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Wed 24 Nov 2021 – Fri 13 May 2022

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November 2021

Wed 24
Referencing (Engineering Undergraduates) new CANCELLED 13:00 - 14:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

A session for Undergraduate students at the Department of Engineering.

Understand the importance of academic referencing and learn how to use different referencing styles in your work.

Please note: This session is cancelled.

Fri 26
Presentation warm-up session 3 (Engineering RDC Division B) new Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Electrical Engineering, Seminar Room

Each student gives a 5-minute-talk, with feedback from CLIC

Mon 29
Literature Searching and Reviewing (Engineering MLMI MPhil) new Finished 15:00 - 16:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Searching for literature is an important part of the research process - whether you are scoping out a project, or conducting a full literature search.

This module will introduce techniques for planning your searches, places to search for information, and techniques you can use to find the most relevant results.

January 2022

Wed 19
Managing Your Data (Engineering MPhil Energy Technology / Nuclear Energy) Finished 10:00 - 11:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

There is an increased emphasis on managing and sharing data produced in research. Many of the research funders supporting work at the University of Cambridge require that research data are openly available with as few restrictions as possible.

Research data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

Fri 21
Managing Your Data (Engineering Division F RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

There is an increased emphasis on managing and sharing data produced in research. Many of the research funders supporting work at the University of Cambridge require that research data are openly available with as few restrictions as possible.

Research data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

Tue 25
Managing Your Data (Engineering Division D RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

There is an increased emphasis on managing and sharing data produced in research. Many of the research funders supporting work at the University of Cambridge require that research data are openly available with as few restrictions as possible.

Research data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

February 2022

Wed 9
Referencing (Engineering Undergraduates) new Finished 13:00 - 14:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

When using ideas, quotations, diagrams and concepts from other sources in your own academic work you will need to reference them correctly. Referencing is good academic practice and helps your reader understand where particular phrases and ideas in your work are from. Referencing also helps you to avoid plagiarism.

This session will help you to understand why and how to reference other sources, discuss the University's guidance on plagiarism, and show you some useful resources to help with your referencing, including reference managers that can help you keep track of your references from the beginning of a project to the final write-up.

Fri 11
Managing Your Data (Engineering Division E RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

There is an increased emphasis on managing and sharing data produced in research. Many of the research funders supporting work at the University of Cambridge require that research data are openly available with as few restrictions as possible.

Research data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

Mon 14
Designing Conference Posters (Engineering Division F RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Conference posters are a simple, visual, and effective way of sharing your research. They may be presented at academic or professional conferences, Departmental events, or educational events for the general public. A well-designed poster allows you to communicate information about your work in a concise and appealing manner, and engage with colleagues, peers and others in a conversational setting.

Creating a conference poster is a balancing act between including enough detail to effectively describe your work, and keeping it visually attractive and minimal enough that people can understand at least the main points at a glance.

This module will help you create effective conference posters and introduce key design principles.

Fri 18
Managing Your Data (Engineering Division B RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

There is an increased emphasis on managing and sharing data produced in research. Many of the research funders supporting work at the University of Cambridge require that research data are openly available with as few restrictions as possible.

Research data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

Thu 24
Referencing (Engineering Undergraduates) new Finished 13:00 - 14:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

When using ideas, quotations, diagrams and concepts from other sources in your own academic work you will need to reference them correctly. Referencing is good academic practice and helps your reader understand where particular phrases and ideas in your work are from. Referencing also helps you to avoid plagiarism.

This session will help you to understand why and how to reference other sources, discuss the University's guidance on plagiarism, and show you some useful resources to help with your referencing, including reference managers that can help you keep track of your references from the beginning of a project to the final write-up.

Fri 25
Publishing in Journals (Engineering Division B RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Publishing is a key part of any academic career: it is the main way researchers share their research findings with colleagues and the world at large, so that knowledge develops over time and helps to change policy and practice.

Through publishing, you will receive feedback on your work and develop your ideas further. In addition, a strong publication record is also important in developing your reputation and career.

March 2022

Tue 1
Publishing in Journals (Engineering Division D RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Publishing is a key part of any academic career: it is the main way researchers share their research findings with colleagues and the world at large, so that knowledge develops over time and helps to change policy and practice.

Through publishing, you will receive feedback on your work and develop your ideas further. In addition, a strong publication record is also important in developing your reputation and career.

Wed 2
Getting Published Finished 16:00 - 17:30 Department of Engineering, Room to be confirmed

In this popular talk given by Prof. Tim Wilkinson, you will get all the essentials for understanding the full process of getting your papers published from submission to publication. Recommended for all Engineering postgraduate students.

This session will take place online in 2022.

Fri 4
Designing Conference Posters (Engineering Division B RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Conference posters are a simple, visual, and effective way of sharing your research. They may be presented at academic or professional conferences, Departmental events, or educational events for the general public. A well-designed poster allows you to communicate information about your work in a concise and appealing manner, and engage with colleagues, peers and others in a conversational setting.

Creating a conference poster is a balancing act between including enough detail to effectively describe your work, and keeping it visually attractive and minimal enough that people can understand at least the main points at a glance.

This module will help you create effective conference posters and introduce key design principles.

Tue 8
Designing Conference Posters (Engineering Division D RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Conference posters are a simple, visual, and effective way of sharing your research. They may be presented at academic or professional conferences, Departmental events, or educational events for the general public. A well-designed poster allows you to communicate information about your work in a concise and appealing manner, and engage with colleagues, peers and others in a conversational setting.

Creating a conference poster is a balancing act between including enough detail to effectively describe your work, and keeping it visually attractive and minimal enough that people can understand at least the main points at a glance.

This module will help you create effective conference posters and introduce key design principles.

Fri 11
Publishing in Journals (Engineering Division E RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Publishing is a key part of any academic career: it is the main way researchers share their research findings with colleagues and the world at large, so that knowledge develops over time and helps to change policy and practice.

Through publishing, you will receive feedback on your work and develop your ideas further. In addition, a strong publication record is also important in developing your reputation and career.

Tue 15
Managing Your Data (Engineering Division C RDC) Finished 15:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Libraries Online

There is an increased emphasis on managing and sharing data produced in research. Many of the research funders supporting work at the University of Cambridge require that research data are openly available with as few restrictions as possible.

Research data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

April 2022

Fri 29
Managing Your Online Profile (Engineering Division F RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

This module aims to demonstrate the benefits of investing time in developing your online profile.

May 2022

Tue 3
Managing Your Online Profile (Engineering Division C RDC) Finished 15:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Libraries Online

This module aims to demonstrate the benefits of investing time in developing your online profile.

Fri 6
Managing Your Online Profile (Engineering Division E RDC) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

This module aims to demonstrate the benefits of investing time in developing your online profile.

Tue 10
Managing Your Online Profile (Engineering Division D RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

This module aims to demonstrate the benefits of investing time in developing your online profile.

Thu 12
Managing Your Data (Engineering ESD MPhil) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Data management is a complex issue, but done correctly from the start, could save you a lot of time and hassle at the end of the project; when preparing your data for a publication or writing up your thesis. Research data takes many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications.

This module aims to help you get started with managing your data by introducing you to key principles around organising, storing, archiving and sharing your data. You will also learn how to create your own Data Management Plan.

Academic Integrity and Ethics (Engineering MPhil Energy Technology and Nuclear Energy) new Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

Research ethics and research integrity are serious issues. All researchers should consider the ethical context of the research being carried out and be able to justify decisions to the wider academic community.

This module aims to help you get think about the ethical considerations of your research by introducing you to the Department of Engineering ethical review process and investigating some case study scenarios.

Fri 13
Managing Your Online Profile (Engineering Division A RDC) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

This module aims to demonstrate the benefits of investing time in developing your online profile.