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AD012 - Associate Degree in Applied Science
Plan: AD012 - Associate Degree in Applied Science
Campus: City Campus
Program delivery and structure
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Your learning activities will consist of any or all of the following, depending on the individual Courses selected.
Face to face teaching: to develop knowledge of underpinning concepts
Personal study: using text books, journal articles and the internet to reinforce and broaden your understanding of these subjects
Laboratory sessions: will allow you to develop skills in practical applications of all aspects of laboratory work related to this program. These are all held in modern, well equipped laboratories with industry standard equipment and Standard Operating Procedures
Industry Visits: such visits may be organised to further enhance application of knowledge in the field and allow students to observe laboratories and research facilities
Computer Laboratory sessions: The computer laboratory work will allow you to develop skills in the application of the concepts learnt during class room teaching of data analysis
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Personal research: to become familiar with recent developments and discoveries in this area
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Group work & peer teaching to broaden your understanding of a range of subject areas
- Online Learning: All courses will make use of RMIT's online learning system. Here you will be able to access course notes and materials as well as additional reference material, quizzes and self assessments. In some courses, there will be online discussion forums moderated by the teacher.
Assessment Activities
There will be a range of different activities. These will be designed to assess both your underpinning knowledge of the courses you are studying and just as importantly your development of laboratory skills. You will have ample opportunity to practise your laboratory skills and receive ongoing feedback from your teachers. Assessment will include exams, tests, laboratory reports, research projects and assignments, oral presentations and demonstration of practical skills. Your course guide for each course will give further details of what is required in each case. It will be your responsibility to read this information carefully and meet all the required deadlines.
Additional Support
Study Support is able to provide support for all students with Maths, English, Chemistry and general study skills. Follow this link https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support
The Equitable Learning Services provides support for any student who has special needs. This support may range from providing a note-taker in classes to arranging an adjusted assessment timetable.
Follow this link to get detailed information https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Information relating to Covid
Please note that this program’s courses (whether core, option, or university elective courses) may have mandatory in-person attendance or assessment to pass the course.
If you are choosing to enrol in a course which has mandatory in-person attendance or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Top of pageWork integrated learning
RMIT is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with workplace experience. As a student enrolled in this RMIT program you will:
undertake and be assessed on structured activities that allow you to learn, apply and demonstrate your professional or vocational practice;
interact with industry and community when undertaking these activities; and
complete these activities in real or simulated work contexts or situations.
In all your courses (subjects) you will spend a significant proportion of your time in an industry standard laboratory acquiring real workplace skills. You will have ample opportunity to practice and reinforce your basic workplace skills and to then build on these in later courses.You will also be assessed in this workplace environment to ensure that you are able to perform the necessary tasks to industry standard.
In first year, you will study a number of general courses such as Anatomy & Physiology, Biology and Chemistry. Introduction to Genetics & Microbiology and Introduction to Medical Science will give you an insight into Biomedicine disciplines. In Introduction to Medical Science you will learn to perform blood counts and cut and stain tissue samples using industry standard equipment, follow industry Standard Operating Procedures and be assessed against these standards by an industry professional and provided with feedback.
In 2nd year you will undertake the capstone experience ONPS2432 "Professional Practice in Applied Science" which is a work placement in a relevant laboratory environment.This capstone course represents a culmination and application of prior knowledge and skills as well as your transition to your professional career. This placement is arranged for you by RMIT and will allow you to spend at least 10 days in the work place under the supervision of industry specialists. During this time, a range of workplace activities described in the Course Guide will be assessed and you will be provided with feedback. Prior to commencing the placement, you will do a range of classroom activities investigating workplace structures and roles in preparation for your time there.
Top of pageProgram Structure
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Program transition plan
Domestic Students - the following transition statement applies to domestic students only:
The AD012 Associate Degree in Applied Science will be discontinued. The final intake in AD012 Associate Degree in Applied Science will be in Semester 1, 2023.
All students who are enrolled in AD012 Associate Degree in Applied Science in Semester 1, 2023 or earlier will have the opportunity to complete their program by the end of December 2024.
Students who do not complete by December 2024, will be transferred into the new AD012P24 Associate Degree in Applied Science program plan with credit for equivalent courses, but may need to enrol in additional courses if required. Students who need to enrol into additional courses may take longer to complete the award.
Students will be provided with transition advice by Tracey Salter, Program Manager.
International Students:
RMIT is seeking CRICOS registration for the replacement program. Further advice will be provided at a later stage.
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