•   Research Methodology SER22RM01-3005 07.01.2026-27.05.2026  3 credits  (SE25H-E) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The course aims at developing student’s written and presentation skillsof scientific research and serve as support for the individual master's thesis.

    Knowledge and understanding
    The student is able to:
    - review and comprehend scientific and technical documentation
    - understand the basic principles of different research methods in engineering
    - understand the principles of writing for academic purposes

    Skills and abilities
    The student is able to:
    - communicate technical and scientific material
    - plan and realize a research study

    Evaluation ability and approach
    The student is able to:
    - perform relevant choices of methodology for a research study,
    - demonstrate their ability to write and present for an academic audience
    Prerequisites
    Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equal
    Content of the study unit
    The course introduces the students to the methodology of writing scientific technical documentation and articles. The contents of the course are reading and summarizing scientific articles and documentation, writing and presentation of technical material and work. Overview of qualitative and quantitative research methods in engineering.
    - applied vs. basic research
    - the role of the universities in the society
    - scientific and methodological terminology
    - the degree thesis at Novia
    - ethics
    - how to seek information
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level.
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Towe Andersson

    Learning material

    - lecture notes
    - material in Moodle

    Learning methods

    Lectures, group and individual assignments, presentations and seminars.
    Mandatory homework and participation in seminars.

    The content and program of the course, working methods and requirements are described in more detail in the weekly plan, which is available in the Moodle course.

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    On the basis of completed assignments.

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    07.01.2026 - 27.05.2026

    Enrollment date range

    01.12.2025 - 06.01.2026

    Group(s)
    • SE25H-E
    Seats

    0 - 30

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Towe Andersson, Aku Aspila

    Additional information

    Students need a computer with dual screens, good internet connection, web cam and headset, to be able to participate in this course.

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Structural Engineering

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    3.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    Approved/Rejected

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    By completing assignments (Assignment 1. Assignment 2, Research plan for thesis project (and idea seminar or intermediate/final seminar) during the course.

    Timing and attendance

    Lectures held in spring term 2025. The course is carried out as online studies i.e., lectures tied to time but not to place.

    Student's schedule and workload

    Attendance at lectures is not mandatory.
    Students are expected to attend each lecture in order to be able to complete the course.
    The course has a steady load due to homework/assignments. Every assignment and lecture requires preparation.

    Assessment criteria
    Approved / Failed

    When all assignments are completed without remarks and the student has obtained a thorough understanding of the course content the course will be approved.