Scribd
Upload
3 views3 pages

Research Methods Lecture Notes

The Research Methods course covers scientific investigation techniques in food science, introducing key concepts such as the definition and characteristics of research. It outlines various types of research, the research process, research design, data collection methods, and data analysis techniques. The course emphasizes both qualitative and quantitative approaches, including experimental designs and statistical methods for data interpretation.

Uploaded by

jisolomon347
Copyright
© All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
3 views3 pages

Research Methods Lecture Notes

The Research Methods course covers scientific investigation techniques in food science, introducing key concepts such as the definition and characteristics of research. It outlines various types of research, the research process, research design, data collection methods, and data analysis techniques. The course emphasizes both qualitative and quantitative approaches, including experimental designs and statistical methods for data interpretation.

Uploaded by

jisolomon347
Copyright
© All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd

RESEARCH METHODS

Course Description

Research Methods introduces scientific investigation techniques used in food science and
related disciplines.

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH

Definition of Research

Systematic investigation aimed at discovering new knowledge.

Characteristics

• Objective

• Empirical

• Systematic

• Replicable

MODULE 2: TYPES OF RESEARCH

Basic Research

Expands knowledge.

Applied Research

Solves practical problems.

Experimental Research

Involves manipulation of variables.

Survey Research

Uses questionnaires/interviews.

MODULE 3: RESEARCH PROCESS

1. Identification of problem
2. Literature review

3. Formulation of objectives

4. Hypothesis development

5. Research design

6. Data collection

7. Data analysis

8. Conclusion and recommendations

MODULE 4: RESEARCH DESIGN

Experimental Design

• Completely randomized design

• Randomized block design

• Factorial design

Sampling Techniques

Probability Sampling

• Random sampling

• Stratified sampling

Non-probability Sampling

• Purposive sampling

• Convenience sampling

MODULE 5: DATA COLLECTION METHODS

Primary Data

• Observation

• Interviews

• Questionnaires
Secondary Data

• Journals

• Textbooks

• Government publications

MODULE 6: DATA ANALYSIS

Descriptive Statistics

• Mean

• Median

• Mode

Inferential Statistics

• t-test

• ANOVA

• Correlation

Presentation of Data

• Tables

• Charts

• Graphs

You might also like