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Fenner School of Environment and Society · ANU College of Systems and Society
Environmental problems emerge from complex interactions between biophysical processes and human actors. Achieving sustainable futures requires understanding these systems and designing responses that take them into account. Advanced systems thinking and modelling tools are introduced to understand complex human-environment systems and to design strategies for achieving sustainable futures. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are covered. During the course, these methods are applied to cases including fisheries, agricultural communities, biodiversity conservation, food systems and climate change. The course aims to build skills for both research and professional settings.
Learning portfolio, including individual reflections, a group work product, a computer-based analysis and an interview-based analysis
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Systems thinking project: project proposal (600 words)
Learning outcomes 1, 2
Systems thinking project: progress presentation (10 mins)
Learning outcomes 3
Systems thinking project: final report (3000 words)
Learning outcomes 3, 4
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 17 x 3 hour teaching blocks throughout the semester. These will typically consist of 1 hour lecture and 2 hours workshops, but may be adjusted according to the needs of specific content. - Approximately 79 hours of self-directed study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks. Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions. Work Integrated Learning Projects Case studies and worked scenarios are drawn from industry partners using real world data. Other Information If you do not meet the requisites for this course, it may be possible to receive a permission code. If you are prompted for a permission code on ISIS, please request one online via the following form.
Nil Preliminary Reading There is no prescribed text for this course. Please refer to the course WATTLE site for readings. Once enrolled, please complete any pre-reading before the relevant lecture.