SCI3990 - Science in action research project - 2017

6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

Undergraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Faculty

Science

Coordinator(s)

Dr Siow Lee Fong (Semester 1)

Dr Lee Wai Leng (Semester 2)

Dr Thoo Yin Yin (Summer)

Unit guides

Offered

Malaysia

  • First semester 2017 (Day)
  • Second semester 2017 (Day)
  • Summer semester A 2017 (Day)

Synopsis

An individual research project in a discipline relating to a major area of study, conducted under supervision. Includes critical literature review, experimental design and data analysis, seminar attendance. Student must maintain regular contact with supervisor(s) and subject coordinator.

Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students will be able to: Review scientific literature, with particular reference to the identification of key information; access information databases in an efficient manner; practice careful and discriminating information retrieval; present concise oral reports, with strong emphasis on the provision of good quality audio-visual material; construct clear written reports, both brief and extensive; plan and undertake a minor research or investigative project, and adjust the project progressively as events and results dictate; meet deadlines; conduct appropriate statistical analysis of results, if appropriate perform the routine measurements and manipulations of a minor scientific project; operate with a significant degree of independence, whilst maintaining efficient and meaningful dialogue with a project supervisor; act as a constructive member of a seminar audience; interact with others as part of a team in a work environment.

Assessment

Oral presentation: 20% + Project report: 55% + Supervisor's assessment of project planning, conduct and development: 25%

Workload requirements

Approximately 12 hours per week

See also Unit timetable information

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Siow Lee Fong (Semester 1)

Dr Lee Wai Leng (Semester 2)

Dr Thoo Yin Yin (Summer)

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Prerequisites

Permission of the Head of School plus students must have approval of project and supervisor prior to enrolment. In addition, students must pass 24 points of second level studies with a distinction average including a minimum of 12 points in the discipline directly relevant to the project.

Prohibitions

SCI3739