UC1PBL05 Problem Based Learning and Research Methodologies
UC1PBL05 Problem Based Learning and Research Methodologies
- Course description
- NQF LevelBachelor's degree (Level 6 1. Cycle)
- Area of StudyComputing
- Program of StudyComputing 1. year
- ECTS05
- CampusKristiansand, OnlinePLUS - Bergen, OnlinePLUS - Oslo, Online
- Course LeaderIain Sutherland
Used in other programs
- Applied Data Science
- Cyber Security
Language of Instruction and assessment: English
May be offered on Campus and Online.
May be offered as a separate course.
Included in the following bachelor's degrees:
- Applied Data Science
- Cyber Security
This course equips students to undertake a bachelor program of study by introducing a variety of research and problem-solving methodologies and developing academic study skills.
Course Learning Outcomes
The student has knowledge of
| K1 | approaches to problem identification and decomposition. |
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| K2 | a selection of research methodologies that are appropriate to the program of study. |
| K3 | the importance of referencing, awareness of a number of referencing systems, and how to apply an appropriate referencing standard. |
| K4 | how to undertake scientific analysis and self-reflection. |
The student gain skills in
| S1 | be able to search and obtain information from a wide variety of resources. |
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| S2 | the ability to abstract a problem. |
| S3 | the ability to reflect upon their learning process during this course. |
The student can demonstrate
| G1 | logical, scientific approach to problem-solving. |
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| G2 | appropriate selection and referencing of existing works, as appropriate to the program of study. |
| G3 | ability to plan, execute and manage academic assignments and projects. |
- Teaching will be based on a hybrid-flexible approach. Instructor-led face-to-face learning is combined with online learning in a flexible course structure that gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating online, or doing both.
- All activities require active student participation in their own learning.
- Learning delivery methods and available resources will be selected to ensure constructive alignment with course content, learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
- Students will be taught using a mixture of guidance, self-study, and lecture material. Topics will be introduced in a series of weekly lectures. The guidance sessions will be directed practical exercises and reading in which students can explore topics with support from a teacher. This material will also require students to self-manage their time to ensure tasks are completed and the theory is fully understood. This will allow the students to fully engage with lectures and with their peers.
- Learning resources are available in the LMS and include, but is not limited to:
- literature and online reading material (essential and recommended)
- streams, recordings and other digital resources, where applicable
- video conferencing and communication platforms, if applicable
- tools, software and libraries, where applicable
- Students must have access to an internet connection, and suitable hardware.
- Accessing live streams and virtual laboratories requires a minimum broadband connection of 2Mbps (4Mbps recommended).
- Students working on their own laptop/computer are required to acquire appropriate communications software, a webcam, and headphones (or a similar alternative).
The reading list for this course and any additional electronic resources will be provided in the LMS.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
Teacher-led activity | 12 Hour(s) |
Teacher-supported work | 40 Hour(s) |
Self-study | 73 Hour(s) |
This course has two (2) exams contributing towards the overall and final grade of the course.
The exams must be assessed as passed to receive the final Course Grade.
| Form of assessment | Grading scale | Grouping | Duration of assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
Report | A-F | Individual | |
Term Paper | A-F | Individual |