Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | RESEARCH METHODS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE | ||
Code | COMP516 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr O Michail Computer Science Othon.Michail@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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1. To provide a deep and systematic undersanding of the nature and conduct of CS research.
2. To enhance existing transferable key skills. 3. To develop high order transferable key skills. 4. To equip students with the ability to undertake independent research. 5. To remind students of the Legal, Social, Ethical and Profesional (LSEP) issues applicable to the computer industry. |
Learning Outcomes |
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Have an understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to extend, create and interpret knowledge in Computer Science.
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Have a conceptual understanding sufficient to: |
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Be able to: (i) deal with complex issues at the forefront of the academic discipline of Computer Science in a manner, based on sound judgements, that is both systematic and creative, (ii) demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems within the domain of Computer Science, (iii) act autonomously in planning and implementing solutions in a professional manner and (iv) define, plan, and/or carry out a project related to research and to communicate conclusions clearly to both specialists and non-specialists. |
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Make use of the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring: |
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Understand and participate within the professional, legal, social and ethical framework within which they would be expected to operate as professionals within the IT industry. |
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Have the skills set to be able to continue to advance their knowledge and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level, with respect to continuing professional development as a "self-directed life-long learner" across the discipline of Computer Science. |
Syllabus |
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1. Introduction and overview of the module. 2. The nature of CS research; what is research? 3. Literature searches, information gathering 4. Reading and understanding research papers. 5. Technical writing, referencing, bibliographies. 6. Presentation skills, written and oral. 7. Choosing or proposing a project. 8. Project planning, tools and techniques for planning. 9. Project conduct, time management, risk management, team working. 10. Commercial and economic considerations in IT research and IT industry. 11. Review of legal, ethical, social and professional (LSEP) issues including data protection and standards. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - |
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Laboratory Work - |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
30 |
10 |
40 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 110 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Practical Assessment | Semester 1 | 20 | No reassessment opportunity | Standard UoL penalty applies | Group oral presentation There is no reassessment opportunity, | |
Coursework | Semester 1 | 20 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Class test | |
Coursework | Semester 1 | 60 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Research project (research, paper, literature review, project proposal, ...) Notes (applying to all assessments) Students will select a group project related to research (on a topic agreed between them and the examiner). This could include work on a research problem, literature review of a state-of-the-art or landmark CS topic, proposal of an MSc project, teaching and communications methods of research. The group of students will deliver a presentation on their project in class. This work is not marked anonymously. No reassessment opportunity as part of the task is speaking and maintaining eye-contact with larger audience. This is done during the lecture in front of all the other MSc (20+) students. It would be impossible to recreate such conditions during a resit. A class test on the content covered in the lectures. The actual Research project of the groups submitted and assessed in the form of a final report. This work is not marked anonymously. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: |