Course - Engineering Design Research and Scientific Methods/Tools - MM8101
MM8101 - Engineering Design Research and Scientific Methods/Tools
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Work
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work | 100/100 |
Course content
MM8101 is the introduction PhD course of the Design and Engineering group at MTP, and it is co-taught by all members of the group. It is primarily intended as a group internal PhD course, but it is open to students with a related PhD topic. If you are interested, please contact the main lecturer for availability and fit. Each student gets assigned a main course teacher who is responsible for the individual context and the pass/not pass decision.
This course focuses on the fundamentals of Engineering Design PhD projects and a research methodology and strategy adapted to the individual PhD. We will also go through the fundamentals of scientific argument, and present and discuss concrete tools and methods. We also discuss publication strategies and job development strategies. Additionally, specific elements can be taught by the various teachers based on the actual individual research project.
Learning outcome
Knowledge;
A PhD candidate has knowledge of:
- Engineering design theory
- Theoretical models of the design process
- Research in design science
Skills:
A PhD candidate can:
- Choose research methodology based on insight into design research
- Appropriate use of design methodology
General competence:
A PhD candidate can: Study design activity from a scientific point of view
Knowledge about relevant software and DB.
Learning methods and activities
The course is based on a weekly 2h seminar meeting. Students will have to prepare topics and presentations and will have a high reading load of fundamental material. The course is finalized by a scientific paper. To pass the course, a score of at least 70 percent is required. The course may not be held if there are less than 5 participants. Interested PhD candidates are requested to get in touch with the course coordinator via e-mail.
Further on evaluation
For a re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken. A fail can be mitigated by handing in a second or upgraded paper, details have to be approved by the lecturer.
Recommended previous knowledge
PhD students in a relevant scientific area with an interest in Engineering Design.
Required previous knowledge
Inscribed PhD student related to the Design and Engineering faggruppe at MTP
All students taking this course must be enrolled in a PhD program at NTNU or a different university.
Course materials
Is handed out throughout the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIO2003 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Technological subjects
- Andrei Lobov
- Anna Olsen
- Chiara Bertolin
- Christer Westum Elverum
- Håkon Jarand Dugstad Johnsen
- Martin Steinert
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: Work
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Work 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Work 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"