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CECS Professional Skills Mapping

COMP4540 — Software Engineering Research Project

code: COMP4540
name: Software Engineering Research Project
unit value: 24
description: Students will conduct an individual research project under the close supervision of one or more academic staff. Projects will, at least in part, require the application of theoretical or experimental research techniques. In particular, students will be expected to conduct and present a survey of the literature relevant to the research topic.

Students will prepare a thesis reporting on the research project and its outcomes. They will also be expectedto present a poster and a short seminar describing their work. The learning objectives and project overview will be specified at the outset using the Research Schoool of of Computer Science form 'Independent Study Contract'.
P&C: https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/COMP4540
course learning outcomes:
  1. Prepare and present a short technical seminar.
  2. Write a literature survey.
  3. Undertake and complete a research project under supervision.
  4. Write a thesis describing the results of research work.
  5. Gain advanced knowledge and skills in their specific project area, as specified in their Independent Study Contract.
assessment:
  1. Presentation (10%)
  2. Thesis (85%)
  3. Critical Feedback (5%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESassessment tasks
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  1. Prepare and present a short technical seminar.
✓✓
  1. Write a literature survey.
✓✓✓
  1. Undertake and complete a research project under supervision.
✓✓
  1. Write a thesis describing the results of research work.
✓✓✓
  1. Gain advanced knowledge and skills in their specific project area, as specified in their Independent Study Contract.
✓✓✓

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

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