower rivalry during this period, Southeast Asians fought to free themselves from colonial domination and forge new national, modern, and global identities. We will examine the history of this process by reading literature and plays; looking at paintings; listening to music; watching films; and discussing the role of sport in nation-building. Our focus will be on the Philippines, the Republic of Vietnam, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1, YCC1112 Literature and Humanities 2, YCC2121 Modern Social Thought, and one History course at the 2000 or 3000 level.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YHU4224","ModuleTitle":"Making Performances Across Mediums","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course allows students to critically apply and extend knowledge of sound and movement composition in working towards a performance in a two-phase creative process: an individual creative phase, followed by the collaborative phase. Students will document processes using reflection and analysis. Discussion and research form an integral part of each process. Students will develop practical and theoretical understanding of the relationship between sound and movement, and how they intersect to generate and advance meanings and performative contexts. This course combines creative and critical practice, features a variety of reflective, analytical and practical assessment tasks, including a group performance project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1111 Literature and Humanities 1\r\nYCC1113 Philosophy and Political Thought 1\r\nYCC1121 Comparative Social Institutions\r\nYCC1131 Scientific Inquiry\r\nYHU3255 Performative Elements Across Space and Medium","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YID1201","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Environmental Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module introduces students to the field of environmental studies.  We explore the core concerns of the field, its history, its primary methods of analysis, and a number of pressing environmental challenges to human well-being.  We also examine how insights from the humanities, the social sciences, and the natural sciences can be integrated to analyze environmental problems and generate responses to them.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5.5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YID2209","ModuleTitle":"Biogeophysical Systems","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"To better understand the effects humans are having on the Earth, this course explores how the Earth functions as a complex system with a solid lithosphere interacting with an atmosphere and hydrosphere in a way that sustains the biosphere. We investigate how these different spheres interact, and how scientists measure the changes in these realms. Topics include the theory of plate tectonics, the dynamics of atmospheric circulation, and the fundamentals of biogeochemical cycling as the foundation of ecosystems. Students will engage in data collection and analysis, and compare their analyses to current knowledge as documented in the scientific literature.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1-2-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YID1201 Introduction to Environmental Studies or permission of the\ninstructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YID3201","ModuleTitle":"Conservation Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to the principles of conservation biology, including\r\npopulation, community, and ecosystem-level approaches. Students will learn\r\nthe basics of ecology and population genetics as they pertain to\r\nconservation, interrogate classic case studies in the field, and explore\r\nrelevant examples from around Southeast Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"YCC2135 Foundations of Science (Class of 2019) or YCC2132 Foundations of Science 2 (Class of 2018) or YCC2137 Scientific Inquiry 2 (Class of 2020 onwards) or YCC2134 Integrated Science 3 or with permission of the instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"YCC2137 Scientific Inquiry 2 (Class of 2020 onwards)"},{"ModuleCode":"YID3206","ModuleTitle":"Agrarian Change and Environmental Transformations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar focuses on changes in agriculture and environment now underway in rural areas around the world. Students are introduced to work of scholars, practitioners and activists focusing on the deepening links among rural poverty, food insecurity, social injustice, environmental degradation, and climate change. Drawing on cases from Asia, Africa, and the Americas, we explore the social, political, economic, cultural and material processes that drive change in agrarian societies and environments. Topics include the\r\nGreen Revolution and its legacies, neoliberalization of agriculture, land grabbing in the 21st century, peasant movements and resistance, and the rise of “alternative” agri-food systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YID2207 Social Theory and the Environment, or permission of the instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YID3213","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Conflict and Collaboration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides environmental studies majors with the foundations to analyze and manage conflicts and disputes, as well as collaborative and deliberative endeavours associated with complex socio-ecological problems. It provides students with the theoretical knowledge and skills needed for the analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of conflict management systems and collaborative decision-making processes.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YID1201 Introduction to Environmental Studies","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YID4101","ModuleTitle":"Environmental Studies Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Environmental Studies Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Environmental Studies major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-1.5-0-5-6","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YID4202","ModuleTitle":"Applied Environmental Research","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar in an applied and collaborative problem-solving course that reproduced the dynamics of an innovative environmental-consulting firm while enhancing the ability of students to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary research teams. The module is required of all students majoring in environmental studies, and is open only to those students.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"Open only to 3rd and 4th year Environmental Studies majors, all of whom must take the course in either Sem One or Sem Two of AY2017-18","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YIL1202I","ModuleTitle":"Directed Language Study: Beginning Italian 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Beginning Italian 2 is a continuation of Beginning Italian 1 and builds upon what students learned in their first semester. It is designed to help students expand their basic ability to read, write, understand, and speak Italian as well as to deepen their cultural competency. Stress will be placed on the acquisition of basic structures, which will be developed and reinforced in subsequent modules. The course will be conducted in Italian via teleconference from Yale.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"YIL1201I Directed Language Study: Beginning Italian 1 or permission of the Language Coordinator","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YIL1202R","ModuleTitle":"Directed Language Study: Beginning Russian 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Beginning Russian 2 is a continuation of Beginning Russian 1 and builds upon what students learned in their first semester. It is designed to help students expand their basic ability to read, write, understand, and speak Italian as well as to deepen their cultural competency. Stress will be placed on the acquisition of basic structures, which will be developed and reinforced in subsequent modules. The course will be conducted in Italian via teleconference from Yale.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-3","Prerequisite":"YIL1201R Directed Language Study: Beginning Russian 1 or permission of the Language Coordinator.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YIL2201S","ModuleTitle":"Directed Language Study: Intermediate Sanskrit","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course offers four hours a week of language instruction in Sanskrit for students who have completed Beginning Sanskrit or have a similar command of the language. Instruction will continue developing their knowledge of the writing systems, vocabulary, and syntax of classical Sanskrit texts. Students will strengthen their reading level by working with a variety of texts. The course will be taught via teleconference.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"YIL1201S Beginning Sanskrit","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YIL2202P","ModuleTitle":"Directed Language Study: Intermediate Portuguese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Intermediate Portuguese 2 is designed to increase students’ proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and overall comprehension of the language. This module is aimed at students who have completed the beginning sequence or have had significant experience with the language. It offers a combination of listening and speaking practice with a review of key concepts of Portuguese grammar via targeted reading and writing activities. This module continues to incorporate cultural elements through representative readings and films.\nThe course will be conducted in Portuguese via teleconference from Yale.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"YIL2201P Intermediate Portuguese 1 or equivalent. Students may need to take a placement exam.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YIR2311","ModuleTitle":"Independent Reading and Research (Sem1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Independent study in an area of special interest to the student(s), with the close guidance of a faculty member, leading to a final project/product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"Not Applicable","Preclusion":"Not Applicable","Corequisite":"Not Applicable"},{"ModuleCode":"YIR2312","ModuleTitle":"Independent Reading and Research II (Sem1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Independent study in an area of special interest to the student(s), with the close guidance of a faculty member, leading to a final project/product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"Not Applicable","Preclusion":"Not Applicable","Corequisite":"Not Applicable"},{"ModuleCode":"YIR3311","ModuleTitle":"Independent Reading and Research (Sem 1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Independent study in an area of special interest to the student(s), with the close guidance of a faculty member, leading to a final project/product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"YIR3311L","ModuleTitle":"Independent Language Study and Research (Sem 1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module is intended for an individual or small group of students – ordinarily 1-2 students– who would like to work with texts and other materials in a language other than English. Students should clearly articulate the goals of their project and what they aim to achieve by the end of the semester. ILSR projects should go beyond reading the assigned materials from another course in their original language.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"Project proposal with consent of Faculty Supervisor, Language Coordinator, Divisional Director, Vice Rector and Dean of Faculty.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YIR3312","ModuleTitle":"Independent Reading and Research II (Sem 1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Independent study in an area of special interest to the student(s), with the close guidance of a faculty member, leading to a final project/product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"Nil","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"YIR4311","ModuleTitle":"Independent Reading and Research (Sem 1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Independent study in an area of special interest to the student(s), with the close guidance of a faculty member, leading to a final project/product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"None.\r\n(Consent of the Supervisor, Divisional Director, Vice Rector and Dean of Faculty)","Preclusion":"None.","Corequisite":"None."},{"ModuleCode":"YIR4312","ModuleTitle":"Independent Reading and Research II (Sem 1)","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Independent study in an area of special interest to the student(s), with the close guidance of a faculty member, leading to a final project/product.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-4-0","Prerequisite":"None.\r\n(Consent of the Supervisor, Divisional Director, Vice Rector and Dean of Faculty)","Preclusion":"None.","Corequisite":"None."},{"ModuleCode":"YLC1202","ModuleTitle":"Beginning Chinese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module is designed for 1) students who already possess some proficiency in spoken Chinese but no formal education in Chinese; 2) students returning from summer study abroad programs; and 3) non-heritage students with prior coursework in Chinese who wish to further develop their reading and writing skills in Chinese. Students will take a placement test prior to the beginning of the course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"YLC1201 Beginning Chinese 1 or equivalent or permission of instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLC2202","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Chinese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed for students who completed Intermediate Chinese 1\r\n(YLC2201) or have equivalent Chinese proficiency. It emphasizes the ability to\r\ncommunicate and function accurately and appropriately in Modern Chinese.\r\nStudents will take a placement test prior to the beginning of the course. The\r\ncourse aims for students to: (1) acquire basic knowledge and communicative\r\nskills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Chinese; (2) gain solid understanding of the cultural and social context of Chinese; (3) develop\r\nresearch skill to understand Chinese texts and culture by using Chinese input\r\nsystem and online dictionary, as well as useful online resources.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"YLC 2201 Intermediate Chinese 1 or have equivalent Chinese proficiency.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLC3204","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chinese 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The course is the continuation of Advanced Chinese 1 and prepares students to take further courses in advanced-level Chinese. It is designed for students who have studied at least two-and-a-half years of Chinese at the college level to achieve greater proficiency in oral and written uses of modern Mandarin. The course further develop language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with particular emphasis on enhancing reading and writing abilities. It builds upon the foundations of Advanced Chinese 1 yet differs in giving the students increased exposure to authentic written (and audio-visual) materials not specifically designed for classroom learning.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"YLC3203 Advanced Chinese 1 or equivalent Chinese proficiency.","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YLC3206","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Chinese: Readings in Modern Chinese Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to promote the development of critical Chinese reading and writing skills. It aims to further improve the students’ Mandarin Chinese skills in all aspects. Students will gain access to the essence of Chinese culture as well as the charm of the language itself through notable works of modern Chinese literature. They will be introduced to significant topics concerning Chinese culture and history written in different styles and genres. Most of the texts are original and unabridged written by well-known authors such as Yuan Qiongqiong from Taiwan; Xixi from Hong Kong and Mo Yan from mainland China.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"YLC3204 Advanced Chinese 2 or equivalent Chinese proficiency. A placement test is required before registration","Preclusion":"Students who took the old YLC3202 Advanced Chinese: Readings in Modern Chinese Literature in AY2016-17 ONLY cannot take this course","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLG2202","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Classical Greek","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to give students a more solid reading level by the end\r\nof the semester. It offers four days a week instruction. As well as gaining a\r\nfamiliarity with additional vocabulary and the more complex constructions of\r\nancient Greek – especially those involving optative and subjunctive –\r\nstudents will through their more extensive reading develop an increased\r\ncultural knowledge in ancient Greek society and literary/ dramatic production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"YLG1201 Beginning Classical Greek or permission of the instructor\r\nor\r\nYLG2201 Intensive Elementary Greek","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLG3202","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Ancient Greek Poetry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The course is designed to give students a familiarity with a fuller range of the more complex grammar of ancient Greek, and to give them an opportunity to read in a more focused manner specific examples of non-adapted ancient Greek texts in the original. This course will focus on Greek poetry; possible authors may include selections from Homer, Greek Lyric, Greek drama, or Hellenistic poetry with appropriate commentaries and secondary literature. As well as gaining a deeper understanding of the syntax, grammar, and the different dialects of ancient Greek, students will develop an increased cultural knowledge in ancient Greek society and literary/ dramatic production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1-8.5","Prerequisite":"YLG2202 Intermediate Classical Greek","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLL3201","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Latin: Catullus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is designed to give students a familiarity with a fuller range of the\r\nmore complex grammatical constructions in Latin, and to give them an\r\nopportunity to read in a more focused manner specific examples of\r\nunadapted ancient Latin texts in the original. The focus of study will be key\r\ntexts from the late Republican era (c. 70-30 BC). As well as gaining a deeper\r\nunderstanding of the syntax and grammar of Latin – and a greater awareness that language is resistant to static ‘rules’ – students will develop an increased\r\ncultural knowledge in Roman late Republican society and literary production.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-1-8.5","Prerequisite":"YLL2201 Intermediate Latin","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLS1201","ModuleTitle":"Beginning Spanish 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Beginning Spanish 1 is the introductory module to the language and culture of the Hispanic world. This course is designed to help you develop a basic ability to read, write, understand, and speak Spanish as well as to expand students' cultural competency. Since all linguistic skills cannot be fully developed in Beginning Spanish 1 alone, stress will be placed on the acquisition of basic structures, which will be developed and reinforced in subsequent modules.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-3-3","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLS1202","ModuleTitle":"Beginning Spanish 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Beginning Spanish 1. Beginning Spanish 2 pays close attention to aural/oral practice while strengthening basic grammar skills, writing, and reading comprehension. The module covers the second half of the eBook used in Beginning Spanish 1 and prepares students for Study Abroad opportunities via CIPE in their second summer at Yale-NUS or beyond.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"YLS1201 Beginning Spanish 1","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLS2201","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Spanish 1","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module targets students who have completed the Beginning Spanish sequence or have had significant experience with the language (e.g., Study Abroad during their first summer at Yale-NUS or studied Spanish in high school). It offers a combination of listening and speaking practice with a review of key concepts of Spanish grammar via targeted reading and writing activities. This module continues to incorporate Hispanic cultural elements through representative texts and audiovisual materials from the Spanish-speaking world.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"YLS1202 Beginning Spanish 2","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLS2202","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Spanish 2","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module is a continuation of Intermediate Spanish 1. Students taking this module will build upon what was covered in the first half and continue to expand their command of written and spoken Spanish. Intermediate Spanish 2 pays close attention to aural/oral practice while strengthening more complex grammar skills (e.g., the subjunctive, passive voice), writing, and reading comprehension. The module covers the second half of the eBook used in Intermediate Spanish 1 (Mas) and prepares students for Study Abroad opportunities via CIPE at Yale-NUS and NUS.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-6","Prerequisite":"YLS2201 Intermediate Spanish 1 or instructor’s approval. A placement exam may be required.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YLS3202","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Spanish: Latin America, Borders and Identities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Students taking this module will build upon the material and topics covered in the beginning and intermediate sequences to expand their command of written and spoken Spanish while honing their literary analysis skills. The course will focus on a representative selection of texts (e.g., short stories, novellas, films) from several Latin American countries. This course will address questions such as: What is the Spanish legacy in Latin America? What issues have these countries dealt with over their recent history? How are these issues portrayed in their literature and films? What are the differences and commonalities across countries? Students will analyze and contextualize these works via in-class discussions and presentations on the history, traditions, and ideas embedded within them. This module will emphasize students' engagement with the ideas in the texts paying attention to stylistics, genre, and voice in their work.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2.5-6","Prerequisite":"Successful completion of YLS2202 Intermediate Spanish 2 or instructor’s permission.\r\nA placement exam may be required. High intermediate proficiency level as shown via placement exam or through interview with instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC1211","ModuleTitle":"Applied Calculus","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to multivariable calculus and its applications. Major topics\ninclude linear approximation, parametric curves and surfaces, directional\nderivatives, (constrained) optimisation, and iterated integrals. Examples\nfrom the social and physical sciences will abound.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-3-0-0-7","Prerequisite":"YSC1206 Conceptual Calculus or a secondary school equivalent.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC1212","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Computer Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Computer science has improved human life dramatically in the last 50\nyears. This course explains how computational tasks are solved and\ncomputers are programmed. You will learn how to be a more careful and\nmethodical thinker. Moreover, millions of people around the world enjoy\nprogramming and you can too!","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2209","ModuleTitle":"Proof","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Mathematicians and computer scientists write proofs: convincing arguments,\r\ncombining clear and concise language, computations and symbolic manipulation, illustrations and tables. By reading, writing, and revising proofs, students will be prepared for modern topics in analysis, algebra, geometry, and theoretical computer science.\r\n\r\nStudents will write proofs that utilize direct deduction and proof by contradiction,\r\ncomplicated logical structures with cases, and mathematical induction. Students will acquire a thorough knowledge of naïve set theory, including sets and functions, equivalence relations and classes, cardinal and ordinal arithmetic. Topics in discrete mathematics will include the combinatorics of finite structures such as graphs and trees.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-4.5-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"YSC1203 (previous module code for Proof)","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2214","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Optics and Imaging","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course combines theoretical concepts with experimentation and\ncomputational analysis to give a solid introduction to the field of optics\nand imaging. A fundamental understanding of the nature of light, and how\nit interacts with physical systems is important for many higher level\ncourses. In this course students will learn geometrical optics, wave optics,\npolarization, interference, diffraction and how these concepts relate to\nimaging. Students will also be introduced to modern applications of optics\nthat have had a significant impact on our lives such as lasers and optical\ncommunication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-1.5-4-4","Prerequisite":"None although it is mainly aimed at science majors (life and physical)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2219","ModuleTitle":"Creative Problem Solving","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will develop creative problem solving skills in mathematics. Problems will be selected from the American Mathematical Monthly and a variety of national undergraduate mathematics contests such as the William Lowell Putnam Mathematics Competition.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-1-0-0-4","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2221","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Python","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces Python, a widely used high-level programming language. Its popularity is comparable to Java or C/C++. This means Python is practically useful and convenient to program and learn, since there are many resources/communities on the internet and many supporting libraries. Python was designed to be easy to learn, though many serious applications have been built based on it.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-3-0-0-2","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2224","ModuleTitle":"Organic Chemistry with Laboratory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The structure, properties, and reactivity of carbon-based molecules will be studied in depth, offering a foundation to understanding not only pharmaceuticals, dyes, polymers and other petrochemicals, but also the biochemical processes that constitute life.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-4-0-5.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Precludes previous module code of YSC2206","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2225","ModuleTitle":"Physical Chemistry","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The course aims to introduce the students to the physical chemistry concepts that are essential in understanding and investigating the molecular and macroscopic world. Students will also learn how quantum and computational chemistry can be applied in the prediction of molecular properties and its relevance to spectroscopy.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-1.5-1.5-5.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC2227","ModuleTitle":"C: A Language for Science and Engineering","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"C is one of the most commonly used programming languages, especially in science, engineering and electronics. Many operating systems and microcontrollers are at least partly coded in C. C is lightweight, fast and offers a complex memory management system. This apparent simplicity does not mean that it is simple to learn and master though, as it requires deep understanding of how memory works and how data is represented. In this course, we will cover the C language along with memory management and segmentation. C can be useful for Capstones in applied mathematics and natural sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"2","Workload":"0-3-0-5.5-1.5","Prerequisite":"YSC2221 Introduction to Python or YSC1212 Introduction to Computer Science or permission of instructor","Preclusion":"YSC3217 Programming Operating Systems, Interfaces & eXtras\nYSC3207 Principles and Tools of Software Development","Corequisite":"none"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3201","ModuleTitle":"Genetics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course illustrates basic principles of genetics using examples from\r\nprokaryote and eukaryote organisms. It emphasizes classical genetic\r\ntechniques and how genetics is used to gain understanding of whole\r\norganisms. The gene, its context and the genome are the primary concepts covered. The focus will be on Drosophila developmental genetics, yeast cell\r\nbiology and human disease.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3205","ModuleTitle":"Linear Algebra","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"A rigorous first course in linear algebra of finite-dimensional real and\r\ncomplex vector spaces. The course covers vectors and linear\r\ntransformations, building geometric intuition and algebraic aptitude. Topics\r\ninclude spaces and subspaces, linear maps, linear independence and\r\nspanning, basis, and representations by coordinates and matrices. The\r\ntheory of linear operators is developed, including some development of canonical forms, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, characteristic and minimal\r\npolynomials. The course also covers the structure of bilinear and Hermitian\r\nforms. Other topics may include computational aspects of linear algebra and\r\nconnections to statistics. Problems may include applications to scientific\r\nfields and economics.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"Any other MCS course or permission of instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3206","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Real Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course embarks on a deep study of the real numbers and functions of a\r\nsingle real variable. Fundamental properties of real numbers – arithmetic,\r\ndistance, limit, convergence, order – are developed from scratch. From\r\nthere, the course delves into the inner workings of calculus, the general\r\nnotions of continuity, differentiability, measure, and integration, for\r\nfunctions of one real variable.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"YSC2209 Proof OR YSC3205 Linear Algebra","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3210","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Quantum Mechanics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This first course on quantum mechanics introduces students to the\r\npostulates of quantum theory and then applies it to discuss problems like\r\ntwo level systems, quantum harmonic oscillators, the variational principle\r\nand the WKB approximation.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-5-0-0-7.5","Prerequisite":"YSC2203 Classical Mechanics\r\nand\r\nYSC2205 Mathematical Methods for Physical Scientists\r\nor\r\nPermission of instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3211","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Electrodynamics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces the basic concepts of electrodynamics, taught with\r\nthe full mathematical and physical rigor necessary for subsequent courses on\r\nthe subject. Topics typically include electrostatics and magnetostatics, both\r\nin free space and in media, dynamics as described by Maxwell’s equations,\r\nelectromagnetic waves, optics, and simple relativistic phenomena.\r\nIntroduction to electrodynamics is a core course for the Physics pathway within the Physical Science major.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"YSC2205 Mathematical Methods for Physical Scientists\r\nor\r\nPermission of Instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3215","ModuleTitle":"Research Seminar","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course (a requirement for Life Science majors) is meant to prepare\r\nstudents for their capstone projects, in some cases quite specifically through\r\ntargeted readings and group presentations of relevant scientific literature,\r\nbut more generally through practice in close and critical assessment of\r\nscientific papers, the generation of new research ideas based on those\r\npapers, and the honing of presentation skills.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3217","ModuleTitle":"Programming Operating Systems, Interfaces & eXtras","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"While YSC3207 focused on programming in different languages and tools to\r\nhelp software development, students at this point do not really understand\r\nhow an Operating System works.\r\n\r\nOperating Systems are also actually programs and as such, follow the same\r\nrules and logic on a lower level. Computer Scientists should have enough knowledge to understand these low level mechanisms in order to be able to\r\ndevelop on any given platform.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-7-2.5","Prerequisite":"YCC2221 Introduction to Python or YSC1212 Introduction to Computer Science or permission of instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3227","ModuleTitle":"Machine Learning","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Machine learning is a collection of techniques where computers can learn from data ideally without being explicitly programmed. For instance, when we train a program using human-face image data, it should be able to locate faces in an image; yet, if we train the same program using flower data, it should be able to locate flowers in an image, without explicitly changing the program itself. This module particularly will focus on statistical machine learning, which relies heavily on probabilistic and statistical analysis. Programming skill in python (or c/c++) are compulsory.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"Programming skills in either python or c/c++, or permission of instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3230","ModuleTitle":"Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Much of modern science and mathematics is expressed in the language of differential equations. Population models in ecology, financial growth, heat conduction, and water waves are a few examples. In this course, students will solve the classical linear ordinary and partial differential equations. Students will assemble a toolbox of mathematical techniques to solve initial and boundary value problems, including integrating factors, separation of variables, and Fourier series. Though not prerequisites, students are strongly encouraged to take either Linear Algebra or Mathematical Methods before this course. A solid grounding in Calculus is essential.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"None. (Though not prerequisites, students are strongly encouraged to take either Linear Algebra or Mathematical Methods before this course. A solid grounding in Calculus is essential.)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3232","ModuleTitle":"Object-Oriented Programming","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will teach principles of software engineering and object oriented programming as well as UI and Android. In this module, students will first learn about the Java language and the object paradigm (field encapsulation, object, polymorphism), as well as useful tools for software development (e.g. version control, debugging). The next part of the module will focus on how to write code properly and work on larger scale projects using MVC framework. Finally, the last part of the course will cover User Interfaces in Java, Threads, synchronization and Android Programming.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5.5-4","Prerequisite":"YSC2221 Introduction to Python or YSC1212 Introduction to Computer Science or permission of instructor","Preclusion":"YSC3207 Principles and Tools of Software Development","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3233","ModuleTitle":"Molecular Cell Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course fulfils one of the upper division requirements for the Life Science Major. It is considered one of the “Foundations of Advanced Biology” options, of which majors must take four. This course examines the central dogma of biology and how gene products are applied to basic intracellular mechanisms. The focus will be on protein targeting to organelles, membrane and vesicle trafficking, cell-cell communication, the cytoskeleton, adhesion, and the cell cycle. The course will outline how recombinant DNA techniques have been used to dissect cellular processes and will draw on basic experimental results to describe experimental design and its limitations.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3234","ModuleTitle":"Principles of Biophysics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This biophysics course will emphasize problem-solving skills (including computational) and laboratory techniques, focussing on applications of abstract concepts like statistical thermodynamics to biophysical phenomena, and the physics of soft condensed matter to “squishy” bio-molecules. Topics considered include protein folding, binding equilibria, self-assembly of biomolecules, membrane energetics, among others. Some questions addressed are: why are lipids essential to life, what drives ions across membranes, how do proteins bind to receptors, how can physics of biopolymers (DNA, proteins) explain their function, how can we explain spontaneous order formation in biology?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-(2-4)-3-3.5-(4-5)","Prerequisite":"Sophomores can enroll with instructor’s permission. Given the physics bent of this course, it is recommended that students have taken or take concurrently some Calculus, in order to fully appreciate the content.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3235","ModuleTitle":"Animal Behaviour","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of this course is to examine animal behavior from a biological, and especially an evolutionary, point of view. We will explore the causes and consequences of animal behaviors, including topics such as: optimality and foraging; predation and risk; territoriality and aggression; mating competition; parent-offspring and sibling conflict; personality and behavioural syndromes; living in groups; altruism, mutualism, and eusociality. We will also address some questions of the evolution of cognition in animals. Students will discuss the primary literature, conduct small group and independent projects on animals, and write individual review papers.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-3-2-4.5","Prerequisite":"Class of 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020: YCC1122 Quantitative Reasoning and YCC1131 Scientific Inquiry and YSC2211 Neurobiology & Behaviour or YSC2216 Evolutionary Biology or YSS2201 Understanding Behaviour and Cognition or permission of the instructor.\n\nClass of 2021 onwards:\nScientific Inquiry 1 (new) and YCC1122 Quantitative Reasoning and YSC2211 Neurobiology & Behaviour or YSC2216 Evolutionary Biology or YSS2201 Understanding Behaviour and Cognition or permission of the instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3236","ModuleTitle":"Functional Programming and Proving","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Using the Coq Proof Assistant, we propose an integrated account of specifications, unit tests, implementations, and properties of functional programs, through a variety of examples.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"YSC1212 Introduction to Computer Science or with the permission of the instructor","Preclusion":"NA","Corequisite":"NA"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC3237","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Modern Algebra","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Algebra is the study of mathematical symbols and the rules used to manipulate them. Throughout the history of mathematics, algebraic methods have been developed to solve equations using simple, but important, properties of numbers that make meaningful calculations possible. Those properties arise in a variety of other settings, however, allowing us to make algebraic arguments in a significantly broader context. This course introduces modern algebra — specifically the mathematical objects called groups and rings — through a rigorous exploration of familiar notions, including permutations, symmetries, polynomials, and matrices, resulting in a cohesive, unifying theory with far-reaching applications throughout the natural sciences.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"YSC2209 Proof","Preclusion":"Precludes previous module codes of YSC3220 Rings and Fields & YSC3204 Group Theory, which have been consolidated into a single course YSC3237 Introduction to Modern Algebra.","Corequisite":"N/A"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4101","ModuleTitle":"Physical Sciences Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Physical Sciences Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Physical Sciences major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-0-0-6-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4102","ModuleTitle":"Life Sciences Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Life Sciences Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Life Sciences major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-0-0-6-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4103","ModuleTitle":"Maths, Computational & Statistical Sci Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Maths, Computational & Statistical Science (MCS) Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling two semesters that students in the MCS major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. The Capstone is intended to: \r\n• give students the opportunity to work independently;\r\n• encourage students to develop and exhibit aspects of their ability that may not be revealed by course work or a written examination;\r\n• foster skills and attributes that will be of continuing usefulness in their later career.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-0-0-6-6.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4200","ModuleTitle":"Special Project in Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides academic credit of major research projects conducted by students prior to the Capstone project.  The scope and depth of the research should be at the level of a Capstone project, and thus requires unusually strong preparation in science.  All projects must be approved by the Director of the Science Division before the course is selected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Unusually strong preparation in science, and prior approval of the Director of the Science Division.","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4200A","ModuleTitle":"Special Project in Science","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course provides academic credit of major research projects conducted by students prior to the Capstone project. The scope and depth of the research should be at the level of a Capstone project, and thus requires unusually strong preparation in science. All projects must be approved by the Director of the Science Division before the course is selected.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Unusually strong preparation in science, and prior approval of the Director of the Science Division.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4202","ModuleTitle":"Galois Theory","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Galois theory connects the symmetries of algebraic equations with their solubility. A triumph of 19th century algebra, Galois theory still plays a central role in modern arithmetic and geometry. Reviewing group theory, fields, and linear algebra along the way, this course will proceed through the main theorems of Galois theory. Highlights will include a modern treatment of the constructible numbers (e.g., the impossibility of trisecting angles with a rule and compass, the construction of the 17-gon) and the solubility of polynomials (e.g. solubility of the cubic and quartic, insolubility of the quintic).","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"04-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"YSC3205 Linear Algebra, or permission of instructor. A course in YSC3204 group theory is strongly recommended.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4203","ModuleTitle":"Topology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Topology is the study of shapes. It forms a basic framework for geometric reasoning in mathematics and its applications (such as equilibrium theory in economics, cosmology, robotics, stereochemistry and molecular biology). Topics covered include metric spaces and continuity, completeness, topological spaces, separation axioms, connectedness, compactness.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-6-2.5","Prerequisite":"YSC3206 One Real Variable.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4206","ModuleTitle":"Harmonic Analysis","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Harmonic Analysis is a classical field of mathematics with roots in\nsolving partial differential equations and also playing a major role in\nquantum physics. “Big Data” has made applied harmonic analysis a\nmajor field of current mathematical research. Applications range from\nmedical to astronomical imaging, from X-ray crystallography to data compression or machine learning. This module is an introduction to\nbasic techniques of harmonic analysis (convolution, approximation,\nFourier analysis) and applications in physics or data science (frames\nwavelets, sparsity). The choice of topics will depend on the instructor.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4.5-0-0-8","Prerequisite":"YSC2209 Proof, YSC3206 One Real Variable (Recommended: YSC3205 Linear Algebra)","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4207","ModuleTitle":"Solid State Physics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This advanced undergraduate course introduces students to some of the foundational concepts in condensed matter physics including the idea of crystals; two-dimensional lattices; space group symmetries; Electronic structure; Bloch’s theorem, Density of States, and simple models of the effects of interactions and disorder in realistic systems.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"YSC3210 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics and YSC3224 Statistical Thermodynamics. Both courses are required (or permission of the instructor).","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Prior on concurrent enrolment in YSC3213 Experimental Physics Laboratory"},{"ModuleCode":"YSC4208","ModuleTitle":"Monte Carlo Simulations in Science and Statistics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Monte Carlo simulations are computer experiments that solve numerical problems by using random number generators. At first glance, it may seem bizarre to use a computer, arguably the most accurate and deterministic of all human inventions, to perform random experiments. However, Monte Carlo simulations are nowadays an essential component in many quantitative studies. They are used in the natural sciences, industrial engineering, finance and statistics. This course teaches how to write elegant and efficient Monte Carlo simulations for concrete real-world examples. You will also learn the theoretical foundations of pseudorandom number generators, Markov chain Monte Carlo and the Metropolis-Hastings algorithm.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-4.5-4","Prerequisite":"YSC3216 Stochastic Processes and Models or YSC1204 Statistical Inference or evidence of sufficient familiarity with probability theory. Some course involving programming such as YSC2210 Davis with R, YSC2221 Introduction to Python, YSC3207 Principles and Tools of Software Development.","Preclusion":"YSC4204 Statistical Computing","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2201","ModuleTitle":"Understanding Behavior and Cognition","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will introduce students to themselves and others as viewed through the lens of psychology. We will present and explore the scientific study of human (and animal) behaviour, seeking to understand why we think, feel, and act as we do. The goal is to build a firm foundation for those wishing to major in psychology while simultaneously providing an interesting and revealing elective to those visiting psychology on their way to other disciplines.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2202","ModuleTitle":"International Relations","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to concepts, theories, and cases associated with the study of international politics. We will study contemporary scholarly texts and examine empirical evidence relating to key historical experiences such as the Cold War, which inform contemporary international relations theories.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2203","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Microeconomics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Microeconomics analyses individual decision making and its implications for economic outcomes. Here the term “individual” is used broadly to include individuals, households and firms. We deconstruct the demand-supply model by analyzing consumers' choices as outcomes of rational preference maximization and producers' decisions as results of profit maximization in various market structures. We study how equilibrium of demand and supply in competitive markets generates efficient outcomes. We then analyze a variety of instances when markets fail to be efficient. This course will place special emphasis upon mathematical foundations of theoretical models. In particular, we will study and apply techniques in multivariate calculus, and unconstrained and constrained optimization.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"YSS1203 Principles of Economics or A-level or equivalent Mathematics. To emphasize, prior knowledge of economics is NOT necessary to take Intermediate Microeconomics. If a student has completed A-level or equivalent Mathematics, then he/she is allowed to take Intermediate Microeconomics even if he/she has neither completed A-level or equivalent Economics nor YSS1203 Principles of Economics. Students without this background may enroll with instructors’ permission","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Nil"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2209","ModuleTitle":"The Anthropological Imagination","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Anthropological Imagination offers an introduction to the practice and creative power of anthropology. The first half of the course will focus on the concept of culture, structure, and the relationship between culture and nature in classic works of anthropology over the past century. The second half of the course is geared toward an exploration of more current anthropological writings on aesthetics, politics, gender and the rise of post-human anthropology in considering cyborgs, humananimal relationships, avatars in Massively Multiplayer On-Line Role Playing Games such as World of Warcraft and forms of life emerging within other modalities of human sociality.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"YCC2121 Modern Social Thought\nand\nYCC1121 Comparative Social Institutions","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2214","ModuleTitle":"Intermediate Macroeconomics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Economics is concerned with the study of how individuals make decisions and how these decisions affect, and in turn are affected by, the distribution of limited resources in society. This course introduces students to the formal analysis of the economy as a whole. The goal is to understand how decisions by the firms, consumers and institutions affect the markets, and the welfare implications of such choices for society. Special attention is placed on the effect of government and monetary policies on the economy. Emphasis is placed upon the mathematical foundations of theoretical models.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"Any one of the following three options: \n(i)\tYSS1203 Principles of Economics;\n(ii)\tYSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics;\n(iii)\tA-level Economics and Mathematics or equivalent economics and mathematics courses","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2216","ModuleTitle":"Statistics and Research Methods for Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course is concerned with research methods and the use of statistics in psychology. As such this is a skills oriented course aimed at preparing students for taking the required laboratory course in psychology as well as doing their senior capstone project. We will be covering research methods and statistics simultaneously since they are closely intertwined.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-0-8.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1122 Quantitative Reasoning","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2217","ModuleTitle":"Political Concepts","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Ideas fuel politics and politics structures the world of ideas. To engage\r\neffectively in these worlds requires a grasp of the political concepts that\r\nengender consensus and conflict. This course uses history of ideas, legal\r\ndocuments, and contemporary philosophy to introduce students to core\r\nconcepts that scaffold institutions and practices (e.g., democracy,\r\nauthoritarianism, republicanism, socialism) as well as concepts which shape and are shaped by those institutions and practices (e.g., power, empire,\r\norder, liberty, equality, right). Using a case-based approach in class, we\r\nexplore how political conflict and action grow from contestations over the\r\nmeanings and consequences of these concepts.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2218","ModuleTitle":"International Political Economy","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This class introduces students to the study of international political economy.\r\nStudents will examine the structure of the global political economy, the drivers\r\nand implications of globalization, and the role of international economic\r\ninstitutions in driving political and economic outcomes. Among others, this\r\nclass will cover topics such as international financial institutions, trade, financial crises, foreign aid, economic development, energy politics, and illicit\r\ntrade.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1121 Comparative Social Institutions","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2220","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Urban Studies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course offers an introduction to urban studies. It inquires into the evolution of cities historically as well as contemporary processes of urbanization. The course also introduces students to  key explanatory frameworks for understanding the contemporary economic and social function of cities. The course can be taken as a gateway to the Urban Studies major or as an elective.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2224","ModuleTitle":"Introduction to Global Affairs","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the key theories, issues and challenges in Global Affairs. Students considering majoring or minor in Global Affairs, or those seeking greater knowledge about how the world works, should take this course. Students will learn about the structure of the international system, theories of inequality and development, and about key State and non-state actors in Global Affairs. An interdisciplinary approach to\r\nunderstanding transboundary problems is applied. Students will also gain\r\nskills to critically assess global news sources on current issues, write about\r\ncontemporary issues within a historical context, and in problem solving and\r\noral communication.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-2.5-7","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS2226","ModuleTitle":"Language, Culture, Power","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course will offer an introduction to linguistics and the anthropological study of language. The first half of the course will deal with the basics of the formal study of language in phonetics, phonology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. The second half of the course will consider linguistic and wider communicative practice within its social, cultural, and historical contexts. Participants will pay special attention to the relationship between language and power, both in terms of social structure and within the development of the larger political worlds in which we live. This course assumes no pre- or corequisite and serves as a survey course for the anthropology major.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-9.5-0","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"Precludes previous module code of YSS1204","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3201","ModuleTitle":"International Migration","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to foundational theories that explain why people migrate and their post-migration experiences. The first half of the course focuses on factors that influence the decision to leave one's home country and migrate elsewhere. The second half of the course focuses on the impact of migration on the migrants themselves, the countries they move to, and the countries they leave behind. Over the course of the semester, students will also research specific migration streams to Singapore of their choosing in a structured manner.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-3.5-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3202","ModuleTitle":"Ethnography","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"In this course, students will understand what constitutes ethnographic field\r\nmethods, what makes ethnographic writing different from other kinds of\r\nnonfiction writing, and the ethical and theoretical considerations within\r\nethnographic research. Over the semester, students will conduct their own,\r\nsmall-scale ethnographic fieldwork, interviews and participant observation\r\nbased in Singapore.\r\nThis course is required in the Anthropology Major.\r\nThis course satisfies requirements in the Global Affairs Major.\r\nThis course satisfies requirements in the Urban Studies Major.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3203","ModuleTitle":"Behavioral Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The field of behavioral economics draws on insights from other disciplines,\r\nespecially psychology, to enrich our understanding of economic behaviour\r\nand decision making generally. Individuals frequently make decisions that\r\nsystematically depart from the predictions of standard economic models. In\r\nthis course we will attempt to understand these departures by integrating\r\nthe psychology of human behavior into economic analysis. This course analyzes all types of decisions made by agents on a daily basis (from which\r\nbreakfast to have to where to send the kids for education, etc.). Special focus\r\nwill be put on decision making in a context of bounded rationality.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"YSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"YSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3207","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Econometrics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course broadly covers advanced topics in econometrics. The focus is on\ntime series econometrics and financial econometrics. However, panel data\nand asymptotic theory are also tackled in this course -in more depth than in\n‘Econometrics’. This course mixes theory and applied work:\ntheoretical foundations are covered, and the applications of the theory in\nreal life are analysed.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"YSS2211 Econometrics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3216A","ModuleTitle":"Current Issues in Urban Studies: Urban Mobilities","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course offers students an opportunity for in-depth immersion into a specialist and current topic in the field of Urban Studies: Urban Mobilities. The course will examine the role of transportation in urban systems, and look at this across different historical and development contexts. Transportation is far more than how we get around. It shapes economic and environmental outcomes, as well as life chances and social opportunity. Topic coverage includes: Theories of land use and transport: Urban transport from an historical perspective; Transport and Economic Development; Transport and Social Equity; Transport and the Environment; Transport and Public health.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3219","ModuleTitle":"Developmental Psychology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course introduces students to the field of developmental psychology which addresses the ways in which humans develop psychologically.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-2-6.5","Prerequisite":"YSS2201 Understanding Behaviour and Cognition","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3226","ModuleTitle":"Conflict and Cooperation in East Asia","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course applies IR theories to examine major security and economic\r\nissues in East Asia.\r\n\r\nThis course promotes students’ ability to critically apply major international\r\nrelations theories to East Asia. The course also encourages students to\r\nexplore the possibilities of refining existing theories and developing new\r\nalternatives.\r\n\r\nOn successful completion of the course a student should be able to: Identify\r\nthe actors, forces, and logics driving major international security and\r\neconomic issues in East Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3231","ModuleTitle":"Methods in the Social Sciences","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"An introduction to various research methods in the social sciences, including\r\nsurvey methodology, quantitative data analysis, participant observation, and\r\nin-depth interviewing. This course can count as a course in the major for\r\nstudents in Urban Studies, Global Affairs, PPE, and Anthropology. It may fulfil\r\nthe course requirements for students in Environmental Studies as well on a\r\ncase-by-case basis after consultation with the Head of Studies of that major.\r\n\r\nThe course also fulfils the methods requirement in Urban Studies and Global\r\nAffairs. Students in all of these majors should ideally take this course before\r\nthey commence their capstone project.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-1-4.5-4","Prerequisite":"YCC1121 Comparative Social Institutions, YCC1122 Quantitative Reasoning,\r\nAND YCC2121 Modern Social Thought OR with the permission of the\r\ninstructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3235","ModuleTitle":"Urban Spatial Reasoning and Representation","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course offers students an introduction to geovisualization tools suitable for application to in urban studies. Students will learn about: the history of tools for the spatial analysis of urban environments, as well as current tools used in research and applied settings. Students in this course will be learn about figure-ground representations, land-use and systems mapping, GIS, and participatory mapping. They will be given the opportunity to acquire, interrogate and manipulate digital data relevant for urban spatial analysis. They will learn about how to visualise data such that it effectively communicates what it represents.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"","Preclusion":"GIS and Geovisualization (2MC)\r\nGE2215 Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3241","ModuleTitle":"Chinese Political Philosophy: Confucianism & its Rivals","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This is an advanced course for students who have an interest in political philosophy. It aims to introduce the Chinese traditional political thoughts that date back to the period before Qin Dynasty, i.e. up to 221 B.C. In particular, it aims to demonstrate what and how the major ancient Chinese political thinkers understand and discuss the important philosophical questions in the field of politics that are (more than often) still relevant nowadays. To this end, this course takes a thematic rather than a chronological approach.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"YCC1113 Philosophy and Political Thought 1 AND YCC1114 Philosophy and\r\nPolitical Thought 2 OR with the permission of course convenor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3243","ModuleTitle":"Public Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Public economics studies economic policy. We will study the setting of taxes and tariffs, the handling of externalities and the provision of public goods. The course will do so using microeconomic approaches.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-4","Prerequisite":"YSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3244","ModuleTitle":"Labour Economics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The aim of the module is to equip students with the analytical tools and knowledge to study and understand (i) the behaviour of employees and employers and (ii) government policy towards labour issues. In particular, the course provides a framework to evaluate common labour market policies, such as the minimum wage, welfare reform, or restricting immigration. The module relates recent developments in labour-economics research (including empirical results from developed and developing countries) with policy-relevant issues.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4.5-5","Prerequisite":"YSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics and YSS2211 Econometrics","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3255","ModuleTitle":"International Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course examines the determinants and mechanisms through which poor countries develop. While this course focuses primarily on the development of political structures that enhance human development, it also gives significant attention to social and economic change associated with modernization. This course is essentially an exploration of the political economy of development in the developing world. Among others, the questions we explore in this class include: Why are some countries poor, repressive, and violent? Why have some developed economically, achieved stability, and protected human rights, while others stagnate and/or decline? What determines state capacity, good governance, and development?","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YCC1121 Comparative Social Inquiry and YCC2121 Modern Social Thought, YSS2218 International Political Economy","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"YSS2218 International Political Economy"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3256","ModuleTitle":"Youth Urbanism: Global Trends, Local Perspectives","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the relationship between youths and their urban environments from a global perspective. More than half of the world’s young people live in cities today, where they contribute to urban life from everyday use of street space to participation in politics and transnational mobility. Yet, structures of inequality continue to frame their lives. Through the lens of youth urbanism, students examine theories, debates, and policy concerns across social inequalities, education/employment, migration, citizenship, and politics - themes relevant to the fields of Urban Studies and Global Affairs. Critical evaluation, writing, and project-work skills will also be developed through assignments.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-6.5-3","Prerequisite":"Prior enrolment in YSS2220 Introduction to Urban Studies OR YSS2224 Introduction to Global Affairs OR permission of the instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"Current enrolment in YSS2220 Introduction to Urban Studies OR YSS2224 Introduction to Global Affairs OR permission of the instructor"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3257","ModuleTitle":"Seminar on Corporate Finance","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This seminar will cover the principles by which firms are run to maintain their financial wellbeing. Depending on the nature of the investment opportunity (risk, maturity and expected return), the firm will consider different avenues of raising capital. The course will cover the economics of lending, swaps and derivatives, recapitalizations, equity securities, initial public offerings and early stage investing, principles of valuations, investment analysis, basic accounting and financial modelling.\n\nCase studies will be used to investigate the agency problem within the firm, between managers, shareholders and other stakeholders in shaping the capital structure and investment decisions.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-4.5-4","Prerequisite":"YSS2211 Econometrics and YSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics or with the permission of the instructor.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3258","ModuleTitle":"Early Stage Private Equity Investing","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module will cover how returns from private equity investment are achieved through operational improvements and financial restructuring of growth and new venture companies. This is an introduction to the evaluation, structuring, stewardship, and realization of early stage private equity investments. We study cases of increasingly complex topics concerning cash flow, investment assessment, value assessment and creation, legal constraints, leadership, business development and economics and, ultimately, returns on investment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-4-0-4.5-4","Prerequisite":"YSS2211 Econometrics and YSS2203 Intermediate Microeconomics or with the permission of the instructor.","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3259","ModuleTitle":"The Human Condition: Psychology & Health in Literature","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This module explores the human condition through the lens of literature. We will use novels, essays, plays, poems and visual media to consider characteristics and life events that make us uniquely human from birth through death: identity, human development, love and desire, coping with mental/physical illness, war, poverty, morality and resilience. We will read texts that are notable for their excellence (prize-winning) as well as diversity across time (classics to contemporary) and culture (e.g., authors from Asia, US, Europe). Critical reading, writing and discourse will be cornerstones of this course.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-0-9.5","Prerequisite":"None","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS3260","ModuleTitle":"Community Health Assessment and Improvement","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Moving beyond a focus on the individual, this module provides an overview of research methods and applications to assess and improve health of communities. Emphasis will be on practical skills building related to identifying community health problems and articulating evidence-based responses to promote resilience.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"1.5-1.5-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"YSS2216 Statistics and Research Methods for Psychology or YCC1122 Quantitative Reasoning or with the permission of the instructor.","Preclusion":"None","Corequisite":"None"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4101","ModuleTitle":"Global Affairs Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Global Affairs Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Global Affairs major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-2-0-2-8.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4102","ModuleTitle":"Psychology Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Psychology Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Psychology major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-4-0-4-4.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4103","ModuleTitle":"Anthropology Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Anthropology Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Anthropology major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4104","ModuleTitle":"Economics Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Economics Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Economics major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-3-0-2-7.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4105","ModuleTitle":"Urban Studies Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Urban Studies Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the Urban Studies major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-2-0-5-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4106","ModuleTitle":"Politics, Philosophy and Economics Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module, straddling over two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the PPE major must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing, while working closely with a faculty supervisor. Students will work on an advanced creative and/or research or experiential project that integrates skills from the Common Curriculum and learning in the major. The Capstone Project will culminate in a substantial piece of work that reflects a deep engagement with the topic.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4107","ModuleTitle":"Capstone Project","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"The Law and Liberal Arts DDP Capstone Project is a year-long 10-MC module straddling two semesters. It is a compulsory module that students in the DDP programme must complete in order to graduate. It allows students the opportunity to pursue, in depth, an advanced project of their own choosing while working closely with a supervisor. Students will work on an advanced research project that integrates both the Law and Liberal Arts components of the DDP programme.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"10","Workload":"0-0-0-0-12.5","Prerequisite":"Completion of all Year 1 and 2 Common Curriculum Modules","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4208B","ModuleTitle":"Adv Topic in Anthro: Reproductive Technologies","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course takes an in-depth look at how reproductive technologies are changing lives around the globe. Since the introduction of oral contraceptives in the early 1960s, the past 50 years have seen the rapid innovation and globalization of many other reproductive technologies, spanning the life course from birth to menopause. As reproductive technologies have evolved over time, so have the social, cultural, legal, religious, and ethical responses to them. This course offers exposure to the growing scholarship on the anthropology of reproduction, with special focus on ethnographies and documentaries devoted to reproductive technologies around the globe and especially in Asia.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3-6.5","Prerequisite":"YCC2121 Modern Social Thought or permission of the instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":"YCC2121 Modern Social Thought or permission of the instructor"},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4219","ModuleTitle":"Law, War, and Peace in the Middle East","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course offers students an overview of the Arab-Israeli dispute, and attempts to negotiate a meaningful resolution. The course considers the reasons for the failure of the peace process, from an international law perspective. It looks at the dispute between Israel and the Palestinians, and the way the dispute has been shaped by outside actors and events. Beginning in the period of European colonialism, the course takes students through the Cold War and its aftermath to the Oslo years, the ‘war on terror’, and the unrest in the region after the uprisings in 2011.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-4-5.5","Prerequisite":"To take this course you must have completed Year 1 and Year 2 of the Common Curriculum modules. You must also have taken either YSS2224 Introduction to Global Affairs or YSS2202 International Relations OR with the instructor’s permission. It is recommended, but not required, that students take YSS2221 International Security before or simultaneously with this course.","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4220","ModuleTitle":"Housing and Social Inequality","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Housing is an essential necessity for living. The housing unit is concurrently a consumption good and an investment good. As a commodity, the quality and quantity of housing distribution and consumption are unequal, reflecting intrinsic social and economic inequalities in the society. As the logic and practice of the housing market unavoidably fail in providing adequate housing for all, the state is left with the responsibility of providing for those that the market has marginalized. This module will examine the role of the market and the state in engendering and perpetuating social and economic inequalities through the housing provision.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-5-4.5","Prerequisite":"YSS2220 Introduction to Urban Studies and YCC2121 Modern Social Thought, or with approval of the instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4221","ModuleTitle":"Moral Development","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"Do the babies come into the world with innate moral sense? How do they come to know right from wrong? Which factors may shape children’s moral development? The module will introduce the origins, development and cognitive processing of morality. The module will cover the early theories of moral development, the contemporary developmental research on infants’ and children’s moral judgment and moral behavior, and the influence of society (eg. parents, peer, media) on children’s moral development. Through lectures, discussions, readings, and essay writing we will analyze and debate whether morality is innate, adaptive, and unique from other aspects of cognitive development.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"2-3.5-0-3-4","Prerequisite":"YSS2201 Understanding Behaviour and Cognition","Preclusion":"PL3260 Moral Development","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"YSS4222","ModuleTitle":"Contemporary European Politics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","Department":"YALE-NUS COLLEGE","ModuleDescription":"This course explores the structures of power within the European State since WWII. The course content will explore historical context, political integration of the European Union (EU), the domestic politics of specific European countries, as well as the effects of integration on the governance in member states, and specific elections and outcomes. Students will also analyze the position of EU in the international system. Contemporary issues of Brexit and the rise of populism in European democracies. Assessment will challenge students to create an in-depth policy memo which synthesizes the historical, political and practice of politics of Europe.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"5","Workload":"0-3-0-3.5-6","Prerequisite":"Complete Year 1 and 2 of the Common Curriculum and YSS2202 International Relations or YSS1206 Introduction to Comparative Politics or with the permission of the instructor","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ZB3288","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Computational Biology I","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module is intended for students to conduct mini-research projects that make use of computational methods and informatics tools to solve specific biological problems or develop bioinformatics databases and software. In principle, each project is to be supervised by an academic staff from any department in the Faculty of Science. Upon approval by the programme committee, a project can also be co-supervised by an academic staff at the School of Computing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"Passed level 1000 and 2000 essential major requirements","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ZB3289","ModuleTitle":"Advanced UROPS in Computational Biology II","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"This module is intended for students to conduct mini-research projects as a continuation of their work completed in ZB3288. These projects make use of computational methods and informatics tools to solve specific biological problems or develop bioinformatics databases and software. In principle, each project is to be supervised by an academic staff from any department in the Faculty of Science. Upon approval by the programme committee, a project can also be co-supervised by an academic staff at the School of Computing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"NA","Prerequisite":"ZB3288","Preclusion":"Nil","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ZB3311","ModuleTitle":"Undergraduate Professional Internship","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"In addition to having an academic science foundation, students with good soft skills and some industrial attachment or internship experiences often stand a better chance when seeking for jobs. This module gives Science students the opportunity to acquire work experience via internships during their undergraduate study.\r\n\r\nThe module requires students to compete for position and perform a structured internship in a company/institution for 10-12 weeks during Special Term.\r\n\r\nThrough regular meetings with the Academic Advisor (AA) and internship Supervisor, students learn how knowledge acquired in the curriculum can be transferred to perform technical/practical assignments in an actual working environment.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"0-0-0-40-0","Prerequisite":"Students must have completed 3 regular semesters of study, have declared Computational Biology as first major and have completed a minimum of 32 MCs in Computational Biology major at time of application.","Preclusion":"XX3311 modules offered in Science, where XX stands for the subject prefix for the respective major.","Corequisite":""},{"ModuleCode":"ZB4171","ModuleTitle":"Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES","ModuleDescription":"In this module, students are challenged with practical experience in advanced bioinformatics research topics spanning database curation, literature text mining, and compute-intensive sequence and 3D structure analysis. Groups will design and carry out a pan-genomic analysis with a high-performance integrated  database system. Individual students will learn to use animation software and\r\nraw biomolecular structure information as a platform for simulation and hypothesis testing.","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"4","Workload":"1-1-2-5-1","Prerequisite":"LSM2104 or or LSM2241 and LSM3241 (Life Sciences Students)\r\nOR CS2220 (Computational Biology Students)","Preclusion":"NIL","Corequisite":"NIL"},{"ModuleCode":"ZB4199","ModuleTitle":"Honours Project in Computational Biology","AcadYear":"2017/2018","SemesterName":"Semester 1","Faculty":"SCIENCE","Department":"DEAN'S OFFICE (SCIENCE)","ModuleDescription":"","CrossModule":"","ModuleCredit":"12","Workload":"","Prerequisite":"Students majoring in computational biology","Preclusion":"","Corequisite":""}]