SCI3990 Science in action research project
Faculty of Science
SCI3990 Science in action research project is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Summer A, Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Summer A, Semester 1, Semester 2
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before SCI3990
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After SCI3990
No unit lists SCI3990 as a prerequisite in the 2021 handbook.
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Head of School plus students must have approval of project and supervisor prior to enrolment. In addition, students must pass 24 credit points of second level studies with a distinction average including a minimum of 12 credit points in the discipline directly relevant to the project.
PROHIBITION: SCI3739
Overview
An individual research project in a discipline relating to a major area of study, conducted under supervision. Includes critical literature review, experimental design and data analysis, seminar attendance. You must maintain regular contact with supervisor(s) and subject coordinator.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Summer semester A | Malaysia | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Oral presentation20%
- Written report55%
- Supervisor's assessment of project planning, conduct and development25%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Review scientific literature, with particular reference to the identification of key information; access information databases in an efficient manner;
- 2
Practice careful and discriminating information retrieval;
- 3
Present concise oral reports, with a strong emphasis on the provision of good quality audio-visual material;
- 4
Construct clear written reports, both brief and extensive;
- 5
Plan and undertake a minor research or investigative project, and adjust the project progressively as events and results dictate;
- 6
Meet deadlines; conduct an appropriate statistical analysis of results, if appropriate perform the routine measurements and manipulations of a minor scientific project;
- 7
Operate with a significant degree of independence, whilst maintaining an efficient and meaningful dialogue with a project supervisor;
- 8
Act as a constructive member of a seminar audience;
- 9
Interact with others as part of a team in a work environment.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities144 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
Approximately 12 hours per week
Where it fits
SCI3990 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Lee Yee Ying
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Lee Yee Ying
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for SCI3990?
SCI3990 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is SCI3990 offered?
In 2021, SCI3990 runs in Summer A, Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia.
Does SCI3990 have an exam?
No. SCI3990 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include SCI3990?
SCI3990 is part of Applied microbiology, Biotechnology and Tropical environmental biology.