Our understanding of human behaviour comes from our ability as psychological researchers to apply appropriate research methods and statistics to answer research questions. PSYC3000 examines advanced univariate research designs and related inferential statistics. PSYC3000 extends coverage of design and analysis principles and skills introduced in STAT1070 and PSYC1000 with students applying their knowledge to designing research projects. Students receive comprehensive training in the use of a statistical package in order to analyse, interpret and present research findings. Students will critically evaluate research design and develop and undertake a research project implementing sound research methodology and ethical principles. Students will cover psychological research methodologies such as factorial experiments as well as repeated measures and correlational designs. Students will expand on their foundational analysis skills to include between subject, repeated measures and mixed ANOVA with more than one factor and multiple linear regression and apply these to their research designs. At this level, students are introduced to real experimental and correlational designs that produce data that are less than ideal. Students will explore general models of statistical analysis in order to equip them with the skills to deal with the problems that might be encountered in their own research work. Throughout the semester, students will be encouraged to apply the principles they are learning to the development of their own research project, and consider specific problems related to methodology and ethics. Lab sessions will provide support in the use of a statistical software package to manipulate and perform statistical analyses on both simulated data as well as their own research data. Lab sessions will also provide training in conducting real research and understanding, interpreting and reporting the results. Related Courses: PSYC3001, PSYC3500 This course forms part of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council's accredited sequence.

Science is critical for contributing new knowledge and finding solutions to societal challenges. But, how does it do this? Further still, how does it do this in a world filled with more and more fake facts? How do we differentiate between good science, poor science and non-science? How do you become the best scientist you can be so that you too can solve the important challenges that face us? That is what we explore in this course. This course will immerse you with your student colleagues and with academic staff to begin the process of 1) building a learning community that will likely become your professional network through the remainder of your career and 2) building an understanding of what it is to be a high-quality scientific professional in today’s world. You will learn about the many ways to think scientifically. You will explore how science informs debate and decision-making about public issues. You will gain an understanding of what it means to be a professional having scientific literacy and how you can contribute to a better future using your scientific knowledge. You will also meet inspiring scientists and have the opportunity to hone your communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills – three skills that are essential for successful and fulfilling careers in science and beyond.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has widespread applications in studies of the environment, the physical landscape and in urban and regional planning. It has a variety of commercial, social and environmental applications. GEOS3250 covers the advanced components of GIS and their uses. The use of GIS as a problem-solving tool is studied as well as the development of GIS competencies through computer laboratory based practicals. The successful completion of a major problem solving exercise involving the collection and processing of integrated socio-economic, environmental and/or physical data is a major component of this course.

Under the pressures of global population growth and climate change, sustainable management of resources for public water supply is one of modern societies most critical and complex challenges. Central to the problem is the issue of water quality and the safety, operational and environmental implications of increasing contamination of natural water resources and aquatic systems. Building on foundation knowledge acquired in ENVS2009, ENVS3009 explores the key concepts, issues and latest science associated with modern management of water supply resources, including integrated supply strategies, key regulatory issues, emerging contaminants, advanced analytical techniques and key interrelationships between ecosystem function and water quality. Via simulated exercises based on real world scenarios designed to develop technical and systems knowledge, students will perform authentic tasks and experience the challenges faced by water managers and researchers. Comprising coordinated lectures, field visit, practical activities, and workshops led by water industry professionals, this capstone water management course will equip students with the necessary skills for entry into water focused research and industry careers.

Crucial to the success of any communication campaign is ensuring that a message is delivered to the target audience at the right time through appropriate media channels. In this course, the functionality of advertising and public relations (PR) in shaping the strategic approach to the communication mix for brands is examined. Students will engage in tasks designed to embed creative and media concepts, and explore storytelling, copywriting, and image management for external stakeholders in advertising and PR.

Students will learn to analyse and control thrust generation mechanisms common in modern aerospace systems. For Piston-prop, turboprop, turbojet, turbofan and rocket engines, the thermodynamics, aerodynamics, thrust and torque characteristics will be developed analytically via modelling and simulation. There will be a strong emphasis on testing and control of engines and developing an understanding of engine response to control and integration with other relevant aircraft systems.