Course - Research Methodology in Computer and Information Science - IT3010
IT3010 - Research Methodology in Computer and Information Science
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utøvende aktivitet | 20/100 | ||
| Øving | 30/100 | ||
| Arbeider | 50/100 |
Course content
The course will give insight in the most important challenges for research methods in computer science, as well as theories of science. Challenges of research design and presentation of results will be covered. The course gives insight in the most used empirical research methods: Case studies, design science and ethnographic studies with emphasis on qualitative methods.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The candidate will get knowledge of: - Basics of design of scientific studies. - Principles for selection of data collection and analysis methods.
Skills:
The candidate will be skilled on: - Collecting and analysing research data. - Foresee and reduce threats to validity of research designs.
General competence:
The candidate will get competence on: - Critically evaluate the quality of qualitative studies in computer science. - Conduct empirical studies.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, self-study, group presentations and individual assignments.
Recommended previous knowledge
This course is designed for students that require fundamental understanding and skills on reseach approaches and methods in order to conduct research for their master thesis. A Bachelor degree in informatics or a similar background is recommended.
Course materials
Articles and book which will be presented at the start of the semester.
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2014
Language of instruction: English
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- Informatics
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Computer Science