A model for training in analytical chemistry on the basis of technical and personal skills and employment competences

Abstract

In this paper a model for the development of integrated skills (technical and personal) is applied in Analytical Chemistry exercises and extracurricular activities are considered. During 2013-2015 years sixty students of University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy (UCTM) were interviewed by a questionnaire on knowledge and academic experience, communication, personal and work skills. The effects were evaluated by external evaluation (by a teacher), self and mutual evaluation by others in the group. The data were processed by standard statistical procedures such as hierarchical agglomerative clustering and non-parametric hypothesis rank tests of matching two samples. The results show that students solve problems applying critical and analytical thinking, experience and knowledge of mathematics and technical subjects, which they associate with their ability to learn and time management.