Research Methodology | Makerere University Courses

Course Code:

CSC 1204

Course Credit Units:

Semester:

Semester 2

Year of Study:

Year 1

Undergraduate or Graduate Level:

Undergraduate Level

College:

College of Computing and Information Sciences

School:

School of Computing and Informatics Technology (CIT)

Department:

Computer Science

Course Description & Objectives:

(a) DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to acquaint students with types of sci- entific research relevant for anyone working in the field of computer science. It will enable students to develop capacity to conduct small, simple research projects while at the university.(b) AimsThe aims of this course unit are to:

Enable students become competent in understanding the research process;
Provide skills that will enable students undertake independent re- search using a variety of appropriate methods, using primary and secondary data, as well as qualitative and quantitative techniques;
Provide students with skills to produce a research proposal;
Highlight ethical research practices to students.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students will be:• Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas to conduct research;• Able to contribute in an entrepreneurial and innovative way within their business, workplace or community in the field of research;• Able to operate effectively and ethically in conducting research in groups/teams• Adaptable and manage change to handle different research situa- tions according to different contexts;• Aware of research and research methodology in subsequent years of study.

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