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136-343 Scientific Controversy (Science 3) | |
Note | Formerly available as 136-305. Students who have completed 136-305 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. Only available at Science level 3; for all other levels, see 136-043. Students cannot gain credit for both this subject and 136-229/329 before 1999 or 136-043 after 1998. This subject is identical in all respects to 136-043 Modern Scientific Controversy, except for the assessment. |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | To be advised |
Prerequisites | Normally two level 2 HPS subjects.. |
Semester | Not Offered (view timetable) |
Subject Description | This subject involves the study of 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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