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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
The unit develops principles for natural resource management in the context of sustainability and applies those principles at the community, agency and governmental level. Specific emphasis for natural resources management is placed on the measurement of ecosystem health and the inter-relationships between social systems and ecosystems.
Winter Semester. Students participate in field study. For students who cannot participate in the field study, there is an online offering.
Unit was previously coded SCI3301
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
This unit uses technology-enhanced learning with a mix of lectures, practical workshops, participatory learning, group work, reflective journal, field visits.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Journal | Learning Journal | 30% |
| Project | Contribution to group assignment | 40% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 30% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Journal | Learning Journal | 30% |
| Project | Contribution to group assignment | 40% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
The unit develops principles for natural resource management in the context of sustainability and applies those principles at the community, agency and governmental level. Specific emphasis for natural resources management is placed on the measurement of ecosystem health and the inter-relationships between social systems and ecosystems.
Winter Semester. Students participate in field study. For students who cannot participate in the field study, there is an online offering.
Unit was previously coded SCI3301
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
This unit uses technology-enhanced learning with a mix of lectures, practical workshops, participatory learning, group work, reflective journal, field visits.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Journal | Learning Journal | 30% |
| Project | Contribution to group assignment | 40% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 30% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Journal | Learning Journal | 30% |
| Project | Contribution to group assignment | 40% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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