Module Details
Module Code: |
SKLS C3704 |
Module Title:
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Research Skills
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Title:
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Research Skills
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Janette Davies
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Module Author:: |
Stephen Whelan
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Module Description: |
To provide learners with the competence, knowledge and skills to plan, design, formulate and manage an agricultural research project.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Apply the means, competences, and techniques of the Research Process to an ethical standard to conduct an agri-business research project |
LO2 |
Develop an applied scientific agricultural research proposal |
LO3 |
Demonstrate a knowledge of data analysis and interpretation, and statistical testing using SPSS software |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Introduction to the Research Process
• The Research Process: The importance of research within the farming and agri- business context; Research terminology, Research industry, Ethics, Technology for agricultural improvement.
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Research Design
• Types of research design. Steps in the research design process. Potential errors, Research objectives
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Data Types, Secondary Data
• Purposes, sources of secondary data
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Experiments
• The concept of experiments. Types of experiments, Experimental validity. Types and tools.
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Qualitative Research
• Observation and other qualitative methods • Survey data collection methods and the Survey Instrument • Data collection modes, Factors determining same, Errors, Wording Of Questionnaires, Structuring, Sequencing, Error minimization.
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Measurement
• General concepts, Measurement scales, Attitude measurement, • Rating and ranking scales, Reliability and validity of measurements.
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Report Writing and Presentation
• How to write a research report, Format and content, Presentation of results and referencing.
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Data Collection and Descriptive Statistics
• Mean, mode, median.
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Probability
• Probability laws. Binomial, Poisson and Normal distributions.
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Statistical Interference Using Samples
• T-test, Chi-square testing. • Statistical determination of sample size. • Statistical significance and practical significance. • Confidence intervals
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Syllabus Content for Practical S.P.S.S. Component.
1. Introduction to SPSS and Analysis of variance / ANOVA 2. Using the data editor • Data coding and entry • Defining variables • Value labels • Missing values 3. Modifying and recoding data values Data analysis using a case study dataset Frequencies Descriptive statistics Explore and cross tab procedures Multiple response procedures Hypothesis testing
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Using the Output Editor
• Creating and modifying charts • Exporting tables and charts
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Project | 80.00% |
Practical | 20.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Imparting knowledge and ideas and facilitating learners to learn independently. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.50 |
18 |
Lab/Lecture |
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Contact |
Computer based practical work that backs up lecture based learning activities. |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.50 |
18 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Completion of course work. Autonomous student learning and revision of concepts delivered through the lectures |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.00 |
36 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Christine Domegan, Declan Fleming. Marketing Research in Ireland, Gill & Macmillan Ltd, [ISBN: 9780717142002].
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Ryan, D. & Jones, C.. (2012), Understanding Digital Marketing,, [ISBN: 9780749464271].
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Collis, J. and Hussey, R.. (2003), Business Research, Palgrave Macmillan,, Basingstoke, Hampshire, [ISBN: 9780333983254].
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Deming, E.. (1990), Sample design in business research, Wiley Classics, [ISBN: 9780471523704].
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This module does not have any other resources |
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