HPSC3888: Semester 2, 2024

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HPSC3888: HPSC Interdisciplinary Project

Semester 2, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Our ever-changing world requires knowledge that extends across multiple disciplines. The ability to identify and explore interdisciplinary links is a crucial skill for emerging professionals and researchers alike. This unit presents the opportunity to bring together the concepts and skills you have learnt in your discipline and apply them to a real-world problem. You will work on a project which involves evaluating theories in HPS based on knowledge drawn from collaborators in another discipline, for instance by taking a recent scientific controversy or theoretical innovation as a case study. For example, you might test a proposal about the theoretical basis of neuroscience by comparing it to a predictive coding model of brain function, or test assumptions about how scientific models work by studying specific models in climatology or ecology. In this unit, you will continue to understand and explore disciplinary knowledge, while also meeting and collaborating with students from across the University through project-based learning; identifying and solving problems, collecting and analysing data and communicating your findings to a diverse audience. All of these skills are highly valued by employers. This unit will foster the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, and this is essential for both professional and research pathways in the future.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	History and Philosophy of Science Academic Operations
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	12 credit points of HPSC2XXX
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	Students should have demonstrated the ability to explain topics and concepts in HPS at an intermediate level
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Daniela Helbig, daniela.helbig@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Rebecca Mann, rebecca.c.mann@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Daniela Helbig, daniela.helbig@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 2 September 2024

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Group Report: Culmination of Project To be produced in a visual format ((e.g., Shorthand). Details on Canvas.	30%	Formal exam period Due date: 11 Nov 2024 at 23:59	Visual format: details on Canvas
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Establishing thematic framework Reflective essay on history and philosophy of platypus research	20%	Week 06 Due date: 08 Sep 2024 at 23:59	2000 words (details on Canvas)
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Museum Studies essay Review essay on Museum Studies	20%	Week 08 Due date: 22 Sep 2024 at 23:59	2000 words (details on Canvas)
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Team presentation project findings Project presentation	20%	Week 09 Due date: 24 Sep 2024 at 16:00	Visual format as specified in Canvas
Outcomes assessed:
Small continuous assessment	Written feedback presentation (peer review) Written feedback on student presentation (peer review)	5%	Week 09 Due date: 29 Sep 2024 at 23:59	500 words (see Canvas for details)
Outcomes assessed:
Small continuous assessment	Written feedback on draft project Written feedback on final project 'Culmination of Project'	5%	Week 12 Due date: 27 Oct 2024 at 23:59	500 words (see Canvas for details)
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Overview: David Fleay, platypus research, museums, labels etc	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 01	Chau Chak Wing Museum: archive visit	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 02	Context for Fleay: platypus biology, history of platypus research. Start visual tools training.	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Australian Museum Archives: introduction to archiving	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 03	Context for Fleay: platypus biology, history of platypus research; Visual tools training.	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	Australian Museum Digital Experience team (online collections, website, digital tools, podcasts etc).	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 04	Platypus conservation today: issues and challenges. Visual tools and project work.	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Education and science communication (Australian Museum)	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 05	Museum studies focus; Chau Chak Wing Museum exhibition focus	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	Australian Museum Archives	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 06	Museum studies; Visual tools workshop.	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Australian Museum Archives	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 07	Museum studies; Visual tools workshop	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Australian Museum Archives	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 08	Museum studies; Visual tools workshop	Lecture and tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Australian Museum Archives	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 09	Presentation and feedback assessments	Presentation (2 hr)
Week 09	Australian Museum Climate Solutions Centre	Workshop (2 hr)
Week 10	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 10	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 11	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 11	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 12	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 12	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 13	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)
Week 13	Self-directed project work; staff available for 1: 1 consultation	Project (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

See Canvas; additional details provided in class.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings and other material will be made available on Canvas.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Apply disciplinary knowledge to solve problems in an interdisciplinary context.
LO2. Find, define and delimit authentic problems in order to address them
LO3. Create an investigation strategy, explore solutions, discuss approaches and predict outcomes.
LO4. Analyse data using modern information technology and digital skills.
LO5. Demonstrate integrity, confidence, personal resilience and the capacity to manage challenges, both individually and in diverse teams
LO6. Collaborate with diverse groups and across cultural and disciplinary boundaries to develop solutions(s) to the project problems.
LO7. Communicate project outcomes effectively to a broad audience.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Following feedback from previous years, course focus and interdisciplinary partner changed. More HPS material; change of assessment formats and structure to match learning outcomes better. New staff added to improve learning experiences.

Additional information

Students need to be available for 4 hours every Monday, morning and afternoon, for lectures/workshops and Museum visits.

Site visit guidelines

Museum visit protocols will be discussed and formalized in class.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Site visit guidelines

Disclaimer

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