Course code LauZ6120

Credit points 30

Master Thesis IV

Total Hours in Course810

Independent study hours810

Date of course confirmation19.02.2014

Responsible UnitInstitute of Engineering and Energetics

Course developer

author prof.

Dainis Berjoza

Dr. sc. ing.

Prior knowledge

LauZ5139, Master Thesis II

LauZ5152, Master Thesis I

VidE5153, Master Thesis III

LauZP076, Research in Agricultural Engineering

Course abstract

The aim of the study course is to develop a master's thesis in creative scientific cooperation with the scientific adviser in the sphere that is related to the acquired study program and the research direction of the institute. Within the study course, prepares a report and presentation on the research, as well as speaks at an international scientific conference. The Master thesis should show the competences and skills of the Master student in solving engineering problems that are topical for economics and in performing research work.

Learning outcomes and their assessment

1. Knowledge - a master student obtains extended practical and theoretical knowledge and an understanding of the research performed in a related science, the newest research technologies and equipment and their exploitation, and processing of research data and their demonstration.
2. Skills - a master student is skilful in applying the knowledge in elaborating a master thesis: analysis of an analytical situation, assessment and development of a research methodology, creation of new knowledge based on the research performed, summarisation, assessment, and interpretation of the results. A master student is able to defend and scientifically justify his/her own decisions made to solve engineering problems.

3. Competence - a master student can independently perform and analyse engineering calculations of various complexities and extents, conduct experimental and analytical research related to the research topic chosen. Able to prepare a report and a presentation of the research – presentation. Able to speak at a Master's scientific conference - speaking at a conference.

Course Content(Calendar)

1. Performing experiments.
2. Systematization of all research results.
3. Mathematical processing of research results.
4. Evaluation of errors, rejection of results.
5. Analysis of experimental results.
6. Description of experimental equipment and materials used. Description of the experiment program.
7. Finalization of literature analysis.
8. Theoretical part of the work.
9. Finalization of the list of references.
10. Conclusions and proposals.
11. Finalization of the thesis according to the requirements of the methodological instructions. Preparation of work for preliminary defense.
12. Preliminary defense of the work.
13. Elimination of deficiencies in the Master's thesis.
14. Binding and preparation for submission to reviewers.
15. Defense of the work at the relevant MEK meeting.

16. Speaking at the “TF Student and Magistrate Scientific Conference” or similar conference.

Requirements for awarding credit points

Test.
The student presents the work done during the semester at the extended meeting of the institute. Proof of presentation at a scientific conference must be provided.

Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work

Master thesis development and design.
Preparation of presentations for defense of work.
Preparation for scientific conference.

Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes

Successful presentation at the enlarged Institute meeting is required for passing the test.
Speaking at a scientific conference.

Compulsory reading

1. Vārtukapteinis K., Berjoza D., Dukulis I. Metodiskie noteikumi maģistra darbu izstrādāšanai un aizstāvēšanai akadēmiskajā maģistra studiju programmā lauksaimniecības inženierzinātne. [tiešsaiste] Jelgava, 2017. [skatīts 09.09.2019.] Pieejams TF mājas lapā: http://www.tf.llu.lv/sites/tf/files/files/lapas/
Met_nor_magistra_d_2017_0.pdf
2. Kothari C.R. (2012) Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques. 3rd edition. New Age International Pvt Ltd Publishers, 418 p.

3. J. Quirk T. J. (2016) Excel 2016 for Business Statistics: A Guide to Solving Practical Problems (Excel for Statistics). Springer, 260 p.

Further reading

1. Frye C. (2015) Microsoft Excel 2016 Step By Step. Microsoft Press, 544 p.

2. Lambert J. (2015) Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Step By Step. Microsoft Press, 512 p.

Notes

Compulsory course for students of Faculty of Engineering Master study program in Agricultural Engineering