James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2016

MB3160 - Evolution and Ecology of Reef Fishes

Credit points: 03
Year: 2016
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: College of Science and Engineering

This subject requires prior approval from the subject co-ordinator. All students must meet the pre-requisite requirements.

The biology of coral reef fishes with an emphasis on species from reefs and adjacent waters of the Great Barrier Reef. The subject covers the ecology, morphology, systematics and evolution of coral reef fishes. Practical work includes a laboratory and field program that introduces functional morphology, ecology and field identification of coral reef fishes. This subject will also provide an introduction to laboratory and field research methods.

Learning Outcomes

Assumed
Knowledge:
Students enrolled in this subject should have a good understanding of evolutionary biology and biogeography of marine organisms (eg MB2070) and vertebrate anatomy (eg BZ1007). A basic knowledge of the ecology of marine systems (eg MB2050, MB2060) is also necessary. A minimum mark of Credit in MB2070 or equivalent is required for entry in this subject.
Prerequisites:MB2050 AND MB2060 AND A MINIMUM MARK OF CREDIT IN MB2070 (OR MB5070 OR EQUIVALENT)
Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
MB3169 MB5160

Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2016
Coordinator: Professor David Bellwood
Contact hours:
  • 25 hours lectures
  • 33 hours practicals
  • 29 hours fieldwork
Assessment:end of semester exam (60%); essays (15%); laboratory project (15%); oral presentation (10%).
Restrictions: Enrolment in this offering is restricted.

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.