Courses & Units
Backyard Biodiversity KPZ006
Hobart
Introduction
Backyard Biodiversity 1 is an elective unit offered as part of the Diploma of Sustainable Living. Biodiversity is a critical component of sustainable living and is central to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. At a local scale, biodiversity is important for healthy and sustainable living, and due to the complexity of biodiversity issues in urban areas, requires well informed and strategic management. Focusing on the biodiversity present in urban areas, especially your own backyard, you will learn about the importance of biodiversity to human and ecosystem health and how biodiversity supports sustainable living. You will develop skills and knowledge in identification, quantification and management of both vertebrate and invertebrate biodiversity, and learn how to modify your environment to facilitate greater biodiversity.
Summary
| Unit name | Backyard Biodiversity |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KPZ006 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Zoology |
| Coordinator | Professor Menna Jones |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Winter school (late) | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Spring school (extended) | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | 11 Week Session Feb | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | 11 Week Session Oct | Off-Campus | Domestic | ||
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Week Session Oct | 27/9/2021 | 14/10/2021 | 4/11/2021 | 12/12/2021 |
| Spring school (extended) | 25/10/2021 | 17/11/2021 | 20/12/2021 | 13/2/2022 |
| 11 Week Session Feb | 1/2/2021 | 15/2/2021 | 8/3/2021 | 11/4/2021 |
| Winter school (late) | 21/6/2021 | 9/7/2021 | 2/8/2021 | 12/9/2021 |
* 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 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the value of biodiversity using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
- Quantify the biodiversity and habitat present in your local environment
- Create solutions for living in biodiverse environments
- Develop the skills to manage the biodiversity of your local environment
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010900 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Fully online |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Quizzes (x5) (30%)|Assessment Task 4: Backyard biodiversity management plan - (30%)|Assessment Task 2: Backyard biodiversity assessment (20%)|Assessment Task 3: Backyard habitat assessment (20%) |
| 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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