AS5031 - Special Astronomy Topic A

Credit points:	06
Year:	2007
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
Administered by:	Centre of Astronomy (pre 2009)

Available only to students enrolled in the Master of Astronomy.

This subject will allow students to study a topic not yet specified, and can thus be tailored to the special needs of the student, and can exploit opportunities in the discipline. This is a 6 unit subject that will also allow flexibility in the scheduling of the Doctor of Astronomy degree program. As there is no specified content for this subject the nature of the subject is to be agreed with the Centre for Astronomy, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at JCU.

Learning Outcomes

• learn high level communication skills;
• learn the vocabulary of science and the thinking processes of scientists;
• learn to fully utilise the Internet for learning and research.

Availabilities
External, Study Period 1
Census Date 30-Mar-2007
Coord/Lect:	jc144410, Mr Alex Hons.
Method of Delivery:	WWW - LearnJCU
Assessment:	end of semester exam (40%); essays (30%); assignments (30%).
External, Study Period 2
Census Date 31-Aug-2007
Coord/Lect:	jc144410, Mr Alex Hons.
Method of Delivery:	WWW - LearnJCU
Assessment:	end of semester exam (40%); essays (30%); assignments (30%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.