SEB107 Becoming a Contemporary Scientist
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| Unit code: | SEB107 |
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| Credit points: | 6 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
| Availabilities |
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| CSP student contribution | $559 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $2,340 |
| International unit fee | $2,880 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 - 6 Week A 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | SEB107 |
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| Credit points: | 6 |
| Assumed Knowledge: | Nil |
| Coordinators: | Jessica Trofimovs | jessica.trofimovs@qut.edu.au |
Overview
In this unit, you will have the opportunity to explore the concept of contemporary science using solution-focused approaches to understand the problems and challenges of modern scientific inquiry. You will consider how science knowledge and practice from different cultures can provide new insights and perspectives to develop innovative solutions. Importantly you will understand the contributions and integral role of First Nations peoples in the advancement of Australian science and how developing this partnership is critical for scientists in the 21st Century and begin to explore emerging issues regarding Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP).
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the breadth of First Nations Australian Peoples science, and continued contributions to contemporary science and emerging protocols and regulations that guide interactions in 21st century science.
- Conduct a scientific investigation that is respectful of the cultural context of the research site and adheres to the regulatory and ethical standards expected of contemporary scientists.
- Synthesise knowledge from appropriate sources to communicate contemporary scientific concepts, principles and practices in a socially conscious way.
Content
Increasingly, the work of a scientist relies on the ability to understand and work within multicultural and interdisciplinary teams to respond to, or manage, broad and complex challenges. In this unit you will learn about
- The exciting, challenging and changing nature of contemporary science.
- How a contemporary scientist must be open-minded and inclusive, understanding that sourcing knowledge from a broad base of reliable sources such as First Nations histories and cultures, will allow new ideas and solutions to form. This mindset will differentiate you as a modern and adaptable thinker.
- Examples where collaborations and exploration of material culture /practices has resulted in the production of novel solutions/products that have significant contemporary societal impacts.
- The importance of working respectfully, ethically and legally in science e.g., understanding Native title and its implications for scientists; Permissions and protocols for conducting investigations on Country and Place; Laws, Acts and penalties relating to First Nations Australians heritage and artefacts; Implications of biopiracy, UNDRIP and ICIP on the work of the scientist.
Learning Approaches
Using an inquiry-based learning approach, you will participate in authentic hands-on scientific workshops and field activities to experience first-hand contemporary science in action.
As a first-year unit, your learning will be carefully guided and scaffolded by the teaching staff, but you will be expected to develop some self-directed learning capabilities to facilitate your transition from dependent to independent learner across the degree.
Learning in this unit includes weekly pre-recorded lectures, hands-on-workshops, field activities, and a unit communications channel, designed to facilitate communication with your peers and teaching staff outside of scheduled classes. You can expect to spend between 10 - 15 hours per week on average involved in attending all scheduled activities, completing assessment tasks, and undertaking your own independent study to consolidate your learning.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will have a range of opportunities to receive feedback on your learning and progress in this unit including formative in-class, individual or whole-of-class feedback on your work by tutors and peers as well as individual feedback on assessment tasks via a rubric and written feedback. Individual consultations with your tutor can be arranged at a mutually convenient time.
Assessment
Overview
You will be required to undertake two assessment tasks in this unit, which will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to meet the unit learning outcomes. The first task is an individual annotated bibliography. The second task is an individual project based on your field trip experience.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Annotated Bibliography
You are required to prepare an annotated bibliography that includes a variety of primary, secondary and tertiary evidence that can be used as evidence in science. You will need to identify and explain the situations for the appropriate use of different forms of evidence.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Contemporary Science Investigation
In this unit you will have the opportunity to experience a range of activities designed to help you to understand and practice the concept of contemporary science, including collaboration with First Nations Peoples. You will be required to prepare a short report on an investigation that you have undertaken, where you have applied the principles of contemporary science. For this assessment task, you are free to choose the format used to demonstrate your learning. Examples of format might include, but are not restricted to: a newspaper article, blog post, written science report, podcast, video, poster etc.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
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.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
Nil
Resources
There is no required textbook for this unit. All learning materials will be provided via the Canvas site.
Risk Assessment Statement
All commencing FOS students are required to complete the Mandatory Safety Induction.
This unit requires you to participate in field activities. Specific risks and conduct will be communicated to you prior to and during the field activities.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.ST01 Bachelor of Science
- Develop a broad, multidisciplinary understanding of science and a specialised, in-depth knowledge of at least one discipline.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Recognise First Nations Peoples of Australia as the nation’s first scientists, whose knowledge and contributions are valued.
Relates to: ULO1, Contemporary Science Investigation - Use higher order thinking skills to design, plan, and conduct investigations and evaluate data to address scientific questions and challenges.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Practice science in a safe, culturally appropriate, ethical, sustainable, and socially conscious way with a knowledge of relevant concepts, regulatory frameworks and protocols.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Communicate scientific findings, concepts and evidence-based reasoning to diverse audiences using a variety of methods.
Relates to: ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Work autonomously and collaboratively with others in an inclusive and professional manner and use critical reflection for personal and professional growth.
Relates to: ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation
SV02 Bachelor of Science
- Develop a broad, multidisciplinary understanding of science and a specialised, in-depth knowledge of at least one discipline.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Recognise First Nations Peoples of Australia as the nation’s first scientists, whose knowledge and contributions are valued.
Relates to: ULO1, Contemporary Science Investigation - Use higher order thinking skills to design, plan, and conduct investigations and evaluate data to address scientific questions and challenges.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Practice science in a safe, culturally appropriate, ethical, sustainable, and socially conscious way with a knowledge of relevant concepts, regulatory frameworks and protocols.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Communicate scientific findings, concepts and evidence-based reasoning to diverse audiences using a variety of methods.
Relates to: ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Work autonomously and collaboratively with others in an inclusive and professional manner and use critical reflection for personal and professional growth.
Relates to: ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation
Unit Outline: Semester 2 - 6 Week C 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | SEB107 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 6 |
| Assumed Knowledge: | Nil |
| Coordinators: | Patrick Hayman | patrick.hayman@qut.edu.au |
Overview
In this unit, you will have the opportunity to explore the concept of contemporary science using solution-focused approaches to understand the problems and challenges of modern scientific inquiry. You will consider how science knowledge and practice from different cultures can provide new insights and perspectives to develop innovative solutions. Importantly you will understand the contributions and integral role of First Nations peoples in the advancement of Australian science and how developing this partnership is critical for scientists in the 21st Century and begin to explore emerging issues regarding Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP).
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain the breadth of First Nations Australian Peoples science, and continued contributions to contemporary science and emerging protocols and regulations that guide interactions in 21st century science.
- Conduct a scientific investigation that is respectful of the cultural context of the research site and adheres to the regulatory and ethical standards expected of contemporary scientists.
- Synthesise knowledge from appropriate sources to communicate contemporary scientific concepts, principles and practices in a socially conscious way.
Content
Increasingly, the work of a scientist relies on the ability to understand and work within multicultural and interdisciplinary teams to respond to, or manage, broad and complex challenges. In this unit you will learn about
- The exciting, challenging and changing nature of contemporary science.
- How a contemporary scientist must be open-minded and inclusive, understanding that sourcing knowledge from a broad base of reliable sources such as First Nations histories and cultures, will allow new ideas and solutions to form. This mindset will differentiate you as a modern and adaptable thinker.
- Examples where collaborations and exploration of material culture /practices has resulted in the production of novel solutions/products that have significant contemporary societal impacts.
- The importance of working respectfully, ethically and legally in science e.g., understanding Native title and its implications for scientists; Permissions and protocols for conducting investigations on Country and Place; Laws, Acts and penalties relating to First Nations Australians heritage and artefacts; Implications of biopiracy, UNDRIP and ICIP on the work of the scientist.
Learning Approaches
Using an inquiry-based learning approach, you will participate in authentic hands-on scientific workshops and field activities to experience first-hand contemporary science in action.
As a first-year unit, your learning will be carefully guided and scaffolded by the teaching staff, but you will be expected to develop some self-directed learning capabilities to facilitate your transition from dependent to independent learner across the degree.
Learning in this unit includes weekly pre-recorded lectures, hands-on-workshops, field activities, and a unit communications channel, designed to facilitate communication with your peers and teaching staff outside of scheduled classes. You can expect to spend between 10 - 15 hours per week on average involved in attending all scheduled activities, completing assessment tasks, and undertaking your own independent study to consolidate your learning.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will have a range of opportunities to receive feedback on your learning and progress in this unit including formative in-class, individual or whole-of-class feedback on your work by tutors and peers as well as individual feedback on assessment tasks via a rubric and written feedback. Individual consultations with your tutor can be arranged at a mutually convenient time.
Assessment
Overview
You will be required to undertake two assessment tasks in this unit, which will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to meet the unit learning outcomes. The first task is an individual annotated bibliography. The second task is an individual project based on your field trip experience.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Annotated Bibliography
You are required to prepare an annotated bibliography that includes a variety of primary, secondary and tertiary evidence that can be used as evidence in science. You will need to identify and explain the situations for the appropriate use of different forms of evidence.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Contemporary Science Investigation
In this unit you will have the opportunity to experience a range of activities designed to help you to understand and practice the concept of contemporary science, including collaboration with First Nations Peoples. You will be required to prepare a short report on an investigation that you have undertaken, where you have applied the principles of contemporary science. For this assessment task, you are free to choose the format used to demonstrate your learning. Examples of format might include, but are not restricted to: a newspaper article, blog post, written science report, podcast, video, poster etc.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
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.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
Nil
Resources
There is no required textbook for this unit. All learning materials will be provided via the Canvas site.
Risk Assessment Statement
All commencing FOS students are required to complete the Mandatory Safety Induction.
This unit requires you to participate in field activities. Specific risks and conduct will be communicated to you prior to and during the field activities.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.ST01 Bachelor of Science
- Develop a broad, multidisciplinary understanding of science and a specialised, in-depth knowledge of at least one discipline.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Recognise First Nations Peoples of Australia as the nation’s first scientists, whose knowledge and contributions are valued.
Relates to: ULO1, Contemporary Science Investigation - Use higher order thinking skills to design, plan, and conduct investigations and evaluate data to address scientific questions and challenges.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Practice science in a safe, culturally appropriate, ethical, sustainable, and socially conscious way with a knowledge of relevant concepts, regulatory frameworks and protocols.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Communicate scientific findings, concepts and evidence-based reasoning to diverse audiences using a variety of methods.
Relates to: ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Work autonomously and collaboratively with others in an inclusive and professional manner and use critical reflection for personal and professional growth.
Relates to: ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation
SV02 Bachelor of Science
- Develop a broad, multidisciplinary understanding of science and a specialised, in-depth knowledge of at least one discipline.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Recognise First Nations Peoples of Australia as the nation’s first scientists, whose knowledge and contributions are valued.
Relates to: ULO1, Contemporary Science Investigation - Use higher order thinking skills to design, plan, and conduct investigations and evaluate data to address scientific questions and challenges.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Practice science in a safe, culturally appropriate, ethical, sustainable, and socially conscious way with a knowledge of relevant concepts, regulatory frameworks and protocols.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation - Communicate scientific findings, concepts and evidence-based reasoning to diverse audiences using a variety of methods.
Relates to: ULO3, Annotated Bibliography, Contemporary Science Investigation - Work autonomously and collaboratively with others in an inclusive and professional manner and use critical reflection for personal and professional growth.
Relates to: ULO2, Contemporary Science Investigation