edu0scf science foundations

SCIENCE FOUNDATIONS

EDU0SCF

2014

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

Science Foundations aims to develop the knowledge and skills required for future study in general university programs including Nursing and Allied Health, Education and undergraduate Science degrees. It introduces students to the Scientific Method as a process for experimentation and research. The subject is organised into four modules: Chemistry, Biology, Practical Science and Human Systems. Each module draws upon and reinforces conceptual understandings from the earlier modules. Learning occurs through laboratory experimentation as well as classroom activities. Assessments are based on cumulative development of knowledge and include online quizzes, a written report, an oral presentation and two examinations.

FacultyFaculty of Education

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo

Subject year levelYear Level 0 - Enabling Program

Exchange StudentsNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Must be enrolled in course (ETEPB or ETEPM or ETEPS or ETEPWor ETEPK) Tertiary Enabling Program

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsBiology: an Australian Focus 4th edRecommendedLadiges, P. & Knox, B. (2013)MCGRAW-HILL, NORTH RYDE
ReadingsConcepts in Biology 14th edRecommendedEnger, E. & Ross, F. (2011)MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION. NY
ReadingsIntroductory Chemistry: A Foundation 7th edRecommendedZumdahl, S. & DeCoste, D. (2011)UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS PRESS

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Week 08-26, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Laboratory Class
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.

Lecture
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10

Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Week 30-50, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 46
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10

Bendigo, 2014, Week 08-26, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Lecture
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.

Laboratory Class
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10

Bendigo, 2014, Week 30-50, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentNo

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 46
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10

Broadmeadows, 2014, Week 30-50, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentNo

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 46
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10

Mildura, 2014, Week 30-50, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentNo

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 46
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10

Shepparton, 2014, Week 30-50, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentNo

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer

Class requirements

Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 46
One 3.0 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%
Group presentation10
One 1 hour exam20
One 1.5 hour exam30
Open book test5
Out of class assignments25
Weekly online quizzes10