CECS Professional Skills Mapping

COMP4450 — Advanced Computing Research Methods

Note: information provided here is indicative only. For full and current course information view the official page on P&C.

code:	COMP4450
name:	Advanced Computing Research Methods
unit value:	6
description:	The course introduces students to some fundamentals of research methodology, and gives students first hand experience by having them carry out a small research project, under close supervision by a member of academic staff. The course comprises a series of lectures which cover the following topics: how to define a research problem; writing a research paper and report; how to give a seminar; the use of search tools and databases to find relevant literature; scientific methods in practice; design of an experiment. Students complete a research project which requires them to carry out background reading and literature review, and to prepare a research report and give a seminar at the end of the course.
P&C:	https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/COMP4450
course learning outcomes:	Effectively communicate research questions, methods and outcomes in oral, written and graphical forms to a broad audience using appropriate tools. Justify and apply appropriate technological choices based on a consideration of the research question and methods. Undertake and manage a research project of significant size and scope and understand the role of collaboration in large research projects. Explain the process of identifying and formulating research questions. Apply effective literature search and critical evaluation skills. Design and conduct experiments, devise appropriate metrics, analyse and interpret data and form reliable conclusions Document all aspects of the development and delivery of a significant research project.
assessment:	First assessment piece (16%) Second assessment piece (16%) Third assessment piece (16%) Fourth assessment piece (16%) Fifth assessment piece (16%) Sixth assessment piece (16%) Seventh assessment piece (4%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome	1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE						2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY				3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES						assessment tasks
learning outcome	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.5	1.6	2.1	2.2	2.3	2.4	3.1	3.2	3.3	3.4	3.5	3.6	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Effectively communicate research questions, methods and outcomes in oral, written and graphical forms to a broad audience using appropriate tools.												✓									✓	✓	✓
Justify and apply appropriate technological choices based on a consideration of the research question and methods.								✓													✓	✓	✓
Undertake and manage a research project of significant size and scope and understand the role of collaboration in large research projects.																✓				✓			✓
Explain the process of identifying and formulating research questions.		✓																			✓	✓
Apply effective literature search and critical evaluation skills.							✓													✓		✓
Design and conduct experiments, devise appropriate metrics, analyse and interpret data and form reliable conclusions									✓								✓	✓	✓
Document all aspects of the development and delivery of a significant research project.														✓						✓

Course contribution towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard

This table depicts the relative contribution of this course towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard. Note that this illustration is indicative only, and may not take into account any recent changes to the course. You are advised to review the official course page on P&C for current information..

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard — summary

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
	1.1	Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
✓	1.2	Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
	1.3	In depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
	1.4	Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
	1.5	Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
	1.6	Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the engineering discipline.
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
✓	2.1	Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
✓	2.2	Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
✓	2.3	Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
	2.4	Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
	3.1	Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
✓	3.2	Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
	3.3	Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
✓	3.4	Professional use and management of information.
	3.5	Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
✓	3.6	Effective team membership and team leadership.

Updated: 18 February 2021/ Responsible Officer: Dean, CECS/ Page Contact: CECS Academic Education Services