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Problem Solving in Environmental Science (EVSC30002)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Semester 2
Overview
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This subject focuses on how science contributes to environmental decision-making and management. Students will investigate how science from different disciplines is used and apply it to the process of environmental monitoring and assessment. Workshops associated with each module will emphasize practical aspects of how decisions get made in the face of scientific uncertainty. An individual capstone project will provide opportunities for in-depth critical thinking and analysis in an area of interest chosen by the student. By the end of the subject, students will have a scientific toolbox that they can use to solve real-world environmental problems after graduation whether undertaking further study or in the workforce.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Examine the role of scientists in the process of environmental decision-making;
- Apply different scientific approaches to environmental problems;
- Analyse methods used for assessing human impacts on the natural environment;
- Evaluate statistical principles underlying the design of environmental impact assessment and monitoring; and
- Produce new ideas or solutions for environmental problems through a capstone experience.
Generic skills
Upon successful completion students should demonstrate the generic skills of being able to:
- employ highly developed conceptual, analytical, quantitative and technical skills;
- demonstrate adeptness with a range of technologies;
- evaluate the role of science in addressing current issues facing local and global communities;
- apply appropriate methods to solve a scientific problem, including the planning and undertaking of a significant project;
- work effectively in groups to meet a shared goal with people whose disciplinary and cultural backgrounds differ from their own; and
- communicate clearly and convincingly about science and technology to expert and non-expert audiences.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
EVSC30003 | Environmental Risk Assessment | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ECOL20003 | Ecology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
EVSC20004 | Blue Planet - Intro to Marine Biology | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
EVSC20007 | Modelling the Real World | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST20031 | Analysis of Biological Data | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
A statistics subject is strongly recommended.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
This subject requires all students to actively and safely participate in workshop activities. Students who feel their disability may impact upon their participation are encouraged to discuss this matter with the Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
---|---|---|
A written examination during class time, covering lecture and workshop material
| Week 10 | 20% |
Individual capstone project oral presentation during class time
| From Week 6 to Week 7 | 15% |
Individual written self-reflection based on workshops 1 and 2
| Week 4 | 7.5% |
Group graphical abstract based on workshops 3 or 4
| Week 6 | 7.5% |
Individual capstone project written report
| During the examination period | 50% |
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Suzie Reichman Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 2 x one-hour lectures per week, and 18 hours of workshops during the semester Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours
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Last updated: 27 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
This subject is available for science credit to students enrolled in the BSc (both pre-2008 and new degrees), BASc or a combined BSc course.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Environmental Science Major Environmental Science Major Environmental Science Informal specialisation Environments Discipline subjects Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 27 April 2024