Key facts
UNE unit code: SOIL431
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- Trimester 3 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
Build on your prior learning through a range of advanced soil science topics integral to sustainable soil resource management in an era of rapid change and scientific innovation.
The unit provides you with interactive and investigative learning opportunities, developing your understanding of different areas of soil science and applications in real-world contexts.
You will explore a range of current issues of significance in climate, population and sustainable resource use debates around the world including pollution, global nutrient balances, climate change and carbon farming, soil health assessment and soil education.
Facilitated online forums allow you to develop autonomy, independent judgement and articulate your learning, as you analyse, evaluate and discuss current issues of worldwide significance.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 3 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
Should you require 'permission of unit coordinator'-follow the steps below:
1. Contact the unit coordinator in writing (email).
2. Enrol online in the unit, completing the "waive prerequisites" form and attaching the Unit Coordinator's written approval.
3. Make contact via AskUNE in the event of any difficulties with the above steps.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- discuss current soil science issues in topical areas to demonstrate an advanced theoretical and technical knowledge of the subject and competency in communicating this information to others in written or verbal form;
- demonstrate the ability to analyse critically, evaluate, summarise and communicate information on current soil science issues;
- demonstrate an ability to apply insight and acquired knowledge on pertinent soil science issues into debates and professional practices; and
- generate and transmit solutions to complex problems in soil science today.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Assessments | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Five online assessments components each weighted 5%.It is mandatory to complete each of these five components in order to pass this unit. Students must obtain an average of at least 50% in these online assessment items to pass the unit No. Words: 500 |
| Written Assessments | Yes | 75% | All offerings | Five written assignments - each assignment 1100 words, each weighted 15%.It is mandatory to complete each of these five components in order to pass this unit. Students must obtain an average of at least 50% in these written assessment items to pass the unit No. Words: 5500 |
Learning resources
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