Software Engineering Research Project COMP4540
Course overview
Course 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 expected to present a poster and a short seminar describing their work.
Students will be expected to apply their software engineering knowledge and skills in the planning and execution of their research project.
Rationale
This course offers a research-oriented alternative to the team software engineering project, COMP4500 Software Engineering Practice. This course aims to offer a a more appropriately focused preparation for students contemplating proceeding to a postgraduate research degree. Entry is by permission of the head of department and the normal expectation is that the student will have maintained a distinction average in their studies.
Topics
The following topics will be covered:
- What research is and how to undertake it
- Planning for research projects
- Conducting a literature survey
- Written and oral presentation of research work
Workload
Annual course. Student enrols in Semester 1 and Semester 2. As many hours as necessary for meetings with supervisors and a nominal 20 hours per week
