12.5 Dr P Ades second semester 26 hours lectures, a 2-day field excursion, six 3-hour field or laboratory practicals, and 6 hours of self study instruction By completion of the subject the student should:

• Have a basic knowledge of the processes of surface rock and mineral formation.
• Understand the processes of formation of soils, landforms and landscapes.
• Be able to identify some indigenous forest species.
• Be aware of the scope and roles of the forest-based industries in Victoria.

Introduction to the landscape of south-eastern-Australia and the geological processes that resulted in the formation of that landscape. The relationship between crystalline structure, chemical composition and the physical properties of common minerals; rocks as aggregates of minerals; an introduction to igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and weathering processes. Introduction to the identification of some indigenous species and their habitats. Introduction to the forest-based industries in Victoria. A written 3-hour written examination at the end of the semester, and up to four short assignments or tests based on practical work. Costermans, L F, Trees of Victoria: An Illustrated Field Guide. 5th Edition. 1994 Renwick Pride Geological Society, Introducing Victoria 1989 Skinner, B. J. and Porter, S. C. , Physical Geology, 1987 Wiley