TOOLS FOR SCIENCE

TOOLS FOR SCIENCE
Course Code
KL 107F
Credit Points
15
Course Coordinator
Dr S Middleton

Pre-requisites

None.

Notes

(i) 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.

This course may NOT be included in a graduating curriculum with KL 107S or TS 1001 / TS 1002.

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

This course will be delivered independently through webCT. The two hours of practicals and tutorials will be delivered through an intensive practical weekend.

Assessment

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

Resit: 1 one and a half hour multiple-choice examination (60%); continuous assessments mark carried forwards (40%).

Formative Assessment

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