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Research proposal assignment

Submit your research proposal on Canvas by following this outline: Research proposal outline.

Important links

• Research proposal outline: Link
• Research proposal rubric: Link
• Research proposal sample: Link
• Research proposal presentation: Link
• Late submission policy: Link
• Past Student Proposals and Projects: Link

Learning objectives

Research methods are not just for academic purposes, but they are useful skills for your future as an engineer. Even if you are not particularly interested in research, by completing this proposal assignment, you will develop transferable skills including soft skills for your engineering career.

1. Critical thinking: Cultivate a mindset of inquiry and evaluation, which helps you come up with new ideas in engineering
2. Problem-solving: Learn structured approaches to identify, analyze, and solve problems, a key skill in any engineering job
3. Staying updated: Gain the ability to access new technologies, materials, and methods through research findings
4. Data analysis and interpretation: Improve ability to identify, collect and make sense of data
5. Project management: Develop project management skills such as setting objectives, creating timelines, and managing uncertainies
6. Communication skills: Improve ability to write proposals, reports, and present technical information clearly
7. Handling feedback: Develop the ability to objectively respond to review comments professionally and use critiques to improve work
8. Professional attitude: Foster attention to detail, proactive approach to work, and maturity

All these skills are important for collaboration and growth in professional environments.

Assignment overview

Given the course learning objectives, your research proposal should demonstrate your ability to:

• Formulate a research plan: Develop a detailed and feasible research plan that includes clear objectives, methodd, and timelines, reflecting your understanding of both academic and industry-oriented project requirements.

• Conduct a literature review: Perform a comprehensive literature review using advanced citation management tools to organize your sources effectively. Your review should be thorough and demonstrate your ability to synthesize information from various sources.

• Methods: Identify and explain the laboratory, field, or other methods relevant to your research, discussing their applications and limitations.

• Proposal writing: Write a detailed research proposal that clearly communicates your research objectives, methods, and expected outcomes. The proposal should be concise, well-structured, and aligned with the provided rubric: Proposal Rubric.

• Oral presentation: Prepare a clear and persuasive presentation based on your research proposal. This will be assessed separately; see the presentation assignment for details.

• Critical evaluation: Critically evaluate your own proposal against the provided rubric and be prepared to provide constructive feedback to peers during their presentation.

• Data management plan: Develop a data management plan adhering to the FAIR principles, ensuring that your research data is handled and shared appropriately.

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