CAPITA SELECTA BIOTECHNOLOGY (2 CREDITS)

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: LO1 – Express the right mindset for research, conduct literature reviews, and formulate precise research problems, variables, and hypotheses; LO2 – build research designs and validate reliable data collection instruments for biotechnology studies.; LO3 – apply ethical sampling and data collection methods to address research objectives effectively.; LO4 – apply methodologies, and communicate findings to diverse audiences; LO5 – Breakdown scientific literature and engage in effective science communication, including public outreach.

Topics:

1. Introduction to Research;
2. Research 01: Formulating Research Problem;
3. Research 02: Conceptualizing Research Design;
4. Research 03: Constructing Instrument for Data Collection;
5. Research 04-05: Selecting Sample & Research Proposal;
6. Research 06: Collecting Data;
7. Research 07: Processing and Displaying Data;
8. Research 08: Writing Research Report;
9. Research 09: Presenting Research Report;
10. Evaluating Scientific Literature.