BIO3031

Marine and freshwater ecology

Dr Gerry Quinn

6 points
* First semester
* Clayton
* Two 1-hour lectures, equivalent of 3 hours laboratory + field work per week
* Prerequisites: BIO2011, ZOO2031 plus 8 points [4 points for BSc(Env)] from level 2 BOT/ZOO/BIO
* Corequisite: BIO3011
* Prohibition: ZOO3011
* Recommended: ZOO2042

Objectives This subject will provide students with an understanding of the ecological dynamics of marine and freshwater ecosystems, an appreciation of the role of humans in disturbing and exploiting aquatic ecosystems, and the skills to design, carry out and write up ecological investigations in aquatic habitats.

Synopsis This subject deals with marine and freshwater ecosystems; particular emphasis is placed on the structure and dynamics of communities of coastal marine habitats, estuaries, lakes, wetlands and streams, including the impact of humans. The practical component can be done either as a six-day field course at Queenscliff Marine Station in February (prerequisite: ZOO2031) or as equivalent time in the laboratory and on excursions during semester.

Assessment Examination (2.5 hours) 60%
* Practical work, field work and project work: 40%