Wisdom « Integrity - Excellence v TAYLOR'S UNIVERSITY BACHELOR OF QUANTITY SURVEYING (HONOURS) RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QSB3933 / RES60103) MODULE OUTLINE MARCH 2018 SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING AND DESIGN Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia)Programme — Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) Module RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (RES60103) Prerequisite N/A Credit Hours 3 Classific Core Module Instructor Dr Myzatul Aishah Binti Hj Kamarezaly (MyzatulAishah.amerazaly@taylors.edu.my) Module Synopsis The module intends to introduce students to academic research and provide some in-depth understanding of the research methodology. The module covers the process and techniques of research, research design, identification of research areas and the preparation of research proposal. At the end of the course, students should be able to identify Issues, problems and areas of research, identify relevant data and information required for the research, develop data collection techniques, design research process and prepare research proposal. Students should also be able to seek information from a variety of sources, open to new ideas and have the capacity for self-directed learning, look for alternative ideas and solutions, present information and express ideas clearly, effectively and confidently and act ethically with integrity and social responsibilty. Module Teaching Objectives The teaching objectives of the module are: 1. To develop awareness of the current local and global issues in the construction industry. 2. To explore the approaches to research, 3. To demonstrate a systematic and orderly mind to produce a viable academic research. Module Learning Outcomes (MLO) The objectives of the module are translated into a number of Module Learning Outcomes (MLO), mapped to Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) and Taylor's Graduate Capabilities (TGC). To identify issues/ problems leading to the development of the 31 1 | subject area and objectives of research releted to construction] 1.2 7 industry of the discipline of Quantity Surveyor. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (Q583933/RES60103): 1 MARCH2018a 2. | Produce a literature review that can act as s strong background to), | 21 research problem. 22 62 2 3. | Te demonstrate a systematic and orderly mind to produce a viable] | ,, | 32 academic research. : 32 61 Modes of Delivery and TIMeS This is a4 credit hour module conducted over a period of 14 weeks, The modes of delivery will be in the form of lectures, tutorials and self-directed study. The breakdown of the contact hours for the module is as follows: = Lecture: 3 hours/week = Tutorial: 2 hours/week + Seifdirected study: 5 hours/week TIMeS will be used as a communication tool and information portal for students to access module materials, project briefs, assignments and announcements. Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)* The Bachelor of Quantity Surveying (Honours) programme has as its objectives that graduates exemplify the following Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) that will enable them to: Engage in inquiry-based learning, primarily in Quantity Surveying Practices, where students learn to acquire skils to research, analyse and evaluate material which is relevant to a particular project Introductory knowledge of measurement, management and contractual invalved in the development and construction process Evaluate all relevant aspects of management and other specialisms taking account of regulations, the needs of society and ethical correctness Convey results of work effectively both orally and in writing Encourage leadership, effective group dynamics and self-development Understand the logical sequence of local construction practices, Use of IT and communicate effectively ‘Source: The Manual of Accreditation for Quantity Surveying Programmes, Boerd of Quantity Surveyars Molaysia, 2013 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QS83933/RES60103) 2 MARCH2018Taylor's Graduate Capabilities (TGC) ‘The teaching end learning approach at Taylor’s University is focused on developing the Taylor's Graduate Capabilities (TGC) in its students; capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive capabilities and soft skills of its graduates. te ee 1. Discipline Specific Knowledge 1L1 Able to put theories into practice 1.2 Understand ethical issues in the context of the field of study 11.3 Understand professional practice within the field of study 2. Lifelong Learning 2.1 Learn independently 2.2 Locate, extract, synthesize and utilize information effectively 2.3 Be intellectual engaged 3. Thinking and Problem Solving skills 3.1 Think critically and creatively 3.2 Define and analyze problems to arrive at effective solutions 4, Communication Skills 4.1 Communicate appropriately in various settings and modes 5. Interpersonal Skills 5.1 Understand team dynamics and mobilize the power of teams 5.2 Understand and assume leadership 6. Intrapersonal Skills, 6:1 Manage oneself and be self-reliant 6.2 Reflection one’s action and learning 6.3 Embody Taylor's core values 7. Citizenship and Global Perspectives 7.1 Be aware of and form opinions from diverse perspectives 7.2 Understand the value of civic responsibility and community engagement 8, Digital Literacy 8.1 Effective use of ICT and related technology 02 0:80)09 @ © RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QSB3933/RES60103): 3 MARCH2018‘Types of Assessments and Feedback You will be graded in the form of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessment involves participation in discussions and feedback sessions. Summative assessment will inform you about the level of understanding and performance capabilities achieved at the end of the module. 1. | Research Proposal ‘Summative 123 60% 2. | Literature Review Formative 123 40% 3_ | Taylor's Graduate Capabilities Portfolio ‘Summative 123 | Passyail Total 100% Taylor's Graduate Capabi 1. Taylor's Graduate Capabilities Portfolio (TGCP) The Taylor's Graduate Capebilities Portfolio is a document that collates all assessments produced ina module and reflects a student's acquisition of the Module Learning Outcomes and Taylor's Graduate Capabilities. Each student is to develop an ePortfolio, a web-based portfolio in the form of a personal academic blog. The ePortfolio is developed progressively for all modules taken throughout Semesters 1 to 6, and culminates with a final Portfolio in printed form produced in the final semester. The printed Portfolio must encapsulate the acquisition of Programme Learning ‘Outcomes and Taylor's Graduate Capabilities, and showcase the distinctiveness and identity of the student as a graduate of the programme. Marks and Grading Table Assessments and grades will be returned within two weeks of your submission. You will be given grades and necessary feedback for each submission, The grading system is shown below: tion Evidence of original thinking: demonstrated outstanding A | 20-100} 400 | excetient | capacity to analyze and synthesize; outstanding grasp of module matter, evidence of extensive knowledge base, RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QS83933/RES60103) 4 MARCH2018Evidence of good grasp of module matter; critical capacity A | 75-79 | 367 | Very Good | and analytical ability; understanding of relevant issues evidence of familiarity with the literature, B+ | 70-74 | 338 Evidence of grasp of module matter; critical capacity and Good | analytical ability, reasonable understanding of relevant issues; evidence of familiarity with the literature. 8 | 6-69 | 300 8. | 6-64 | 267 Evidence of some understanding of the module matter, ce | ss-s9 | 233 Pass abilty to develop solutions to simple problems; benefitting from his/her university experience, c | so-sa} 200 ps | 47-49 | 167 Evidence of nearly but not quite acceptable familiarity with > | 44-46 | 133. | Marginal Fal : ‘module matter, weak in critical and analytical sil p- | 40-43 | 100 Insufficient evidence of understanding of the module F | 0-39 | 000 Fall matter; weakness in critical and analytical skills; limited or inrelevant use of the literature. Withdrawn from @ module before census date, typically wo : : Withdrawn rmid-semester {refer to Description 1 below. Withdrawn after census date, typically mid-semester Few) ° 0.00 Fail sdecaiaanid (refer to Description 2 below). ‘An interim notation given for 8 module where a student has not completed certain requirements with valid reason IN : - Incomplete or itis not possible to finalise the grede by the published deadline P - - Pass | Given for satisfactory completion of practicum. Given for @ module where attendance is for information AU - - Audit only without earning academic cradit. Description 1: Week 3 to week 7 (inclusive) for tong semester, or week 3 to week 5 (Inclusive) for short semester. A short semester is less then 14 weeks. Not applicable for audit and internship. Description 2: After week 7 for long semester, or after week § for short semester. A short semester is less than 14 weeks. Not applicable for audit and interaship. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (Q583933/RES6OLO3): > MaRCH2018Module Schedule / Weekly Plan (subject to change at short notice) 21 March | Orientation Week : $ 26 March | introduction to Module and Research | In-class Discussion | Topics for research Week 1 3 2 5 2 April (Last day to | Identification of a research area for . Topics for research adé/drop 2 | research proposal module) Week 2 3 2 5 Development of research problems Reviews of 9 April oe Problems/ | acs Discussion questions/ hypothesis Literature Week 3 2 5 Reviews of 36 April | Resources Search Invclass Discussion ee Literature Week 4 3 2 5 23 April | Development of sims and scope Invclass Discussion | Writing of Proposal Weeks 3 2 5 30 April | Development of research design and Inclass Discussion | Writing of Proposal research program Week 6 3 2 3 7 May Last day for testy fF” | writing of Proposal ; subject/module Invclass Discussion | Writing of Proposal withdrawal with WO grade) Week? 3 2 5 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QS63933/RES60103): MARCH2018Module Schedule / Weekly Plan (subject to change at short notice) (continued) a i f } ‘ 14 May Submission of (Online Student | Weiting of Proposal Invdass Discusion a Registration) ni Week@ 3 2 5 2 May eee Uerature search iterature Online Student | Literature search and review In-class Diseussion and review Registration (SR) Week 9 3 2 5 son | Uteatuce search 28 May —_| Literature search and review Indass Diseusson and review Week 10 3 2 5 4 June (Online Course Evaluation and Research strategy last day for _| Techniques of data collection Inclass Discussion & techniques Subject/Module Withdrawl with FW) grade) Week 11 3 2 3 e-Learning Week (Hari Raya AidiFtr) , Development of t1june | Design and development of Discussion ae uestionnaires questionnaires & Interview questions 7 Week 12 3 2 3 18 June (Last day of | Design and development of Development of In-class Discussion Online Course | questionnaires & Interview questions questionnaires Evaluation) Week 12 3 2 5 254 saiiaiahd In-class Discuss s June incl ampli Submission: TGC e-Portfolio ss Denson veil Week 13 3 2 5 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QS83933/RES60103): 7 MARCH2018Module Schedule / Weekly Plan (subject to change at short notice) (continued) Dace 2July eae Study Week/ Final Exam Week 14 July al Exam Week 15 Main References: 2 3 Bell, J. (1996). Doing Your Own Research Project: Guide to First-time Researchers in Educati and Social Science. Buckingham: Open University Press Blaxter, L, Hughes, C. & Tight, M. (1996). How to Research. Buckingham: Open University Press ‘Creswell, J. W. (2008). Educational research: planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative ‘and qualitative research 3rd ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall Cryer, Pat (2006). The Research Student's Guide to Success. England: Megraw - Hill Naoum, 5.6. (2007). Dissertation Research & Writing for Construction Students 2nd ed. London: Butterworth-Heinemann Sharp, J, Peters, J., Howard, K, (2002). The management of a student research project 3rd ed. ‘Aldershot: Gower Silverman, D. (2010). Doing qualitative research: 2 practical handbook 3rd ed. London: Sage Publications GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS Student-centered Learning The module uses the Student-centered Learning (SCL) approach, ation of SCL embodies most of the principles known to improve leaming and to encourage student's participation. SCL requires students to be active, responsible participants in their own learning and instructors are to facilitate the earning process. Various teaching and learning strategies such as experiential learning, problem-based RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QSB3933/RES60103}) a MARCH2018learning, site visits, group discussions, presentations, working in group and etc. can be employed to facilitate the leaming process. In SCL, students are expected to be: active in their own learning; = self-directed to be responsible to enhance their learning abilities: + able to cultivate skills that are useful in today's workplace; = active knowledge seekers; + active players in a team. Attendance and Student Participation Attendance is compulsory. Any student who arrives late after the first half-hour of class will be considered as absent. The lectures and tutorials will assist you in expanding your ideas and your assessments. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to pass the module and/or be eligible for the final examination and/or presentation. Students will be assessed based on their performance throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend and participate actively in class. Class participation is an important component of every module. Your participation in the module is encouraged. You have the opportunity to participate in the following ways: = Your ideas and questions are welcomed, valued and encouraged. &® ‘+ Your input is sought to understand your perspectives, ideas and needs in planning module r + You have opportunities to give feedback and issues will be addressed in response to that feedback. * Do reflect on your performance in Portfolios. ion. + Student evaluation on your views and experiences about the module are actively sought and used as an integral part of improvement in teaching and continuous improvement. Late Submission Penalty The School imposes a late submission penalty for work submitted late without a valid reason eg. a medical certificate. Any work submitted after the deadline (which may have been extended) shall have the percentage grade assigned to the work on face value reduced by 10% for the first day and 5% for each subsequent day late. A weekend counts as one (1) day. Individual members of staff shall be permitted to grant extensions for assessed work that they have set if they are satisfied that a student has given good reasons. Absenteeism at intermediate or final presentation will result in zero mark for that presentation. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QSB3933/RES60103): 9 MARCH2018The Board of Examiners may overrule any penalty imposed and allow the actual mark achieved to be Used if the late submission was for a good reason, Plagiarism Plagiarism, which is an attempt to present another person's work as your own by not acknowledging the source, is a serious case of misconduct which is deemed unacceptable by the University. "Work" includes written materials such as books, journals and magazine articles or other papers and also includes films and computer programs. The two most common types of plagiarism are from Published materials and other students’ works. 1. Published Materials In general, whenever anything from someone else's work is used, whether it is an idea, an opinion or the results of a study or review, @ standard system of referencing should be used. Examples of plagiarism may include a sentence or two, or a table or a diagram from @ book or an article used without acknowledgement. Serious cases of plagiarism can be seen in cases where the entire paper presented by the student is copied from another book, with an addition of only a sentence or two by the student. While the former can be treated as a simple failure to cite references, the latter is likely to be viewed as cheating in an examination. Though most assignments require the need for reference to other peoples’ works, in order to avoid plagiarism, students should keep a detailed record of the sources of ideas and findings and ensure that these sources are clearly quoted in their assignment. Note that plagiarism also refers to materials obtained from the Internet too. 2. Other Students’ Works Circulating relevant articles and discussing ideas before writing an assignment is common practice. However, with the exception of group assignments, students should write their own papers. Plagiarising the work of other students into assignments includes using identical or very similar sentences, paragraphs or sections. When two students submit papers that are very similar in tone and content, both are likely to be penalised. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QS83933/RES60103): 10 MARCH2018Guide for Writing References: = http://taylorslibrary.taylors.edu.my/user_skills/user_support students ‘Approved By: fgg — Lecturer Name: Programme Director Name: Dr Myzatul Aishah Kamarazaly Dr Myzatul Aishah Kemarazaly Sr Ang Fuey Lin Date: 8 MARCH 2018 Date: 8 MARCH 2018 Date: 8 MARCH 2018 Remarks: 1, The Module Outline is to be distributed to the students in the first week of the semester. 2. Any changes to the Module Outline shall be communicated (in writing) to the Programme Director and the approval revised version must be communicated to the students. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (QSB3933/RES60103): u MARCH2018