Courses

CSCI-Y 890 Thesis Readings and Research

1-12 credits

• Prerequisite(s): Nomination to Candidacy
• Delivery: On-Campus, Online

Description

Research under the direction of a graduate faculty member leading to a Ph.D. dissertation.

Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate and synthesize relevant literature in computer science to lay the groundwork for their Ph.D. research. ^{CS 7}
2. Formulate clear, concise, and innovative research questions or hypotheses based on identified gaps in the literature. ^{CS 7}
3. Design and implement rigorous research methodologies appropriate for the research questions. ^{CS 7}
4. Design and develop systems and analyze data using advanced computational techniques, algorithms, and tools for research. ^{CS 2}
5. Interpret findings in the context of the existing literature. ^{CS 7}
6. Reflect on the implications, limitations, and potential biases of their research. ^{CS 6}
7. Devise new perspectives or interpretations on research concepts, methodologies, and results, integrating them into original narratives or theoretical frameworks and presenting them in written form (e.g., drafts, reports, and Dissertation chapters) and oral presentations. ^{CS 7}
8. Assess, validate, and provide feedback on insights gathered from discussions and collaborations with the faculty advisor and other collaborators, justifying decisions or adaptations in research based on these interactions. ^{CS 7}
9. Design and innovate a comprehensive and tailored research strategy, integrating goals, milestones, and timelines while anticipating research challenges and opportunities. ^{CS 7}
10. Evaluate setbacks in the research direction, making data-informed adjustments while conceptualizing innovative approaches to enhance research progression. ^{CS 7}
11. Critique and justify research methods and outcomes based on ethical guidelines and best practices, ensuring validity, integrity, and reliability of research findings. ^{CS 6}
12. Respect intellectual property, giving proper attribution and acknowledgments. ^{CS 6}
13. Develop a professional identity in the field of computer science through focused research endeavors. ^{CS 7}
14. Evaluate and strategize involvement in the broader academic and research community, seeking opportunities for conferences, workshops, or collaborations. ^{CS 6}
15. Produce substantial content that contributes to the foundation or body of their Ph.D. dissertation. ^{CS 7}

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