211-359 Fire Ecology & Management

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Subject Description

On completing this subject, students should be competent in basic fire-weather forecasting; understand the principles of fire behaviour and the bases of fire danger ratings; understand the principles of fire protection; have skills in planning and selecting appropriate fire-protection strategies; understand the role and impact of fire in forest ecosystems; and have a knowledge of fire law.

Topics to be covered will include fire history in Australia, combustion theory, forest fire behaviour prediction, fuel hazard assessment, fire weather observation and forecasting, fire danger rating systems, ecological effects of fire in forests, prescribed burning techniques, fire planning, fire suppression strategies and techniques, and fire law and fire management principles.

Assessment

A 3-hour written examination at the end of the semester and practical assignments throughout the semester.