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ASC307 Critical Reviews in Animal Science (8)
Abstract| This subject will provide the opportunity for students develop skills in the critical reviewing of literature topical for their research and career interests. The context of the literature reviewed may be as broad or as focused as is required to meet the demands of their research project or their course-work speciality. These may include aspects of animal production, conservation biology and wildlife management and the science underpinning these vocations. Skills in oral communication of critiques will be a central focus of the subject |
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictions| Bachelor of Animal Science
Bachelor of Animal Science (Honours)
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to evaluate critically scientific publications in terms of content and experimental design.
- Be able to deliver oral critiques effectively
- Be able to express criticism of publications succinctly in written format.
- Be able to develop from these critiques balanced reviews of the literature on specific subjects
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Training in the development of expression in oral format
- Developing skills in succinct writing
- Training in the critical analysis of scientific literature
- Instruction in the evolution of balanced reviews of the literature on specific topics.
- Critical analysis of specific topics issues relating to animal production, conservation biology and wildlife management.
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
