Understand the process of writing a dissertation and the importance of selecting a current and original topic;
Develop a dissertation proposal, with context, motivation and characterization of the problem or research question;
Explain the processes of systematic literature review in developing the state of the art
Discuss the main research methodologies;
Present the scientific method of knowledge production;
Describe testing, validation, data collection and data analysis methodologies;
Implement forms of project management, goal setting, planning and execution;
Develop scientific writing skills, review and presentation of scientific articles;
Develop oral and written communication and critical analysis skills.
Program
Introduction
Choosing a topic and identifying the problem or research question
Literature review
Research Methods
Objectives and role of science
The scientific method
The scientific research process
Types of investigation
Investigation steps
Work plan
Data collection and analysis of results
Ethics in Scientific Research
Scientific publication: research and production
Bibliography
Roberts, C. M., “The dissertation journey: A practical and comprehensive guide to planning, writing, and defending your dissertation”. Corwin Press, 2010.
Joyner, R. L., Rouse, W. A., & Glatthorn, A. A., ”Writing the winning thesis or dissertation: A step-by-step guide”. Corwin Press, 2018.
Leavy, P., “Research design: Quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, arts-based, and community-based participatory research approaches”. Guilford Publications, 2022.
Oliveira, L. A., “Dissertação e tese em ciência e tecnologia”. LIDEL, 2011.
Nicholas, J. M., & Steyn, H. (2020). “Project management for engineering, business and technology”. Routledge, 2020.