Experiment Timeline and Checklist
Steps:
Time
before exp.
Experimental
Design
4 weeks +
Ethics Application
4 weeks
Selecting Date of
Experiment
3 weeks
Register
Experiment
3 weeks
Apply for Cash
Float
2 weeks
Induction Training
2 weeks
4 weeks
Experimental Design
Design Experiment
Ensure experiment runs smoothly on personal computer (if interactive test on lab computers*)
Ethics Application
Fill in Ethics Application Form
Write up Information Sheet, Consent and Debrief Form (if applicable)
Send all forms to supervisor
Selecting Date of Experiment
Consult with lab calendar/lab manager to find available dates to carry out experiment
Discuss appropriate date to run experiment with supervisor
Register Experiment
Book experimental sessions via supervisor or Lab Manager
Apply for Cash Float
Arrange for the application of a cash float with your supervisor
Bring cash float form to Angela Gibson (C3.14) for authorised signatory to sign
Induction Training
Attend Lab Induction with Lab Manager
Experimental Testing and Pilot
Carry out testing of your experiment in lab, and become familiar with the set up
Run a pilot in the lab, with all your friends to ensure it runs as it should
Experiment
Arrange with supervisor for your cash to be picked up from University House
Check you have everything you need (use experiment session checklist)
Make sure to complete all steps of after the experiment as found in checklist
*Contact the lab manager to book the lab
Experimental
Testing and Pilot
Experiment
1 week +
3 weeks
2 weeks
1 week
Experiment