TOOLS FOR SCIENCE

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Mrs K Christie

Pre-requisites

None

Co-requisites

None

Notes

Assistive technologies may be required for any student who is unable to use a standard keyboard/mouse/computer monitor. Any students wishing to discuss this further should contact the School Disability Co-ordinator.

Overview

• Computing: an introduction to the use of computer systems, including word processing and spreadsheet software.


• Maths: Introduction to 5 important topics in elementary Maths: numbers and their significance; handling formulae; graphing and plotting; modelling; and statistics.


• Physics: foundational knowledge of some fundamental concepts in Physics, including motion and forces, electrical conduction and optics.

Structure

Average of 2 hours lectures and two hours practicals/tutorials per week. These may be distributed unevenly through the half-session, depending on which subject is being delivered.

Assessment

1st Attempt: One 1½-hour multiple-choice examination (60%); continuous assessments (40%): information technology in-class practical test (10%), mathematics test (10%), physics lab (10%), poster (10%).

Resit: One 1½-hour multiple-choice examination (60%); continuous assessments mark carried forwards (40%).

Formative Assessment

During lectures, the Personal Response System and/or other ways of student interaction will be used for formative assessment. Additionally, practical sessions will provide students with practice opportunities and formative assessment.

Feedback

Formative feedback for in-course assessments will be provided in written form. Additionally, formative feedback on performance will be provided informally during practical sessions.