Bachelor of Science (Environmental Earth Science)
Overview
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Description: |
A significant part of Australia’s export income is derived largely from the earth’s natural resources such as coal, oil, iron ore and even the soil on which our agricultural productivity is based. The environmental consequences of this resource use are the concerns of environmental earth scientists. The effects of mining on soils, water and biodiversity are studied in a multidisciplinary framework which provides effective options for sustainable resource use. JCU’s courses in environmental earth science place a strong emphasis on teaching practical skills and experience in fieldwork. |
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Duration: |
3 years fulltime |
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Mode: |
On campus, full or part time * |
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Workload: |
Normal workload expectations are a minimum of 10 hours per week for every subject, including class contact hours, preparation and time spent on assessment tasks. |
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Type: |
Undergraduate |
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Credit points: |
72 credit points o |
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Intake: |
February and August |
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Prerequisite/s: |
English (Chemistry and Geography desirable) |
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Campus: |
Townsville; Cairns |
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Faculty: |
Science, Engineering and Information Technology |
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QTAC code: |
316061 Townsville; 326061 Cairns |
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* Duration: Part-time study is available to domestic students only. o Credit points: Represent the combined value of individual subjects in a degree. One subject usually constitutes three credit points. |
Structure
Disclaimer - The list of subjects below is correct for 2008, but may change for 2009. Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses.
Townsville, Cairns (see below)
Level 1
EA1002:03 Environmental Earth Science
or
EA1110:03 Evolution of the Earth
Plus 3 credit points of either CH or CP level 1 subjects.
Plus 18 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science.
Level 2
Select one subject from the following:
EA2110:03 Sedimentary Geology
EA2220:03 Earth Materials
EA2510:03 Earth Resources, Exploration and Environment
EA2800:03 Marine Sedimentary Environments
and two of:
EA2006:03 Hydrology
EA2007:03 Applied Soil Science
EA2900:03 Introductory Field Geology
Plus
15 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science. The following are suggested:
BT2400:03 Flowering Plant Diversity
CH2002:03 Physical Chemistry
CH2012:03 Environmental Analytical Techniques
CH2022:03 Chemistry of the Elements
EA2120:03 Palaeontology and Stratigraphy
EA2300:03 Crustal Processes
EV2401:03 Australian Landscapes Processes and Evolution
EV2501:03 Introduction to Environmental Remote Sensing
EV2502:03 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Level 3
EA3700:03 Coastal Sedimentary Dynamics (Field Course)
EA3800:03 Earth and Environmental Geochemistry
and two of:
EA3005:03 Minesite Rehabilitation
EA3006:03 Land Degradation Field Studies
EA3610:03 Marine Geology and Palaeobiology
Plus
12 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science.
CAIRNS
Level 1
EA1002:03 Environmental Earth Science
or
EA1110:03 Evolution of the Earth
Plus
3 credit points from either CH or CP level 1 subjects.
Plus
18 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science.
Level 2
Select one of:
EA2510:03 Earth Resources, Exploration and Environment
EA2800:03 Marine Sedimentary Environments
Two subjects selected from:
EA2006:03 Hydrology
EA2007:03 Applied Soil Science
EA2900:03 Introductory Field Geology
Plus
15 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science.
Level 3
EA3005:03 Minesite Rehabilitation
EA3006:03 Land Degradation Field Studies
EA3700:03 Coastal Sedimentary Dynamics (Field Course)
EA3800:03 Earth and Environmental Geochemistry
Plus
12 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science.
Honours
Level 4 (Honours students only)
EA4301:12 Earth Science Honours (Part 1 of 2)
EA4302:12 Earth Science Honours (Part 2 of 2)
Note: There are other subjects available for students who wish to complete honours part-time. Students should contact the school for subject information.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a major in environmental earth science enter fields such as: resource exploration (oil, coal, minerals); resource and environmental impact assessment; mine site rehabilitation; natural disaster assessment, mitigation and recovery; and environmental monitoring and management.
Professional Recognition
This course is recognised by the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Graduates are eligible to join the following professional associations: Australian Institute of Geoscientists; Environment Institute of Australia; Geological Society of Australia; and The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
