ARC 561/562 Advanced Research Methods: Master of Architecture 1 Department of Architecture Knust
ARC 561/562 Advanced Research Methods: Master of Architecture 1 Department of Architecture Knust
ARC 561/562 Advanced Research Methods: Master of Architecture 1 Department of Architecture Knust
ARC 561/562
Advanced Research Methods
MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE 1
Department of Architecture
KNUST
COURSE LECTURERS/CONVENERS:
Lecture Outline
• Introduction
• Course objective
• Learning outcomes
• Teaching and learning strategies
• Learning obligations
• Methods of Assessment
• Course Structure/Outline
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Introduction
Course objectives
I. Introduction to the major characteristics and
application of the various research methods.
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Learning outcomes
on completion of this course, it is expected that, students will:
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Learning obligations
• students are reminded of their obligations to
prepare for each week’s lecture.
Methods of Assessment
Mainly Lectures, Class Plenary Sessions, Classwork and a Final
Examination.
It is essential that recommended materials are read to supplement lecture
notes.
The Pass Mark is 50% and each student is entreated to work hard.
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Course Structure/Outline
UNIT ONE
Introduction And Philosophical Basis Of
Research
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UNIT TWO
Development Of Research Design
Philosophical Worldviews
o Post positivism, Constructivism, Transformative,
Pragmatism
Research Strategies
o Historical, Logical Argumentation, Simulation Research, etc
UNIT THREE
Sampling And Measurements
Introduction to Sampling
o Definition and Rationale of Sampling
o Key Elements of Sampling
o Types of Sampling (Probability and Non-probability)
o Sample frame and sample size determination
Introduction to Measurements
o Nature of Measurement
o Definition of Basic Concepts
o Levels of Measurement
o Measurement Error
o Types of Scale
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UNIT FOUR
Methods of Data Collection
collection
UNIT FIVE
Data Processing And Analysis
Data Presentation
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UNIT SIX
Writing of Research Reports
Important considerations
UNIT SEVEN
Preparation of Research Proposal And
Conduct of Student Thesis
Key elements of Research Proposal
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