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Scientific Skills and Communication
Undergraduate | RMI-SCB100 | 2022
Course information for 2022 intake
View information for 2023 course intakePrepare for a professional scientific career. Write and communicate using a range of suitable language, tools and science protocols. Work responsibly and safely. Explain the role and relevance of science in society. Gain practical study skills.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Prior study needed
- Duration
- 13 weeks
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Scientific Skills and Communication
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- state and apply the main tenets of the scientific method (hypothesis, experimental observations, analysis of data, evaluation relative to hypothesis);
- use computer applications for word-processing, spreadsheets, graphics, presentations and databases;
- understand the main methods of communication used in the disciplines;
- know and use common scientific information services, including library catalogues and computer-based services, e.g. databases of current literature;
- conduct an experiment and write a scientific report using conventional format, including presentation in tables and graphs;
- construct a critical literature review in conventional format, including location of material in recent literature, referencing and formatting;
- prepare a presentation on the basis of this material using PowerPoint, including constructing a laboratory report and a critical literature review;
- state and apply legal requirements of regulations governing occupational health and safety in the sciences;
- state and apply legal and moral responsibilities of a graduate in these disciplines.
- SMP - Data presentation
- SMP - Referencing
- SMP - Literature Reviews and presentations
- SMP - Experimental Design
- SMP - Scientific reports
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
The study and practice of science has its own procedures and protocols as well as an oral, written and visual language. Students entering a scientific profession must be familiar with fundamental skills and knowledge so they can communicate and excel in the sciences. This subject is designed to begin that foundation. It introduces you to health and safety issues, advanced computer and web skills, oral, written and visual communication. The subject will raise your awareness and knowledge of what is needed to work in the sciences, as well as teaching you practical skills that will support further study.
This subject is part of the Science Pathway.
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Entry requirements
Others
None, however basic computer competency and English proficiency will be advantageous.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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