Honours: Research Methods

Prerequisites: None

Course Objectives: The research methods module forms part of your practical training as a researcher and computer professional. The course emphasizes communication skills and introduces basic research methodology.

Credits: 2 credits

Lecturer or Convener: Prof. Edwin Blake

Course Content: The course covers the following topics:

• communication and presentation skills (PCU – see next section)
• project management
• scientific and technical writing
• experimental design and validation

The practical aspects of the work will be evaluated through an exam and the Professional Communications course.

Please note that you must obtain at least 40% for this module in order to continue with honours.

The final module mark will be composed of the PCU module mark (25%) and any examinable material (75%).

Prescribed Book: Notes will be distributed.