EEE 400
Thesis
Offered to: UndergraduateEEE 400 - Thesis
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Course Content (As approved by the Academic Council)
The students will perform experimental and/or theoretical investigation of a research topic related to electrical and electronic engineering discipline Students will attend seminars, review research literature and related contemporary aspects of the topic, identify problem, formulate a proposal to solve a specific problem related to the topic, interpret data, and analyze the problem using first principles of mathematical, natural or engineering sciences. Students will conduct investigations of the problem using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions. Students will understand and adhere to professional ethics and ethical principles of research. The students will be required to present a progress report at the end of the first semester, and present and submit a thesis at the end of the work.
Course Objectives
- To perform experimental and/or theoretical investigation of a research topic
- To review research literature and related contemporary aspects of the topic,
- To identify, formulate a proposal to solve a specific problem related to the topic, interpret data, and analyze the problem using first principles of mathematical, natural or engineering sciences
- To conduct investigations of the problem using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions
- To attend seminars and communicate effectively with oral presentation and detailed thesis report
- To understand and adhere to professional ethics and ethical principles of research
Knowledge required
Fundamental understanding of concepts of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Different concepts, tools and software specific to the research problem
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, students will be able to
| CO No. | CO Statement | Corresponding PO(s)* | Domains and Taxonomy level(s)** | Delivery Method(s) and Activity(-ies) | Assessment Tool(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO1 | Identify, formulate, research literature, interpret data, and analyze problems using principles of mathematical, natural and engineering sciences | PO(b) | -- | Thesis Book Thesis Presentation | |
| CO2 | Investigate of problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions. | PO(d) | Thesis Book Thesis Presentation | ||
| CO3 | Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to solve research problems | PO(a) | Thesis Book Thesis Presentation | ||
| CO4 | Demonstrate adherence to professional ethics and ethical principles of research | PO(h) | C5 | -- | Thesis Book |
| CO5 | Communicate effectively with oral presentation and detailed thesis report | PO(j) | A2 | -- | Thesis Book Thesis Presentation |
| CO6 | Research contemporary aspects related to the problem and topic through detailed literature review and understand | PO(l) | P6 | - | Thesis Book Thesis Presentation |
*Cognitive Domain Taxonomy Levels: C1 – Knowledge, C2 – Comprehension, C3 – Application, C4 – Analysis, C5 – Synthesis, C6 – Evaluation, Affective Domain Taxonomy Levels: A1: Receive; A2: Respond; A3: Value (demonstrate); A4: Organize; A5: Characterize; Psychomotor Domain Taxonomy Levels: P1: Perception; P2: Set; P3: Guided Response; P4: Mechanism; P5: Complex Overt Response; P6: Adaptation; P7: Organization
Program Outcomes (PO): PO(a) Engineering Knowledge, PO(b) Problem Analysis, PO(c) Design/development Solution, PO(d) Investigation,
PO(e) Modern tool usage, PO(f) The Engineer and Society, PO(g) Environment and sustainability, PO(h) Ethics, PO(i) Individual work and team work,
PO(j). Communication, PO(k) Project management and finance, PO**(l)** Life-long Learning
* For details of program outcome (PO) statements, please see the departmental website or course curriculum
Mapping of Knowledge Profile, Complex Engineering Problem Solving and Complex Engineering Activities
| K1 | K2 | K3 | K4 | K5 | K6 | K7 | K8 | P1 | P2 | P3 | P4 | P5 | P6 | P7 | A1 | A2 | A3 | A4 | A5 |
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Lecture Plan
Weekly meeting and discussion with Supervisor regarding thesis
Mandatory attendance of at least 3 technical/professional development seminars throughout the semester
| Timeline | Milestone | CO | PO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester I: Before Midterm | Attend Seminar on Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research | CO4 | PO(h) |
| Semester I: Week after Midterm | Thesis proposal presentation | CO1 | PO(b) |
| CO6 | PO(l) | ||
| Semester I: Final Week | Thesis progress report | CO2 | PO(d) |
| CO3 | PO(a) | ||
| Semester II: Week after Midterm | Thesis progress presentation Thesis draft/outline submission | CO5 | PO(j) |
| Semester II: After Final Exam | Final Thesis presentation Thesis book submission | CO1 | PO(b) |
| CO2 | PO(d) | ||
| CO3 | PO(a) | ||
| CO4 | PO(h) | ||
| CO5 | PO(j) | ||
| CO6 | PO(l) |
Thesis Evaluation and Assessment Policy
- Students will submit initial draft copy of thesis to their respective supervisors by the 14th week of 2nd semester
- Students will submit 3 hard copies of their updated draft thesis to their respective thesis supervisor and external examiners by / before 1 week of the thesis presentation date.
- The supervisor will check plagiarism of the thesis with plagiarism check software
- Examiners will evaluate the draft thesis book and final presentation as per rubric.
Evaluation Rubric
| Course Outcome | Mapped PO | Course Outcome Text as per syllabus | Assessment Criteria | Marks allocation (supervisor) | Marks allocation (external 1) | Marks allocation (external 2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO1 | PO(b) | Identify, formulate, research literature, interpret data, and analyze problems using principles of mathematical, natural and engineering sciences | Introduction chapter of the thesis | 70 | 30 | 30 |
| CO2 | PO(d) | Investigate of problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions. | Methodology, Results and Discussion Chapters of the Thesis | 70 | 30 | 30 |
| CO3 | PO(a) | Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to solve research problems | Thesis progress reports / presentations | 70 | ||
| CO4 | PO(h) | Demonstrate adherence to professional ethics and ethical principles of research | iThenticate report, supervisor assessment | 70 | ||
| CO5 | PO(j) | Communicate effectively with oral presentation and detailed thesis report | Final Presentation, Overall structure of thesis | 70 | 30 | 30 |
| CO6 | PO(l) | Research contemporary aspects related to the problem and topic through detailed literature review and understand | Literature Review, Bibliography, Future work of thesis | 70 |
Mandatory Final Thesis Submission
As per BUGS decision (BUGS Meeting No 11/2023), as a mandatory requirement for graduation, students must submit a hard copy thesis, in approved template, duly signed by their respective supervisors, to the Faculty of EEE library, and submit the acknowledgement slip from the library to their respective advisors. Respective advisors will only forward the application of graduation after the receipt of the acknowledgement slip. Faculty of EEE library will store the thesis for at least 3 years. Such hard copy of thesis will not be publicly uploaded into the website.
Thesis Template and Format
Please see https://eee.buet.ac.bd/academics/undergraduate/thesis-and-project page.
