Module Outline

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Analyse science in the community

Analyse science in the community

Module
National Code
VU23852
State Code
BA561
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2025
Field of Education
120199 - General Education Programmes, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills to critically evaluate scientific methodology and issues in the community. It requires the ability to plan, conduct and present an investigation of an issue of scientific interest, including the issue’s scientific basis, and analyse its impact on the community or self.

This unit applies to learners wishing to improve their educational and vocational participation options in the science field.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Plan an investigation of an issue of scientific interest
  • 1.1 Identify an issue of scientific interest which has contributed to the community or personal experience
  • 1.2 Select investigation methods and confirm with a relevant person
  • 1.3 Develop a plan to investigate the issue and confirm with a relevant person
Analyse the impact of the issue
  • 2.1 Research the area of science which underpins the issue
  • 2.2 Examine factors which have an impact on the research and development of the issue
  • 2.3 Analyse the impact of the issue on the community or personal experience
  • 2.4 Record the results of the investigation using appropriate scientific terminology
Report on the investigation
  • 3.1 Present the findings of the investigation
  • 3.2 Discuss the findings of the investigation using appropriate scientific terminology
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AX574 VU22447 Analyse science in the community Unit of competency
Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHE24 22692VIC Certificate III in General Education for Adults Accredited course