NSCI6114 – Conservation and Biosecurity for Applied Science

Module code

NSCI6114

Module title

Conservation and Biosecurity for Applied Science

Prescription

The aim of this course is to develop theoretical knowledge and skills in conservation and biosecurity relevant to environment management and the applied sciences.

NZQA Level

Level 6

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Web-Enhanced

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 150

Resources required

Content: - Gondwanaland separating and evolution of species
- Gigantism, flightlessness, divaricating plants
- Vulnerability of New Zealand biota to invasion by exotic pests
- Conservation strategies used to protect endangered species and ecosystems in New Zealand and other countries
- The principles of designing and managing a conservation project
- Matauranga Maori perspective of biodiversity
- Importance of and threats to biodiversity in New Zealand and other countries.
- Removal or slowing the spread of invasive species
- Habitat preservation and restoration
- Replanting and relocation
- Breeding management
- Social, ethical, and cultural implications
- Border control
- The roles of agencies responsible for conservation and biosecurity in New Zealand.
- Pre-border, border, and post-border biosecurity strategies used in New Zealand
- Monitoring and surveillance
- Biological control
- Social, ethical, and cultural implications
Learning and Teaching Resource: All required and recommended resources are advised to aakonga via course outlines.
Learning Outcomes: LO1 Explore the origins and unique characteristics of Aotearoa New Zealand flora and fauna.
LO2 Review the conservation management of endangered species and ecosystems in Aotearoa New Zealand and other countries.
LO3 Evaluate how agencies in Aotearoa New Zealand prevent, detect, and manage biosecurity incursions.
Assessment Criteria: Assessment in this course is achievement-based. Aakonga must submit all specified assessment items and obtain at least 50% overall score in order to pass this course. Aakonga will be advised of all matters relating to summative assessment at the start of the course.
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Learning and teaching activities will employ a range of elements drawn from approved methods to align with the context of the learning (delivery mode, regional specific requirement, etc.) and any particular needs of the group of aakonga.