Research and Development Project 1
Overview
This unit of study aims to develop within the student an understanding of the scientific research method, practical research skills, and practical design and development skills in a research environment, through an individual research project conducted during summer semester.
Requisites
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Describe and apply the scientific research method within a research project context
- Select and apply appropriate practical research skills to execute research project
- Communicate research outcomes to a technical audience
- Demonstrate practical design and development skills in a research environment
- Identifies and adopts safe working practises relevant to research project
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Face to Face Contact (Phasing out) Other | 1.00 | 12 weeks | 12 |
| Unspecified Learning Activities (Phasing out) Independent Learning | 11.50 | 12 weeks | 138 |
| TOTAL | 150 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment | Individual | 10 - 20% | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Project Presentation | Individual | 10 - 20% | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Project Proposal | Individual | 10 - 20% | 1,2,3 |
| Project Report | Individual | 50 - 60% | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Hurdle
As the minimum requirements of assessment to pass a unit and meet all ULOs to a minimum standard, an undergraduate student must have achieved:
An aggregate mark for the unit of 50% or more.
Content
Students will undertake a substantial project, usually based within a research group in the university or external industrial research establishment. Projects are expected to involve a substantial research component, relevant to the discipline area of the placement.
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.