ICT and Engineering Research Methodology PG (12090.1)

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

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate advanced understanding of research and knowledge creation;
2. Critically evaluate the appropriateness of research methodologies to various research problems; 
3. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of ethical practice and professional standards in research;
4. Apply appropriate knowledge of research methods to design a research project; and
5. Effectively communicate their research design, methodology and findings.

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
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
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
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

9826 ICT and Engineering Research Methods

Equivalent units

6797 Inf. Sc. Research Methodology PG

Assumed knowledge

None.