Science Orientation Semester-2 2017

FACULTY OF SCIENCE
2017 ORIENTATION SEMESTER 2
WELCOME TO THE FACULTY OF SCIENCE

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 Opportunity to meet students and staff
 Learn about the Science Precinct
 Learn about your new educational environment:
Teaching methods
What we expect of you
What you can expect from us
MOODLE
Help and support networks
SCIENCE ORIENTATION

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Managing Your Studies Webpage
http://www.monash.edu/science/current-students/manage-your-science-studies

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Teaching methods
Depending on the unit, your
contact hours may consist of
any of the following:
 Lectures
 Laboratory Classes
 Tutorials
 Computer labs
 Workshops
 Field Trips
 Online Tools

GETTING STARTED – THE UNIT GUIDE
 The first thing you should
do is download your Unit
Guides from MOODLE.
Assessment
requirements
Booklists
Course materials
Lecturer’s Details
What type of classes?
Special consideration.
 This document should have
everything you need to get
started and succeed.

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Textbooks
 Check unit guides, and if necessary check with your unit
coordinators
 Borrow from library
 Online books
 Bookshop
 Monash Market Place

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Lectures, Laboratory Classes, Tutorials, Computer labs and Workshops
 All start at 5 minutes past the hour, and finish 5 minutes
before the hour.
 E.g. A 1pm lecture starts at 1:05pm, finishes at 1:55pm
 Most lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions will require
you to bring things along so come prepared. E.g.
Lecture notes (printed OR via your device)
Lab manual
Safety glasses / lab coat / covered shoes
Assessment “hurdles”, such as safety quizzes.

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Workload – How much study should I be doing?
Each unit …
6 + 6 = 12hrs
Full time load = 4 units g 48 hrs/wk!

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Success! = Time Management & Organization.
 Attend!
 Hand things in on time:
10% per day penalty for late reports
Sick? Apply for special consideration – see Moodle
 Use our:
computing facilities
library
 Set aside time to revise
 Study as a group and by yourself

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Examples of how every mark counts!
MINIQUIZZ Prac 1 Prac2 POSTER PRAC EXAM THEORY FINAL
MQ1 MQ2 MQ3 MQ4 MQ5 MQ6 MQ7 {7%} {6.5%} {6.5%} {20%} {25%} {35%} {%}
30 10 25 20 16 28 27.87 74.47 58.3 57.5 41.56 59.86 52
22 14 16 13 18 25.2 50.47 70.0 65.0 49.36 51.59 51
12 25 11 17 31.01 90.8 87.50 30.0 51.70 50.84 50
18 16.6 15.01 6.7 15.00 77.5 46.90 57.41 50
28 14 19 16 23 24 29.73 72.93 48.3 80.0 33.75 49.38 50
14 10 7 19 25.14 50.8 62.50 62.5 27.53 60.41 50
18 9 12 12 23.07 35.14 50.0 65.00 55.0 28.52 55.63 48
22 9.82 70.0 42.88 64.17 48
14 8 20 20.02 52.50 65.0 33.70 58.67 47
16 22 18 10 20 16 47.80 64.2 60.0 42.50 41.95 45
17 11 16 22.10 26.7 72.50 52.5 25.96 56.09 45
16 10 12 15 14 24.13 43.42 62.50 70.0 27.85 49.64 45
8 18 25 15 11.73 38.21 72.5 29.97 43.61 40
16 12 18 13 16 29.2 47.85 55.0 30.49 50.21 40

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Feedback – it’s important!

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PASS (BIO1022 & CHM1022 only)
PASS = Peer Assisted Study Scheme
2nd / 3rd year students as mentors
Voluntary – Sign up via Allocate.
Free!
Good alternative to private tutoring.
Great support network
Ask questions you’re too shy/embarrassed to ask your
lecturer!

GET READY!
1. Log into MOODLE and look around.
 Access Moodle via my.monash
 Check out the MONASH 101 module
2. Read your Unit Guides
3. Identify your Unit Coordinator
4. Lock down your timetable & class locations
(Allocate+)
5. Get your textbooks/lab coats/safety glasses etc.
6. Try to meet a few people this week. Great to have a
support network.

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 Administrative Services
 ID cards, fees, graduations, exams,
 scholarships, parking, transport concession,
 official letters and transcripts.
 International Student Support
 Visa advice, eCOE and residency changes.
 Financial Assistance
 Loans and Advice.
 Accommodation Services
 On and Off Campus Accommodation.
Monash Connect – in the Campus Centre

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Monash Connect – in the Campus Centre
Have a question?
 Search ask.monash for frequently asked
questions 24/7 or submit an enquiry.
 Access this through your my.monash
portal:
https://my.monash.edu.au/askmonash/
 Call on +61 3 9902 6011
(9am - 5pm Mon to Fri)
 Visit Monash Connect on your campus

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SCIENCE STUDENT SERVICES – 19 Rainforest Walk
 Enrolment and re-enrolment
 Course advice & unit selection
 Credit for previous learning
 Admissions (direct/transfers)
 Intermission
 Special Consideration and deferred final assessment
applications
 Advice or referral regarding Allocate+ issues
 Study abroad and complementary study
 Academic progress advice

SCIENCE STUDENT SERVICES
Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Location: 19 Rainforest Walk
(cnr of Rainforest Walk and College Walk)
 Email Enquiries: https://my.monash.edu.au/askmonash/
 Phone: +61 3 9902 6011
 Students in double degrees will also need to seek course advice
from their other faculty.

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Other sources of assistance
 Student Life & Support Services
http://www.monash.edu.au/students/support
 Counselling & Mental Health
 Mindfulness and other support programs
 Campus Health Service
 Disability Support Services
 Library & Learning Skills
http://monash.edu/library/skills/resources/index.html
 Employment and Career Development
http://www.monash.edu.au/careers/

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Disability Services
Support your success. If you
have a disability, medical or
mental health condition that
may impact on your study
contact us to register.
All students deserve equal
access to learning.
monash.edu/disability

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Disability Services - Afternoon Drop-In Sessions in ‘O’ Week

MONASH
LIBRARY
Science Librarians:
Madeleine Bruwer
Biological Sciences
Nhan Le,
Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences,
Physics & Astronomy
Jennifer Kain
Earth, Atmosphere & Environment
Learning Skill Advisers:
Tami Castillo and Barbara Yazbeck
Hargrave-Andrew Library

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How can Career Connect help you to succeed?
www.monash.edu/career-connect
Career Connect – Your Career Service
• Career Program Coordinators (All students)
• Career Success Coaches (Final Year Students Only)
• Feedback and advice on job applications, cover letters and
resumes
• Jobs for Students program to apply for a range of casual jobs
within the University
• Student leadership opportunities
• Volunteering opportunities

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How can Career Connect help you to succeed?
Drop ins and Appointments (10 minute drop ins & 20 minute
appointments)
Clayton Campus
Campus Centre, Ground Floor, 21 Chancellors Walk (opposite
Monash Connect)
Caulfield Campus
Building B, Ground Floor
(03) 9905 3151
careerconnect@monash.edu
www.monash.edu/careers

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Monash Career Gateway – job vacancies for Monash students
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careergateway.monash.edu.au

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Leap into Leadership Online (LiLO)
Leap into Leadership Online is a suite of free modules to develop your employability and
leadership skills at your own pace.

Monday 7 August
5.30 – 9.00pm
Clayton campus
www.monash.edu/students/leadership/summit
Student Leadership Summit 2017

https://www.monash.edu/volunteer
Volunteering at Monash

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Special events
Working in Australia (International students)
Caulfield (18 July) and Clayton (19 July)
Working in Australia is a short, intensive program particularly useful for international students. Develop your
awareness of Australian workplace culture and learn how to find and apply for work in Australia.
Book in via Career Gateway.
Employment Essentials (All students)
Clayton (18 July) and Caulfield (20 July)
Employment Essentials is a short, intensive program that covers the basics of applying for jobs and how to
impress employers. Students from any Monash campus can take part.
Book in via Career Gateway.

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Career Events & Programs (Science)
Science Industry Placement Programs
Gain industry experience by undertaking one of our placement/internship programs.
http://www.monash.edu/science/current-students/industry-placements-and-career-support
Science Industry Week Clayton (21st – 29th August)
Science Industry Week provides students with an opportunity to hear from
employers, industry and graduates about a diverse range pf careers in science.
2017 Event – https://www.monash.edu/career-connect/jobs/events/science-week

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WHAT IS ENGLISH CONNECT?
Free programs
developing your:
1. public speaking
2. academic writing
3. grammar
4. social
conversation
5. your confidence
 Peer to peer
 For all students

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● Exciting lively sessions run by
student-facilitators
● A fun way to learn and connect
● Communicate effectively: small talk,
voicing opinion, politeness, social,
academic and workplace
communication strategies
● Make friends and get to know people
● Register and attend 1 hour each
week, weeks 2-11
● All campuses – timetable online from
3 July 2017
Registration 3-20 July:
Www.monash.edu/english-connect
Missed registration? Email:
english.connect@monash.edu
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Let’s Chat – learn to communicate confidently

Peer Support – academic writing
• One on one academic English
grammar support
• 20 minute sessions
• No need to book
• Help with grammar in your
written or spoken work
• Providing resources for further
language development
Peninsula: Library, Research and
Learning Point, co-located with
library staff, check for times online
• Clayton: 10am-3pm Monday-
Friday, Matheson and Hargrave
Libraries, Research and Learning
Points, co-located with library staff
• Caulfield: 10am-3pm, Monday-
Thursday, Library, Research and
Learning Points, co-located with
library staff
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www.monash.edu/english-connect

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Workshops and Online Resources
POLISH UP YOUR GRAMMAR
grammar workshops, 2 hours, 8
different modules, register online
SPEAKING WITH CONFIDENCE
pronunciation and public speaking
workshops, four independent
modules, register online
Online resources:
English Connect Moodle
Who can access these
programs?
All Monash students, domestic and
international:
 Undergraduate
 Masters by coursework
 Masters by research
 PhD candidates
 Visiting scholars and post-docs
 Exchange students
 Monash College students
 PhD candidates partners
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All programs are FREE!
But spaces for Let’s Chat and workshops are limited.
For more info and to contact us
English.connect@monash.edu
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English Connect

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Need a map? Get the App!
 The Monash University App is
your guide to campus maps,
timetables and much more
 Easy to access information
directly from your smartphone or
other mobile device

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 It is one of your primary information and communication
resources.
 You can use the portal to:
 Access your student email account, Google calendar and
the booking system
 View important dates
 Get notices about actions you need to take and details of
upcoming events in the student lifecycle
 See your class timetable and units
 Link to services such as WES and Moodle
 Access Library resources and see details of the items you
have on loan.
 Search the Monash web and staff directory
 And much more…
The my.monash portal

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For more information about your timetable please visit:
https://www.monash.edu/timetables/
Your Timetable – Allocate+

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Timetabling issues?
See: https://www.monash.edu/timetables/fix-problems
Your Timetable – Allocate+

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 4 August– Last day to add or change Semester 2 on-campus units.
 21 August – Last day to discontinue units without ‘withdrawn’ on academic
record.
 31 August – CENSUS DATE - Last day to discontinue Semester 2 units
without incurring fees.
 25 September – Last day to discontinue Semester 2 units with 'Withdrawn'
showing on your academic record. Semester 2 units discontinued after this
date will show as a ‘fail‘.
 Melbourne Cup Day – Tuesday 7 November is NOT a University Holiday.
 Mid semester break is from Monday 25 September - Friday 29 September.
 Semester 2 examination timetables can be accessed via WES from 18
September.
 At the end of semester you will have a “SWOT VAC” period of one week and
then exams are scheduled over three weeks from 30 October to 17
November.
Important Dates

SPECIAL CONSIDERATION
 You can make a request for special consideration if you are unable to
meet assessment deadlines due to issues such as ill health, family
emergencies etc.
 During-semester:
complete an in-semester special consideration form and submit,
together with supporting documentation (e.g. original or certified
hardcopy medical certificate) to your Unit coordinator(s) within 48
hours (note this is an online process for some Schools and
Departments)
 Final Exam/Final Assessment tasks
Complete a deferred final assessment special consideration
form and submit, together with supporting documentation online.
http://www.monash.edu.au/exams/special-consideration.html

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Elite athlete support program
 This structured program operates on all Australian Campuses
and assists you to undertake university while continuing to train
and participate in sport at an elite level.
 The program can assist you in many ways including:
 helping you balance your academic, sporting, personal and
social commitments
 giving you access to training facilities
 developing your leadership and life skills
 Supporting you with access to a network of helpful contacts
 Special consideration
 http://www.monash.edu/teammonash/talented-student-
support/elite-scheme

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Unpaid Fees :
If you do not pay your fees (e.g.: Student Amenities and
Services Fee (SSAF), Unit fees (if not deferring to HECS-
HELP/SA-HELP), Library fines and so on, you will lose
access to:
 The ‘my.monash’ portal
 Moodle
 The library catalogue and databases
 The web via the Monash system
Even after you’ve paid these, there may be a delay of up to
4 working days to restore your access…

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Evacuation
 Alert tone (Beep, Beep) - Prepare to evacuate
 Evacuate tone (Whooping) - Evacuate the building
 Leave via nearest safe exit (as directed by wardens)
 Walk - Do not run
 Do not use a lift
Emergency Contact
Ext. 333 Security
From a mobile: 9905 3333

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Science Student Groups
MASS3
(BSc Adv. Research,
Global Challenges &
BSc Science Scholar’s)
Society of Chemistry Students

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Student Learning Lounge and Science Social Spaces

SUBSCRIBE AT:
http://thescapegoat.com.au
Student Newsletter – Published by Students

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What IS Moodle?
Moodle is the platform where you connect with each unit
you are enrolled in.
Unit Guides
Lecture / Tutorial / Lab Materials
Contact Information
Discussion Forums
Gradebook
Submit assignments and complete online quizzes (not all
units)

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MOODLE DEMONSTRATION
http://moodle.vle.monash.edu/my/

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What Happens Now …
Tour of Science Precinct
- A tour led by fellow students
- Also a great opportunity to talk to a student
about their Monash experience and ask
questions
Wominjeka Monash
- Welcome to Clayton Campus
- Includes free lunch and social activities

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