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Libraries and the Sciences 201
Libraries and the Sciences 201
Module
National Code
State Code
65430
65430
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
34
Description
To provide students with an
understanding of the nature of the
physical and applied sciences and the
resources and services available to
workers in the area.
Develop practical skills in utilising a
range of resources in these areas.
understanding of the nature of the
physical and applied sciences and the
resources and services available to
workers in the area.
Develop practical skills in utilising a
range of resources in these areas.
General notes
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 40%
Examination 60%
Internal Assessment
Investigate and report on (orally and
in writing) a selected area of science
or technology in Australia. Include
reference to areas of employment,
professional associations, resources
and supporting information services
(approximately 2000 words) (objective
2.3). 15%
Compare the services of selected
library and information services
in Western Australia in science and
technology. A written paper (approximately 1000 words) (objective
3.4). 10%
Given five selected requests for
information and resources,
search for and locate information using
manual and on-line
techniques; locate holding libraries,
design acceptable
documentation of search outcomes
(objectives 4.1, 4.2, 4.3). 15%
Examination
One 2 hour written paper
Examination 60%
Internal Assessment
Investigate and report on (orally and
in writing) a selected area of science
or technology in Australia. Include
reference to areas of employment,
professional associations, resources
and supporting information services
(approximately 2000 words) (objective
2.3). 15%
Compare the services of selected
library and information services
in Western Australia in science and
technology. A written paper (approximately 1000 words) (objective
3.4). 10%
Given five selected requests for
information and resources,
search for and locate information using
manual and on-line
techniques; locate holding libraries,
design acceptable
documentation of search outcomes
(objectives 4.1, 4.2, 4.3). 15%
Examination
One 2 hour written paper
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses