ITKJ8000 Research methods in engineering (3 cr)
Description
There will be small reading groups (six topics and reading group sessions), in which you will discuss the literature on research methods on the basis of an expert presentation, produce a reading group report and, as individual work, familiarise yourself with six studies, which will be assessed from the perspective of the method under discussion.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student 1) knows the key areas of research methodology in software and communication engineering, 2) understands the basics of scientific activities that shape reality and the importance of research methods as part of research processes in the field, and 3) is aware of the basic principles of ethically sustainable research. The course will provide students skills and competencies for dissertation work.
Additional information
Obligatory for those students who are studying towards the degree of D.Sc. (Tech.), and do not have similar studies in their previous education.
Completed as reading group sessions and reports in either Finnish or English, according to the participants' choice.