Convenors: Dr Chris McElhinny* (Fenner School) and AProf John Mavrogenes (Research School of Earth Sciences)

* 2007 ANU College of Science Award for Individual Teaching Excellence

The course: is essential knowledge for anyone with a stake in Australia’s future. You’ll be introduced to the physical, chemical and biological processes that shaped our unique environment as a basis for understanding current environmental issues.

Dynamic weekly lectures (3 x 1hr) and tutorials (1hr) are complemented by interesting practicals. You will learn by hands on problem solving and observing, including two overnight field classes to alpine and coastal environments.

Proposed assessment: weekly practicals (20%), field trip reports (60%) and a short exam (20%).

Pre-requisites: none

Further information see StudyAt: ENVS1004