COSC460

Research Project

60 points

Not offered 2017, offered in 2014, 2015, 2016

For further information see Computer Science and Software Engineering

Description

This course gives students in-depth research experience by completing a comprehensive computer science research project. A research topic will be chosen in discussion with a possible staff supervisor, a proposal developed and approved, and a written research report completed. In addition to working on their project, students will attend a series of lectures on research and writing skills required to successfully perform high-quality computer science research. Various milestones are included through the year including proposal development, written and oral progress reports, and final project presentations. At the end of the course, students will have studied and practiced essential techniques and skills required to successfully complete a computer science research project.

Prerequisites

Subject to approval of the Head of Department