Dissertation A unit (JEE701)

Introduction

This unit is an individual research project / dissertation conducted over two (or three) semesters. The student conducts a research project in a relevant topic of their choice and produces a high quality written report on this work, which is then presented to their peers and independent external assessors. 
Students develop, implement and carry out a research project under the supervision of a UTAS academic staff member (permanent or casual). The progress and outcomes of the research are assessed in the form of a project plan, risk assessment, interim report, executive summary, oral presentation, written thesis (in journal article format) and supporting documents.

Summary

Unit name	Dissertation A
Unit code	JEE701
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics
Coordinator	Doctor Hung Nguyen
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Learning Outcomes

• Develop innovative research concepts and implement creative problem-solving approaches for documentation and management of research processes.
• Evaluate existing methodologies through systematic literature review to propose evidence-based improvements for a selected research problem.
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessment to systematically evaluate and mitigate threats to project progression, personnel safety, and equipment integrity.
• Develop a validated solution to assigned engineering problems using experimental methods, numerical simulation tools, and/or supervisor-approved methodologies under realistic project constraints.
• Develop technical communication through written documentation and oral presentations when conveying complex engineering concepts and research findings to diverse audiences.
• Produce original contributions to the maritime engineering discipline by justifying novel components, system improvements, or value-added solutions using industry-standard methodologies.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
			not applicable

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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

JNB508 OR JNB608

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Once-off workshop will be organised at the beginning of semester. A guest lecturer will be invited to the workshop.
Assessment	Interim Report|Project Plan|Risk Assessment
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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