Courses & Units
Landscape Conservation and Recreation KGA527
For face-to-face mode (or any interested online students) - A three-day in-field camp to northern Tasmania will be scheduled in week 7 of semester. The cost of this camp; which includes 5 meals per day; transport; accommodation and entry fees; is $110. In the event of travel or pandemic-related restrictions; suitable equivalent online or local field trips will be offered as a substitute for the camp.
Introduction
Conservation efforts globally are focussed primarily on biodiversity, but geodiversity elements and features such as soils, rivers, mountains and caves provide humans with a wealth of ecosystem services and enjoyment. In this unit, you will learn about how to recognise geodiversity elements as critical system supports for biodiversity and ecosystem function, and to appreciate their cultural and recreational value for society. Using a series of masterclasses with global experts (in-field, in person and online), you will be immersed in the practices of 'geoconservation' and 'geotourism'. With no prior knowledge or skills required, you will develop skills as a communicator and conservation professional, and learn how to:
- Rank and assess geodiversity elements (as 'units' of conservation) and features in terms of their rarity, uniqueness, importance to science and society,
- Construct inventories of abiotic, biotic and cultural elements and values for recreation and reserve establishment
- Undertake in-field degradation assessments of landscapes used by humans for tourism and production
- Recommend management strategies to restore landscape features and values for human enjoyment and wilderness protection
- Undertake decision-making in a range of modes – graphical, consensus methods, GIS methods and qualitative methods.
- Communicate landscape features and conservation strategies to a broad range of audiences.
Any student interested in how to undertake conservation practice, curate heritage, assess landscape suitability for tourism and other ventures, or to communicate natural values will find KGA527 useful. All skills and knowledge required to successfully complete KGA527 are developed within the unit.
Summary
Unit name | Landscape Conservation and Recreation |
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Unit code | KGA527 |
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 | Doctor Melinda McHenry |
Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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Semester 1 | 20/2/2023 | 21/3/2023 | 10/4/2023 | 28/5/2023 |
* 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
- Construct inventories for geodiversity for heritage, tourism and conservation purposes
- Evaluate land degradation and vulnerability of geodiversity elements and values .
- Recommend appropriate infrastructure, experiences, and management options for geodiversity elements using decision-support tools
- Communicate geodiversity values to a range of specialist and non-specialist audiences
Fee Information
Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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050999 | $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.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KGA327Teaching
Assessment | Weekly Quiz (10%)|Assignment 1 (30%)|Assignment 2 (30%)|Assignment 3 (30%) |
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Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
Required |
There are no required readings in this unit |
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Recommended | Recommended reading lists will be added to a Library Reading list when the unit is established. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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