Introduction to Research Practices - The Big Issues (ENGG1600)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2021
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Schools
Chemical Engineering School, Civil Engineering School, Elec Engineering, Comp Science, Mech & Mine Engineering School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
Lecture 1 Hour/ Week
General contact hours 2 Hours/ Week
Incompatible
SCIE1010 and SCIE1017
Prerequisite
Permission Associate Dean (Academic) EAIT and GPA >5.5
Restricted
Enrolment restricted to maximum of 60 students.
Assessment methods
Research Centre Overview, Reflections, Annotated Bibliography, Critical Review of Research Article, Virtual Conference paper and poster, Peer review session, Participation in laboratory tour; Completi on of 10 hrs in research laboratory.
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Course description
This course introduces students to the nature of research & why it is essential to our modern way of life. What are the current big questions in research? Who conducts research? What do they investigate & why? Key elements of good research design are also considered, & the concepts of intellectual property & commercialisation are introduced contextually by UQ research leaders. Students will have an opportunity to engage with the vibrant research culture at UQ, with a 10 hour placement in a research centre that reflects their interests. Research careers are dynamic & exciting - find out if this career path is for you when you join UQ's world-class research community through this introductory course.
Archived offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2021 (26/07/2021 - 20/11/2021) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2020 (03/08/2020 - 21/11/2020) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2019 (22/07/2019 - 16/11/2019) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2018 (23/07/2018 - 17/11/2018) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2017 (24/07/2017 - 18/11/2017) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2016 (25/07/2016 - 19/11/2016) | St Lucia | Internal | Course Profile |