1997 QUT Handbook

for students to identify and solve geological problems logically
and creatively. Students are required to relate the project
work to published work in the field of study, and adopt the
style of the Australian Journal of Earth Sciences for the written
report. Each project is assessed on the basis of an extensive
written report and an oral presentation.
Courses: SC60 Credit Points: 48
■ ESB703 GEOLOGY REVIEWS
Within this unit students develop a written discussion of a geological
problem or issue that is comparable to the focus of their
own research project. Using available published literature, students
critically analyse data and conclusions presented by other
researchers in order to synthesise a discussion of the geological
issue or case. The report focuses on those geological components
that justify its selection as a geological review.
Courses: SC60
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ ESB704 ADVANCED STUDIES IN EARTH
SCIENCE
Provides a selection of coursework appropriate to fourth-level
studies in earth science disciplines. The unit has a modular
structure that not only accommodates the range of advanced
level studies needed to support research projects of individual
students but also avoids promoting overspecialisation at the
Honours level. From the 4- and 8-credit point modules indicated,
students select any combination of modules appropriate
to their interests and research project to total 20
Courses: SC60
Prerequisites: As approved by Honours (Geology)
Coordinator
Credit Points: a) Advanced Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
[8 credit points]; (b) Advanced Resources Geology [8 cp]; (c)
Coastal Zone Hazards [8 cp]; (d) Geochemical Systems:
magmatic processes [4cp]; (e) Geochemical Systems: isotopes,
fluids and phase equilibria [4 cp]; (f) Global Plate Tectonics
[8 cp]; (g) Groundwater Geology and Geochemistry [4 cp];
(h) Mineral Exploration Geophysics [4 cp]; (i) Seismic
Exploration Geophysics [4 cp]
Contact Hours: 10 per week
■ ESB705 COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES
Provides students with skills that allow them to formulate and
write a research proposal, to be capable of reading scientific
literature with a view of abstracting critical aspects, and to
produce reports that are written in a journal format and at a
standard that could lead to publication. The unit also addresses
philosophical issues such as ethics, professional integrity and
plagiarism, and provides workshops in practical methods relevant
to research in geology. These workshops include: (a)
SEM unit; XRD unit; ICP and AAS analysis; (b) computing
skills; (c) sample collection and processing; (d) data presentation
and geological mapping methods.
Courses: SC60
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ ESN110 ADVANCED TOPICS IN EARTH
SCIENCE 1
This unit facilitates students in developing an advanced understanding
of a topic in earth science that is highly relevant
to their proposed research. The content is therefore variable
and depends on the earth science topic chosen.
Courses: SC80 Credit Points: 12
■ ESN130 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN EARTH
SCIENCE
Examination of up to five computer programs relevant to a
particular aspect of earth science operating on a range of systems;
readings on the theoretical base for each program; case
studies for each application and an assessment of the results
of the applications.
Courses: SC80 Credit Points: 12
■ ESN140 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 1
A variety of field and laboratory techniques for the collection
of data in a particular earth science discipline; the practical
application of these techniques; strategies for assessing their
appropriateness for particular problems; the theoretical basis
of the research.
Courses: SC80 Credit Points: 12
■ ESN160 SEMINARS
Students may present several seminars ranging from a summary
of background to a particular topic to a preliminary data
presentation. The unit may also involve attending external
seminars or workshops.
Courses: SC80 Credit Points: 12
■ ESN170 LITERATURE SURVEY
Develops the detailed background of a student’s research topic
and extends the student’s knowledge into current and relevant
literature.
Courses: SC80 Credit Points: 12
■ GSN100 GLOBAL BUSINESS STRATEGIES
This unit places business strategy and policy firmly in a global
context, developing knowledge, analytical understanding
and action-taking competencies. The paradigm adopted is that
of strategic management: analysis of stakeholders, special
emphasis on the global environment and capabilities, strategy
formulation, implementation and evaluation. Teaching methodologies
emphasise the process of management in a global
environment as well as analysis, content and concepts.
Courses: GS70, GS80, GS81
Prerequisites: PG with an UG degree in Business, Commerce
or Economics; or 48 credit points from the core of GS81
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ GSN101 INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENT OF
BUSINESS
This unit places business in the context of the world system.
Business operates in an increasingly international environment
and the aim of this unit is to provide a detailed theoretical and
practical understanding of that environment, its current and
future trends. The focus will be upon: the economic, social
and political factors conditioning contemporary international
business structures and relations as well as its likely future
developments.
Courses: GS70, GS80, GS81
Prerequisites: PG with an UG degree in Business, Commerce
or Economics; or 48 credit points from the core of GS81
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ GSN102 INTERNATIONAL FINANCE &
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
This unit analyses international trade in goods and services in
the context of the firm and its management. While it looks at
the theoretical foundations upon which trade rests and the
financial institutions and mechanisms which facilitate it, it
also looks at the practical aspects of export and import activities,
foreign investment, and establishing operations in a host
country. The unit also discusses the various national and international
bodies and agreements which facilitate and regulate
trade and financial flows. At the theoretical level, particular
topics covered include: the theory of comparative advantage;
the balance of payments; the role of tariff and non-tariff
trade barriers; international financial markets; international
financial management; exchange rate determination; and international
banking. At the practical level, particular topics
include: terminology; exporters, importers, and foreign investors’
responsibilities; export and import documentation; finance
for international product, service, and capital transactions;
risk and insurance as they relate to foreign transactions.
Courses: GS70, GS80, GS81
Prerequisites: PG with an UG degree in Business, Commerce
or Economics; or 48 credit points from the core of GS81
including GSN203
Credit Points: 12 Contact Hours: 3 per week
■ GSN103 INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
This unit focuses on the specifically international dimensions
of Human Resource Management, principally as they affect
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