303689 (v.2) Aquatic Resources Honours Project 402

Area:

Muresk Institute

Credits:

100.0

Contact Hours:

20.0

Individual Study:

1 x 20 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

303687 (v.2) Aquatic Resources Honours 401

Syllabus:

Aquatic Resources Honours 402 is the final component of a research project. Under the guidance of a supervisor, students will plan and implement the research project initiated in Aquatic Resources Honours 401, analyse results and prepare a written dissertation on the research project. A final seminar will be presented in the final stages of the project.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have clearly defined the underlying problem for their project. Competently reviewed a research article. Written a clear and comprehensive literature review for their project. Compared and contrasted alternative research methodologies. Written a clear and comprehensive dissertation. Enhanced skills as reflective learners. Delivered verbal presentations that are clear, concise and informative.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Anderson, J. and Poole, M., (1994). Thesis and Assignment Writing, 2nd ed, Brisbane, Jacaranda Wiley Ltd. Bouma, G.D., (1996). The Research Process, 3rd ed, Melbourne, Oxford University Press. Kumar, R., (1996). Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners, Melbourne, Longman. Lindsay, D., (1994). A Guide to Scientific Writing, 2nd ed, Melbourne, Longman.

Unit Texts:

Leedy, P.D., (1997). Practical Research: Planning and Design, 6th ed, New Jersey, Prentice Hall.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Dissertation 90%. Seminar presentation 10%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y