M.INC.ERST.611: Advanced Environmental Monitoring

Learning outcome:

ERST 611 covers advanced studies in environmental monitoring such as ecological monitoring, monitoring and management of aquatic systems, environmental indicators, and state of the environment reporting. It also includes a practical field study on monitoring. ERST 611 aims to produce competent state of the environment monitoring professionals. Topics: Indicators and indices - State of the environment reporting - Ecological monitoring

Courses and examinations
1. Lecture, Advanced Environmental Monitoring
Exam:
Written Exam

Courses and examinations
2. Seminar, Advanced Environmental Monitoring
Exam:
Written Essays (max 15-20 p)


Admission requirements:
50% of the subject grade is based on a major project that entails developing an ecological monitoring programme. This project involves field based, practical sampling and lab-based research.

Recommended previous knowledge:
None

Language:
English

Person responsible for module:
Glenn Stewart

Course frequency:
Academic Term each winter semester

Duration:
One semester

Number of repeat examinations permitted:
Twice

Recommended Semester:
First to third semester

Maximum number of students:
10