Course overview
This course provides students with the opportunity to combine workplace experience in a research laboratory with academic study through a Semester-long research placement related to their Major. Within the RIL experience, students will be assigned to a project and supervisor and learn specific research methodology in performing the project. They will apply their problem solving, teamwork, communication, and critical reflection skills, to analyse, interpret and communicate the findings of a small research project, conducted under supervision. The RIL experience will be supported by a range of research competencies (workshop online modules: which may include ethical considerations, safe working practices, creating a CV) and practical competencies (in-person workshops which may include training in pipette and centrifuge use, preparation of solutions and sterile technique and supervisor-taught competencies related to the specific project). Students will also develop effective written and oral communication skills through presenting an introductory research seminar, documenting their research activities with a final written report, and in addition will communicate their research findings at an end-of-Semester conference. Requirements: Students must have a GPA greater or equal to 5.5 across the Program. Some projects may also require approval from supervisors for students to undertake the project.
Course learning outcomes
- Critically evaluate and synthesise relevant evidence from multiple sources.
- Demonstrate research and practical competencies aligned with the research placement.
- Plan and conduct experimental activities in the context of a research placement.
- Analyse and interpret project results correctly and in context.
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate professional behaviour and work effectively in teams within a research group setting.
- Demonstrate awareness of ethical and cultural issues that arise in health science research andpractice.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 29073
Section LE01
Size 50
Available 8
Class number 26112
Section WS01
Size 25
Available 0
Class number 26111
Section WS02
Size 25
Available 8
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 58715
Section LE01
Size 50
Available 39
Class number 56038
Section WS01
Size 25
Available 14
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