Area: | Muresk Institute |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 5 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Guided independent study of a particular topic presented either as a literature review directed towards an agricultural problem or as a minor research project. All projects require study of the relevant literature. Some topics will require knowledge of experimental design, survey techniques and statistical analysis of results. |
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Unit Outcomes: | Upon completion of this unit students will be able to- Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical aspects and conceptual basis of basic research techniques including literature review, research design and analysis. Demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate application of various research design techniques and be able to apply them in data analysis of scientific and agribusiness management problems. Present a research report of appropriate academic merit. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | No prescribed reference |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed text |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Final report 70%, Research proposal 15%, Work diary 15%. This is a grade/mark assessment |
Field of Education: |  50100 Agriculture (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2   |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: |  Informational   | Result Type: |  Grade/Mark |
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Availability
Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | 2004 | Northam Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | 2004 | Northam Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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