Exploring Science and Environment (ENST10005)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Dookie)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject will introduce students to how science is undertaken in practice. Students will explore the fundamental concepts of the major scientific disciplines of chemistry, biology, physics and geology and their relationship with the environment. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of science for sustainable development and management of the environment.
The subject will draw on content covered in the other subjects offered as part of the Diploma in General Studies Extended program to apply scientific theories and concepts to a range of real-life situations in order to utilise and reinforce concepts presented as part of the subject.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- identify, define and analyse problems using appropriate scientific method to form and test hypotheses and use appropriate problem-solving techniques
- understand the basis of matter (atoms and molecules) and the Organisation of matter at an atomic level, within living organisms and their environment
- understand types of energy and relevance to the environment; mechanical and thermal energy transfers and transformations, behaviour of light and other electromagnetic radiation
- understand the basics of Australian geology and soil types and the impact of climate and weather using a systems thinking approach
- explain interactions of living things with their environment, the cycling of energy through living systems and their environment
- explain the impact of the changing environment on living things, selection, speciation and evolution
- undertake basic scientific experiments and write a scientific report using conventional formats including tables and graphs
- demonstrate laboratory skills used for chemistry and biology, including an understanding of general laboratory safety procedures
Generic skills
- Problem solving Skills: the ability to utilise scientific principles and applications to develop relevant solutions and communicate them both in written and oral formats;
- Analytical Skills: the capacity for independent thought critical through and inquiry
- Collaborative skills: the ability to work in a team
- Time management skills: the ability to meet regular deadlines while balancing competing commitments
Last updated: 21 February 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 21 February 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Six assignments due fortnightly. Including writing up class activities, practical reports and field work worth 5 % each
| Throughout the semester | 30% |
Mid Semester Test
| Mid semester | 20% |
Written assignment
| Week 10 | 10% |
Examination
| During the examination period | 40% |
| Hurdle requirement: 80% attendance and regular participation | N/A |
Last updated: 21 February 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Mode of delivery On Campus (Dookie) Contact hours 2 hours of lectures per week 2 hours of tutorials/workshops per week 6 x 3 hour practicals/fieldtrip Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025
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Last updated: 21 February 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 21 February 2025