SC1022 - Essential Science
Credit points: |
3 |
Year: |
2021 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
2
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Administered by: |
Division of Tropical Environments & Societies |
Available to Diploma of Higher Education and Bachelor of Nursing Science (IHCAP) students
only.
Essential Science is an interdisciplinary science subject wherein you will
develop knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes required
for active participation in the 21st century. You will examine the role and relevance
of science in society by exploring relevant and important issues that integrate science
disciplines and link with technology. In this subject, you will have the opportunity
to develop investigative skills through devising and implementing investigations;
inquire and determine answers about natural or scientific phenomena; express positions
that are scientifically informed; evaluate the validity of conclusions drawn by others
about scientific matters; and reflect on the factors that influence the development
of scientific knowledge. This subject will supplement student learning in the recognised
science disciplines of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Earth Science and prepare students
for foundational science for study in the health disciplines.
Learning Outcomes
- devise and implement investigations using appropriate methods, techniques and equipment;
work responsibly and safely in scientific contexts;
- collect, accurately record, interpret and draw conclusions from primary and secondary
data;
- communicate information and ideas using scientific convention and terminology;
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of foundational concepts and processes integral
to the science disciplines of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Earth Science.
Subject Assessment
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (30%) - Individual
- Written > Poster - (15%) - Individual
- Written > Research report - (25%) - Individual
- Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (30%) - Individual.
Assumed Knowledge:
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Some prior use of computers. |
Availabilities
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Townsville,
Internal,
Study Period 1
|
Census Date 25-Mar-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Carol Conway |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 26 hours practicals - 1 x 2 hour practical in a laboratory
- 26 hours - 1 x 2 hour lecture/tutorial (lectorial)
- assessment and self-directed study
|
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Townsville,
Internal,
Study Period 2
|
Census Date 26-Aug-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Carol Conway |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 26 hours practicals - 1 x 2 hour practical in a laboratory
- 26 hours - 1 x 2 hour lecture/tutorial (lectorial)
- assessment and self-directed study
|
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|
External,
Study Period 1
|
Census Date 25-Mar-2021 |
Workload expectations: |
- 130 hours online content - Online engagement
|
Method of Delivery: |
WWW - LearnJCU |
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External,
Study Period 2
|
Census Date 26-Aug-2021 |
Workload expectations: |
- 130 hours online content - Online engagement
|
Method of Delivery: |
WWW - LearnJCU |
|
|
Cairns,
Internal,
Study Period 1
|
Census Date 25-Mar-2021 |
Coord/Lect: |
Dr Carol Conway. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 26 hours practicals - 1 x 2 hour practical in a laboratory
- 26 hours - 1 x 2 hour lecture/tutorial (lectorial)
- assessment and self-directed study
|
|
|
Cairns,
Internal,
Study Period 2
|
Census Date 26-Aug-2021 |
Coord/Lect: |
Dr Carol Conway. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 26 hours practicals - 1 x 2 hour practical in a laboratory
- 26 hours - 1 x 2 hour lecture/tutorial (lectorial)
- assessment and self-directed study
|
|
|
Note:
Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process,
and in case
of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest
official information.