TECH 646
Analysis of Research in Industry & Technology
Fall 2018
Paul I. Lin, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
A Core Course for Purdue University
M.S. in Technology Degree Program
Industrial Technology/Manufacturing and IT & Advanced Computer Applications Tracks
School of Polytechnic
Purdue University Fort Wayne Campus
Assignments/Activites
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Assignment |
Hand-in Requirement & Due Time |
1 |
Homework Assignment 1: Mercedes-Bens and TNS Infratest Develop Starts Insight |
Assigned date: 8/23; Submit your homework as an email attachment to Prof. Lin at lin@pfw.edu, before 5:00 PM, on Aug. 30 |
2 | Homework Assignment 2: Chapter 2 Discussion Questions 1 to 4 | Assigned 8/31, due 9/6 |
3 | Homework Assignment 3: Chapter 3 Discussion Questions; Cumming Engine | Assigned 9/7, due 9/13 |
4 |
Homework Assignment 4:
Research Proposal - Initial Investigation |
PART I - due Monday, 9/17 PART II - due Thursday, 9/20 |
5 | Homework Assignment 5: Research Project Proposal (continue) | due Thrsday, 9/27 |
6 |
Homework Asisgnment 6: Part 1. Study Chapters 1 to 7 and prepare for Exam 1 on Oct. 4 Part 2. Qualitative and Quantitative Research Design |
Assigned 9/28, due Oct. 4 |
7 |
Homework Assignment 7: * Refine research proposal (comments added on your submitted hw6) * Add four sections: Research Design, Data Analysis, Deliverables, Budget and Schedule |
Assigned 10/5, due 10/11 |
8 |
Mid-Term Report - HW8 Team: Semester Research Project Review and Discussion (Progress Report) Research Design: ** Exploration, Qualitative Research, Observation Study, Experiment ** Source of Data and Data Collection ** Automated Data Collection System Design Data Analysis ** Data Preparation & Description ** Exploring, Displaying and Examining Data Hypothesis Testing Presenting Insights and Findings: Report Writing ** Results ** Findings ** Cost Benefits Analysis ** Conclusion |
Assigned 10/11, due 11/25, before 5 PM |