AUSTRALIAN FAUNA AND ECOLOGY
ZOO2FE
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject covers the evolution, biology and ecology of Australian terrestrial fauna. It will introduce different phyla, with a particular emphasis on Arthropoda and Chordata, how they differ in form and function, and in the use of keys for identifying them. The taxa considered include: insects, spiders, reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals. The unit places a strong emphasis on examining evolutionary processes and how this has contributed to diversity. In so doing, students will be introduced to important biogeographical and ecological concepts and processes that are relevant to Australian fauna. Practical classes involve identification of major invertebrate and vertebrate groups and make use of reserves managed by the University or Parks Victoria. They will introduce students to field survey techniques used in terrestrial and aquatic habitats and the appropriate presentation of invertebrate collections.
School: Life Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Richard Peters
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Available as Elective: No
Learning Activities: N/A
Capstone subject: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: BIO1EEB
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Quota Management Strategy: Merit based quota management
Quota-conditions or rules: Based on academic performance in BIO1EEB.
Special conditions: N/A
Minimum credit point requirement: N/A
Assumed knowledge: N/A
Career Ready
Career-focused: No
Work-based learning: No
Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A
Entire subject or partial subject: N/A
Total hours/days required: N/A
Location of WBL activity (region): N/A
WBL addtional requirements: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: 210
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Richard Peters
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.00 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Two online quizzesEquivalent to 1000 words | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2 |
1-hour written theory examEquivalent to 1000 words | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Practical class worksheetsEquivalent to 400 words | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Insect collection (specimen or pictorial)Equivalent to 1000 words | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO3, SILO4 |
Laboratory reportEquivalent to 1000 words | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |