Landscape Ecology
Environment
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Lincoln University
This course introduces the fundamentals of landscape ecology theory and its application to the design of healthy and sustainable landscapes.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln
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Critical discussion of landscape ecology concepts
Critically discuss key landscape ecology concepts, theories, and principles.
Landscape inventory and analysis
Inventory and analyse landscape components in terms of meeting design objectives supported by landscape ecology theory.
Landscape design using ecological methodologies
Place and design landscape components and systems using appropriate methodologies.
What You're Signing Up For
Landscape Ecology (LASC 312) provides students with an understanding of key landscape ecology concepts and their application in the assessment, design, and communication of sustainable landscapes. Through this course, students will learn to critically discuss core ecological principles, analyze landscape components, and apply methodologies in landscape planning and design using ecology as a framework.
Course Content
- Landscape ecology concepts, theories, and principles
- Inventory and analysis of landscape components
- Design of landscape components and systems
- Application of ecological methodologies to landscape design
- Communication methods for landscape projects
What you need to know first
A minimum of 15 credit points from Introduction to Earth and Ecological Sciences (ENSC-101)
A minimum of 15 credit points from Planting Design and Management (LASC-211), Ecology II: Principles of Ecology (ECOL-201), or Biological Diversity (ECOL-202)
OR a minimum of 15 credit points from Introduction to Earth Science (PHSC-105)
AND a minimum of 15 credit points from Ecology I: New Zealand Ecology and Conservation (ECOL-103)
AND a minimum of 15 credit points from Planting Design and Management (LASC-211), Ecology II: Principles of Ecology (ECOL-201), or Biological Diversity (ECOL-202)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental management
Landscape architecture
Ecological consultancy
Future employment opportunities might be
Landscape ecologist
Environmental consultant
Sustainability planner
Landscape designer
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