91145 Environmental Protection and Management

6cp; online, block
Requisite(s): 91154 Ecology AND 91121 Aquatic Ecology

Scientific investigation and evidence form the basis of effective management and protection of ecosystems. This subject examines the contribution of science to management and conservation of natural and threatened ecosystems and to the formulation and development of guidelines and environmental policies and laws, considered from regulatory, socioeconomic and community perspectives. Topics address adaptive management strategies, environmental impact and ecological risk assessments and application of regulatory guidelines in monitoring, conservation and remediation of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems impacted by global changes. A range of case studies are presented to illustrate the concepts introduced in this course. The subject is presented partly online.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,562.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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