ENVL 3003 Environmental Risk Management
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 300858
Coordinator Samsul Huda Opens in new window
Description This subject examines the world of environmental risk management and will introduce students to environmental management systems including Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Auditing. The subject considers and examines the application of the precautionary principle in real world situations. Students will also be introduced to methods of quantitative risk assessment as applied to environmental and agricultural risks such as urban, peri-urban and rural growth; industrial and agricultural land use; contaminated land, and climate change.
School Science
Discipline Environmental Studies, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Equivalent Subjects ENVL 3004 - Environment Risk Management LGYA 6128 - Agriculture Risk
Restrictions
Successful completion of 120 credit points
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case study report | 3,000 words | 40 | N | Individual |
| Case Study | Each student will submit their report (maximum of 1,500 words) electronically | 20 | N | Individual |
| Test | 2 hours | 40 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods