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Major Research Project

Unit Code: HES7601

Duration

Contact Hours

Campus

Prerequisite

Corequisite

12 Weeks

12 hours

Hawthorn

12 units of study associated with the Master of Engineering (Civil) qualification

Credit Points: 50 Credit Points

Related Course/s:

A unit of study in the

Master of Engineering (Civil)

Master of Engineering (Civil) (Honours)

Master of Engineering Science (Civil)

Aims & Objectives:

On successful completion of this unit the student should be able to:

Develop skills in planning and executing a major innovative project.
Undertake a major research project and complete the task satisfactorily.
Develop an advanced understanding of the process of research.
Develop advanced skills in literature review, report writing and oral presentation.
Demonstrate project management skills

Teaching Methods:

Self directed research in consultation with academic supervisor

Assessment:

One 15,000 word research minor thesis and oral presentation

Generic Skills Outcomes:

The graduate attributes which relate to this unit help to produce students who:

Are capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas.
Operate effectively in work and community situations.
Are adaptable and manage change.
Are aware of environments in which they will be contributing.
Are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace, or community.
Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals.
In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline.
Ability to understand problem identification, formulation and solution.
Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance

Content:

Students will work on an approved project under staff supervision using the research methodologies previously introduced in the Masters program. The project maybe university or industry based and must be approved by the program co-ordinator. Projects will require a literature survey and a theoretical or experimental investigation to test a hypothesis and provide definitive recommendations and conclusions. There is a requirement for monthly progress reports during the semester. Total student time spent on the project is expected to be a minimum of 500 hours.

References:

Anderson, J & Poole, M Assignment and Thesis Writing, 3rd edn, Jacaranda Wiley, Brisbane, 1998.
Beach, DP, Alavagar, TKE Handbook for Scientific and Technical Research, Prentice Hall, 1992.
Evans, DG How to Write a Better Thesis, Melbourne University Press, 2002