University of Technology SydneyHandbook 2006

91309 Biodiversity1

6cp; Students are required to attend a compulsory six-day field excursion.
Requisite(s): 91101 Cells, Genetics and Evolution AND 91102 Animal Function and Diversity AND 91151 Plants, People and the Environment

The subject introduces various taxonomic tools, including use of keys, and examines the usefulness of classificatory schemes in biodiversity. In particular, the subject addresses the question as to why and how biodiversity is important. What does biodiversity tell us about animal and plant groups, and indeed the planetary health? A compulsory and intensive six-day field excursion, during which an insect collection is made, takes the place of several weeks of laboratory class work. As a result of the excursion, data is returned to the laboratory for a final assessment of biodiversity.

Additional subject costs: The approximate cost to students in 2006 is $320. For up-to-date cost and excursion dates, refer to the Department of Environmental Sciences' website:

http://www.science.uts.edu.au/des/index.html

Typical availability

Spring semester

Footnote(s)

1. This subject was formerly called Australian Biota.

Fee information

2006 contribution for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students: $872.38
2006 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,190.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2006 for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth supported places, and not all subjects are available to Commonwealth supported students. Other students (such as postgraduate students and international students) should refer to the Fees webpage.

Access conditions

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