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1 Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1. Introduction
The primary purpose of the chapter is to provide an overview of the study. This section sets forth the rationale, significance and objectives of the study. It includes details of the background, problem statement, reasons for carrying out the project, and an outline of what the student intend to do. The introduction must also include the following components either separated into sections or integrated into one narrative.
1.2Problem Definition (or Motivation)
The statement of the problem and/or hypothesis presents a focal point in the
research as it clearly states the purpose of the study. You should state specifically what major questions and/or hypothesis are to be studied and/or tested along with all the minor questions to be explored.
If you choose Motivation, you should explain the significant of the study, how it resembles, supports and/or differs from other studies, and how it extends the present knowledge or examines new issues.
1.3Project Objectives
This section presents the objectives that the proposed project is going to achieve. The objectives are the steps in achieving the goal(s) of the project and are usually interrelated, brief and concise, and are also realistic given the time period.
The objectives are the main or specific issues that are being looked at. They must be measurable, either qualitatively or quantitatively and form a guide to the research methodology, data analysis and presentation of results. The number of objectives recommended is three or less. The verbs are appropriate to the subject matter of study.
The following list shows the main objectives of the project:
• To study ...
• To identify ...
• To develop...
1.4Project Scope
Project scope defines the range or extent of the project and helps to establish the boundaries of the intended systems.
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