NATS 0019 Scientific Method (WSTC)
Credit Points 5
Legacy Code 900038
Coordinator Virginia Shepherd Opens in new window
Description The unit Scientific Method is designed to encourage those intending tertiary study in science and computing to use their knowledge of science and technology, together with strategies of design, to solve practical and ideological problems.
School Western Sydney The College
Discipline Natural and Physical Sciences, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 5cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 0 Preparatory subject
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project: (a) Presentation | 10 | N | Individual | |
| Project: (b) Design Draft | 5 | N | Individual | |
| Project: (c) Report | 20 | N | Individual | |
| Mid-term test | 45 minutes | 25 | N | Individual |
| Final examination | 2 hours | 40 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods