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 be asked 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 works best with a Microsoft operating system.
Summary
| Unit name | Reserve System Planning |
| Unit code | KGA532 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Tori Graham |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss system purposes, priorities, and methods that have guided the establishment of the Australian National Reserve System.
- Apply systematic conservation planning methods to identify spatial conservation priorities.
- Analyse government-driven and collaborative processes for identifying protected areas.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This is an online unit with independent learning as the primary mode of teaching. Note, the software taught in this course works best with a Microsoft operating system. For those with a Mac computer you will complete all technical tasks using our virtual machine or on the computers in the GIS lab. |
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| Assessment | National reserve systems and systematic planning discussion (20%)|Case study conservation planning process (30%)|Systematic conservation planning report (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required Readings are those provided by your Unit Coordinator within MyLO. |
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| Recommended | Recommended Readings are those provided by your Unit Coordinator within MyLO. |
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