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AHIS3120 – Latin C

2021 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde

Notice

As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.

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General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff Convenor
Trevor Evans
Contact via email
B148 Arts Precinct
by appointment
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
20cp at 2000 level including (AHIS219 or AHIS2120 or AHST208)
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

This unit aims to develop the skills of history students in order to support advanced study of the Latin language. It continues the systematic analysis of grammar from previous units and explores the concepts of historical development and diversity in the classical and medieval periods. The unit also aims to help students develop their skills in reading original Latin literary and documentary texts, and analyse the significance of Latin for the study of relevant ancient cultures.

Important Academic Dates

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO1: Identify and recall Latin grammatical structures at advanced level
  • ULO2: recognise and memorise advanced Latin vocabulary
  • ULO3: assess the grammar required for the translation of Latin texts appropriate to level of study
  • ULO4: explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • ULO5: integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Latin texts

General Assessment Information

Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON FINAL MARKS: Please note with respect to the marks you receive for work during the session: that the marks given are indicative only; final marks will be determined after moderation. See further the note on Results in the Policies and Procedures section below.

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
Prose compositions 20% No TBC
Examination 40% No TBC
Document analysis 40% No TBC

Prose compositions

Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: TBC
Weighting: 20%

The purpose of this assessment task is to facilitate understanding of Latin grammatical structures. You will be required to translate a series of sentences from English into Latin (five sentences in each of six prose compositions). The sentences are designed to test your control over concepts discussed in the lectures and (often) illustrated in the unit readings.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Identify and recall Latin grammatical structures at advanced level
  • recognise and memorise advanced Latin vocabulary
  • explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools

Examination

Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 28 hours
Due: TBC
Weighting: 40%

The purpose of this assessment task is to test general control over unit content, through translations and grammatical analysis.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Identify and recall Latin grammatical structures at advanced level
  • recognise and memorise advanced Latin vocabulary
  • assess the grammar required for the translation of Latin texts appropriate to level of study
  • integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Latin texts

Document analysis

Assessment Type 1: Case study/analysis
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: TBC
Weighting: 40%

The purpose of this assessment task is to develop analytical skills and independent thinking. You will be required to provide a translation of a passage appearing in the the unit readings and give an linguistic analysis of specific grammatical features in it. Length limit: 1000 words, including analysis, any footnotes, and bibliography.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • recognise and memorise advanced Latin vocabulary
  • explore and appraise relevant grammatical and lexical reference tools
  • integrate knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in reading and writing advanced Latin texts

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

  • the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
  • the Writing Centre for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation

Delivery and Resources

Technology

This unit employs the following technology

• iLearn

• Echo

The unit has an online presence, through which all unit materials are delivered. Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/

Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices alone are not sufficient.

For technical support go to: http://mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/informatics/help For student quick guides on the use of iLearn go to: http://mq.edu.au/iLearn/student_info/guides.htm

Lecture Times

For lecture times and classrooms please consult: https://timetables.mq.edu.au

Satisfactory Completion

Completion of all Assessment Tasks is required to complete the unit satisfactorily.

Submission and Extensions

Submission of the Prose Compositions and Document Analysis is electronic via Turnitin. The Examination is administered by the central administration.

Extensions are available on medical grounds and may be requested under other special circumstances. Apply via ask.mq.edu.au

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results

Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au

Student Support

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Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.

The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources. 

Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

Student Enquiries

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If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au

IT Help

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When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.


Unit information based on version 2021.02 of the Handbook