EAE2322 Environmental earth science
Faculty of Science
EAE2322 Environmental earth science is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 4 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 3 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before EAE2322
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After EAE2322
4 units list EAE2322 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE: One of ATS1301, ESC1011 or EAE1022
PROHIBITION: ATS2774, ESC2122, GES2170
Overview
Soils, water and vegetation are intimately related components of the natural environment which are critical to the development, maintenance and functioning of ecosystems. The unit will introduce you to concepts and processes in the
biotic and abiotic components of natural ecosystems and how humans influence these processes. This unit will provide you with an understanding how biotic and abiotic processes shape natural and managed ecosystems. The interaction between soils, water and vegetation, and their role in ecosystem functioning will be explored. The unit will also examine the broader-scale issues such as human and climatic influences on land and vegetation management and conservation, and their interactions.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Short practical class reports20%
- Workshop quizzes10%
- Final practical report20%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Identify the biotic and abiotic processes which support the development of Earth's biosphere and lead to the formation of soils and sediments, and how they interact to influence water quality and vegetation;
- 2
Demonstrate practical, hands-on experience in field description and laboratory analysis of vegetation, water quality sediments and soils;
- 3
Identify key soil- and sediment-forming materials and processes;
- 4
Explain the role of plants, vegetation and microorganisms in ecosystem functioning;
- 5
Analyse interactions between Australia's unique soils, water and vegetation and to apply this knowledge to the future conservation and management of these resources.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures12 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Practical activities36 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Teaching approachActive learning
The workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours spread across the semester (approximately 12 hours per week) - approximately an even mixture of attendance at scheduled activities such as workshops, lectures and laboratories, and self-scheduled study time. Learning activities comprise a mixture of instructor directed, peer-directed and self-directed learning, which includes face-to-face and online engagement.
One 2-day field trip on a weekend during semester
Learning resources
Technology resources
Students will need to bring their own laptop
Where it fits
EAE2322 is part of 9 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
- EARTHSC01CoreEarth scienceNo reviews yet
- EARTHSC02Additional earth science unitsEarth scienceNo reviews yet
- EARTHSC03CoreEarth scienceNo reviews yet
- ENVIROSC03CoreEnvironmental scienceNo reviews yet
- GEOGSCI09Additional geographical science unitsGeographical scienceNo reviews yet
- GEOGSCI10Additional geographical science unitsGeographical scienceNo reviews yet
- GEOGSCI11Additional geographical science unitsGeographical scienceNo reviews yet
- HUMNGEOG05Human geography elective unitsHuman geographyNo reviews yet
- HUMNGEOG06Human geography elective unitsHuman geographyNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Vanessa Wong
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Vanessa Wong
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EAE2322?
EAE2322 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after EAE2322?
EAE2322 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including EAE3132, EAE3321, EAE3342 and EAE3581.
When is EAE2322 offered?
In 2020, EAE2322 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does EAE2322 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include EAE2322?
EAE2322 is part of Earth science, Environmental science, Geographical science and Human geography.