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COMP7871 – Research Topic in Computing 1

2021 – Session 1, Special circumstances

Notice

As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.

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General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff
Diego Molla-Aliod
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
Admission to MRes
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description
This unit comprises study of an advanced topic in the areas of computing and information systems. The area studied each year is tailored to the current student cohort. Emphasis is on both the understanding of analytical/theoretical concepts and problem-solving applications.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO1: Critically evaluate and synthesise the primary literature on a computing research topic
  • ULO2: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in one or more disciplines of computing
  • ULO3: Rigorously apply scientific methods to address a computing research question
  • ULO4: Communicate computing concepts and findings clearly and coherently to a scientific audience in written and oral form

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
Tasks 1-4 100% No TBA

Tasks 1-4

Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 130 hours
Due: TBA
Weighting: 100%

Assessment tasks and weighting to be determined by supervisor for project/activity based units or as listed in unit guides where other units are being undertaken. Minimum 3 tasks required, with a maximum of 60% weighting for any one task.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Critically evaluate and synthesise the primary literature on a computing research topic
  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in one or more disciplines of computing
  • Rigorously apply scientific methods to address a computing research question
  • Communicate computing concepts and findings clearly and coherently to a scientific audience in written and oral form

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

  • the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
  • the Writing Centre for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation

Delivery and Resources

This unit will be delivered via weekly meetings with the unit convenor. Parts of the contents of this unit will be based on material from unit COMP3220. Additional material will be determined by the unit convenor during the meetings.

Unit Schedule

A very tentative schedule follows.

  • Weeks 1 to 6 will be based on contents from unit COMP3220. You will be expected to attend their lectures, tutorials, and workshops, and complete assignments based on assignments 1 and 2 from COMP3220.
  • Weeks 7 to 13 will be based on weekly meetings with the unit convenor.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results

Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.

The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources. 

Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

Student Enquiries

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.


Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook