Professional Investigation and Research Methods (11674.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| School Of Design And The Built Environment | Level 4 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Professional investigations and research activities are common within the design and built environment disciplines. This unit introduces the nature of investigation processes and research methods and how they integrate into day-to-day professional activities. The unit covers a range of research theories, literature review processes, research approaches and design, and quantitative and qualitative methods. Students will obtain knowledge and develop skills in selecting appropriate investigation and research methods for examining and evaluating important issues concerning the built environment and design. Students will also investigate relevant indigenous ways of thinking relating to site investigation and examination techniques to enhance their awareness of this important aspect of our culture and professional practices.
1. Demonstrate, through written and verbal communication techniques, a critical understanding of the main approaches used in professional investigation and research activities;
2. Critically evaluate information from a range of sources to develop research questions;
3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental epistemological, methodological, and ethical issues involved in undertaking investigation activities and research at the Honours level; and
4. Express professional knowledge, understanding, ideas, arguments and opinions with confidence and clarity; in both spoken and written form, with the effective use of relevant communication aids.
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
8330 Digital Environment OR 11624 BE Digital Techniques 01: Fundamentals.
Learning outcomes
After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate, through written and verbal communication techniques, a critical understanding of the main approaches used in professional investigation and research activities;
2. Critically evaluate information from a range of sources to develop research questions;
3. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the fundamental epistemological, methodological, and ethical issues involved in undertaking investigation activities and research at the Honours level; and
4. Express professional knowledge, understanding, ideas, arguments and opinions with confidence and clarity; in both spoken and written form, with the effective use of relevant communication aids.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
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
Students must have completed 48 credit points of the Bachelor of Building and Construction Management (Honours) or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours) AND8330 Digital Environment OR 11624 BE Digital Techniques 01: Fundamentals.
Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 06 February 2023 | On-Campus | Dr Julian Raxworthy |
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | On-Campus | Dr Larry Hu |
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.
Required texts
All appropriate readings will be supplied via the unit UCLearn portal.
Participation requirements
To gain the most out of this unit it is recommended that you attend all lectures and one workshop each week. It is also expected that you will actively participate in discussion in the lectures and workshops. Further, it is import you attend the Week 12 and 13 classes to help with peer review activities.
Students who attend campus for class or other purposes must play their part in keeping our campus and community safe by following these basic guidelines to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission:
- Practise good hand hygiene, washing hands regularly;
- If you do happen to cough or sneeze, please do so into the crook of your elbow, dispose of tissues immediately and wash hands immediately
- Practise effective physical distancing;
- Follow all directions of teaching and other UC staff regarding safety measures;
- Stay off campus if you are unwell and get tested according to ACT Government guidelines, and
- Follow University communications about campus arrangements https://www.canberra.edu.au/coronavirus-advice.
Required IT skills
Word-processing and referencing software (taught in class)
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
