HORTICUL 4010BWT - Advanced Horticulture (Hons) Pt 2
Waite Campus - Semester 2 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code HORTICUL 4010BWT Course Advanced Horticulture (Hons) Pt 2 Coordinating Unit School of Agriculture, Food and Wine Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s Waite Campus Units 3 Contact Mixed mode - flexible and/or intensive Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Incompatible HORTICUL 4003AWT/BWT Restrictions Available only to students admitted to the relevant Honours program Assessment Exams and/or assignments Course Staff
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Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Analyse and critically evaluate scientific literature in a particular area of research related to Horticulture Science. 2 Synthesise knowledge and ideas into a written argument. 3 Communicate scientific information clearly and concisely in written English. 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) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1-2 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1-2 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 1-3 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1-3 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1-3 -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The Honours Advanced Horticulture Science Course enables students to enhance their knowledge and appreciation of a chosen area of scientific research, through either coursework or specialised written essay.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend approximately 12 to 24 hours on their studies. This includes time spent in lectures and/or time spent reading scientific literature and writing.Learning Activities Summary
This course will enable students to develop their knowledge and appreciation of a chosen area of scientific research, through either coursework or specialised written essay. -
Assessment
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- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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- 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 Task of assessment Percentage of total assessment for grading purposes Hurlde (Yes/No) Learning Outcome Essay Summative 100%
No 1-3 Assessment Detail
Essay
Students will prepare a 4500 word essay on a topic of their choice (that is not directly related to their research project). The essay should provide evidence of critical thought and argument. Communication skills and the ability to analyse and critically evaluate knowledge and ideas 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:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending 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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