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136-043 Modern Scientific Controversy | |
Note | Formerly available as 136-229/329. Students who have completed 136-229/329 Upheavals in Scientific Thought are not eligible to enrol in this subject. Available at levels 2 and 3, except in Science (level 2 only). For Science level 3, see 136-343. |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | To be advised |
Prerequisites | Normally 75 points of level 1 study. |
Semester | Not Offered (view timetable) |
Subject Description | This subject deals with the historical, philosophical and sociological aspects of scientific controversies. Case studies to be examined include the 'modern revolution' in the earth sciences and the on-going controversy about the 'death of the dinosaurs'. Students completing this subject should develop: detailed knowledge of both philosophical and sociological frameworks for the analysis of cumulative and revolutionary change in science; practice in applying these frameworks to historical and contemporary instances of scientific change; skills in the critical analysis of scientific publications; improved written and oral communication skills. |
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