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ICT Research Principles unit (KIT714)

Introduction

This unit is designed to give students an appreciation of the significance of research in future ICT professional practice. This unit provides an introduction to both qualitative and quantitative approaches and will provide students with basic research skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable them to conduct their own research in an ethical and rigorous manner. In addition, students will also learn how to conduct a literature review and develop critical thinking skills in the process.

Summary

Unit name ICT Research Principles
Unit code KIT714
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline Information & Communication Technology
Coordinator Doctor Winyu Chinthammit
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Produce a research artefact by investigating an ICT related problem.
  • Apply different research methodologies to conduct ethical ICT research.
  • Appraise research skills and methodologies in the context of future ICT professional practice.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On-Campus Melbourne and Sydney teaching arrangements may differ and will be advised by your teaching team. 

On-Campus enrolments in Hobart: 

  • Lecture/Seminar: 1xhr weekly
  • Independent Learning: 1xhr weekly 
  • Lab Classes ("Tutorials"): 2xhrs weekly commencing in week 1

For this unit, students are expected to attend On-line Zoom lectures, On-campus Seminar and on-campus lab classes and are expected to remain up to date with content that is delivered asynchronously online. 

AssessmentQualitative methods (20%)|Quantitative Methods (20%)|Literature review (30%)|ePortfolio (30%)
TimetableView 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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