This course seeks to equip students with the understanding of research.  Emphasis is placed on practical application of the basic research techniques such as identification of a research problem, construction of research topic and problem statement, development of hypotheses, reviewing of relevant literature, sample and sampling techniques, development and validation of research instruments, data collection and analysis, writing of the research proposal, conducting research as well as writing the research project.  Methods of citation of references and bibliographic styles will be emphasized.