Course - Topics in Design Research - PD8300
PD8300 - Topics in Design Research
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Passed/Failed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oppgave | 100/100 | A |
Course content
The course gives the students insights on theories and research traditions in industrial design. It will also give support to develop an individual research design for the students' concrete "research-case". This includes the ability to understand which methods are appropriate for the particular work, how to classify and give preference to the single approaches and how to integrate them in the doctoral project.
The course-content covers a theory of science introduction for design, qualitative and quantitative methods and central design research methods. The course will further give an overview of the most relevant supporting methods such as protocal analysis, discourse analysis, interviews, activity theory, affordances etc.
In addition, the course will give an introduction in how to write papers for scientific journals.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The candidate is able to put his/her own research activities in the context of design research inside and outside the department and can relate it to both content as well as research methodology.
Skills: The candidate can interpret and assess different approaches in design research in the context of his/her own research objectives.
General competence: The candidate has knowledge of design research and methods relevant to his/her PhD research. He/she is able to define research questions, and identify and use relevant literature. Further the candidate is able understand the conditions and requirements for writing an academic paper.
Learning methods and activities
The course consist of lectures and seminars, self-study of relevant theory, discussions with the supervisor or other relevant staff/students during the writing process, and the writing of a final essay. Some of the tutoring is done via video- and skype conferencing.
According to the number and needs of the candidates, the particular organization of the course will be discussed at its start. To pass the course a score of at least 70 percent is required.
Recommended previous knowledge
Background in design
Course materials
Announced at course start.
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Design Methodology
- Architectural Theory
- Technological subjects
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Oppgave 100/100 A
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"