Available in 2024
Course code

EPBIOL140

Units

10 units

Level

level

Course handbook

Description

This course provides an informative introduction to the fundamental aspects of biology relevant to the many issues confronting us in today's environmentally conscious world, whilst considering the sustainable use and conservation of the natural environment.Although it will form the basis for subsequent study in this area anyone with an interest in environmental issues, but not wishing to pursue studies in science, will also find it an informative insight into the natural world.Topics include genetics, evolution, the diversity of life, extinctions and captive breeding.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Online

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Define, explain and apply key concepts in conservation science.

2. Utilise data and produce and interpret diagrams relevant to conservation science.

3. Relate theory to practical applications in conservation science.

4. Produce a report or address issues in conservation science by critical thinking, drawing conclusions, and synthesising information and key concepts.


Content

  • Environmental protection, sustainability and conservation
  • Systematics and taxonomy; the diversity of life
  • Genes and genetics; conservation genetics
  • Evolution: theory and evidence; genetics and natural selection
  • Biodiversity threats; ex situ conservation; wildlife trade

Requisite

If you have successfully completed EPBIOL340 you cannot enrol in this course.


Assessment items

Quiz: Online Quizzes

Annotated Bibliography: Annotated Bibliography

Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Tutorial Activities

Presentation: Multimedia Presentation


Contact hours

Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan

Lecture-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s) starting in week 2

Semester 1 - 2024 - Online

Self-Directed Learning-1
  • Self-Directed 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
  • Self-Directed learning is equivalent to face-to-face contact hours. It involves engagement with course materials that are delivered at a time that suits you via short videos, course notes, podcasts, readings and other activities.
Tutorial-1
  • Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1

Course outline