Research Method I

At the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. know the role of research in environmental management and ways to undertake research; 2. learn how to formulate aim and objectives of a research project; 3. learn the basic scientific approach to Environmental research; and 4. know the basic quantification and classification in environmental management research.

Identifying potential research areas. Literature review: elements, structure, and importance Formulating aims and objectives. Types and sources of data for research in Environmental management: Past projects records; Surveys; Laboratory investigations. Understanding of the role of research in Environmental Management and ways to undertake research. Current methodology of Environmental management research, including: recent paradigm shifts within scientific approach to Environmental research, quantification and classification in Environmental management; theories and models in Environmental management.