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Palaeontology 1

Palaeontology 1

Module
National Code
State Code
56304
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/09/1995
Field of Education
019999 - Natural And Physical Sciences, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
68
Description
To provide students with:

- a practically orientated knowledge of Palaeontological
taxonomy.

- a knowledge of the techniques used in fossil extraction
and preservation.

- the ability to obtain and record samples and data from
field situations.

- a working knowledge of the uses of fossils.
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 70%
Examination 30%

Field Project Report 30%
Practical Folio/Notebook 15%
One two-hour Practical Assessment Test 25%
One two-hour Theory Examination 30%

Field Excursions

18 hours during weekends to one of the following
areas:

a Mullaloo b Gingin c Dandaragen d Geraldton e Margaret
River f Hopetoun g Gascoyne Junction h or other suitable locality (0
+ 18)

A pass is required in all sections.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
9666 Applied Science Laboratory Techniques Accredited course