BIO3092

Ecology and evolution of the Australian vegetation

(SCI)

Dr Jenny Read

6 points + Second semester + Clayton + Two 1-hour lectures, equivalent of 3 hours laboratory plus field work per week + Prerequisites: 16 points (BEnvSc 12 points) from level 2 BOT/ZOO/BIO to include BIO2011 + Recommended: BOT2031, BOT2042, BIO2022 + Prohibition: BOT3022

Synopsis: Factors influencing the distribution, composition and structure of Australian plant communities, and the characteristics of the component plant species. The role of contemporary environmental and historical factors. Methods of quantifying community parameters. There is a single day excursion to the Central Highlands and a five-day excursion to Wyperfeld National Park.

Assessment: Examination (2.5 hours): 60% + Practical work and field work: 40%