Inf. Sc. Research Methodology PG (6797)

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Inf. Sc. Research Methodology PG

Available teaching periods	Delivery mode	Location
View teaching periods	On-campus	Bruce, Canberra
EFTSL	Credit points	Faculty
0.125	3	Faculty Of Science And Technology
Discipline	Study level	HECS Bands
Academic Program Area - Technology	Post Graduate Level	Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)

Introduction

This unit introduces the nature of research and examines the various research approaches, methods and techniques that are applicable in information sciences research. It discusses the scientific, interpretivist, engineering and non-empirical forms of research; techniques of data collection (experiment, field work, survey, case study, artefact construction) and data analysis; and research issues such as research validity, reliability, triangulation, generalization and limitations.
This unit may be cotaught with 9826 ICT and Engineering Research Methods.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Discuss issues of research and knowledge creation;
2. Evaluate the appropriateness of research methodologies to various research problems;
3. Critique research methodologies; and
4. Design a research program.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

Not Specified.

Incompatible units

9826 ICT and Engineering Research Methods.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.

Availability

Year	Location	Teaching period	Teaching start date	Delivery mode	Unit convener
2024	Bruce, Canberra	Semester 1	05 February 2024	On-campus	Prof Dharmendra Sharma

Timetable

The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

Resources

Required texts

Assessment requirements

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Note on Extensions: The unit Convener should be notified as soon as possible of any extenuating circumstances that will hinder on time submission. For approval, assignment extension forms must be submitted to the unit Convener before the due date and time of the assignment.

Special assessment requirements

Normally an aggregate mark of 50% is required to pass the unit.

The final grade for the subject is then determined according to the following table:

85 <= Final mark <= 100	Final grade = HD
75 <= Final mark < 85	Final grade = DI
65 <= Final mark < 75	Final grade = CR
50 <= Final mark < 65	Final grade = P
0 <= Final mark < 50	A final grade (NX, NC, or NN)

Note: The unit convenor reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes, which may result in an adjustment to the marks awarded for a specific task.

Academic integrity

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at 黑料网. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Student responsibility

Learner engagement

Activity	Unit Workload (hrs) as a guide
Lectures Attendance (1.5 hrs x 12 weeks)	18
Lectures Preparation (1.5 hrs x 12 weeks)	18
Tutorials Attendance (.5 hrs x 11 weeks)	5.5
Tutorials Preparation (1 hr x 11 weeks)	11
Critique of Paper Writing	20
Research Methodology Writing	22
Research Design Chapter Writing	40
Presentation	15.5
Total	150

Participation requirements

Your participation and engagement in both class and online activities will enhance your understanding of the unit content and therefore the quality of your experience and assessment outcomes. Inadequate participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily complete the assessment items and meet the learning outcomes of the unit.

Required IT skills

Basic IT skills.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None.

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