QCF258 Science 2
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| Unit code: | QCF258 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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Unit Outline: 13 Week Teaching Period - 1 2020, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | QCF258 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | QCF158 |
| Coordinator: | Ruth Mulenga | ruth.mulenga@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Inquiry into the nature of the universe is at the core of all science disciplines. This unit develops an appreciation for a body of scientific knowledge and the process that is undertaken to acquire this knowledge. Studying Chemistry and Physics will help you to better understand the world around you and the impact these disciplines have on society.
In Science 2 you will investigate scientific theories that are fundamental to the understanding of many common observable phenomena. You will further develop your ability to work scientifically which includes refining experiments, verifying scientific relationships, explaining phenomena with justification and evaluating claims by using evidence to support or refute these claims. This unit develops your critical skills to evaluate and make evidence-based decisions about scientific issues.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe, explain and apply understanding of scientific concepts, theories, models and systems and their limitations (CLO1)
- Apply investigative skills to explore phenomena and verify known scientific relationships (CLO1, CLO6)
- Analyse and interpret data to make and evaluate conclusions (CLO2)
- Communicate scientific understanding, findings, arguments and conclusions using appropriate representations, language and genres (CLO3)
Content
Topics include:
Working scientifically
- Measurement and units
- Measurement uncertainty and error
Classical understanding of Chemistry - Chemical fundamentals
- Chemical equilibrium systems
- Acids and bases
- Heating processes
Classical understanding of Physics - Linear motion
- Projectile motion
- Force and motion
- Force and materials
- Circular motion
- Electrical circuits
- Heating processes
Learning Approaches
NOTE: Based on the requirement to move this unit to On-line for this teaching period, some modifications to below have been made.
QCF258 Science 2 engages you in learning through science inquiry. You will develop science inquiry skills while planning, conducting, recording information and reflecting on investigations; processing, analysing and interpreting evidence; evaluating conclusions, processes and claims; and communicating findings.
In this unit, activities will include conducting experimental investigations, exploring related scientific theory and working collaboratively in teams.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
In this unit a feedback process will support your learning and help you develop your work by identifying what you can do well and what you need to improve. Modes of feedback will include results from regular quizzes, teacher comments, peer review and self-reflection.
Assessment
Overview
In QCF258 Science 2 you will do four types of summative assessment: experimental investigations, online quizzes, a research project and an examination. Formative assessment will support your learning by giving you an opportunity to practice tasks and learn from feedback before completing it for marking purposes. Formative assessment will also be applied to classroom tasks to check for completion, understanding and learning progression.
Assignment Submission and Extensions
Assessment items submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked and will receive a grade of 1 or 0%. If special circumstances prevent you from meeting the assessment due date, you can apply for an extension http://www.student.qut.edu.au/studying/assessment/extension. If you don't have an approved extension you should submit the work you have done by the due date and it will be marked against the assessment criteria. QUT's assessment submission requirements reflect the expectations of professional practice where you will need to meet deadlines.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Experimental Investigations
You will conduct one chemistry and one physics experiment and submit your analysis.
Your laboratory skills will continue to develop in this unit through a number of in-class experiments and simulations. These investigations will develop the scientific literacy skills needed to present results, analyse data and draw valid conclusions required in scientific report writing.
Instruction on laboratory safety and technique and guidelines for the assessment outcomes will be given during practical sessions.
Weighting - 30% (15% each)
Length - 2-6 pages
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 2, 3, 4
Assessment: Online quizzes
Two online multiple choice quizzes will test your knowledge, understanding and application of scientific concepts from this unit. You will use higher order thinking skills to reflect on what you have learned and use complex reasoning to answer questions. You will do these quizzes out of class in your own time.
Weighting - 20% (10% each)
Duration - 1 hour
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 3
Assessment: Applied Research Project
This assessment asks you to undertake a research project and communicate the results in a scientific report. You will research a question through collection, analysis and synthesis of primary data. Your findings will be communicated in a scientific report that includes: introduction, results, analysis, conclusion, references
Length - 1000 - 1200 words
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 3, 4
Assessment: Examination (online)
This paper-based examination will test your understanding of scientific concepts from the content topics in this unit.
Short response questions will allow you to show your knowledge of concepts, procedures, skills, critical thinking and problem solving.
Duration - 2.5 hours
Relates to learning outcomes
1
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Risk Assessment Statement
Classes will be conducted in a laboratory. You are required to wear covered in shoes with long hair tied back when working in a laboratory to do experiments. You are also responsible for handling materials and equipment carefully and following the teacher's instructions.
Unit Outline: 13 Week Teaching Period - 2 2020, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | QCF258 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | QCF158 |
| Coordinator: | Ruth Mulenga | ruth.mulenga@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Inquiry into the nature of the universe is at the core of all science disciplines. This unit develops an appreciation for a body of scientific knowledge and the process that is undertaken to acquire this knowledge. Studying Chemistry and Physics will help you to better understand the world around you and the impact these disciplines have on society.
In Science 2 you will investigate scientific theories that are fundamental to the understanding of many common observable phenomena. You will further develop your ability to work scientifically which includes refining experiments, verifying scientific relationships, explaining phenomena with justification and evaluating claims by using evidence to support or refute these claims. This unit develops your critical skills to evaluate and make evidence-based decisions about scientific issues.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe, explain and apply understanding of scientific concepts, theories, models and systems and their limitations (CLO1)
- Apply investigative skills to explore phenomena and verify known scientific relationships (CLO1, CLO6)
- Analyse and interpret data to make and evaluate conclusions (CLO2)
- Communicate scientific understanding, findings, arguments and conclusions using appropriate representations, language and genres (CLO3)
Content
Topics include:
Working scientifically
- Measurement and units
- Measurement uncertainty and error
Classical understanding of Chemistry - Chemical fundamentals
- Chemical equilibrium systems
- Acids and bases
- Heating processes
Classical understanding of Physics - Linear motion
- Projectile motion
- Force and motion
- Force and materials
- Circular motion
- Electrical circuits
- Heating processes
Learning Approaches
NOTE: Based on the requirement to move this unit to On-line for this teaching period, some modifications to below have been made.
QCF258 Science 2 engages you in learning through science inquiry. You will develop science inquiry skills while planning, conducting, recording information and reflecting on investigations; processing, analysing and interpreting evidence; evaluating conclusions, processes and claims; and communicating findings.
In this unit, activities will include conducting experimental investigations, exploring related scientific theory and working collaboratively in teams.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
In this unit a feedback process will support your learning and help you develop your work by identifying what you can do well and what you need to improve. Modes of feedback will include results from regular quizzes, teacher comments, peer review and self-reflection.
Assessment
Overview
In QCF258 Science 2 you will do four types of summative assessment: experimental investigations, online quizzes, a research project and an examination. Formative assessment will support your learning by giving you an opportunity to practice tasks and learn from feedback before completing it for marking purposes. Formative assessment will also be applied to classroom tasks to check for completion, understanding and learning progression.
Assignment Submission and Extensions
Assessment items submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked and will receive a grade of 1 or 0%. If special circumstances prevent you from meeting the assessment due date, you can apply for an extension http://www.student.qut.edu.au/studying/assessment/extension. If you don't have an approved extension you should submit the work you have done by the due date and it will be marked against the assessment criteria. QUT's assessment submission requirements reflect the expectations of professional practice where you will need to meet deadlines.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Experimental Investigations
You will conduct one chemistry and one physics experiment and submit your analysis.
Your laboratory skills will continue to develop in this unit through a number of in-class experiments and simulations. These investigations will develop the scientific literacy skills needed to present results, analyse data and draw valid conclusions required in scientific report writing.
Instruction on laboratory safety and technique and guidelines for the assessment outcomes will be given during practical sessions.
Weighting - 30% (15% each)
Length - 2-6 pages
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 2, 3, 4
Assessment: Online quizzes
Two online multiple choice quizzes will test your knowledge, understanding and application of scientific concepts from this unit. You will use higher order thinking skills to reflect on what you have learned and use complex reasoning to answer questions. You will do these quizzes out of class in your own time.
Weighting - 20% (10% each)
Duration - 1 hour
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 3
Assessment: Applied Research Project
This assessment asks you to undertake a research project and communicate the results in a scientific report. You will research a question through collection, analysis and synthesis of primary data. Your findings will be communicated in a scientific report that includes: introduction, results, analysis, conclusion, references
Length - 1000 - 1200 words
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 3, 4
Assessment: Examination (online)
This paper-based examination will test your understanding of scientific concepts from the content topics in this unit.
Short response questions will allow you to show your knowledge of concepts, procedures, skills, critical thinking and problem solving.
Duration - 2.5 hours
Relates to learning outcomes
1
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Risk Assessment Statement
Classes will be conducted in a laboratory. You are required to wear covered in shoes with long hair tied back when working in a laboratory to do experiments. You are also responsible for handling materials and equipment carefully and following the teacher's instructions.
Unit Outline: 13 Week Teaching Period - 3 2020, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | QCF258 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | QCF158 |
| Coordinator: | Ruth Mulenga | ruth.mulenga@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Inquiry into the nature of the universe is at the core of all science disciplines. This unit develops an appreciation for a body of scientific knowledge and the process that is undertaken to acquire this knowledge. Studying Chemistry and Physics will help you to better understand the world around you and the impact these disciplines have on society.
In Science 2 you will investigate scientific theories that are fundamental to the understanding of many common observable phenomena. You will further develop your ability to work scientifically which includes refining experiments, verifying scientific relationships, explaining phenomena with justification and evaluating claims by using evidence to support or refute these claims. This unit develops your critical skills to evaluate and make evidence-based decisions about scientific issues.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe, explain and apply understanding of scientific concepts, theories, models and systems and their limitations (CLO1)
- Apply investigative skills to explore phenomena and verify known scientific relationships (CLO1, CLO6)
- Analyse and interpret data to make and evaluate conclusions (CLO2)
- Communicate scientific understanding, findings, arguments and conclusions using appropriate representations, language and genres (CLO3)
Content
Topics include:
Working scientifically
- Measurement and units
- Measurement uncertainty and error
Classical understanding of Chemistry
- Chemical fundamentals
- Chemical equilibrium systems
- Acids and bases
- Heating processes
Classical understanding of Physics
- Linear motion
- Projectile motion
- Force and motion
- Force and materials
- Circular motion
- Electrical circuits
- Heating processes
Learning Approaches
QCF258 Science 2 engages you in learning through science inquiry. You will develop science inquiry skills while planning, conducting, recording information and reflecting on investigations; processing, analysing and interpreting evidence; evaluating conclusions, processes and claims; and communicating findings.
In this unit, activities will include conducting experimental investigations, exploring related scientific theory and working collaboratively in teams.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
• Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
• Formal: in writing, such as checklists, rubrics, written commentary
• Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
• Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
In QCF258 Science 2 you will do four types of summative assessment: experimental investigations, online quizzes, a research project and an examination. Formative assessment will support your learning by giving you an opportunity to practice tasks and learn from feedback before completing it for marking purposes. Formative assessment will also be applied to classroom tasks to check for completion, understanding and learning progression.
NOTE: Modification to assessment may be required based on mode of study.
Assignment Submission and Extensions
Assessment items submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked and will receive a grade of 1 or 0%. If special circumstances prevent you from meeting the assessment due date, you can apply for an extension http://www.student.qut.edu.au/studying/assessment/extension. If you don't have an approved extension you should submit the work you have done by the due date and it will be marked against the assessment criteria. QUT's assessment submission requirements reflect the expectations of professional practice where you will need to meet deadlines.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Experimental Investigations
You will conduct one chemistry and one physics experiment and submit your analysis.
Your laboratory skills will continue to develop in this unit through a number of in-class experiments and simulations. These investigations will develop the scientific literacy skills needed to present results, analyse data and draw valid conclusions required in scientific report writing.
Instruction on laboratory safety and technique and guidelines for the assessment outcomes will be given during practical sessions.
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 2, 3, 4
Assessment: Online quizzes
Two online multiple choice quizzes will test your knowledge, understanding and application of scientific concepts from this unit. You will use higher order thinking skills to reflect on what you have learned and use complex reasoning to answer questions. You will do these quizzes out of class in your own time.
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 3
Assessment: Applied Research Project
This assessment asks you to undertake a research project and communicate the results in a scientific report. You will research a question through collection, analysis and synthesis of primary data. Your findings will be communicated in a scientific report that includes: introduction, results, analysis, conclusion, references
Relates to learning outcomes
1, 3, 4
Assessment: Final Examination
This examination will test your understanding of scientific concepts from the content topics in this unit.
Short response questions will allow you to show your knowledge of concepts, procedures, skills, critical thinking and problem solving.
Relates to learning outcomes
1
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Risk Assessment Statement
Classes will be conducted in a laboratory. You are required to wear covered in shoes with long hair tied back when working in a laboratory to do experiments. You are also responsible for handling materials and equipment carefully and following the teacher's instructions.