SLE309 - Wildlife Conservation
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (B) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Previously coded as: | SQB309 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | M Weston |
| Prerequisite: | One of SQB220 or SLE220 plus one level 2 SLE, SQB, SBB or SQE coded-unit |
| Contact hours: | 3 x 1 hour lectures per week |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will focus on developing students' knowledge and understanding of Australian wildlife, particularly in relation to the major issues concerning the conservation and utilisation of these species. The unit examines the theoretical and practical applications of conservation biology with an emphasis given to conservation problems and their potential solutions in an Australian context. Topics covered include endangered species recovery programs; wildlife policy and management plans; computer applications in wildlife management and population modelling; applied problems in wildlife conservation, including harvesting/exploitation of wildlife, control of overabundant native wildlife and conservation of threatened species; and human dimensions of wildlife management and decision making.
Assessment
Two assignments (10% each) 20%, essay 2000 words 40%, examination 40%Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1006 | $1006 | $1006 | $3969 | $4390 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.