BIO3314 Applied Ecology (FOSCI)

Units 1.0 (Ecology and Evolution) Band 2

Pre-requisite: BIO2208

Synopsis

THIS COURSE IS OFFERED IN EVEN-NUMBERED YEARS ONLY. The course provides knowledge of the habitat ecology, population dynamics and community ecology of terrestrial ecosystems, with an Australian focus. The main theory topics are the biogeography and adaptations of the Australian flora and fauna, principles and advanced applications of ecology and principles of wildlife and vegetation management. Advanced techniques in sampling and analysing animal and plant populations and communities are also explored. Practical work will include compulsory extended field studies.