Research and development methods (3 cr)
Code: 05MUTKMOPIT-3006
General information
Enrollment
19.08.2019 - 15.09.2019
Timing
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Design and Fine Arts
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 110
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Design (2014, 2015, 2016)
Teachers
- Heikki Saros
Teacher in charge
Minna Cheung
Groups
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05SIKA16M, Lahti
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05PAMU16, Lahti
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05MUVA16, Lahti
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05TEMU16, Lahti
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05SIKA16, Lahti
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05AMU16, Lahti
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05KOMU16, Lahti
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05KAMU16, Lahti
Learning outcomes
Students
- know how to use key theories of design research in development and research
- know how to act according to the principles of reliability and ethicality
- know how to acquire research data
- know how to write well-argued formal text
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course consists of lectures and group and individual tasks. Course materials will be published in the Reppu learning environment.
Timing and attendance
The course consists of five lectures (4 hours each). Mandatory presence min. 80%. First contact teaching day mandatory.
Learning material and recommended literature
Study materials will be published in Reppu e-learning environment.
Alternative completion methods
The course activity s based on contact lessons and group and individual work. Optional study methods are to be agreed with the teacher.
Exam retakes
Evaluation is based on the work presented during the course.
Learning environment
Lessons at the university, library, digital learning environment.
Student time use and work load
Student work is 81 hours includinf 20 hours of the lectures.
Contents
Research and development methods are part of the thesis work studies. The content of the course consists of design research methods and thesis work guide lines. Main goal of the course is the individual thesis work report plan including the disposition and the research questions.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Subject specific knowledge and skills to start the thesis project.
Assessment criteria
Course tasks and self evaluation.
Assessment scale
1-5
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student shows expertise on the course materials and skills to get the thesis project started.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student shows basic skills in using theoretical materials and analytical thinking.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student shows skills in applying theory and reference materials in the thesis project.