Requirements to Pass this Unit:

To pass this unit, you must:

1. Achieve a total mark equal to or greater than 50%

There are no hurdle assessments for this unit. 

We strongly encourage all students to actively participate in all learning activities. Regular engagement is crucial for your success in this unit, as these activities provide opportunities to deepen your understanding of the material, collaborate with peers, and receive valuable feedback from instructors, to assist in completing the unit assessments. Your active participation not only enhances your own learning experience but also contributes to a vibrant and dynamic learning environment for everyone.

Late Assessment Submission Penalty:

• 5% penalty per day: If you submit your assessment late, 5% of the total possible marks will be deducted for each day (including weekends), up to 7 days.

  • Example 1 (out of 100): If you score 85/100 but submit 20 hours late, you will lose 5 marks and receive 80/100.

  • Example 2 (out of 30): If you score 27/30 but submit 1 day late, you will lose 1.5 marks and receive 25.5/30.

• After 7 days: Submissions more than 7 days late will receive a mark of 0.

• Extensions:

  • Automatic short extension: Some assessments are eligible for automatic short extension. You can only apply for an automatic short extension before the due date.

  • Special Consideration: If you need more time due to serious issues and for any assessments that are not eligible for Short Extension, you must apply for Special Consideration.

Need help? Review the Special Consideration page HERE

Assessments where Late Submissions will be accepted. 

1. Diagnostic Test – NO, unless Special Consideration is granted
2. Data Preparation and Manipulation – YES, Standard Late Penalty applies 
3. Reproducibility Project – YES, Standard Late Penalty applies 

Special Considerations: 

The Special Consideration Policy aims to support students who have been impacted by short-term circumstances or events that are serious, unavoidable and significantly disruptive, and which may affect their performance in assessment. If you experience circumstances or events that affect your ability to complete the assessments in this unit on time, please inform the convenor and submit a Special Consideration request through https://connect.mq.edu.au.

Classes

Students should enrol in and attend the following classes each week:

• 1 x 120-minute lecture beginning in Week 1
• 1 x 120-minute SGTA beginning in Week 2

The timetable for classes can be found on the University website at: https://publish.mq.edu.au

Enrolment can be managed using eStudent at: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/technology/systems/estudent

Method of Communication

We will communicate with you via your university email or through announcements on iLearn. Instructions for seeking assistance can be located on the FOSE1025 iLearn page in a dedicated section.

Recommended Textbooks

This unit does not require a textbook. Each week, review the assigned supporting materials, which will be accessible through iLearn.

Technology Used and Required

All unit material is delivered through iLearn. The link may be found at http://ilearn.mq.edu.au. This unit will use the following software:

• Microsoft Excel
• R and RStudio

The topics listed above cover all material addressed in this unit. The order in which this information is presented in lectures may not match the above list.

Taking on feedback from previous students, this unit will undergo a significant change in lecture slides, notes, and SGTA material. The underlying topics and concepts within the unit remain the same as the last offering.

We value student feedback to be able to continually improve the way we offer our units. As such we encourage students to provide constructive feedback via student surveys, to the teaching staff directly, or via the FSE Student Experience & Feedback link in the iLearn page. We will continue to strive to improve the level of support and the level of student engagement.