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SCI6101 Science in Practice

Semester 2, 2023 Online
Units : 1
School or Department : School of Mathematics, Physics & Computing
Grading basis : Graded
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Overview

In the practice of Science today, it is an unfortunate fact that not all published scientific research is reliable and/or scientifically sound. The ability to evaluate the quality of scientific literature when using it to undertake one鈥檚 own research, is vital. This independently driven course aims to enable students to develop this skill through critical analysis, reflection, and synthesis of complex information, problems, concepts and theories, consistent with the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework.

This course provides the opportunity for a student to develop skills required to put Science into practice in their chosen science study area. These skills include the ability to critically evaluate scientific literature, synthesise information specific to the student's area of study, and reflect on the student's own scientific practices. Typically, the course will frame the development of these skills specifically to the student's area of study, however, the area of study must be approved by the course examiner via discussion on the course 精东传媒appDesk forum. On completion of this course, students are expected to have gained skills in a body of knowledge or practice to independently analyse critically, reflect on, and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories with respect to today's practice of Science.

Course learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course students should be able to:

  1. Evaluate relevant scientific literature using critical analysis in an approved science study area.
  2. Interpret and transmit information specific to an approved science study area.
  3. Demonstrate professional knowledge and skills in an approved science study area.
  4. Reflect on own scientific practices in an approved science study area.

Topics

Description Weighting(%)
1. No specific topics are listed as the content of the course may vary from student to student. 100.00

Text and materials required to be purchased or accessed

There are no texts or materials required for this course.

Student workload expectations

To do well in this subject, students are expected to commit approximately 10 hours per week including class contact hours, independent study, and all assessment tasks. If you are undertaking additional activities, which may include placements and residential schools, the weekly workload hours may vary.

Assessment details

Approach Type Description Group
Assessment
Weighting (%) Course learning outcomes
Assignments Written Planning document No 30 2,3
Assignments Written Critique (written) No 40 1,2,3
Assignments Written Reflection (personal/clinical) No 30 2,3,4
Date printed 9 February 2024