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IKP103 Introduction to Science (8)
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This subject provides students with an introduction to science, scientific principles, language and reasoning. It explores the historical development of science as a Western discipline and the ways in which science has influenced social values and ways of life and knowing over time. It examines the nature of pseudo-science and its historical application to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures and knowledges. This subject will also explore scientific principles as they apply to Indigenous Australian cultural practices. |
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Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: IKP103
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Indigenous Australian Studies |
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Enrolment restrictions
This subject is only available to students enrolled in the Diploma of Indigenous and General Studies.
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to
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show an appreciation of the difference between scientific and general knowledge as well as between science and pseudo-science.
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demonstrate an understanding of the role of the scientific community in the workings of science, the elements of scientific language and logical reasoning in science.
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demonstrate understanding and knowledge of what constitutes scientifically valid evidence and how it is obtained
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engage proactively with issues related to public perception of science and scientific ethics
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show an appreciation of how science influences social values and vice versa.
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knowledge and understanding of the history of the relationship between pseudo-science and Indigenous Australians.
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demonstrate knowledge of the scientific underpinnings of traditional Indigenous cultural practices and ways of knowing.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
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The role of the scientific community and routes to scientific discovery
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Universal characteristics of science and the cycle of scientific activity
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Elements of scientific language (law, theory, hypothesis, metaphor) and principles of critical thinking
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Pseudo-science and its relationship to Indigenous Australians.
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Principles of scientific evidence assessment and experimental design
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The analysis of scientific knowledge and the idea of reductionism
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Relationship between science and values and ethical problems associated with science
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Historical origins of modern science.
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Scientific underpinnings of traditional Indigenous cultural practices and ways of knowing.
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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.
