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 206-311 Ecological Management

Availability

Burnley campus.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

2

Coordinator

Dr Greg Moore

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Subject Description

The principles of plant ecology are applied to the management of horticultural enterprises and resources such as nurseries, streetscapes, parks and gardens. The political, cultural, social and economic components of ecological decision making are applied to aspects of biodiversity, Australian plant communities, fire as a management tool, interpretation and ecological homeostasis. Students will participate in a case study that reveals aspects of the management of a real horticultural resource.

Assessment

Three-hour examination (50%) and two assignments equivalent to 3000 words (25% each).



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