BIO271 Applied Ecology (8)
This subject explores a range of issues central to the management and conservation of the biological environment. In particular, it seeks to provide an understanding of the functioning of ecosystems and an appreciation of the various impacts of human activity upon natural systems. Topics covered include environmental systems and models, terrestrial and aquatic ecology at the population, community and ecosystem levels. The subject covers a range of environmental and ethical issues such as endangered species conservation, kangaroo management, and the long and short term ecological impacts arising from unsustainable agricultural and other land-use practices and developments. Students are encouraged to approach each topic in an integrative way, bringing together relevant ecological theory, practical application and environmental ethics.