Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School: Computer and Security Science
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Unit Title
Doctor of Philosophy ThesisUnit Code
CSG7200Year
2015Enrolment Period
1Version
1Credit Points
0Full Year Unit
N
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Online
Description
Research work undertaken as part of Doctor of Philosophy in the field of computer science.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
- Completed the study for their Doctoral thesis.
- Prepared their Doctoral thesis.
- Submitted their Doctoral thesis.
Unit Content
- The preparation and submission of the Doctoral thesis.
- The presentation of seminars on the area of study as required including: a seminar proposing a research program; presentations as required from time to time describing work in progress and the final outcomes of the research.
- The structure of a Doctoral thesis.
- The study for the Doctoral thesis in computer science.
Additional Learning Experience Information
In these two thesis units the student will implement and prepare for submission of the thesis. The study, and its progress, will be closely supervised by the appointed principal supervisor with the assistance of up to two additional supervisors. The preparation of the thesis will be done with the support of the principal supervisor, and with assistance from the higher degree coordinator in the School, the Faculty's Associate Dean of Research, the Research and Higher Degree Committee of the Faculty and the Graduate School staff. It is probable that at least one draft thesis will be prepared. The student and principal supervisor will mutually agree on progress review dates, and on draft submission dates. The procedures associated with progress through the Doctoral studies are documented in the Graduate School web page (Edith Cowan University (1999a).
Assessment
GS3 GRADING SCHEMA 3 Used for research or project units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
ON CAMPUS| Type | Description |
|---|
| Thesis | Thesis |
Text References
- Albaugh, R.M. (1965). Thesis writing: A guide to scholarly style. Totowa, New Jersey: Littlefield Adams Co.
- van Leunen, M.C. (1978). A handbook for scholars. New York: Knopf.
- Berry, D.M. & Martin, G.P. (1971). A guide to writing research papers. New York: McGraw-Hill.
- Booth, V. (1977). Writing a scientific paper. London: Biochemical Society.
- Campbell, W.G. (1978). Form and style in thesis writing. Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
- Cordasco, F. and Gatner, E.S.M. (1974). Research and report writing. Totowa, New Jersey: Littlefield Adams Co.
- Doubleday, N.F. (1971). Writing the research paper. Lexington, Massachusetts: D.C. Heath & Co.
- Ebel, H.F., Bliefert, C. & Russey, W.E. (1987). The art of scientific writing. Weinheim, FRG: VCH.
- Edith Cowan University (1999a) The Graduate School. http://www.cowan.edu.au/ research/gsmain.html
- Edith Cowan University (1999b) Edith Cowan University (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules. In Postgraduate Handbook 1999 (pp.30 - 36). Perth: Edith Cowan University.
- Edith Cowan University (1999c) Preparing a thesis or research project for honours, master and doctoral awards. Perth: Edith Cowan University.
- Elphinstone, L. and Schweitzer, R. (1998) How to get a research degree: a survival guide. St. Leonards, NSW: Allen & Unwin.
- Isaac, S. and Michael, W.B. (1974). Handbook in research. San Diego: Knapp.
- Jongeling, S., & Peel, G. (Eds.). (1991). Referencing Guide. Perth: Edith Cowan University, Division of Academic Programmes.
- Lester, J.D. (1967). Writing research papers: A complete guide. Atlanta: Scott, Foresman & Co.
- Madsen, D. (1983). Successful dissertations and theses. San Fransisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers.
- Manheimer, M.L. (1973). Style manual: A guide for the preparation of reports and dissertations. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc.
- Mason, D. (1983). Successful dissertations and thesis. San Fransisco: Jossey Bass Publishers.
- Turabian, K.L. (1973). A manual for writers of term papers, theses and dissertations. Chicago: University of Chicago Press.
- UNESCO, (1976). Unisist guidelines for preparation of texts of dissertations for their presentation and publication. Paris: UNESCO.
- Anderson, J., Durston, B.H. and Poole, M. (1970). Thesis and assignment writing. Brisbane: Wiley and Sons.
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Academic Misconduct
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- plagiarism;
- unauthorised collaboration;
- cheating in examinations;
- theft of other students' work;
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School: Computer and Security Science
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Unit Title
Doctor of Philosophy ThesisUnit Code
CSG7200Year
2015Enrolment Period
2Version
1Credit Points
0Full Year Unit
N
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Online
Description
Research work undertaken as part of Doctor of Philosophy in the field of computer science.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
- Completed the study for their Doctoral thesis.
- Prepared their Doctoral thesis.
- Submitted their Doctoral thesis.
Unit Content
- The preparation and submission of the Doctoral thesis.
- The presentation of seminars on the area of study as required including: a seminar proposing a research program; presentations as required from time to time describing work in progress and the final outcomes of the research.
- The structure of a Doctoral thesis.
- The study for the Doctoral thesis in computer science.
Additional Learning Experience Information
In these two thesis units the student will implement and prepare for submission of the thesis. The study, and its progress, will be closely supervised by the appointed principal supervisor with the assistance of up to two additional supervisors. The preparation of the thesis will be done with the support of the principal supervisor, and with assistance from the higher degree coordinator in the School, the Faculty's Associate Dean of Research, the Research and Higher Degree Committee of the Faculty and the Graduate School staff. It is probable that at least one draft thesis will be prepared. The student and principal supervisor will mutually agree on progress review dates, and on draft submission dates. The procedures associated with progress through the Doctoral studies are documented in the Graduate School web page (Edith Cowan University (1999a).
Assessment
GS3 GRADING SCHEMA 3 Used for research or project units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
ON CAMPUS| Type | Description |
|---|
| Thesis | Thesis |
Text References
- Albaugh, R.M. (1965). Thesis writing: A guide to scholarly style. Totowa, New Jersey: Littlefield Adams Co.
- van Leunen, M.C. (1978). A handbook for scholars. New York: Knopf.
- Berry, D.M. & Martin, G.P. (1971). A guide to writing research papers. New York: McGraw-Hill.
- Booth, V. (1977). Writing a scientific paper. London: Biochemical Society.
- Campbell, W.G. (1978). Form and style in thesis writing. Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
- Cordasco, F. and Gatner, E.S.M. (1974). Research and report writing. Totowa, New Jersey: Littlefield Adams Co.
- Doubleday, N.F. (1971). Writing the research paper. Lexington, Massachusetts: D.C. Heath & Co.
- Ebel, H.F., Bliefert, C. & Russey, W.E. (1987). The art of scientific writing. Weinheim, FRG: VCH.
- Edith Cowan University (1999a) The Graduate School. http://www.cowan.edu.au/ research/gsmain.html
- Edith Cowan University (1999b) Edith Cowan University (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules. In Postgraduate Handbook 1999 (pp.30 - 36). Perth: Edith Cowan University.
- Edith Cowan University (1999c) Preparing a thesis or research project for honours, master and doctoral awards. Perth: Edith Cowan University.
- Elphinstone, L. and Schweitzer, R. (1998) How to get a research degree: a survival guide. St. Leonards, NSW: Allen & Unwin.
- Isaac, S. and Michael, W.B. (1974). Handbook in research. San Diego: Knapp.
- Jongeling, S., & Peel, G. (Eds.). (1991). Referencing Guide. Perth: Edith Cowan University, Division of Academic Programmes.
- Lester, J.D. (1967). Writing research papers: A complete guide. Atlanta: Scott, Foresman & Co.
- Madsen, D. (1983). Successful dissertations and theses. San Fransisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers.
- Manheimer, M.L. (1973). Style manual: A guide for the preparation of reports and dissertations. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc.
- Mason, D. (1983). Successful dissertations and thesis. San Fransisco: Jossey Bass Publishers.
- Turabian, K.L. (1973). A manual for writers of term papers, theses and dissertations. Chicago: University of Chicago Press.
- UNESCO, (1976). Unisist guidelines for preparation of texts of dissertations for their presentation and publication. Paris: UNESCO.
- Anderson, J., Durston, B.H. and Poole, M. (1970). Thesis and assignment writing. Brisbane: Wiley and Sons.
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Academic Misconduct
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- plagiarism;
- unauthorised collaboration;
- cheating in examinations;
- theft of other students' work;
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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