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Fenner School of Environment and Society · ANU College of Systems and Society
In environment and sustainability fields, research plays a major role in identifying the response of human and natural systems to spatial and temporal differences, disturbances and management actions. Achieving these research outcomes relies upon establishing research questions and testable hypotheses, applying appropriate data collection and analysis methods, critically assessing results, and effectively communicating the observations. That process is common to all science-based disciplines. ENVS1003 uses a PPDAC (Problem, Plan, Data, Analysis, Conclusion) cycle to introduce fundamental research concepts. You can expect to develop skills in ecological measurement and sampling, and designing and conducting surveys and experiments. You will also develop analytical skills, including data exploration and effective communication and analysis techniques common to all sciences. The course promotes learning through a combination of lectures, and field-/computer-based practical exercises. During field-based exercises you will gain first-hand experience in collecting ecological and social data. Honours Pathway Option This course participates in the Honours Pathway option run by the College of Science. Further information and expressions-of-interest will be provided at the commencement of the semester.
Four online quizzes
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Research design activity
Learning outcomes 2, 4, 5, 6
Final exam.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 2 x 1 hour lectures plus 1 x 3 hour field, discussion and computer-based practical per week. - Approximately 70 hours of self directed study which will include preparation for lectures, practicals and other assessment tasks. Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions. Work Integrated Learning Fieldwork Students may engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a component of the course Other Information Field-based teaching and learning activity forms an integral and important part of this course. Fieldwork activities are designed to allow you put the skills you’ve learned in the classroom into practice in new environments and provide powerful enrichment to student learning. Students will be expected to develop and practice personal field health and safety.
Not required.