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EAE2111Introduction to climate science
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From the humid tropics to the polar deserts, Earths diverse array of climates are the result of complex physical, chemical and biological processes and their interactions. This unit provides an introduction to the Earth's climate system...
Semester 1Clayton
MTH2051Introduction to computational mathematics
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When mathematics is used in real-world applications, it almost always involves the use of computers. This unit provides an introduction to numerical methods for solving maths-related problems on computers. Topics covered include error...
Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia
BIO2810Introduction to ecological applications
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This unit introduces you to ecological processes in terrestrial ecosystems. You will gain an understanding of how populations of animals and plants survive and interact in their environments. The unit covers fundamental ecological theories...
Semester 1Malaysia
SCI1800Introduction to environmental sustainability
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Humans have had an enormous impact on the world's resources to such an extent that our survival is in jeopardy. In this unit, you will investigate the potential of recent sustainability research with focus on a science perspective to...
Summer AMalaysia
FST1911Introduction to nutrition
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An introduction to the principles and concepts of nutrition with emphasis on the digestion, absorption, key functions and food sources of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals and vitamins that are applicable to humans. Various factors...
Semester 1Malaysia
SCI1022Introduction to scientific coding
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This unit will teach the fundamental principles of the writing and development of scientific computing code through the completion of practical modules. You will initially complete a compulsory introductory module in which you will learn...
Semester 1Semester 2Clayton
SCI1020Introduction to statistical reasoning
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This unit will introduce to you the principles of data production and the practical application of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to real-world problems in various scientific fields. You will develop skills during...
Semester 1Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia
CHM2181Introduction to the chemistry of energy
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This unit provides foundational knowledge of energy principles and their role in sustainable development. You will explore fundamental energy concepts, energy conversion and storage mechanisms, and the chemistry underlying energy systems....
Semester 1Clayton
EAE2051Introduction to the formation and evolution of planets
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This unit is an introduction to the processes that led to formation of planets in our solar system, and controlled their evolution over the last 4.56 billion years. It starts with aspects of larger scale astronomy to generate a picture of...
Semester 1Clayton
CHM2990Introductory chemical research project
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This course allows you to undertake an introductory research project as part of your second year of study in Chemistry subject to the unit prerequisites and corequisites. The project will be carried out within the School of Chemistry...
Semester 1Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia
SCI3716Laboratory and workplace management
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This unit is designed to introduce intending scientists to the principles of laboratory and workplace management and their obligations as experts and supervisors. It will cover legislation and the responsibilities of both employers and...
Semester 1Malaysia
SCI2716Laboratory safety and risk management
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This unit is designed to introduce aspiring scientists to the principles of laboratory and risk management, with a focus on your responsibilities as future experts and supervisors. It explores key legislative framework and the duties of...
Semester 2Malaysia
EAE3900Landscapes and environments of Hawai'i
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This unit offers an immersive field study experience in Hawai’i. You will explore the unique geological and ecological landscapes of the Hawaiian Islands, gaining hands-on experience and deepening their understanding of earth science and...
Summer AOverseas
BIO1042Life in the environment
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This unit explores the biosphere, environmental conditions and their effects on animals, plants and communities. You will examine the responses of organisms to environmental conditions; interactions between plants and animals;...
Semester 2Clayton
ASP1022Life in the universe: Astrobiology
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This unit focuses on understanding astronomical, geological, chemical, biological and technological conditions necessary for primitive and intelligent life. The topics covered include: stellar and planetary formation, dynamics of planetary...
Semester 2Clayton
BIO1022Life on Earth
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This unit views the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth through the prism of evolutionary theory and in the context of human and environmental health. You will examine how animals and plants, through the agents of gene mutation and...
Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia
MTH2025Linear algebra (Advanced)
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Vector spaces, linear transformations. Determinants, eigenvalue problems. Inner products, symmetric matrices, quadratic forms. Linear functionals and dual spaces. Matrix decompositions, least squares approximation, power method....
Semester 1Clayton
MTH2021Linear algebra with applications
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Vector spaces, linear transformations. Determinants, eigenvalue problems, matrix decompositions. Inner products, least squares approximation. Applications to areas such as coding, economics, graph theory, Markov chains, differential...
Semester 1Clayton
BIO3021Marine biology
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This unit investigates the organisms and the processes that drive marine ecosystems. We deal with the trophic structure of marine ecosystems, including primary and secondary production, microbial loops, food webs and their importance for...
Semester 1Clayton
CHM3180Materials chemistry
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The unit describes the structure, properties and synthesis of biomaterials, macromolecules, and 'smart' inorganic materials, which are designed to carry out a range of sensing or active functions. Includes: biopolymers and...
Semester 2Clayton