BME3030 · Monash University
Integrative biomedical science practical
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 3
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
What it covers
In this unit, you will gain work experience through the completion of a laboratory-based research project. You will work in a small research team, mentored by a career researcher, to plan and conduct a series of experiments to address a novel research question. To support your work in the lab, you will be guided in the development of skills in experimental design, ethical conduct and specific techniques via a series of workshops and lab skill training sessions. You will be required to keep appropriate experimental records and communicate regularly with your mentor and peers to coordinate and carry out a research project and report on your findings. Throughout the unit research careers in academic, research institutes and industry will be highlighted.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Individual executive summary (700 words with A4 page of figures highlighting key findings) | Written | 25% |
| Demonstration of laboratory skills (Pass/Fail)hurdle | Demonstration | 0% |
| Portfolio (2,400 words) | Portfolio | 40% |
| Team oral presentation (15 mins and 5 mins Q+A) | Presentation | 25% |
| Demonstration of professionalism | Demonstration | 10% |
Hurdle tasks must be passed regardless of your overall mark.
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Winter semester | Clayton | On-campus |