In this unit, you will study fisheries biology and population dynamics by exploring how age, growth, reproduction, and life history strategies affect the exploitation of fisheries species. The unit covers methods required for the biological investigation of population dynamics of a species, including computer exercises, and practical field and lab work. You will learn how to conduct fishery...

This unit introduces you to the theory and practice of competitively managing people in the workplace.  Throughout your study you will be asked to place yourself in the position of a Talent Manager and to use your creativity and ingenuity in mapping out people management strategies that will help Transport and Logistics (T&L) organisations maintain a competitive edge. More specifically, we...

Offers a systematic study of various forms of `disorder` in the post-Cold War era, with a particular focus on terrorism. States are increasingly confronted with unpredictable, internal and trans-national threats to their security, for example: new and diverse forms of terrorism and political violence; international organised crime and traffic in arms, drugs and people; religious nationalism and...

The unit will explore the nature of inclusive education in the 21st century with an emphasis on diversity and exceptionality. Based on a philosophical foundation that values every student and acknowledges the right of every student to the most appropriate educational opportunities, this unit involves independently researching and analysing the complex theoretical and practical issues associated...

This unit will further develop your knowledge and skills in the evidence-based assessment and management of obstetric and paediatric patients in the out-of-hospital setting. These patient groups have unique variances which require special attention in addition to the unique emotional aspects of managing this group of patients. Skills in managing a delivery and the care of the newborn will be...

This unit is designed to link and complement your program of study by introducing students to the work environment. The professional experience placement (PEP) provides students with 80 hours of industry experience within their general field of study. Students will be required to: demonstrate an understanding of the requirements for PEP and employment in the relevant discipline; demonstrate...

This unit builds upon the basic understanding of inorganic chemistry from level 200 and introduces more advanced topics. With particular focus on the application to the study of advanced inorganic topics including catalysis and sustainable reaction processes. The topics will include bonding and structure, catalytic reactions, applications to synthesis and industrial chemistry. Laboratory work...

Explores the nature of environmental crime and its social regulation. The unit has three main topical concerns: First, to investigate the nature of environmental crime from the point of view of legal, ecological and justice perspectives, with an emphasis on how environmental harm is socially constructed. Second, to investigate the nature of regulatory mechanisms and the social control of...

The way workforces are structured and organised is changing. This unit introduces and assesses future trends in human resource management in light of the key contemporary drivers of organisational change. The unit investigates the influence of digitisation and the ongoing transformation of the HR function. Students will explore the nature of future workforces, skills, transitions and job...

This unit is designed for students who wish to gain experience and skills to prepare them for teaching in rural locations within Tasmania, or remote locations in other Australian states or international locations, where schools may be small and classes comprised of students who have varied levels of prior education and experience. The unit is taught in 3 modules: Cultural and social dimensions...