Aims & Objectives
Course Aims
Appreciate scientific study and creativity within a global context through stimulating and challenging opportunities
Acquire a body of knowledge, methods and techniques that characterize science and technology
Apply and use a body of knowledge, methods and techniques that characterize science and technology
Develop an ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize scientific information
Develop a critical awareness of the need for, and the value of, effective collaboration and communication during scientific activities
Develop experimental and investigative scientific skills including the use of current technologies
Develop and apply 21st century communication skills in the study of science
Develop an appreciation of the possibilities and limitations of science and technology
Develop an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines and their influence on other areas of knowledge.
Assessment Objectives
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
a) facts, concepts and terminology
b) methodologies and techniques
c) communicating scientific information
2. Apply:
a) facts, concepts and terminology
b) methodologies and techniques
c) methods of communicating scientific information
3. Formulate, analyse and evaluate:
a) hypotheses, research questions and predictions
b) methodologies and techniques
c) primary and secondary data
d) scientific explanations
4. Demonstrate the appropriate research, experimental, and personal skills necessary to carry out insightful and ethical investigations
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