Courses & Units
Fire, Weeds and Ferals: Conserving Nature in Protected Areas KGA331
This interdisciplinary unit is part of the Geography and Environment (KGA) major. It is also available as an elective. It is suitable for students with backgrounds including (but not limited to) Science, English, Government, History, Law, Management, Psychology and/or Sociology. Please consult the unit coordinator in the Discipline of Geography and Spatial Sciences for information.
Please note that this unit is not completely online but is distance friendly. Students will need to travel to a property in the Midlands of Tasmania for three days of fieldwork in a protected area between January 5 and 7 inclusive. Bus transport from Launceston and Hobart will be provided for those who need it.
Introduction
A unit essential for those working towards a career managing natural environments and people in protected areas. For those with other vocational interests, the unit is a way to learn about natural ecosystems and the principles of conservation management. Fire, weed, feral and people management require the biophysical knowledge that this unit provides. They also require an understanding of planning, administrative and management systems, all of which can facilitate or impede the achievement of conservation outcomes. We develop this broad understanding of factors relevant to the conservation management of ecosystems and species in protected areas, and train students in the formulation of natural environment management plans. The plans we produce are usually used by the protected area managers. Field work is used to familiarise students with the management problems of a particular protected area and to collect data relevant to the formulation of the management plan.
Summary
| Unit name | Fire, Weeds and Ferals: Conserving Nature in Protected Areas |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGA331 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Professor James Kirkpatrick |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Summer school | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer school | 2/1/2023 | 13/1/2023 | 30/1/2023 | 26/2/2023 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Engage in critical thinking about conservation in protected areas
- Communicate effectively on the subject in maps and writing
- Employ basic terminology and concepts in protected area management for nature conservation
- Analyse and interpret basic spatial information and interpret spatial patterns in terms of management needs
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 050901 | $1,037.00 | $1,037.00 | not applicable | $2,922.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
KPA214 OR KGA204 OR KGA213 OR KPZ211 OR KEA208Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Intensive over eight days (5-12 January 2022, including three days of fieldwork, five 3-hour practical sessions and 20 lectures. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Field test map (10%)|Field test quiz (15%)|Take home examination (25%)|Management plan (50%) |
| Timetable | View 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. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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