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This module introduces students to the skills necessary to deliver a complex, independently conducted research project that fits within an engineering context. On successful completion of this module students will be able to deliver a complex and independent research project in line with the original objectives, explain the critical thinking skills associated with solving engineering problems, consider multiple perspectives in reaching a balanced and justifiable conclusion, and communicate effectively a research project’s outcome. Therefore, students develop skills such as critical thinking, analysis, reasoning, interpretation, decision-making, information literacy, information and communication technology literacy, innovation, conflict resolution, creativity, collaboration, adaptability and written and oral communication.

Outline Syllabus:Preliminaries: project proposal, developing a research question(s), selection of project approach, resource requirements, key objectives, goals and rationale, development of project specification Investigative skills and project strategies: selecting the method(s) of collecting data, data analysis and interpreting findings, literature review, engaging with technical literature, technical depth, multi-perspectives analysis, risk issues including health and safety, environmental and commercial, project management and key milestones. Research purpose: detailed statement of project aims, relevance of the research, benefits and beneficiaries of the research, Project outputs: preparation of a final project report, writing research report, oral presentation and conclusions