STEM Experience unit (KAA316)

Introduction

This unit aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the impact of STEM on society by investigating its role and relevance in a specific experience. Throughout the experience, students will develop their personal and professional skills, collaborating professionally and ethically with colleagues while contributing to problem-solving. Additionally, the unit focuses on preparing students for future work opportunities by evaluating their readiness through reflecting on personal and professional development during the experience. This unit will develop students' ability to work cooperatively, exercise professional judgement, and engage in independent learning, as well as self-reflection and analysis of personal and professional growth.

Summary

Unit name	STEM Experience
Unit code	KAA316
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Sciences and Engineering Office
Discipline	Office of Sciences and Engineering
Coordinator	Professor Tina Acuna
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Learning Outcomes

• Assess the impact of STEM on society by investigating STEMs role and relevance to a specific experience
• Collaborate professionally and ethically with colleagues throughout a STEM experience
• Evaluate ‘readiness’ for future work opportunities by reflecting on personal and professional development during a specific experience

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

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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

Teaching Pattern	Teaching pattern is flexible (equivalent to 13 weeks). Individual pattern of tuition to be determined and agreed to by co-ordinator and student.
Assessment	STEM and Society Portfolio (30%)|STEM and Society Portfolio (Part 2) (30%)|STEM and Society Portfolio (40%)
Timetable	View 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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