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ELS202 GEOS235 GEOS272 GEOS312 GEOS397 GEOS425 GEOS427 GEOS451
GEOS312 INVERTEBRATE PALAEONTOLOGY
4 credit points
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GEOS425 PALAEOBIOLOGY
4 credit points
In making our selection of the seven topics to be considered in this unit, we have given preference to areas where there are competing hypotheses, consideration of which will illuminate larger spheres of form, function and evolution. Topics may pay particular attention to shell form, musculature, vision and buoyancy of extinct invertebrates; palaeoengineering (including jaw mechanics and flight) and approaches to physiology and behaviour of extinct vertebrates and the interplay between palaeontology and neurophysiology. Seven critiques (limited to 600 words) are to be submitted. An 8-day field excursion to significant palaeontologic sites (these may include Ediacara, Victorian Palaeozoic and Tertiary sites, western New South Wales, Rockhampton area of Queensland) takes place in the April mid-semester break.
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GEOS427 PALAEOECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
2 credit points
This unit is "on the schedule" and counts as a 200 or 300 level unit. A student may enrol in this unit with GEOS312 as a co-requisite or with Invertebrate Zoology as a pre- or co-requisite. There is no final examination; assessment is based on written evaluations. There is an on-campus session on a weekend early in May. The unit deals with the interplay of palaeontology, geology, evolution and ecology. Fossil assemblages (marine, freshwater and terrestrial); palaeocommunities; palaeobiogeography; dynamics of provincialism, global life crises and ecosphere "rejuvenation".
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GEOS451 CORAL REEF DYNAMICS
3 credit points
This unit is "on the schedule" and counts as a 200 or 300 level unit. The unit aims to provide students with practical experience in a coral reef in environment in order to study the biodiversity and dynamics of a living reef, problems facing modern day reefs, and reefs through time. Excellent background for student teachers, biologists, environmentalists, students of natural history and earth sciences.
Module program: Lectures and seminars during the field work. One day (early March) spent at Macquarie in preparation, allocation of seminar topics, etc. Practical fieldwork on Heron Island on the Great Barrier Reef (9 days) during the April mid-semester break). Fieldwork in groups, involving traverses, quadrat mapping, faunal behaviour, population estimations, and seminars.
Background required: 200-level palaeontology, or 200-level ecology or zoology or equivalent. Special cases are considered.
Costs involved: Cost (Gladstone to Gladstone including travel by launch from Gladstone to Heron Island return, accommodation, food and bench fees at the Heron Island Research Station) is $AUD650. Students find their own way to and from Gladstone (most fly or travel by train) and meet at the Gladstone Marina at 10.30am on the first date of the excursion.
Assessment:
Short Review Paper & Quiz (15%) + Coral Workshop (5%)
20%
Fieldwork (based on group Lab book)
30%
at Heron Island
Tutor Assessment
10%
at Heron Island
Written assignment (1500 words)
20%
Lab Exam
20%
at Heron Island
(Note: Students enrolled GEOS856 must complete two assignments)
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GEOS235 PALAEONTOLOGY
3 credit points
A unit introducing students to the broad sweep of the history of life on Earth by focusing on the evolution, morphology and application of the important fossil groups; it also provides valuable background for biologists, archaeologists, physical geographers, geologists, and environmental scientists-in fact, to anyone interested in life-past or present. There is a weekend excursion in mid-October to an area 200 km NW of Sydney. Excellent background for biologists, earth scientists and student teachers.
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GEOS272 EARTH'S EVOLVING ENVIRONMENT
3 credit points
This unit provides a background from which participants may make informed decisions on current environmental concerns, no matter what those decisions might be. By looking at historical perspectives on the relations between Earth's atmosphere, oceans and biosphere we have a base from which to consider contemporary environmental issues. Excellent background for anyone from any faculty and a 'must' for student teachers at any level. No scientific background is assumed. Topics will be probed in lectures and seminars with the aid of videos and workshops. There is a one day excursion to the northern beaches area of Sydney. Assessment is based on short essays, exercises, and tests; no final examination.
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GEOS397 APPLIED PALAEONTOLOGY AND BIOGENIC SEDIMENTS
3 credit points
This unit focuses on using past life forms to solve environmental and geological problems. It is a practical unit, with fossil and recent materials used to elucidate problems concerning databases, biotopes, biofacies, proxies for climate change, palaeotemperature and palaeobathymetry, changes in vegetation and biodiversity, and the principles of chronologic alignment and isotopic signatures. It is especially useful for students interested in the environment, biology, Quaternary geology, palaeontology or geology. Optional fieldwork with a researcher in the Centre. Assessment based on practical exercises, major assignment and an examination.
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ELS202 INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND MUSEUMS PRACTICE
3 credit points
All students who have completed at least one year of study in either arts or science may enrol. It will appeal to anyone interested in information systems, 'virtual museums' or museums in general. The unit covers topics such as the philosophy of information organization and the role of museums; the collection, preservation and provision of access to materials; the mushrooming of stored knowledge related to digital storage of data: image capture; the social and political background to information storage; copyright issues; practical experience with digital curation of collectibles; web-based presentations and case studies. The unit is presented by staff from Macquarie's museums (e.g. Ancient Mediterranean Cultures, Australian History, the Art Gallery, Biology, Earth Sciences).
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