School Of Natural SciencesProfessional Skills for ScienceWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300497.2
Discipline: OTHER NATURAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Student Contribution Band: NP
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Basic literacy and numeracy skills (high-school level).
Equivalent Units
300270 - Professional Skills for Science & Technology, HT104A - Plants in Society
About this Unit
In 2012 this unit is replaced with 300811 - Scientific Literacy. This unit is designed to provide students with academic and generic skills required for successful completion of their science-related undergraduate studies and for professional practice. Activities allow students to learn, develop and utilise various academic and interpersonal skills within the wider context of applied scientific principles in society. Activities encourage development of self-confidence, creative thinking, problem solving, group process, communication and peer support. Academic skills include aspects of scientific reading and writing, assignment preparation, gathering scientific information, research and library skills, oral presentation, group work, taking tests and exams, effective personal and class-based learning strategies, peer assessment and online learning.