UNIVERSITI TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN

FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE
SESSION 201405

Experimental Design
FHSC 1214 Fundamental of Cell Biology

In this activity, you have the chance to design an experiment based on your interest. You
can start with formulating a problem statement. You will then identify and formally
define the variables of interest in this problem, and develop hypotheses that predict the
relationship between these variables. Next, you will determine an experimental design, in
which the predicted relationships will be tested.

Instruction for students:
1. The activity is to be done in group (up to maximum of 4 students). The outcome
of this activity will contribute to the marks in the practical section of your
coursework.

2. Students are encouraged to explore the topic of interest and self-learn. Choose the
topic related to the content of syllabus if possible or to make the activity more
interesting, you may consider choosing any topic in real life.

3. You are strongly encouraged to refer to any book and website. Please make
proper citation.

4. Please be reminded, you do not have to go to the laboratory to test for the problem
you raise and the expected outcomes. This is purely an experimental writing as if
you are drafting a practical manual.

5. Adhere to the following content when you draft your writing:
a) Title
b) Problem statement/introduction/background
c) Objective(s)
d) Variables (if any)
e) Hypothesis
f) Experimental design
g) Expected outcome(s)