An introduction to the development of science and technology, its methods, controversies,
and fundamental role in human society. The subject will examine approaches to science,
key figures and their contributions, some of the big ideas of science, and future
trends. It will encourage the development of critical thinking, and the analysis and
interpretation of ideas in science, and will provide an outstanding foundation for
all students to become future change-makers regardless of their academic discipline.
Availabilities
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Townsville,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 28-Mar-2019 |
Coordinator: |
Mrs Heather Robson, Dr Robin Rodd, Professor Ian Atkinson |
Lecturers: |
Professor Martin Nakata, Professor Stephen Williams, Professor Helene Marsh, Mrs Heather Robson, Dr Anne Swinbourne, Dr Robin Rodd, Assoc. Professor Simon Foale, Professor Ian Atkinson. |
Contact hours: |
- 27 hours lectures
- 11 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
quizzes or tests (40%); presentations (20%); (30%); assignments (10%). |
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Cairns,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 28-Mar-2019 |
Coordinator: |
Assoc. Professor Lori Lach |
Lecturers: |
Professor Martin Nakata, Professor Helene Marsh, Mrs Heather Robson, Dr Anne Swinbourne, Dr Robin Rodd, Assoc. Professor Simon Foale, Professor William Laurance, Assoc. Professor Lori Lach, Professor Ian Atkinson. |
Contact hours: |
- 27 hours lectures
- 11 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
quizzes or tests (40%); presentations (20%); (30%); assignments (10%). |
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