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Introduction to River, Rock, and Alpine Environments unit (ENV107)

Introduction

In this subject you will further develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence required for safe investigation and analysis of outdoor environments. You will explore natural and cultural histories, land management systems and ecosystem level relationships within river, rock, and alpine environments. Theory and practical work, including field experience, extend safe practice, reasonable judgement, care for others, sustainability practices, and the ability to learn from experience. 

Summary

Unit name Introduction to River, Rock, and Alpine Environments
Unit code ENV107
Credit points 12.5
College/School Arts and Society
Faculty of Education
Discipline Education
Coordinator Mr Sam Sinclair
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Introductory

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognise patterns and relationships in river, rock, and alpine ecosystems and the challenges facing those ecosystems
  • Apply cultural, social, and ecological concepts to field investigations and analysis in river, rock, and alpine environments
  • Evaluate safety, leadership, and journey skills in river, rock, and alpine environments.
  • Demonstrate academic integrity values through the sharing of ideas and reflections in writing, speaking, and teamwork.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Workshop (F2F on campus) 

60 minutes 

Weekly 

Field Work Activity 2.5 Days Once during the semester
Field Work Activity 4.5 Days Once during the semester

Field Work Activity

2 days

Once during the semester

Fieldwork Activity days are inclusive of all travel and break times and are equivalent to 2.5 hours of lecture content time. 

AssessmentFieldwork|Alpine Environment Preparation Report (30%)|Rock Environment Reflective Essay (30%)|River Environment Field Journal (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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