e - P O R T F O L I O 4.1
By definition, research is a systematic investigation on a specific topic either existing or new for knowledge improvement and facts establishment.
From what I have
learned, the process of research involved defining research problem, reviewing the
literature which includes the concept
and theories, as well as previous research finding, formulating hypotheses, designing
research, collecting data, analysing data, and finally interpret and report.
As my lecturers always
remind us that research is all about philosophy, I am hoping that by learning
courses of research methodology, the principle and theory that I will find out
while doing research will enhance my research skills and even knowledge in
engineering field. On the other hand, I wish that my research will reach the
society to be applicable and beneficial.
There are some ethics
which must be considered in doing research that are honesty, integrity, carefulness,
openness, respect for intellectual property, confidentiality, responsible
publication and mentoring, respect for colleagues, social responsibility,
non-discrimination, competence, legality, animal care, and human subjects
protection.
The most important
student quality in doing research is being proactive. Proactive student will definitely discover and explore more things compare to the other. Apart from that, one
should avoid plagiarism since research should have its own credit and
authenticity.
