Faculty of Science Engineering and Information Technology
School of Information Technology
SUBJECT OUTLINE
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CP5035:03 Interdisciplinary Research Project (Teaching Period 2, 2008) Townsville and Cairns, On Campus
HANDBOOK DESCRIPTION:
In this subject, students apply the knowledge and skills obtained from IT/CS subjects in the course to complete interdisciplinary project under minimal supervision. It is a self-motivated and selfdirected research oriented subject. It provides an opportunity for students to undertake an intensive multidisciplinary applied research in an area of their choice placing advanced IT/CS theory and techniques into domain-specific practice.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES: Formulating and stating an interdisciplinary research problem; Undertaking a good literature review in the chosen area; Combing IT/CS theory and real-world domain problems; Establishing a scientific IT/CS methodological approach for a given problem; Systematic and critical analysis of experimental result and collected output; Independent project management with minimal supervision; and Professional oral and written presentation skills.
GENERIC SKILLS TO BE TAUGHT
Literacy and Numeracy the ability to read complex and demanding texts accurately, critically and insightfully the ability to speak and write clearly, coherently and creatively the ability to generate, calculate, interpret and communicate numerical information in ways appropriate to a given discipline or discourse Information Literacy the ability to find and access information using appropriate media and technologies the ability to evaluate that information an understanding of the economic, legal, ethical, social and cultural issues involved in the use of information the ability to select and organise information and communicate it accurately, cogently, coherently, creatively and ethically the ability to deploy critically evaluated information to practical ends Critical Thinking and Problem Solving the ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments, and to reason and deploy evidence clearly and logically the ability to adapt knowledge to new situations the ability to deploy critically evaluated information to practical ends the ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area Self Reliance and Interpersonal Understanding the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences the ability to lead, manage and contribute effectively to teams the ability to work with people of different gender, age, ethnicity, culture, religion and political persuasion the ability to work individually and independently Using Tools and Technologies the ability to select and use appropriate tools and technologies the ability to use online technologies effectively and ethically Learning Achievement the acquisition of coherent and disciplined sets of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics from at least one
discipline area the ability to reflect on and evaluate learning, and to learn independently in a self directed manner the ability to manage future career and personal development
GRADUATE QUALITIES TO BE FOSTERED
exemplary personal and professional moral and ethical standards a commitment to life long learning and intellectual development an understanding of Indigenous Australian issues and cultures an understanding of regional issues a sense of professional, community and environmental responsibilities willingness to contribute to the intellectual, cultural and social life of the regional, national and international communities
STAFF: Lecturer
Dr. Ickjai Lee (coordinator) Cns
Room #
A2.103
Consultations
Open door policy
Email contact
Ickjai.Lee@jcu.edu.au
Telephone
X1083
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: Nil. TEXT BOOK/S: Nil. TEACHING SUPPORT MATERIALS: This subject will use LearnJCU which is available through StudentsONLINE on the JCU web site via Current Students. Students should expect to receive frequent subject updates and reminders by email so please check your email regularly. The School web page has information for students including the Teaching Practices Guide which contains information on topics such as lecture preparation, how to use tutorials and laboratory classes, assessment and feedback methods, etc. EXPECTED CLASS AND STUDY TIME: Students should expect to spend at least 7 hours of study each week for this subject. MATERIALS AND SERVICES TO BE PURCHASED: Students are not required to purchase anything for this subject. ASSESSMENT: Research plan (10%) o One page of research plan outlining the research including an applied domain area (some possible areas are: geoinformatics, bioinformatics, chemometrics, ecoinformatics, engineering, tourism, business intelligence etc) problem formulation, approach and methodology, expected outcome. Due: Week 2 30 minutes (20 minutes talk + 10 minutes question time) in-class presentation Scheduled: Week 13 A scientific paper on the project between 6,000 – 10,000 words that is publishable in a professional meeting. 2
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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA: Details of assessment criteria as follows: Research plan [10 marks]: o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Soundness: 2.5 Significance: 2.5 Novelty: 2.5 Innovation: 2.5
Class presentation [30 marks]: Speech: 3 Visual aids: 2 Structure: 3 Questions & answers: 2
Written assignment [60 marks]: Introduction: 5 Literature Review: 10 Novelty & innovation: 10 Scientific & technical quality: 10 Structure & organisation: 10 Readability & presentation: 10 Conclusion: 5
SUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENTS: Assignment submission will be electronic via an email attachment to your lecturer. Extensions to assignments will not be granted except in extenuating circumstances and a penalty of 20% per day applies for late submissions. Marked assignments can be collected from the lecturer’s office during office hours (09:00-17:00h Monday to Friday). PLAGIARISM: Plagiarism is the act of using another’s words, works or ideas from any source as one’s own. Plagiarism has no place in a University. Student work containing plagiarised material will be subject to disciplinary action and may result in exclusion from the University. The University Policy on Plagiarism may be found at: http://www.jcu.edu.au/teaching/topics/JCUPRD_016786.html. Students should also be aware of the JCU policies relating to Student Academic Misconduct (cheating) found at: http://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student/rights/JCUDEV_005375.html. For help in avoiding plagiarism see http://www.jcu.edu.au/studying/services/studyskills/reference/ FINAL GRADE:
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Students are required to achieve 50% on total assessment in order to pass the subject. Final grades are decided at the School of Math, Physics & IT examiners meeting, where scaling of marks may be undertaken so that grade distributions comply with Academic Board Grade Distribution Policy. WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY: The University staff, management and students have mutual obligations in relation to maintaining a safe workplace and learning environment. Students are required to follow directions specific to sites and safety procedures as directed by staff. Failure to follow safety instructions may result in that person being denied access to the facilities. ANIMAL ETHICS: People using animals for research and teaching purposes have an obligation to treat the animals with respect and to consider their welfare as an essential factor when planning and conducting studies. Teaching activities involving animals have received approval from the JCU Animal Ethics Sub-Committee in accordance with the Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes. Students are required to follow directions of teaching staff in relation to handling animals. Failure to do so will result in that person being denied access to the facilities. STUDENT SUPPORT: Some students will have problems that can span a wide range of family, relationship, health, emotional, financial and educational issues. We can help, but if problems occur you must seek help promptly. See your lecturer, the Faculty Registrar, or contact one of the support services available to students: Student Support Services offers a wide range of services: http://www.jcu.edu.au/studying/services/ Teaching and Learning Development offer help with learning skills such as writing and referencing, preparing for exams, etc at http://www.jcu.edu.au/studying/services/studyskills/. The library staff provide a range of support services for IT access and library issues http://www.library.jcu.edu.au/InfoHelp/Training/ STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Students with a disability who require special arrangements or consideration should contact the Disability Resource Officer in the Equal Opportunity Unit (Ph: 4781 5152)
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