UC1PBL05 Problem Based Learning and Research Methodologies

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UC1PBL05 Problem Based Learning and Research Methodologies

Course description
- NQF Level
  Bachelor's degree (Level 6 1. Cycle)
- Area of Study
  Computing
- Program of Study
  Computing 1. year
- ECTS
  05
- Campus
  Kristiansand, OnlinePLUS - Oslo, Online
- Course Leader
  Iain Sutherland

Introduction

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
Digital Forensics
Cyber Security

Course Aim(s)

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

Knowledge

The student has knowledge of

K1	approaches to problem identification and decomposition.
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.

Skills

The student gain skills in

S1	be able to search and obtain information from a wide variety of resources.
S2	the ability to abstract a problem.
S3	the ability to reflect upon their learning process during this course.

General Competence

The student can demonstrate

G1	logical, scientific approach to problem-solving.
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.

Course Topics

Academic Study Skills
Research Skills
Problem Solving
Reflective Practice

Teaching Methods

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.

Resources and Equipment

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).

Prerequisite Knowledge

Refer to admission requirements.

Reading List

The reading list for this course and any additional electronic resources will be provided in the LMS.

Study Workload

125 nominal hours.
Study workload applies to both Campus and Online students.

Activity	Duration
Teacher-led activity	12 Hour(s)
Teacher-supported work	40 Hour(s)
Self-study	73 Hour(s)

Work Requirements

Mandatory Assignments are assessed as Approved or Not Approved.

Name	Requirement	Scope	Requirement type	Comment
Mandatory Assignment			Course requirement

Assessment Strategy

All mandatory assignments must be passed in order to attempt the exam.
This course has one (1) exam contributing towards the overall and final grade of the course.

The exam must be assessed as passed to receive the final Course Grade.

Form of assessment	Grading scale	Grouping	Duration of assessment
Report	A-F	Individual	17 Hour(s)