Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- obtain, utilise and assess R&D-related information and their sources critically
- follow the rules of ethical principles applied in all research activities
- use the most typical research and development methods of their own field
- write a scientific report and is familiar with the requirements for language and style and how to document the sources

Implementation and methods of teaching

This course is based both on distance learning and contact lessons. Materials are given in Reppu.

Timing and attendance

September - December.

Learning material and recommended literature

Materials given during contact lessons and in Reppu,

Alternative completion methods

No alternative ways of completion.

Exam retakes

Multiple choice exam in Reppu at the beginning of the course. Retakes during the course during lessons.

Learning environment

Both distance learning and contact lessons.

Contents

Student will adopt basics
- of research process
- of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods an analysis
- of reporting scientific results
- of use of data for business purposes
- Statistical processing of data using Excel
-Estimation and Statistical Testing

Assessment scale

1-5

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to use research methods and concepts on poor level.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to use research methods and concepts on adequate level.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to use qualitative/quantitative research methods and concept on excellent level.