Subject description

Introduction to biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems; including algae, plants, invertebrates and vertebrates. Quantification and importance of biological diversity. Human impacts on natural systems and the loss of biodiversity. Making and curating a collection of selected groups of organisms. Please note that this subject may involve animal dissections. While direct participation … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators
Lecturers

Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2 hour Lectures, 1 hour Tutorials and 10 x 3 hr Practical

Assessment details

Oral Presentation
Rocky Shore Biodiversity Assignment
Final Practical Exam
Final Theory Exam

Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

Textbook information

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