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Who is the course coordinator and lecturer for the Research Methods & Project Management course?
Who is the course coordinator and lecturer for the Research Methods & Project Management course?
James Hughes
What is the requirement for students to enroll in this course?
What is the requirement for students to enroll in this course?
Have completed 48 units of study
Students are required to attend all lectures and workshops for this course.
Students are required to attend all lectures and workshops for this course.
False
The course includes a major component, which is a group __________ project.
The course includes a major component, which is a group __________ project.
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What topics will be covered in the course relating to project management?
What topics will be covered in the course relating to project management?
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How many lectures are there per week for this course?
How many lectures are there per week for this course?
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On which days do the lectures occur?
On which days do the lectures occur?
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What software will be used for the practical exercise in this course?
What software will be used for the practical exercise in this course?
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What is the weight of the research project in the overall assessment for this course?
What is the weight of the research project in the overall assessment for this course?
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What are the consulting hours for the course?
What are the consulting hours for the course?
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Study Notes
General Overview
- Course serves as a foundation for the engineering honours project.
- Ideal for students with 48 completed units and expecting degree completion by Semester 1, 2026.
- Major focus is a group research project.
- Emphasis on finding and analyzing research articles.
Teaching Staff
- James Hughes: Course coordinator and lecturer with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and PhD in Mechanical Engineering; experienced in fatigue, fracture, and ultrasonic defect detection.
- Gayani Fernando: Lecturer with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil) and MPhil in Civil Engineering; expertise in hydrology, environmental modeling, and project management.
Weekly Breakdown
- Involves attending lectures, workshops, practical sessions, and consulting.
- Lectures occur twice weekly: Tuesday at 8am, Friday at 9am in Flentje.
- Attendance is encouraged for engagement and consistent progress; lecture recordings available if missed.
- Core concepts test based on lecture content.
Practical Sessions
- Two hours of practical exercises on MS Project in Weeks 3 and 4.
- Three streams: Tuesday at 4pm, Wednesday at 2pm, Thursday at 4pm; attendance is crucial for scheduling assignment success.
- Consulting hours: Monday and Thursday from 10am to 12pm in office IW 3.17.
Assessment Breakdown
- Research Project carries a weighting of 75%.
- Additional assessments include literature review and possibly other components.
- Due dates for assessments are available on the MyUni course calendar; they are indicative only.
Policies
- Familiarity with MACA (Mandatory Assessment Completion Adjustment) and Extensions Policy is essential.
- Academic honesty is critical; awareness of cheating and plagiarism policies is required.
Teamwork Dynamics
- Working effectively in a team is vital for project success; collaboration with teammates should be arranged during workshops.
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Description
This quiz provides an overview of the Research Methods and Project Management course, including details about assessment breakdown, weekly topics, and policies regarding cheating and plagiarism. It is designed for students who are preparing for their engineering honors project after completing the required units of study.
