Zachodniopomorski Uniwersytet Technologiczny w Szczecinie

Administracja Centralna Uczelni - Wymiana międzynarodowa (S2)

Sylabus przedmiotu Research Methods & Thesis Preparation:

Informacje podstawowe

Kierunek studiów Wymiana międzynarodowa
Forma studiów studia stacjonarne Poziom drugiego stopnia
Tytuł zawodowy absolwenta
Obszary studiów
Profil
Moduł
Przedmiot Research Methods & Thesis Preparation
Specjalność przedmiot wspólny
Jednostka prowadząca Katedra Mechaniki Konstrukcji
Nauczyciel odpowiedzialny Zbigniew Sekulski <Zbigniew.Sekulski@zut.edu.pl>
Inni nauczyciele
ECTS (planowane) 15,0 ECTS (formy) 15,0
Forma zaliczenia zaliczenie Język angielski
Blok obieralny Grupa obieralna

Formy dydaktyczne

Forma dydaktycznaKODSemestrGodzinyECTSWagaZaliczenie
projektyP1 30 13,00,80zaliczenie
wykładyW1 20 2,00,20zaliczenie

Wymagania wstępne

KODWymaganie wstępne
W-1Not specified.

Cele przedmiotu

KODCel modułu/przedmiotu
C-1The students will be trained to: (1) collect, read and understand scientific international literature of a specific topic; (2) formulate a research question extracted from data in the literature; (3) formulate a research proposal including problem definition, aim of the Master Thesis, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project; (4) write a report containing a literature overview, the research proposal including problem definition, aim of the project, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project.

Treści programowe z podziałem na formy zajęć

KODTreść programowaGodziny
projekty
T-P-1The solution of practical problems related to issues discussed during lectures.30
30
wykłady
T-W-1Quantitative Research. Proposals that are written in chapters are the most common but will differ in their content by disciplines and also by the type of proposal (i.e. quantitative or qualitative research). Students should work closely with the research adviser to determine the specific content required for the type of research to be conducted and for the discipline. The proposal is often the first three to four chapters of the student’s thesis or dissertation. The proposal is discussed in terms of what “will be” done in conducting the research.3
T-W-2Qualitative Research. Qualitative research proposals may vary considerably, yet they do contain some common features. The specific theoretical framework selected for qualitative studies significantly influences the content of the proposal.3
T-W-3Organization of the Thesis: (1) front page, (2) student’s declaration on originality of the thesis; (3) dedication page (optional); (4) acknowledgement (optional); (5) vita (optional); (6) abstract; (7) table of contents; (8) list of tables (optional); (9) list of figures (optional); (10) list of symbols / abbreviations / notations / terminology (optional); (11) list of appendices; (12) introduction (relevance of the topic and the necessity for solution; practical and theoretical value of the topic; motives for choosing a particular topic; work aims and tasks; research object; research methods; an explanation of the work structure (brief overview of all parts, page, table and figure count); key literature used; work limitations and difficulties; plan of work and methodology; (13) assumptions and initial data; (14) theoretical section(s) (basic premises for the theoretical section; material sorting and the structure of the theoretical section; the requirements of the content for the theoretical section; preparation of theoretical model; the use and citation of the sources; highlighting the most important parts); (15) empirical (analytical) section (research methods, hypothesis, and data); (16) analysis, design, implementation and interpretation of results; (17) critical assessment of own work; (18) references / bibliography; (19) further Work; (20) summary & conclusion; (21) appendices (optional).7
T-W-4Technical pointers for the final Master Thesis paper: text; citation in the text; quotations in the text; tables in the text; figures in the text.3
T-W-5Copyright and plagiarism policy.2
T-W-6Evaluation of knowedge.2
20

Obciążenie pracą studenta - formy aktywności

KODForma aktywnościGodziny
projekty
A-P-1Thesis preparation.306
A-P-2Teacher's consultations.30
336
wykłady
A-W-1Participation in classes.20
A-W-2Student's own work.26
A-W-3Teachers's consultation.5
51

Metody nauczania / narzędzia dydaktyczne

KODMetoda nauczania / narzędzie dydaktyczne
M-1Lectures
M-2Project

Sposoby oceny

KODSposób oceny
S-1Ocena podsumowująca: Students will be expected to complete written tests, projects and homework assignments as specified by the teacher.
S-2Ocena formująca: Student attendance and participation in class sessions play a vital role in successful course completion.

Zamierzone efekty uczenia się - wiedza

Zamierzone efekty uczenia sięOdniesienie do efektów kształcenia dla kierunku studiówOdniesienie do efektów zdefiniowanych dla obszaru kształceniaCel przedmiotuTreści programoweMetody nauczaniaSposób oceny
WM-WTMiT_2-_null_W01
Upon completion of this course, the student has achieved the following learning outcomes: (1) the student has access to and insight in (the diversity and boundaries of) the discipline of communication sciences; (2) the student is able to find and select the relevant scientific literature by making use of (online) databases; (3) the student is able to evaluate, interpret and compare different academic sources and to use these sources in a scientific paper; (4) the student is able to write a clear academic paper; (5) the student is able to evaluate the findings, strengths and limitations of a certain research line and is able to reflect on this. The learning outcomes of this course will be communicated to the students during the first lectures.
C-1T-W-4, T-W-5, T-W-2, T-W-1, T-W-3M-1S-1, S-2

Zamierzone efekty uczenia się - umiejętności

Zamierzone efekty uczenia sięOdniesienie do efektów kształcenia dla kierunku studiówOdniesienie do efektów zdefiniowanych dla obszaru kształceniaCel przedmiotuTreści programoweMetody nauczaniaSposób oceny
WM-WTMiT_2-_null_U01
The ability to use the acquired knowledge to solve practical problems.
C-1T-P-1M-2S-1, S-2

Zamierzone efekty uczenia się - inne kompetencje społeczne i personalne

Zamierzone efekty uczenia sięOdniesienie do efektów kształcenia dla kierunku studiówOdniesienie do efektów zdefiniowanych dla obszaru kształceniaCel przedmiotuTreści programoweMetody nauczaniaSposób oceny
WM-WTMiT_2-_null_K01
Improvement of social and personal competencies including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making and others. Encouraging dialogue and mutual respect between peoples of different nations, cultures and faiths.
C-1T-P-1M-2S-1, S-2

Kryterium oceny - wiedza

Efekt uczenia sięOcenaKryterium oceny
WM-WTMiT_2-_null_W01
Upon completion of this course, the student has achieved the following learning outcomes: (1) the student has access to and insight in (the diversity and boundaries of) the discipline of communication sciences; (2) the student is able to find and select the relevant scientific literature by making use of (online) databases; (3) the student is able to evaluate, interpret and compare different academic sources and to use these sources in a scientific paper; (4) the student is able to write a clear academic paper; (5) the student is able to evaluate the findings, strengths and limitations of a certain research line and is able to reflect on this. The learning outcomes of this course will be communicated to the students during the first lectures.
2,0Failing. Students performing at this level demonstrate no evidence of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 2.0 is from 0% to 50% of the total possible score (100%).
3,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a minimal command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.0 is from 51% to 60% of the total possible score (100%).
3,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a beginning command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.5 is from 61% to 70% of the total possible score (100%).
4,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a developing command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.0 is from 71% to 80% of the total possible score (100%).
4,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a moderate command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are approaching the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.5 is from 81% to 90% of the total possible score (100%).
5,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a distinguished and strong command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are meeting or extending the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 5.0 is from 91% to 100% of the total possible score (100%).

Kryterium oceny - umiejętności

Efekt uczenia sięOcenaKryterium oceny
WM-WTMiT_2-_null_U01
The ability to use the acquired knowledge to solve practical problems.
2,0Failing. Students performing at this level demonstrate no evidence of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 2.0 is from 0% to 50% of the total possible score (100%).
3,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a minimal command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.0 is from 51% to 60% of the total possible score (100%).
3,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a beginning command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.5 is from 61% to 70% of the total possible score (100%).
4,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a developing command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.0 is from 71% to 80% of the total possible score (100%).
4,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a moderate command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are approaching the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.5 is from 81% to 90% of the total possible score (100%).
5,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a distinguished and strong command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are meeting or extending the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 5.0 is from 91% to 100% of the total possible score (100%).

Kryterium oceny - inne kompetencje społeczne i personalne

Efekt uczenia sięOcenaKryterium oceny
WM-WTMiT_2-_null_K01
Improvement of social and personal competencies including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making and others. Encouraging dialogue and mutual respect between peoples of different nations, cultures and faiths.
2,0Students performing at this level demonstrate no evidence of increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
3,0Acceptable student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
3,5Below average student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
4,0Average student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
4,5Above average student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
5,0Oustending student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.

Literatura podstawowa

  1. Russel L. Ackoff, Scientific method: Optimizing Applied Research Decisions, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1962

Literatura dodatkowa

  1. Jan BABICZ, Encyclopedia of ship knowledge, Baobab Naval Consultancy, Gdańsk, 2007

Treści programowe - projekty

KODTreść programowaGodziny
T-P-1The solution of practical problems related to issues discussed during lectures.30
30

Treści programowe - wykłady

KODTreść programowaGodziny
T-W-1Quantitative Research. Proposals that are written in chapters are the most common but will differ in their content by disciplines and also by the type of proposal (i.e. quantitative or qualitative research). Students should work closely with the research adviser to determine the specific content required for the type of research to be conducted and for the discipline. The proposal is often the first three to four chapters of the student’s thesis or dissertation. The proposal is discussed in terms of what “will be” done in conducting the research.3
T-W-2Qualitative Research. Qualitative research proposals may vary considerably, yet they do contain some common features. The specific theoretical framework selected for qualitative studies significantly influences the content of the proposal.3
T-W-3Organization of the Thesis: (1) front page, (2) student’s declaration on originality of the thesis; (3) dedication page (optional); (4) acknowledgement (optional); (5) vita (optional); (6) abstract; (7) table of contents; (8) list of tables (optional); (9) list of figures (optional); (10) list of symbols / abbreviations / notations / terminology (optional); (11) list of appendices; (12) introduction (relevance of the topic and the necessity for solution; practical and theoretical value of the topic; motives for choosing a particular topic; work aims and tasks; research object; research methods; an explanation of the work structure (brief overview of all parts, page, table and figure count); key literature used; work limitations and difficulties; plan of work and methodology; (13) assumptions and initial data; (14) theoretical section(s) (basic premises for the theoretical section; material sorting and the structure of the theoretical section; the requirements of the content for the theoretical section; preparation of theoretical model; the use and citation of the sources; highlighting the most important parts); (15) empirical (analytical) section (research methods, hypothesis, and data); (16) analysis, design, implementation and interpretation of results; (17) critical assessment of own work; (18) references / bibliography; (19) further Work; (20) summary & conclusion; (21) appendices (optional).7
T-W-4Technical pointers for the final Master Thesis paper: text; citation in the text; quotations in the text; tables in the text; figures in the text.3
T-W-5Copyright and plagiarism policy.2
T-W-6Evaluation of knowedge.2
20

Formy aktywności - projekty

KODForma aktywnościGodziny
A-P-1Thesis preparation.306
A-P-2Teacher's consultations.30
336
(*) 1 punkt ECTS, odpowiada około 30 godzinom aktywności studenta

Formy aktywności - wykłady

KODForma aktywnościGodziny
A-W-1Participation in classes.20
A-W-2Student's own work.26
A-W-3Teachers's consultation.5
51
(*) 1 punkt ECTS, odpowiada około 30 godzinom aktywności studenta
PoleKODZnaczenie kodu
Zamierzone efekty uczenia sięWM-WTMiT_2-_null_W01Upon completion of this course, the student has achieved the following learning outcomes: (1) the student has access to and insight in (the diversity and boundaries of) the discipline of communication sciences; (2) the student is able to find and select the relevant scientific literature by making use of (online) databases; (3) the student is able to evaluate, interpret and compare different academic sources and to use these sources in a scientific paper; (4) the student is able to write a clear academic paper; (5) the student is able to evaluate the findings, strengths and limitations of a certain research line and is able to reflect on this. The learning outcomes of this course will be communicated to the students during the first lectures.
Cel przedmiotuC-1The students will be trained to: (1) collect, read and understand scientific international literature of a specific topic; (2) formulate a research question extracted from data in the literature; (3) formulate a research proposal including problem definition, aim of the Master Thesis, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project; (4) write a report containing a literature overview, the research proposal including problem definition, aim of the project, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project.
Treści programoweT-W-4Technical pointers for the final Master Thesis paper: text; citation in the text; quotations in the text; tables in the text; figures in the text.
T-W-5Copyright and plagiarism policy.
T-W-2Qualitative Research. Qualitative research proposals may vary considerably, yet they do contain some common features. The specific theoretical framework selected for qualitative studies significantly influences the content of the proposal.
T-W-1Quantitative Research. Proposals that are written in chapters are the most common but will differ in their content by disciplines and also by the type of proposal (i.e. quantitative or qualitative research). Students should work closely with the research adviser to determine the specific content required for the type of research to be conducted and for the discipline. The proposal is often the first three to four chapters of the student’s thesis or dissertation. The proposal is discussed in terms of what “will be” done in conducting the research.
T-W-3Organization of the Thesis: (1) front page, (2) student’s declaration on originality of the thesis; (3) dedication page (optional); (4) acknowledgement (optional); (5) vita (optional); (6) abstract; (7) table of contents; (8) list of tables (optional); (9) list of figures (optional); (10) list of symbols / abbreviations / notations / terminology (optional); (11) list of appendices; (12) introduction (relevance of the topic and the necessity for solution; practical and theoretical value of the topic; motives for choosing a particular topic; work aims and tasks; research object; research methods; an explanation of the work structure (brief overview of all parts, page, table and figure count); key literature used; work limitations and difficulties; plan of work and methodology; (13) assumptions and initial data; (14) theoretical section(s) (basic premises for the theoretical section; material sorting and the structure of the theoretical section; the requirements of the content for the theoretical section; preparation of theoretical model; the use and citation of the sources; highlighting the most important parts); (15) empirical (analytical) section (research methods, hypothesis, and data); (16) analysis, design, implementation and interpretation of results; (17) critical assessment of own work; (18) references / bibliography; (19) further Work; (20) summary & conclusion; (21) appendices (optional).
Metody nauczaniaM-1Lectures
Sposób ocenyS-1Ocena podsumowująca: Students will be expected to complete written tests, projects and homework assignments as specified by the teacher.
S-2Ocena formująca: Student attendance and participation in class sessions play a vital role in successful course completion.
Kryteria ocenyOcenaKryterium oceny
2,0Failing. Students performing at this level demonstrate no evidence of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 2.0 is from 0% to 50% of the total possible score (100%).
3,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a minimal command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.0 is from 51% to 60% of the total possible score (100%).
3,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a beginning command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.5 is from 61% to 70% of the total possible score (100%).
4,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a developing command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.0 is from 71% to 80% of the total possible score (100%).
4,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a moderate command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are approaching the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.5 is from 81% to 90% of the total possible score (100%).
5,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a distinguished and strong command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are meeting or extending the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 5.0 is from 91% to 100% of the total possible score (100%).
PoleKODZnaczenie kodu
Zamierzone efekty uczenia sięWM-WTMiT_2-_null_U01The ability to use the acquired knowledge to solve practical problems.
Cel przedmiotuC-1The students will be trained to: (1) collect, read and understand scientific international literature of a specific topic; (2) formulate a research question extracted from data in the literature; (3) formulate a research proposal including problem definition, aim of the Master Thesis, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project; (4) write a report containing a literature overview, the research proposal including problem definition, aim of the project, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project.
Treści programoweT-P-1The solution of practical problems related to issues discussed during lectures.
Metody nauczaniaM-2Project
Sposób ocenyS-1Ocena podsumowująca: Students will be expected to complete written tests, projects and homework assignments as specified by the teacher.
S-2Ocena formująca: Student attendance and participation in class sessions play a vital role in successful course completion.
Kryteria ocenyOcenaKryterium oceny
2,0Failing. Students performing at this level demonstrate no evidence of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 2.0 is from 0% to 50% of the total possible score (100%).
3,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a minimal command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.0 is from 51% to 60% of the total possible score (100%).
3,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a beginning command of the knowledge and/or skills embodied by the course assessed at their grade level. The range for the grade of 3.5 is from 61% to 70% of the total possible score (100%).
4,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a developing command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.0 is from 71% to 80% of the total possible score (100%).
4,5Students performing at this level demonstrate a moderate command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are approaching the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 4.5 is from 81% to 90% of the total possible score (100%).
5,0Students performing at this level demonstrate a distinguished and strong command of the knowledge, skills, and practices embodied by the course. Students at this level are meeting or extending the standards at their grade level. The range for the grade of 5.0 is from 91% to 100% of the total possible score (100%).
PoleKODZnaczenie kodu
Zamierzone efekty uczenia sięWM-WTMiT_2-_null_K01Improvement of social and personal competencies including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making and others. Encouraging dialogue and mutual respect between peoples of different nations, cultures and faiths.
Cel przedmiotuC-1The students will be trained to: (1) collect, read and understand scientific international literature of a specific topic; (2) formulate a research question extracted from data in the literature; (3) formulate a research proposal including problem definition, aim of the Master Thesis, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project; (4) write a report containing a literature overview, the research proposal including problem definition, aim of the project, methodology and time frame for the Master Thesis research project.
Treści programoweT-P-1The solution of practical problems related to issues discussed during lectures.
Metody nauczaniaM-2Project
Sposób ocenyS-1Ocena podsumowująca: Students will be expected to complete written tests, projects and homework assignments as specified by the teacher.
S-2Ocena formująca: Student attendance and participation in class sessions play a vital role in successful course completion.
Kryteria ocenyOcenaKryterium oceny
2,0Students performing at this level demonstrate no evidence of increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
3,0Acceptable student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
3,5Below average student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
4,0Average student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
4,5Above average student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.
5,0Oustending student's achivements in increased social and emotional skills, improved attitude toward self and others, improved positive social behaviors, decreased conduct problems and emotional distress.