GIS636 Advanced Research Methods (3 cr.)

This course examines effective research methodologies used in understanding requirements and expectations associated with the capstone project.  This includes formatting and graphic requirements, literature review development, proposal design, and expectations.  Additional emphases include applied ethics of technology use and research design. The course prepares and provides progress for students on their capstone project.

Upon completion of the course students are expected to be able to do the following:  

1. Evaluate and synthesize research to prepare a literature review.
2. Develop a project proposal that can be addressed using appropriate forms of analytics.
3. Apply ethical frameworks for decision-making in technology use and research design.
4. Plan processes for managing technical projects.
5. Demonstrate ability to create and follow project specifications.