This course covers research methods and writing skills. The first part is research methods that covers topics such as searching and processing the literature, identifying a research problem, problem formulation, research ethics, research questions & objectives, types of research, designing methodology, digital tools, methods and tools of data collection & analysis using statistical methods and tools, interpretation of data and drawing conclusions. The technical writing part focuses on effective written and oral communication of the research: citation and referencing, writing tips, writing a research proposal, thesis structure and its preparation, writing a manuscript for publication and oral presentation skills.

Course ID: MCEM 605

Credit hours Theory Practical Laboratory Lecture Studio Contact hours Pre-requisite
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Published on: 09 April 2019
Last update on: 02 February 2026
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