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computation, and experiments either all together or separately by one of these approaches. It is
intended to give research exposure to students.

MINOR COURSES:

Minor I

RM.311 Research Methodology 3+0

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

The primary objective of this course is to introduce:
 Concept of research and research ethics
 The concepts of statistical tools in research.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

This course will enable the students to:
 Understanding of meaning and role of research.
 Understanding of patents and copy rights and provides the understanding of ethical
research.
 Acquires the knowledge to define problems, formulate appropriate and relevant research
questions, formulate hypotheses, test hypotheses using quantitative and qualitative data
 Understanding of appropriate methodology and tools for data collection.
 Acquires the knowledge of appropriate use of statistical and other analytical tools and
techniques.

THEORY (45 Hours)

UNIT-I Introduction (9 Hours)
Meaning of research, purpose of research, research methods scientific methods, experimental
methods, theoretical research, observational methods, survey, questionnaires methods, role of
theory and characteristics of research. Criteria of good research. Philosophy of Science. Logical
reasoning (inductive logic, deductive logic and syllogistic logic).

UNIT-II Ethics in Research (9 Hours)
Need for research design. Types of research: fundamental or pure research, applied research, action
research, experimental research. History of development of science and the influence of
philosophy. Sponsored Research. Ethical Conduct in Science.

UNIT-III Intellectual Property Rights (9 Hours)
Patents and copyrights, General Introduction, Design Patents & copyrights, Patent drafting, patent
claims and specifications, trademarks, trade integrated circuit. Patent Life and Geographical
Boundaries, Utilization of Intellectual Patents, Patent Search, Patent Acts & Rules, Legal Decision
making process, Ownership of Patents, Author & ownership of Copyright, Licensing of
Copyrights, Infringement of Copyrights and patents, Remedies & Actions for Infringement of

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