Study Guide

Objective

The aim of the course is to give the student the tools for choosing a suitable method for the master's thesis.


The student:
- has a deeper understanding about what research is, how it can be done, what it is used for, etc.
- knows the importance of formulating research problems
- knows how to write a research plan
- is familiar with different research methods, emphasizing methods suitable for the industry

Content

To learn what a research is, how it can be done, what it is used for.
How to formulate research problems
How to write a research plan
To learn the different research methods, emphasizing methods suitable for the industry

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient 1
Theory and methodology are poorly understood and implemented in Autonomous Maritime Operation related tasks/ assignments.
Research, communication and documentation are hardly acceptable.
Active participation.
Satisfactory 2
Appear to grasp theory and have made a start in showing its applicability in Autonomous Maritime Operation related tasks/ assignements. Research, communication and documentation are acceptable.
Active participation.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good 3
Understanding of theory and applicability of methods in Autonomous Maritime Operation related tasks/ assignements, but work could be stronger.
Research, service design, communication and documentation are good.
Active participation.
Very Good 4
General understanding of theory and methods, very good implementation in Autonomous Maritime Operation related tasks/ assignements.
Reliable research, innovative service design and communication and documentation on good level.
Very active participation.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
Mastery of theory and methods, proficiency of implementation of them in Autonomous Maritime Operation related tasks/ assignements.
Outstanding research, innovative service design and excellent communication and documentation.
Very active participation.

Qualifications

No prerequisites.