Course syllabus - Computational Thinking and Writing Research Toolbox

Objectives

The course focuses on computational aspects of reasoning and model-building in constructive research. A main objective is to give a student an improved understanding and knowledge of the state of the art in computational thinking techniques essential for contemporary research, from Software Engineering to Brain-inspired computing, and Cognitive computing. It includes academic writing and publication and essentials of ethics.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, student should be able to:

- identify and apply appropriate thinking tools from the state of the art computational thinking toolbox
- understand and take into account the paradigm shift taking place within the field of Computing
- demonstrate understanding of the ideas presented in specialist lectures
- improve skills in academic writing in English and publication
- show an ability to use basic concepts of research ethics

Course content

The course deals with three main themes:

- scientific way of thinking in research, with computational thinking in focus

- writing and publication of research papers

- values and ethical considerations in research

Tuition

The course consists of lectures given by specialists within different research fields combined with in-class discussions. The course is given in English.

Specific requirements

At least 150 credits from an institution of higher education and a TOEFL test result (PBT) at least 530, TWE score 4, (iBT) at least 72, TWE score 17 or IELTS test score for academic purposes with an overall band score of minimum 5.5 and no band score below 5.0. The English test is COMPULSORY for all applicants except citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom and USA. The TOEFL code you must use is SWEDEN 9520.

Examination

Exercise (INL1), lecture notes, 2 credits, marks 3, 4 or 5
Examination (TEN1), take-home exam, 1,5 credits, marks 3, 4 or 5

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

The course overlaps with 2,5 credits towards DVA403.