James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

BZ5925 - Australian Terrestrial Diversity

Subject Description

The diversity, evolutionary history, and biology of terrestrial vertebrates of Australia. This subject will cover the major vertebrate groups in Australia (mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs), focusing on patterns of diversity, biogeography and evolutionary history in this region, and particularly interesting aspects of their natural history and behaviour.

Learning Outcomes

• design appropriate research activities for survey and wildlife research in Australia
• produce scientific reports incorporating analyses of fauna survey data
• demonstrate proficiency in handling and species identification of terrestrial vertebrates
• assess the diversity of Australian vertebrates through appropriate survey techniques

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Essay (including multi-draft) 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Journal - (25%) - Individual
• Oral > Guided discussion - (15%) - Individual

Note that 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.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  BZ5705 ZL3203 ZL5203 BZ3705 BZ2705 BZ2725

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