AGR211 Applied Studies B (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Agricultural and Horticultural Studies (AGHOR)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
The Applied Studies B subject is offered to provide students the opportunity to undertake project work that allows students to apply theory to practical situations of their choosing. Such project work will normally be an individual piece of applied study negotiated between the student and his/her supervisor. All Applied Studies activities are subject to the approval of the Subject Coordinator. Applied Studies B is offered at Level 2 and activities taken within this subject should reflect the Faculty's expectation of subjects at this level. Level 2 students would be expected to display significant higher order learning such as evaluation and other critical thinking skills.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: AGR211
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to:
- critically analyse a chosen topic area or technology and make recommendations as to the efficiency/effectiveness of that topic area or technology
- evaluate the commercial options that impact on the identified outcomes
- outline and discuss the recommended option/s to be adopted
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Applied studies B will be project based on an applied case study that intends to demonstrate improvement to the present situation or processes. The project will involve an academic facilitator (a School member) nominated by the student and approved by the subject coordinator. The methodology used in the case study should follow the points outlined below: Overview of the case study and present situation Literature review of the situation/technology/focus of improvement Identification of the options available from the literature review Development of an improvement strategy from the options identified
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.