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STEM Experience unit (KAA206)

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Enrolment in this unit is by special arrangement and is normally used for one-off approved study activities undertaken by cohorts of students.

Introduction

The unit will enable students to develop a sound understanding of the role, relevance and application of STEM to organisations, environments and communities through problem solving and directed tasks. The STEM experience provides an opportunity for students to gain experience and demonstrate personal and professional responsibility, including self-motivation and independent learning, working cooperatively and respectfully with colleagues, and exercising professional judgement within relevant codes of ethics.

Summary

Unit name STEM Experience
Unit code KAA206
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
Sciences and Engineering Office
Discipline Office of Sciences and Engineering
Coordinator Professor Sebastien Meffre
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the role and relevance of science in society.
  • Demonstrate the application of knowledge in at least one STEM disciplinary area.
  • Communicate scientific information, or arguments, to a range of audiences.
  • Demonstrate being an independent and self-directed learner.
  • Working effectively, responsibly and safely in an individual or team context and personally practicing ethical conduct.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
not applicable

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

AssessmentPlanning for a STEM experience (20%)|Reflecting on STEM experience (40%)|Undertaking STEM experience (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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