SCI 4403 Special Study in Science

STAFFING:

RATIONALE:

This course will allow the student to choose a topic from within any science subdiscipline he/she has studied as an undergraduate, and obtain advanced knowledge by private study. The topic chosen should complement the specific research project the student is simultaneously undertaking.

SYNOPSIS:

The subject matter studied by students taking this course will vary, in order to complement the student's Honours or Graduate Diploma Project. The student will be expected to gain knowledge in a selected field by private study in appropriate libraries. Attendance at seminars both within and outside the University will also be expected.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of a major area of science at a level beyond that normally covered in undergraduate programs;
• complement with advanced background knowledge the Science Project (Honours: SCI4401 and SCI4402, Grad. Dip.: BIO5501 and BIO5502) which each student is undertaking.

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

The supervisor may provide a few key references as a starting point for the student's literature search.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

1.

Due dates for the approved assessment program to be notified by the examiner by the end of Week 3.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   The special study in science area chosen will be assigned after consultation with the examiner and the appropriate Program Coordinator. Students may be directed to a certain science study, or they may be asked to nominate an appropriate study. It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To be advised when the student's Special Study in Science is determined.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   To be advised when the student's Special Study in Science is determined.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be advised when the student's Special Study in Science is determined.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   To be advised when the student's Special Study in Science is determined.
6. Examination information:
   To be determined when the student's Special Study in Science is determined.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   To be determined when the student's Special Study in Science is determined.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES