CENG488 GUIDED RESEARCH
| Course Code: | 5710488 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (1.00 - 4.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 6.0 |
| Department: | Computer Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. PELİN ANGIN ÜLKÜER |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
This course is a one-semester course for developing a novel computer science and engineering solution to a research problem to be carried out individually or by a small team of undergraduate students under the guidance of a faculty member. The course includes one term duration research project involving focused literature survey, creative problem solving, prototyping as appropriate, experimental and/or theoretical analysis, presentation and paper writing.
The purpose of the guided research is for students to further explore an area of interest she/he may have just scratched the surface of during one of the core courses.
The objective of the course is to provide a medium for undergraduate students who want to take part in research projects and gain research experience. At the end of the course, the students will gain:
- experience on conducting research
- ability to work as a part of research group
- experience on academic paper writing and presentation
Course Content
Guided research in computer science and engineering. Creative problem solving. Experimental and/or theoretical validation. Research and publication ethics.
Academic paper writing and presentation.
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the students will be able to
- Understand the research methods in computer science and engineering
- Apply the research methods on a specific problem
- Get the practice of working in a research group (for group projects)
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||