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COMP SCI 7405 - Research Methods in Software Engineering and Computer Science

Career: Postgraduate Coursework
Units: 3
Term: Semester 1
Campus: North Terrace
Contact: 2 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: No
Available for Non-Award Study: No
Assessment: Written exam and/or assignments
Syllabus:

This course will prepare students for advanced research by examining how to plan, conduct and report on empirical investigations. The course will cover techniques applicable to each of the steps of a research project, including formulating research questions, theory building, data analysis (using both qualitative and quantitative methods), building evidence, assessing validity, and publishing. It will particularly focus on research involving software, developing statistical tools to measure software performance and the ways in which people interact with software tools.

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Units
 EFTSL
Amount
3
 0.125
          
  


Course Outline

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Critical Dates

Term Last Day to Add Online Census Date Last Day to WNF Last Day to WF
Semester 1 Tue 12/03/2024 Thu 21/03/2024 Fri 03/05/2024 Fri 07/06/2024


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
10049 LE01 40 38 29 Feb - 4 Apr Thursday 12pm - 2pm Engineering Sth, S112, Teaching Room
25 Apr - 30 May Thursday 12pm - 2pm Engineering Sth, S112, Teaching Room
Note: For an enriching and interactive learning experience, it is highly recommended to attend the lecture in person. While the lecture will be recorded, it is primarily intended for review purposes and for individuals who cannot attend due to special circumstances. Please check MyUni for details once enrolled.