Hobart
Introduction
In this unit you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to undertake planning for protected area systems. We will explore the frameworks, processes and methods used to identify areas for inclusion in national reserve systems. Students will have the opportunity to apply and compare reserve selection methods using Tasmania as a case study. Topics covered include system purposes and priorities; national reserve planning frameworks; systematic conservation planning; government reserve selection processes; and collaborative and participatory approaches. Students without prior experience in GIS and spatial analysis will be given a basic introduction to these skills. Note, the software taught in this course requires a Microsoft operating system and is not compatible with Macintosh computers. There is an optional on campus weekend tutorial session for students to complete the technical training on university computers. For those wanting more instruction for the technical aspects this session, or who use a Mac as their personal computer for learning, the on campus weekend session it is highly recommended.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Reserve System Planning |
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| Unit code | KGA532 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Vanessa Adams |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
Note
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* 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 (see withdrawal dates explained for more information).
Learning Outcomes
1 | Discuss system purposes, priorities, and methods that have guided the establishment of the Australian National Reserve System. |
2 | Apply systematic conservation planning methods to identify spatial conservation priorities. |
3 | Analyse government-driven and collaborative processes for identifying protected areas. |
Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On-line resources, practical planning activities and discussions |
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| Assessment | AT1 - Discussion posts (online) (20%) AT 2 - Report (50%) AT3 - Case Study (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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