MB3270 - Coastal and Estuarine Ecosystems

Credit points:	03
Year:	2007
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
Administered by:	School of Marine & Tropical Biology

A study of the components and functioning of the full range of coastal and estuarine ecosystems, with particular emphasis on tropical systems.

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 and ecological principles 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:	MB5270 and MB3279

Availabilities
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 31-Aug-2007
Coordinator:	Dr John Collins, Assoc. Professor Marcus Sheaves
Lecturers:	Dr John Collins, Assoc. Professor Marcus Sheaves.
Contact hours:	24 hours lectures 4 hours tutorials 30 hours practicals 12 hours fieldwork
Assessment:	end of semester exam (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.