91155 Stream and Lake Assessment

6cp

Requisite(s): 91153 Catchment Ecosystems AND 91270 Plant Physiology and Ecophysiology AND 91121 Aquatic Ecology

Detailed biological characteristics of Australian streams and lakes are covered in the context of biomonitoring and assessment of water quality and 'ecological health', and their management. Assessment techniques include the AUSRIVAS approach, which is related to other water quality indicators, particularly limnochemistry. This subject is targeted to those seeking a career as professional freshwater ecologists. This subject also confers NSW EPA certification to conduct AUSRIVAS surveys. Additionally, the modular format permits professionals to participate in the subject to gain AUSRIVAS accreditation while undertaking full-time employment. Three one-day excursions are included in this subject.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $889.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,250.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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