Researching literature using different databases
Studies of scientific literature
FHK3003 Literature studies in the own topic 3.0 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2020
Decision to discontinue this course:
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Information for research students about course offerings
The course is given continuously when needs arise.
Course offerings are missing for current or upcoming semesters.
Headings with content from the Course syllabus FHK3003 (Autumn 2012–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The literature course is adapted for PhD students in Technology and health. The student shall gain knowledge and experience in researching literature using different databases, critically examine scientific papers and extract important information.
Students must demonstrate knowledge and understanding regarding:
- finding different databases for scientific literature within fields relevant to the students own research
- research topical literature within a given field by the use of common literature databases
- read scientific papers and efficiently extract information regarding purpose, results, conclusion(s) and method(s)
- evaluate the relevance of a paper within the student own field of research
For the research student should after the course be able to account for, discuss and analyze special literature generated within a well-defined problem area.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Half speed, self-study and ongoing discussions with the supervisor.
Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
Vetenskapliga artiklar inom det egna och närliggande forskningsområdet. Beroende av angivet problemområde. Ett stort antal forskningsartiklar och/eller bokkapitel eller motsvarande litteratur inom ett angivet forskningsområde.
Scientific papers relevant to the study group following the course. Dependent on given problem area. A large number of research articles and/or book chapters or corresponding literature published in the given research field.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
A written report summarizing the literature survey and an oral examination are required.
Other requirements for final grade
Approved written report and passed oral exam.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
Third cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Svein Kleiven, sveink@kth.se, 08-790 6448