312137 v.1 Coastal Zone Management Major

Introduction

This major provides students with the knowledge and practical skills to plan and manage human activities while conserving the coastal environment. The emphasis of the course material is on science and management techniques for the aquatic environment. Fields of study include biology, aquatic animal production and management, environmental impact and assessment, aquatic resource management, geology and the physical environment of the coastal zone. The curriculum focuses on the Australian coastal zone, however, international case studies are incorporated. This degree is an opportunity to meet the need for increased research into the coastal environment while managing the sustainability of the current and future anthropogenic activities within the coastal zone.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 2 Semester 1
312383	v.1	Coastal Science 201	4.0	25.0
8306	v.9	Quantitative Biology 201	5.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 2 Semester 2
312384	v.1	Coastal Processes and Management 202	4.0	25.0
312385	v.1	Coral Reef Systems 202	4.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 3 Semester 1
312386	v.1	Marine Habitat Mapping 301	5.0	25.0
312387	v.1	Environmental Impact Assessment 301	4.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 3 Semester 2
312388	v.1	Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture 302	4.0	25.0
312389	v.1	Coastal Management and Policy 302	4.0	25.0
				50.0

Alternative optional units may be chosen in consultation with and the approval of the area head