Handbook

PREREQUISITE: BIO2011 or BIO2181 or by permission by the Chief Examiner.

This unit is taught via a combination of workshops, laboratory sessions and a field trip. Workshops comprise a combination of seminar-style discussions on current topics in Australian vegetation and hands-on sessions which apply class theory to develop practical academic and industry-based skills. Laboratory sessions focus on the development of project management, peer assessment and group collaboration skills. In-class learning will be supported by self-study through the online Moodle content, and you will be expected to access Moodle regularly.

You will undertake group research projects to address ecological problems faced by local stakeholders. The projects that are offered will reinforce many of the concepts delivered in seminars, while at the same time introducing you to the unique opportunities (and challenges) provided by doing field research in Australian habitats. The field trip will be run over a total duration of 4 days.

For example: vegetation map, mini-quizzes, reflections.

Literature review, project report and presentation.

Critically reflect, document, communicate and apply your experience and knowledge gained throughout the unit.

• Applies to all offerings

• Applies to all offerings

• Applies to all offerings

• One 2-hour workshop per week;
• Three-hour laboratory, field work or equivalent (6 sessions per semester);
• One 4-day field trip, including travel days and
• Seven-hours independent study per week.

There is a compulsory four-day field excursion (fee payable).

Keith, D.A. (2017) Australian vegetation. Cambridge University Press

Please note – it is recommended that you obtain a copy of the textbook, either new or second-hand, as some sections of the book are not available digitally. Class copies will be available for use on the day of scheduled classes.