Caution
Copyright © Monash University 1996
ISBN 1037-0919
Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Note: The School of Applied Science is planning to introduce new, simpler regulations for the Bachelor of Applied Science course in 1996, subject to approval. The existing course structures will continue to be available, but there will be additional flexibility in subject choice. Further information can be obtained from the school.
+ an appreciation of the role of the physical and natural sciences;
+ a commitment to a chosen branch of mathematics or science;
+ a balanced appreciation of community needs;
+ an appreciation of the applications of science and technology;
and these will be achieved by:
+ providing core subjects appropriate to all students of applied science;
+ providing studies which give an overview of the students' role as future professional members of the community so that their expertise can be utilised in a proper social perspective;
+ providing advanced level subjects which present material and modern techniques appropriate to the chosen major study.
The course training in skills, knowledge and attitudes will assist the student in becoming a useful, mature graduate. These will be achieved through experience in:
+ laboratory and independent project activity;
+ coherent expression, both verbally and in written work;
+ exercising judgement in satisfying conflicting interests;
+ cooperating with others in joint activities.
Students will also become skilled in information retrieval, problem solving of an applied nature, and be adaptable to changing needs in knowledge and understanding.
Upon completion of the major in applied chemistry graduates will:
+ understand complex chemical systems;
+ carry out chemical analysis;
+ undertake safely the tasks of a scientific laboratory;
+ understand the role of chemistry and chemicals in natural processes and appreciate the interactions between human activities and the environment;
+ work effectively and efficiently as an individual scientist;
+ cooperate effectively and efficiently as a member of a cross-disciplinary team; and
+ report and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
+ understand basic biological systems;
+ carry out chemical, microbiological and biochemical analyses;
+ understand the role of microorganisms in natural processes and appreciate the interactions between human activities and the environment;
+ participate as an individual or team member in the development of laboratory procedures and projects;
+ communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues and other professionals.
+ develop mathematical knowledge and skills appropriate to careers in secondary mathematics teaching or in commercial, government or scientific enterprises requiring quantitative/logical problem- solving skills;
+ demonstrate an understanding of concepts and techniques of a selection of the major branches or mathematics;
+ apply concepts and techniques of one branch of mathematics to other branches of the discipline or other fields of study such as the physical and natural sciences;
+ appreciate the various aspects of mathematical endeavour including unification of experiences, mathematical modelling, logical and quantitative analysis, deductive reasoning and creative thinking;
+ use appropriate computer software to assist in the analysis of models and computation of solutions.
+ a broad and balanced in-depth understanding of the quantitative techniques used in the modern industrial and business environment;
+ qualities of awareness needed to search out information which is relevant to the decision-making process;
+ skills in communication and the effective preparation and presentation of reports;
+ specialist skills in operations research and information management.
+ understand physical systems;
+ carry out instrumental analysis of materials;
+ use computers, microprocessor-based devices, data loggers, process controllers and other devices to operate instruments and equipment and to collect and process data;
+ be able to critically evaluate scientific instruments and instrument specifications;
+ work effectively and efficiently as an individual or as part of a team in a laboratory and/or field environment;
+ work effectively and efficiently as a key member of a cross-disciplinary team;
+ report and communicate well, both orally and in writing;
+ exercise judgement in satisfying conflicting interests in a physical system or environment;
+ keep abreast of new techniques and developments in the field of work.
Other than the six-point subject GAS1062 (Communication and methods in science) and twelve points of crossdisciplinary studies, a maximum of forty-eight other points of credit at first level may be included.
At least twelve points of credit from the mathematical sciences and computing group must be included in all majors; currently the subjects GCO1811, GCO1812, GCO1815, GCO1831, GCO1832, GAS1601, GAS1613, GAS1614, GAS1615, GAS1621, GAS1631, GAS1711 are available.
The subjects GAS1062 (Communication and methods in science) and GAS2062 (Scientific thought and methods) must be included. Students admitted with advanced standing may be allowed credit for subject GAS1062.
A student undertaking an approved major must include a project based subject as follows:
+ for the applied biology, applied chemistry or applied physics majors, GAS3062 (Applied research project);
+ for the mathematics major, GAS3619 (Mathematics project);
+ for the operations research and information management major, GAS3719 (Operations research project).
Twelve points of crossdisciplinary studies must be included, comprising at least six points from group 1 (science/technology group) and six points from group 2 (business/humanities group). The subjects currently available in the relevant groups are as follows:
+ Group 1: GAS1030
+ Group 2: GAS1501, GAS1502, GBU1001, GBU1101, GBU1103, GBU1201, GBU1302, GBU1401, GBU1501, GEC2013, GSC1201, GSC1202, GSC1401, GSC1402, GSC1503, GSC1504, GSC1801, GCS1901, GSC2806 (with permission) GVA1553, GVA1554, INM1115.
Other subjects may be added from time to time.
+ GAS1186 Biology
+ GAS1281 Chemical science
+ GAS1282 Chemistry
+ GAS1383 Physical science
+ GAS2122 Microbiology
+ GAS2141 Biochemistry
+ GAS2142 Biochemistry
+ GAS2281 Instrumental science
+ GAS2282 Applied chemistry
+ GAS3122 Applied microbiology
+ GAS3141 Applied biochemistry
+ GAS3142 Applied biochemistry
In addition to the general degree requirement of at least twelve points of credit from the computing and mathematical sciences, students are required to ensure that at least three points are from mathematics and three from computing.
+ GAS1282 Chemistry
+ GAS1383 Physical science
plus at least one of:
+ GAS1384 Physics
+ GAS1185 Biological science
+ GAS1186 Biology
+ GAS2252 Chemistry
+ GAS2281 Instrumental science
plus at least one of:
+ GAS2282 Applied chemistry
+ GAS2382 Physical science
+ GAS3252 Chemistry
plus at least two of:
+ GAS3271 Applied chemistry
+ GAS3272 Applied chemistry
+ GAS3381 Physical science
+ GAS3382 Physical science
In addition to the general degree requirement of at least twelve points of credit from the computing and mathematical sciences, students are required to ensure that at least three points are from mathematics and three from computing.
+ GAS1383 Physical science
+ GAS1384 Physics
plus at least one of:
+ GAS1282 Chemistry
+ GAS1185 Biological science
+ GAS1186 Biology
+ GAS2382 Physical science
+ GAS2391 Physics
+ GAS2392 Physics
+ GAS3382 Physical science
+ GAS3391 Applied physics
+ GAS3392 Applied physics
In addition, the applied physics major requires the following supporting subjects:
+ GAS1613 Mathematics 1A
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B
+ GCO1831 Introduction to computers
+ GCO1832 Computer programming 1A
+ GAS1613 Mathematics 1A
+ GAS1614 Discrete mathematics
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B
+ GAS1631 Probability and statistics
+ GAS1711 Introduction to operations research
plus required supporting subjects:
+ GCO1831 Introduction to computers
+ GCO1832 Computer programming 1A
Note: Students planning to take further computing subjects should substitute GCO1811 (Computer programming 1) and GCO1815 (Computer technology) for GCO1831 (Introduction to computers) and GCO1832 (Computer programming 1A).
+ GAS2611 Real analysis
+ GAS2612 Functions of more than one variable
+ GAS2613 Linear algebra
+ GAS2614 Mathematical structures
+ GAS2621 Integral transforms
+ GAS2622 Numerical methods
+ GAS2623 Vector field theory
+ GAS2631 Distributions and inferential techniques
+ GAS2711 Linear programming
+ GAS2713 Applied probability models
+ GAS3611 Philosophy of mathematics
+ GAS3612 Applied modern algebra
+ GAS3613 Complex Analysis
+ GAS3614 Combinatorics
+ GAS3621 Differential equations
+ GAS3622 Mathematical modelling B
+ GAS3631 Applied statistics
+ GAS3632 Statistical inference
+ GAS3711 Simulation
+ GAS3751 Forecasting
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B
+ GAS1631 Probability and statistics
+ GAS1711 Introduction to operations research
+ GCO1831 Introduction to computers
+ GAS2713 Applied probability models
+ GAS2714 Sequential decision models
+ GCO2813 Information systems 2
+ GCO2851 Programming for business applications
+ GCO2852 Business systems
+ GAS3712 Inventory management
+ GAS3751 Forecasting
+ GCO3851 Database management systems
In addition, the operations research and information management major requires the following supporting subjects:
+ GBU1001 Introductory accounting A
+ GBU1101 Introduction to economics
+ GAS1186 Biology (6 points)
+ GAS2141 Biochemistry (6 points)
+ GAS2142 Biochemistry (6 points)
+ GAS3141 Applied biochemistry (6 points)
+ GAS3142 Applied biochemistry (6 points)
Requires subjects GAS1281, GAS1282, GAS1383 and GAS2281 as supporting subjects.
+ GAS1186 Biology (6 points)
+ GAS2121 Microbiology (6 points)
+ GAS2122 Microbiology (6 points)
+ GAS3121 Applied microbiology (6 points)
+ GAS3122 Applied microbiology (6 points)
Requires subject GAS1281 and GAS1282 as supporting subjects.
+ GAS1282 Chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS2251 Chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS2252 Chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS3251 Chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS3252 Chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS1282 Chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS2281 Instrumental science (6 points)
+ GAS2282 Applied chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS3271 Applied chemistry (6 points)
+ GAS3272 Applied chemistry (6 points)
Requires GAS1383 as supporting subject.
+ GCO1812 Computer programming 2 (6 points)
+ GCO1815 Computer technology (6 points)
+ GCO2812 Computer organisation (6 points)
+ GCO2852 Business systems (6 points)
+ GCO3812 Data communications (6 points)
+ GCO3851 Database management systems (6 points)
Requires GAS1614 as a supporting subject.
+ GCO1812 Computer programming 2 (6 points)
+ GCO1815 Computer technology (6 points)
+ GCO2812 Computer organisation (6 points)
+ GCO2814 Operating systems (6 points)
+ GCO3812 Data communications (6 points)
+ GCO3813 Systems programming (6 points)
or
+ GCO3815 Artificial intelligence (6 points)
Requires GAS1614 as a supporting subject
+ GCO1813 Information systems 1 (6 points)
+ GCO2813 Information systems 2 (6 points)
+ GCO2851 Programming for business applications (6 points)
+ GCO3816 Information systems 3 (6 points)
+ GCO3851 Database management systems (6 points)
+ GAS1614 Discrete mathematics (6 points)
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B (6 points)
+ GAS2611 Real analysis (3 points)
+ GAS2612 Functions of more than one variable (3 points)
+ GAS2613 Linear algebra (3 points)
+ GAS2614 Mathematical structures (3 points)
+ GAS3611 Philosophy of mathematics (3 points)
+ GAS3612 Applied modern algebra (3 points)
+ GAS3614 Combinatorics (6 points)
Students may replace either subject GAS3611 or subject GAS3612 by subject GAS3613 (Complex analysis).
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B (6 points)
+ GAS2612 Functions of more than one variable (3 points)
+ GAS2621 Integral transforms (3 points)
+ GAS2622 Numerical methods (3 points)
+ GAS2623 Vector field theory (3 points)
+ GAS2624 Mathematical modelling A (3 points)
+ GAS3621 Differential equations (6 points)
+ GAS3622 Mathematical modelling B (6 points)
Requires subjects GCO1831 and GCO1832 as supporting subjects.
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B (6 points)
+ GAS1631 Probability and statistics (3 points)
+ GAS2613 Linear algebra (3 points)
+ GAS2631 Distributions and inferential techniques (6 points)
+ GAS2713 Applied probability models (3 points)
+ GAS3631 Applied statistics (6 points)
+ GAS3632 Statistical inference (6 points)
Requires subject GCO1831 as a supporting subject.
+ GAS1615 Mathematics 1B (6 points)
+ GAS1631 Probability and statistics (3 points)
+ GAS1711 Introduction to operations research (3 points)
+ GAS2711 Linear programming (6 points)
+ GAS2714 Sequential decision models (6 points)
+ GAS3712 Inventory management (6 points)
+ GAS3751 Forecasting (6 points)
Requires subject GCO1831 as a supporting subject.
+ GAS1384 Physics (6 points)
+ GAS2281 Instrumental science (6 points)
+ GAS2382 Physical science (6 points)
+ GAS3381 Physical science (6 points)
+ GAS3382 Physical science (6 points)
Requires GAS1281 as a supporting subject.
+ GAS1384 Physics (6 points)
+ GAS2391 Physics (6 points)
+ GAS2392 Physics (6 points)
+ GAS3391 Applied physics (6 points)
+ GAS3392 Applied physics (6 points)
+ GAS1502 Introduction to psychology B (6 points)
+ GAS2503 Developmental psychology (6 points)
+ GAS2504 Research methods in psychology I (6 points)
+ GAS2505 Biological psychology (6 points)
+ Two of:
+ GAS3502 Abnormal psychology (6 points)
+ GAS3503 Organisational psychology (6 points)
+ GAS3504 Cognitive psychology (6 points)
+ GAS3505 Research methods in psychology II (6 points)
+ GAS3506 Experimental social psychology (6 points)
+ GAS3509 Experimental psychology: techniques and applications (6 points)
Those intending to proceed to a major in applied biology, applied chemistry or applied physics should take subjects GAS1281, GAS1383, GAS1185 and either GAS1613 or the pair GAS1601/GCO1813 in first semester.
Those whose interests lie in the mathematical sciences including mathematics, statistics, operations research and information management should take subjects GAS1613 and either GCO1831 or the pair GCO1811, GCO1815 in first semester together with subjects from crossdisciplinary studies and the physical and biological sciences (GAS1080, GAS1281, GAS1383, GAS1185 are available).
Students enrolled on a full-time basis are generally advised to attempt twenty-four points of credit each semester.
For most majors and the multidisciplinary program some electives will need to be chosen to make up the 144 points required for the degree. Course counselling is essential. All students are expected to review their course plans at least once a year with the appropriate course adviser.