ITI41020 Scientific Methods, Ethics and Writing (Autumn 2023)
Facts about the course
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Computer Science, Engineering and Economics
- Campus:
- Halden
- Course Leader:
- Cathrine Linnes
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- ½ year
The course is connected to the following study programs
Mandatory course in the master programme in applied computer science for all specialisations, full-time and part-time.
Lecture Semester
First semester (autumn) in the full-time and third semester (autumn) in the part-time programme.
The student's learning outcomes after completing the course
Knowledge
The student
- has advanced knowledge of research design
- has insight into the ethical challenges in the field of computer science
- has knowledge of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods
- has knowledge of relevant data collection techniques
- has knowledge of relevant data analysis techniques
- is familiar with publishing channels relevant to applied computer science, different types of publications, their roles and functions
Skills
The student is able to
- search for and assess scientific literature within the field of applied computer science
- use scientific references and reference managers
- construct a problem statement or research question and evaluate their soundness
- select relevant methods to address a research problem
- discuss issues related to ethics in research design
- use relevant techniques for data collection
- use relevant techniques for data analysis
General competence
The student
- is able to write a scientific paper
- is able to orally present a scientific project for specialists within the field, as well as for the general public
- has competence in critical reading and reflection
Content
- Research design and ethics
- Qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods
- Scientific writing and peer-review
- Publishing channels relevant to applied computer science, different types of publications, their roles and functions
Forms of teaching and learning
Lectures, presentations, and lab exercises.
Workload
Approx. 280 hours.
Examination
Individual portfolio and individual written exam.
The exam consists of both an individual portfolio and an individual written exam. The portfolio counts 60% and consists of:
- Two research projects
- One idea paper
The individual written exam counts 40% and is based on the course curriculum. Duration 2 hours. No supporting materials permitted.
Both parts of the exam must be passed to pass the exam as a whole.
The student will get an individual joint grade for the entire course. Grades: Assessment on the A - F grading scale.
Examiners
External and internal examiner, or two internal examiners.
Conditions for resit/rescheduled exams
Upon re-examination, each part of the examination can be retaken.
Course evaluation
This course is evaluated by a
- Mid-term evaluation (compulsory)
The responsible for the course compiles a report based on the feedback from the students and his/her own experience with the course. The report is discussed by the study quality committee at the Department of Computer Science and Communication.