FL. Vargas College, Inc.

College of Engineering
Tuguegarao City, Philippines

COURSE SYLLABUS ON RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

FLVC VISION H Holistically transformed by constant renewal of their relationship with
The F. L. Vargas College envisions empowered Filipino youth armed with God;
acceptable human values and a strong desire to positively respond to O Optimally zealous and persistent to improve and uplift their lives as
quality education professionals;
L Life-long professionals with strong will and determination to face the tasks
FLVC MISSION of the complex life; and
The F. L. Vargas College is committed to produce God-fearing, self-reliant, E Empowered to empower a community of respect and unity.
highly productive, globally competitive, responsible and morally upright
members of society who are ever willing and dedicated to serve God, COLLEGE VISION
country, community, fellowmen and family. To become the school of choice in the field of engineering recognized
in producing excellent and competent engineers who serves as
CORE VALUES primary movers of industrialization who are globally competitive.
Self-confidence Cooperation
Alertness Honesty COLLEGE MISSION
Cooperation Precise To produce students to become professionally responsible and
Perseverance Equality competent engineers who will contribute to the upliftment of society
Alertness Fairness
through innovation and skill in infrastructure building and technology.

INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES
The FL Vargas College, Inc. will produce graduates who are:
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
COLLEGE OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
W World-class experts in various disciplines and areas of specializations;

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The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is directed to the
preparation of professional electrical engineers competent in both power and
distribution engineering.
Specifically, it aims to produce graduates who can:
a. Plan, design, construct, operate, manage and maintain systems
relating to generation and distribution of electrical power;
b. In the discharge of his professional functions, exhibit concern for self, ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
A seasoned IT professional with a proven track record spanning over two decades,
others and the environment;
specializing in operations management, client servicing, and technical leadership.
c. Discharge competently and responsibly any or all career options Throughout my career, I have successfully overseen complex IT projects, managed
cross-functional teams, and fostered strong client relationships to drive business
available as construction manager, project manager engineer, power
growth and innovation.
plant engineer, design engineer, sales engineer, and teaching.
PROGRAM INFORMATION

1. Name of the Instructor

2. Academic Rank Instructor
3. Telephone Number
4. Email Address
5. Consultation Hours

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 COURSE INFORMATION

1. Course Code EE13

2. Course Title RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. Course Description
This course provides an introduction to research methodology, focusing on the principles and practices involved in
conducting scientific research. The course will cover various research designs, data collection methods, data analysis
techniques, and ethical considerations in research. Students will develop the skills necessary to design, conduct, and
evaluate research studies

4. Pre-requisite STATISTICS
5. Co-requisite None 1. Name of the Program
6. Credit 3 units 2. BOR Approval
7. Class Hours 3 hours per week 3. Date of Approval
8. Class Schedule
9. Room Assignment
10. LMS Face to Face
11. Web Conferencing
Software

COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of the course, the students will be able to:

Knowledge

1. - Research Design and Methodologies: Understanding various research methodologies specific to engineering (experimental, computational).
2. - Hypothesis Development and Testing: Developing and testing research hypotheses in engineering.
3. - Data Analysis Techniques: Applying statistical tools for analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
4. - Ethical Research Practices: Knowledge of ethical guidelines in research, including data integrity and responsible conduct.
5. - Technical Communication: Writing well-structured research papers and presenting findings effectively.

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Skills
1. - Problem-Solving: Framing and solving complex engineering challenges through research.
2. - Critical Thinking: Evaluating research literature, methodologies, and data critically.
3. - Data Handling and Analysis: Using software tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R) for accurate data interpretation.
4. - Research Planning and Execution: Planning and executing research projects, from formulation to conclusion.
5. - Technical Writing and Presentation: Producing high-quality research papers and presenting them effectively.

Values
1. - Integrity and Ethics: Emphasizing honesty, transparency, and accountability in research.
2. - Rigor and Precision: Encouraging thoroughness and accuracy for reliable research outcomes.
3. - Curiosity and Innovation: Fostering a mindset of innovation in solving engineering problems.
4. - Collaboration and Teamwork: Understanding the importance of teamwork and effective communication in research.
5. - Perseverance: Developing resilience to overcome challenges throughout the research process.

LEARNING PLAN

Course Outline Learning Outcome Learning Activities Evaluation/Assessment Unit/

Weeks

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* CLASS ORIENTATION - interpret the vision, mission, goals and
Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives objectives of the College
Orientation, Classroom
of the College
Policies/Rules Graded
Requirements and Grading Recitation 1
 Course Overview - recite the vision, mission, goals and
system (oral/written)
 Distribution and discussion of course objectives of the College
syllabus

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1. Introduction to Research Objectives: Understand the
Methodology fundamentals of research methodology,
its importance, and the research
process.

● Definition and significance of ● Definition of research

research methodology ● Importance of research in various
fields (science, social sciences,
humanities)
● Real-world examples of research
impact

Lecture-Group
Recitation and Quiz 2
discussion
● Types of research: Basic,
● Basic vs. Applied Research,
applied, and action research
Action Research
● Characteristics and objectives of
each type

● The research process: Steps in

conducting research ● Steps: Identifying a problem,
reviewing literature, designing the
study, data collection, analysis,
and reporting
● Flowchart of the research process

Collaborative Discussion Recitation and Quiz 3

2. Research Problem and Hypothesis

● Identifying research problems Identifying Research Problems

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 ● Defining research problems
● Sources of research problems
(observations, literature, gaps in
knowledge)
● Examples of research problems

● Formulating research questions

Formulating Research Questions and
and objectives
Objectives

● Characteristics of good research

questions
● Setting objectives: Specific,
Measurable, Achievable,
Relevant, Time-bound (SMART)
● Examples and exercises

● Hypothesis: Types, formulation,

Hypothesis Formulation and Testing
and testing

● Definition and types of

hypotheses (null and alternative)
● Steps in hypothesis testing
● Examples of hypotheses in
different research contexts

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 Collaborative Discussion / Quiz / Recitation 4
3. Review of Literature Assignments

● Importance of literature review Importance of Literature Review

● Role of literature review in

research
● How it helps refine research
questions and hypotheses

● Sources of literature

Sources of Literature

● Types: Books, academic journals,

conference papers, reports
● How to find reliable sources
(libraries, databases, Google
Scholar)

● Techniques for writing a

● Writing a Literature Review
literature review
● Structuring the review:
Introduction, Body, Conclusion
● Techniques for synthesizing and
critiquing literature
● Example of a literature review
section

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 PRELIM EXAMINATION

Collaborative Discussion / Recitation and Quiz 5

4. Research Design Assignments

● Definition and importance of Definition and Importance

research design
● What is research design?
● Importance of having a clear
research design

● Types of research design:

Exploratory, descriptive, Types of Research Designs
experimental, and
● Exploratory: Characteristics and
correlational
use cases
● Descriptive: Features and
applications
● Experimental: Control and
manipulation of variables
● Correlational: Understanding
relationships between variables

● Case study method Case Study Method

● Definition and purpose of case

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 studies
● How to design and conduct a
case study
● Examples from various fields

Collaborative Discussion / Recitation and Quiz 6

5. Sampling Techniques Assignments

● Population and sample Population and Sample

● Definition of population and

sample
● Importance of sampling in
research

Probability Sampling Methods

● Probability and non-probability
sampling methods
● Simple random sampling
● Stratified sampling
● Cluster sampling

Non-Probability Sampling Methods

● Convenience sampling
● Judgmental sampling
● Snowball sampling
● Sample size determination
Sample Size Determination

● Factors affecting sample size

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 ● Methods for calculating sample
size
● Examples and tools

Collaborative Discussion / Recitation and Quiz 7

6. Data Collection Methods Assignments

● Primary and secondary data Primary vs. Secondary Data

● Differences between primary and

secondary data
● Examples of each type

● Data collection techniques:

Data Collection Techniques
Surveys, interviews,
observations, and ● Surveys: Types, design, and
questionnaires implementation
● Interviews: Structured, semi-
structured, and unstructured
● Observations: Participant and
non-participant

Tools for Data Collection

● Tools for data collection
● Questionnaires: Design principles
and examples

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 ● Digital tools and apps for data
collection

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

7. Measurement and Scaling

Techniques
Types of Scales
● Types of scales: Nominal,
● Nominal: Definition and examples
ordinal, interval, and ratio
● Ordinal: Definition and examples
● Interval: Definition and examples
● Ratio: Definition and examples

Validity and Reliability

● Validity and reliability of Collaborative Discussion /
Recitation and Quiz 8
measurement tools ● Definition of validity and reliability Assignments
● Methods for ensuring validity and
reliability in measurements

Designing Questionnaires

● Designing questionnaires
● Tips for creating effective
questionnaires
● Examples of well-designed
questionnaires

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8. Data Processing and Analysis

● Data processing: Editing, Data Processing

coding, and tabulation
● Steps: Editing, coding, tabulation
● Tools and software for data
processing

● Descriptive statistics: Measures

of central tendency and Descriptive Statistics
variability
● Measures of central tendency:
Mean, median, mode Collaborative Discussion /
Recitation and Quiz 9
● Measures of variability: Range, Assignments
variance, standard deviation

● Inferential statistics: Hypothesis

Inferential Statistics
testing, t-tests, chi-square tests
● Hypothesis testing: Concepts and
procedures
● Common tests: t-tests, chi-square
tests
● Examples and interpretation of
results

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 Collaborative Discussion / Recitation and Quiz 10
9. Qualitative Research Methods Assignments

● Characteristics of qualitative Characteristics of Qualitative Research

research
● Differences between qualitative
and quantitative research
● Applications and benefits

● Data collection methods:

Interviews, focus groups, and Data Collection Methods
ethnography
● Interviews: Techniques and
considerations
● Focus Groups: Conducting and
analyzing focus groups
● Ethnography: Key principles and
methods
● Data analysis techniques:
Thematic analysis, coding, and
content analysis
Data Analysis Techniques

● Thematic analysis: Steps and

examples
● Coding: Methods and tools
● Content analysis: Procedures and

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 application

SEMI-FINAL EXAMINATION

10. Writing a Research Proposal

● Components of a research Components of a Research Proposal

proposal
● Title, abstract, introduction,
methodology, literature review,
timeline, budget

● Writing the introduction,

objectives, methodology, and Writing the Introduction and Objectives
literature review Collaborative Discussion /
● Crafting a compelling Recitation and Quiz 11
Assignments
introduction
● Setting clear research objectives

● Budgeting and timeline

planning Methodology and Budgeting

● Detailed explanation of research

methodology section
● Creating a budget and timeline
for research

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11. Research Ethics

● Ethical considerations in Ethical Considerations

research
● Importance of ethics in research
● Ethical issues in various research
contexts

● Informed consent,
confidentiality, and data Informed Consent and Confidentiality
protection Collaborative Discussion /
● Principles of informed consent Recitation and Quiz 12
Assignments
● Maintaining participant
confidentiality

Ethical Approval
● Ethical approval and review
boards ● Process for obtaining ethical
approval
● Role of Institutional Review Boards
(IRBs)

Collaborative Discussion / Recitation and Quiz 13

12. Report Writing and Presentation Assignments

● Structure of a research report Structure of a Research Report

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 ● Sections: Abstract, introduction,
methodology, results, discussion,
conclusion

● Writing the abstract,

Writing the Report
introduction, methodology,
results, and discussion ● Tips for writing each section
● Common pitfalls to avoid

● Referencing styles (APA, MLA,

Chicago, etc.) Referencing Styles

● Overview of APA, MLA, and

Chicago styles
● Examples of in-text citations and
reference lists

Presenting Research Findings

● Presenting research findings

● Techniques for effective

presentation
● Visual aids and slide design tips

FINAL EXAMINATION

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ADDITIONAL OR SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS AND ACTIVITIES SEMI FINAL GRADE
Computer/laptop, TV Monitor, internet connection, videos from YouTube,
Outside-the-classroom activities, Service learning
SeF Av = AvCS + AvQ + PT
COURSE REQUIREMENTS 3
1. Compilation of portfolio entries
2. Accomplished worksheets SFG = MG + 2 (SeFAv)
3. Hardcopy of required reports 3
4. Semester-long project

PERFORMANCE STANDARD (ASSESSMENT CRITERIA)

PRELIMINARY GRADE
FINAL GRADE
PG = AvCS + AvQ + PT
3 Fi Av = AvCS + AvQ + PT
3
MIDTERM GRADE
FG = SFG + 2 (FiAv)
MdT Av = AvCS + AvQ + PT 3
3
SPECIFIC COURSE POLICIES
1. Per College policy, excused/unexcused absences should not exceed 20%
MG = PG + 2 (MdTAv) of the assigned number of hours. More than 20% absences incurred
3 during the semester would mean being dropped from the class roll.

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2. Class attendance is important. Class participation is expected and will form submitted should be done completely solely by the student. In
a part of the final grade. Students are expected to come to all classes cases where a student's report or assignment involves research in
and be on time. Roll will be checked each class meeting. Classes missed outside sources or information, the student must carefully
for legitimate reasons, such as illness, temporary duty, are excusable; acknowledge exactly what, where and how he/she has utilized the
however, the student must make up for the missed work by completing sources or information.
class exercise sheets and attending alternate activities. 6. Cheating during examinations is never condoned and allowed! Students
3. Students are required to read all assigned materials prior to class and be caught cheating in any form will have their papers confiscated and will be
prepared to discuss them and apply them to problem solving situations sent out of the examination room and not allowed to retake the exam
presented in class. anymore.
4. In this course you are encouraged to discuss problems with your peers 7. Make up policy: Students who are unavoidably absent from an
and to seek help from others in understanding the topic. Material examination (long exams or major exams) or recitation must submit an
submitted for grading should be the synthesis of your own ideas and the excuse letter duly signed by any of his/her parents before he/she can take
input (lectures) you have received. Instances discovered of UNFAIR the missed examination. If the cause of the absence is illness, then the
ADVANTAGE being taken of any other individual or group will result in a student must present a medical certificate. Quizzes and exercises missed
loss of grade substance. because of valid absences will be prorated.
5. Plagiarism: All academic work submitted by students, written or 8.Quizzes are unannounced while long exams are announced.
otherwise, is expected to be the result of their own independent thought Strictly no make-up exams on quizzes, long exams and term exams
and research. In cases where students submit work professing to be their unless an excuse slip or certification is shown.
own, but uses the ideas, organization, wording or anything else from 9. Students are required to submit course requirements on time to
another source without the appropriate acknowledgment, then the avoid deductions of points.
student(s) is/are guilty of plagiarism.
a. Students may discuss assignments among themselves or with a Other course policies are stated in The Student Handbook under Policy on
professor or tutor, but the actual work/report/result to be Class Attendance (*The Student Handbook, page 14)

REVISION AND APPROVAL NOTATION

NAME POSITION/DESIGNATION SIGNATURE DATE

Last Revised by
DEXTER R. DEL ROSARIO, ECE, MBA Instructor 9/25/2024
Last Updated by Instructor
Reviewed by
Endorsed by VINCENT MARCO R. ACHANZER, MsEE College Dean

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Approved by Executive Vice President

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