306869 v.2 Foundation Program in Engineering and Science

FoundProgEngSc(Curtin)

Introduction

This course is designed to provide foundation studies for students who wish to undertake bachelors degrees in the Division of Engineering and Science. It is particularly suitable for students who have not had an opportunity to advance their knowledge andskills in sciences and mathematics.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Applicants who have had limited educational opportunity are encouraged to apply. Selection is based on an assessment of a personal portfolio and an interview.

Duration and Availability

This course is of one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

A study program is determined by the Academic Coordinator following an interview and an assessment of career option by the student.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

Successful completion of the program will guarantee matriculation to the University but not to any particular course. Entry to courses is a Curtin teaching and school matter and students should be advised of the limitations of some programs.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
306824	v.2		Academic English 061	6.0	25.0
			OR
306825	v.2	*	English Communication 061	4.0	12.5
			OR
307520	v.2	*	Academic Writing 061	4.0	12.5
306835	v.2		Mathematics 063	5.0	25.0
306836	v.2		Critical Thinking 063	1.5	12.5
306837	v.2		Information Technology 061	3.5	12.5
306858	v.2		Physics 063	5.0	12.5
306860	v.2		Chemistry 063	4.0	12.5
					100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
306845	v.2		Academic English 062	9.0	25.0
			OR
306846	v.2	*	English Communication 062	5.0	12.5
			OR
307522	v.2	*	Academic Writing 062	5.0	12.5
306847	v.2		Mathematics 064	5.0	25.0
306848	v.2		Physics 064	5.0	12.5
306853	v.2		Chemistry 064	5.0	12.5
306854	v.2		Information Technology 064	3.0	25.0
					100.0
*	Units to be undertaken concurrently each semester.

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2003	Miri Sarawak Campus	Semester 1	Y	Y
2003	Miri Sarawak Campus	Semester 2	Y	Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

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306869 v.2 Foundation Program in Engineering and Science

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites Applicants who have had limited educational opportunity are encouraged to apply. Selection is based on an assessment of a personal portfolio and an interview.

Duration and Availability This course is of one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation A study program is determined by the Academic Coordinator following an interview and an assessment of career option by the student.

Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note Successful completion of the program will guarantee matriculation to the University but not to any particular course. Entry to courses is a Curtin teaching and school matter and students should be advised of the limitations of some programs.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit