2009 Course Handbook
SCED820: Coastal and Marine Systems
This unit examines the chemical and physical processes of near-shore coastal environments -- both aquatic and terrestrial. It examines coastal and marine biological communities and the impact of human activities on these systems. It also covers management issues relevant to marine environments including pollution, fisheries ecology, Marine Protected Areas and relevant legislation.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | -- |
| When Offered: |
X1 - External study; Offered in the first half-year
(On Campus session: No session) X2 - External study; Offered in the second half-year (On Campus session: No session) |
| Staff Contact: | Dr Glenn Hyndes (ECU) |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Faculty of Science |