Description
A unique Diploma designed for people wishing to work or already working in science related jobs that want to further their knowledge and understanding in sciences, to improve employability and further your professional career. Also, this course provides an achievable step towards a career you want, as an opportunity to test the water before committing to higher qualifications.
The Diploma qualification requires the completion of 20 modules, including Research I and II, plus 100 hr of industry meetings.
Lesson Structure
List of Modules
At least twelve modules should be taken from the Group 1, four from Group 2, and the remaining 4 modules may be taken from either group.
For detailed outlines (of most modules) click on the module on the list below
Group 1
Statistics
Biochemistry I
Biochemistry II
Biochemistry III
Botany I
Botany II
Cell Biology
Biopsychology I
Biopsychology II
Psychopharmacology
Neuropsychology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Human Anatomy II
Human Physiology II
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Animal Husbandry III (Animal Feed and Nutrition)
Animal Husbandry II (Health)
Animal Breeding
Plant Breeding
Human Nutrition I
Human Nutrition II
Human Nutrition III
Sports Nutrition
Childrens Nutrition
Soil Management
Earth Science
Plant Ecology
Environmental Assessment (Environmental Practice)
Environmental Waste Management
Machinery and Equipment
Engineering Applications
Horticulture I
Horticulture II
Horticulture III
Plant Pathology
Ornithology
Marine Studies I
Marine Studies II
Vertebrate Zoology
Wildlife Management
Animal Behaviour
Alternative Energy
Healthy Buildings I
Healthy Buildings II
Writing a Web site (HTML)
ASP.Net
Flash MX
Visual Basic.net
Computer Servicing I
Computer Servicing II
Computer Servicing III
Digital Photography
Photographic Technology
Research Project I
Research Project II
Group 2
Note that each module is a short course in its own right, and may be studied separately.
Aims
What you learn through Courses Direct Applied Science Studies
A Courses Direct Certificate or Diploma in Applied Science is designed to provide foundation knowledge beyond secondary education, but with greater relevance to the practical workplace. The course is ideal for students who wish to develop knowledge and skills related to their current employment. For instance, a sales person in irrigation or gardening equipment and supplies might design a Diploma of Science focused on horticulture, to improve their ability to advise clients. A qualified nurse design their Diploma in Applied Science to focus on nutrition to increase their ability to advise patients on dietary changes as part of an overall treatment program.
Employment Opportunities
Getting a job in today’s world is determined not only by the sort of qualification you have, but also your personality, presentation, attitude, experience, interests, and ability to adapt to new challenges.
With a Courses Direct qualification in Applied Science, you are better prepared to enter a science oriented workplace, learn faster on the job, and become a more useful employee within a shorter period of time.
There are in fact fewer jobs today (per capita) that require a degree than there were in the past. Despite this, today more than in the past, employers do tend to seek certain specific knowledge and skills in employees.
What do Employers Think?
A qualification that has required hard work to attain will be an indication to an employer that you have a certain level of drive and commitment.
An understanding of the industry and discipline which the job encompasses will indicate that you are more likely to learn faster and become useful to the employer sooner. We design our courses with these things in mind.
