VITICULT 4010AWT - Honours Viticulture and Oenology Part 1

Waite Campus - Semester 2 - 2016

This course comprises a substantial research project of the student's choosing on a topic related to either viticulture or wine-related research. Students will be assessed through individual presentations, preparation of a literature review and research proposal, capacity of independent research and the ability to distil research findings in a final thesis document. The thesis will be examined and then defended by the student.

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Course Details

Course Code	VITICULT 4010AWT
Course	Honours Viticulture and Oenology Part 1
Coordinating Unit	School of Agriculture, Food and Wine
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Waite Campus
Contact	Up to 24 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Restrictions	Available to BViti&Oenol students only
Assessment	Seminar presentations, literature review, research proposal and thesis

Course Staff

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Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course students should be able to:

1	Demonstrate an original and critical approach in the assimilation of the current state of knowledge in a particular area of research related to Wine Science.
2	Identify current gaps in our understanding and the future areas for experimental investigation in a particular area of research related to Wine Science.
3	Demonstrate mastery of the basic techniques required for the experimental study of a research question related to Wine Science.
4	Develop a rigorous and methodical approach to the maintenance of laboratory records and the collection, storage and analysis of experimental data.
5	Identify and evaluate a problem and define the important elements required for its solution (appreciating the risks and benefits of alternate approaches).
6	Communicate scientific information clearly and concisely in written and spoken English.
7	Analyse and critically evaluate scientific literature in research related to chosen topics in Plant Science.
8	Synthesise knowledge and ideas into a written argument.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1-5, 7-8
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	1,2,5,6,7,8
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	6-8
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	1-8
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	1-8
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	1-8

Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

The Honours Research Project provides students professional training in a chosen area of specialisation and experience in scientific research. Students will learn new research techniques and broaden their skill base.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

A student enrolled in a X unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average Y hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g., lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).

Learning Activities Summary

The research project will enable students to develop the skills required for the practice of independent scientific research and an appreciation of the scientific method and the application of problem solving strategies in science.
Additionally, students will participate in a series of professional development workshops on: Experimental Design and Data Analysis; Communication Skills; Presentation Skills; and Mentoring and Careers.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Type of assessment	Percentage of total assessment for grading purposes	Hurdle Yes or No	Outcomes being assessed / achieved	Approximate Timing of Assessment
Literature Review & Research Proposal	Formative & Summative	15%	No	7-8	May
Research Plan Seminar	Formative	0%	No	1, 2, 6	May
Final Seminar	Formative & summative	10%	No	4-6	October
Thesis	Summative	70%	No	1-6	October
Supervisor Mark	Formative & summative	5%	No	1-6	November

Assessment Detail

Literature Analysis and Research Proposal

Studentswill prepare: (i) a 4000 word literature analysis comprising a critical review of published work related to their project area, to ‘set the scene’ for the development of the aims or hypotheses to be addressed by their project; and (ii) a 1500 word research proposal outlining the project to be conducted. Communication skills and the ability to analyse and critically evaluate
scientific literature will be assessed.

Research Plan Seminar

Students will give 10-12 minute individual presentations providing insight into the research question that is the focus of their Honours year. This will include coverage of the background information underlying this question, clear aims or hypotheses,
the experimental design and a description of the methods to be employed. Students should endeavour to address current controversies in their area, and to give the audience some insight into the main schools of thought, as presented in the literature. 15 minutes are allocated for the first seminar, comprising of a 10-12 minute talk and 3-5 minutes for questions. Although no
formal mark is recorded, presentations will be evaluated and feedback given to students (within one week).

Supervisor Mark

Students’ laboratory and/or field skills will be assessed by their supervisor(s) and a grade awarded based on each student’s understanding of their subject area, skills in scientific communication and degree of initiative and originality.

Final Seminar

Students will give 25 minute individual presentations presenting the results of their research project, to indicate how their work has contributed to a greater understanding of their research area. Presentations should cover the background and aims of the project, experimental design and techniques, the analysis, presentation and interpretation of results, and the discussion and summary of key findings. Presentation skills also form a component of the assessment.

Thesis

Students will prepare a 5000 word thesis in the form of a manuscript to be submitted to a scientific journal and comprising the background and aims of the project, experimental design and techniques, the analysis, presentation and interpretation of results, and the discussion and summary of key findings.
Communication skills and the ability to analyse and interpret experimental data will be assessed.

Submission

If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of 10% of the value of
the assignment for each calendar day that the assignment is late (i.e. weekends count as 2 days), up to a maximum of 50% of the available marks will be applied. This means that an assignment that is 5 days late or more without an approved extension can only receive a maximum of 50% of the marks available for that assignment.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

NOG (No Grade Associated)
Grade	Description
CN	Continuing

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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