MB3279 - Coastal and Estuarine Ecosystems (Advanced)

Credit points:	03
Year:	2006
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
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Available only to students enrolled in the BSc Marine Biology (Advanced Program)

A study of the components and functioning of the full range of coastal and estuarine ecosystems, with particular emphasis on tropical systems. Students will be required to attend lectures and practicals for MB3270.

Learning Outcomes

• Acquire proficiency in observation, recording, evaluation and reporting of scientific information;
• Acquire hands-on understanding of the science of these natural systems;
• Gain experience in scientific problem-solving and decision making;
• Consolidate the basic knowledge of biological land ecological printiples acquired in previous studies.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to use and interpret different media;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
• A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.

Prerequisites:	BS2001 AND MB2050 OR EQUIVALENT
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	MB3270 and MB5270

Availabilities
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Census Date 08-Sep-2006
Coordinator:	mbjdc, Professor Marcus Sheaves
Lecturers:	mbjdc, Professor Marcus Sheaves.
Contact hours:	24 hours 4 hours 30 hours 12 hours
Assessment:	(50%); (50%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.