Class Project I

Introduction of the students to the scientific activity in relation to the various aspects of a scientific research project, namely the collection of information from various sources, the planning and execution of laboratory activities, the analysis of the obtained data as well as the ethical obligations to be respected.

1. Planning and project management
   1. Project planning
   2. Project execution
   3. Project management
   4. Ethical questions
2. Execution of the experimental plan of the project
3. Data organization and analysis
4. Final report

This UC is based on an active teaching-learning methodology, centered on laboratory practice to develop a research project. The development of this project is based on the creativity and autonomy of students who are encouraged to solve the research questions that are initially presented, using various bibliographic research platforms. The treatment of experimental data obtained also involves the use of specific software that allows for adequate statistical treatment.

• Bell, J., (2010) Como realizar um projecto de investigação, Gradiva
• Day, R.A., (2012 ) How to write and publish a scientific paper Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK, 7th Edition.