Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Engineering

Learning Methods

Lecture
Online
Tutorial

Module Offerings

7593RTC-JAN-PAR

Aims

To provide a theoretical background for conducting postgraduate project work.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Communicate findings, in an accepted format.
2.
Assess previous research completed in an area.
3.
Critically appraise research data and assimilate, integrate and discuss in a logical way.
4.
Demonstrate compliance with appropriate ethical standards related to any research undertaken.
5.
Produce an appropriate project description and specification.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Study skills review Introduction 'Why do research?' Defining the research problem Literature search and review techniques Research methodologies including statistical techniques, questionnaires and interviewing Project analysis and design Ethics in research Project planning Time management Gantt charts Presentation skills
Additional Information:This module provides a valuable opportunity for graduates to acquire necessary skills and training to conduct research at post graduate level. This includes giving the student the opportunity to develop ideas for project and engage with potential supervisors. Assessment is in the form of an essay combined with activities (e.g. exercises, discussions, etc.). The module is delivered via distance learning, described as follows: Lecture (using slides and slide notes): Online self-study Tutorial/Activities (Exercises and reviews): Online activities with teacher feedback, and virtual classrooms Tutor-supported Online: Tutor feedback for activities, virtual classrooms and email support

Assessments

Test
Essay