In 2023, this course is on campus with remote adjustments only for participants with unavoidable travel restrictions/visa delays.
This is an introductory course that all BE (R&D) students are required to complete. The course introduces students to research methodologies, and provides the opportunity for students to conduct their own research project under the close supervision of an academic staff member in the College. This course also develops students’ abilities in critical analysis, reflection and problem solving, as well as in presenting their research through written technical reports and oral presentations.
The course will consist of two workshops each week that provide students with the opportunity to interact with their peers, the course convenor, critically analyse course content, and discuss project progress. Material relevant to the workshops will be available on WATTLE.
The topics covered in the course include:
- Defining a research problem
- Reflective practices in research
- Implementation of research methods
- Literature searches
- Oral and visual presentation of research
- Peer review process
- Research integrity and ethics
- Preparation of technical reports
There will also be a series of guest speakers at the workshops, providing students with exposure to various research perspectives, and the opportunity to broaden their professional networks. Students will complete assignments throughout the semester, as well as present their research in a seminar and project report at the end of the semester.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Identify and describe an engineering-related research project, and the resources required to execute it successfully.
- Analyse, interpret and document research results, including some assessment of relevant assumptions and limitations, and compare to existing work and literature.
- Communicate research outcomes in oral, visual and written forms to colleagues, other engineering professionals and the broader community.
- Reflect on the outcomes and execution of a research project to enable continuous improvement of research skills.
- Work effectively and professionally as part of a research team led by a project supervisor.
- Understand the broader societal impact of research, and the importance of conducting research ethically and with integrity.
Work Integrated Learning
Projects
This course provides you with experience of being a researcher and the opportunity to broaden your professional networks.
This course also develops students’ abilities in critical analysis, reflection and problem solving, as well as in presenting their research through written technical reports and oral presentations.
Other Information
Professional Skills Mapping:
Mapping of Learning Outcomes to Assessment and Professional Competencies
Indicative Assessment
- Reflection portfolio (weekly) (10) [LO 4]
- Research integrity and ethics assignment (15) [LO 6]
- Literature review and peer review assignment (15) [LO 2]
- Project seminar (20) [LO 1,2,3]
- Project report (40) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.
Workload
A research project with a time commitment of approximately 80 hours, two assignments with a time commitment of approximately 20 hours each, and weekly reflections with a total time commitment of approximately 5 hours. The project depth and scope should take into account a student’s background and prior studies. Students are encouraged to meet with their supervisor on a regular basis, usually at least once a week.
Inherent Requirements
Information on inherent requirements for this course is currently not available.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
None
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $4860 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $6180 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2451 | 20 Feb 2023 | 27 Feb 2023 | 31 Mar 2023 | 26 May 2023 | In Person | View |
