ENG5005 Research methods
Faculty of Engineering
ENG5005 Research methods is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton, Suzhou (SEU) and Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton, Suzhou (SEU), Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ENG5005
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After ENG5005
1 unit list ENG5005 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
CO-REQUISITE: If you are studying E6011 Master of Professional Engineering, you must enrol in ENG0003 Professional engineering continuous professional development at the same time as ENG5005.
Overview
This unit provides a challenging opportunity for you to pursue an independent, self-guided research review aimed at advancing the body of knowledge relevant to the topic. The review will involve a critical assessment of the current literature and will include a combination of literature review, proposing hypotheses, experimental design, and preliminary experimental investigation. The project and its outcomes will be communicated to a wider audience via a technical review paper, and oral presentations. This unit can be taken alone or as the first part of a two-unit project.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Suzhou (SEU) | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | Online |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Project proposal15%
- Proposal oral presentation20%
- Progress report60%
- Teamwork assessment5%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Formulate a research plan based on the scientific method coupled with a rational Design of Experiments approach.
- 2
Critically evaluate the current scientific literature relevant to the topic and assess its limitations based on an extensive literature review.
- 3
Evaluate data, and support the validity of the findings by quantifying errors.
- 4
Convey their findings in both written and verbal formats, and critique and evaluate the work of others.
- 5
Engage in regular self-assessment and peer-assessment of individual and team performance as a primary means of tracking continuing professional development.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Workshops8 hours
- Teaching approachResearch activities
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
You will apply your knowledge of engineering theory to a real-world, research application. You will work in a team to define and complete a research project with direct expert supervision. You will participate in online workshops to refine your research skills. If you are an international student, you will complete the research project remotely, using online communication (Zoom) and project management tools to complete a project based on simulations / pre-existing data.
Learning resources
Technology resources
Internet enabled device (computer, tablet, phone) and a webcam for access to online workshop material and teamwork activities
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Arshad Salema
- Dr Bai-Qian Dai
- Dr Shaun Gregory
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Shaun Gregory
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ENG5005?
ENG5005 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after ENG5005?
ENG5005 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ENG5006.
When is ENG5005 offered?
In 2021, ENG5005 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton, Suzhou (SEU) and Malaysia, with an online option.
How much work is ENG5005?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ENG5005 have an exam?
No. ENG5005 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.