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SCI1182 Case Studies in Science
SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:
This unit explores a series of case studies involving the biological, chemical and environmental sciences. The case studies will provide the framework to introduce the sociology and philosophy of science, necessary for the interpretation of environmental and/or technological disputes where different values are represented. Case studies will include societal processes dealing with such matters as genetic engineering, land clearing, resource management, chemical use and population growth.

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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
B73Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
K57Bachelor of Science (Conservation&Wildlife Biology)
G86Bachelor of Science (Environmental Forensics)
G85Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management)
K70Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)
G87Bachelor of Science (Marine and Freshwater Biology)
MAAADSEnvironmental Management Major
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009