Examination Coursework Practical MODULE CODE Examination Test Coursework Type Coursework Type Practical Type Practical Type FULL TIME COURSE FHEQ level: 4 & 5 FdSc Conservation and Ecology For: Full Time Year 1, Stage 1 Core CORC1013C Personal and Employability Skills Development Essay 50% Report 50% ZOO6 Fieldwork Practical report (1) 50% Practical report (2) 50% CORN115 Diversity, Classification and Evolution Exam 40% Portfolio 60% CORN157 Introduction to Ecology Test 50% Coursework 50% CORN161 Bird Survey Techniques Test 50% Coursework 50% AQU105 Ecology of Aquatic Systems Exam 40% Coursework 60% CORN106 History of the British Countryside Report 50% Presentation 50% CORN107 Habitats & Communities Workshop 100% Year 2, Stage 2 Core CORN241 Vertebrate Zoology & Conservation Exam 40% Report & Presentation 60%
CORN218 Genetics for Conservation Exam 50% Coursework 50% NQS219 Individual Research Project Proposal 35% Report 65% CORN248 Habitat Survey & GIS Coursework 100% CORN247 Ecology & Conservation in Practice Poster & report 100% Students must choose one 10 credit and one 20 credit title from the following optional modules: CORN215 Survey & Management of Mammals Coursework 100% CORN214 Invertebrate Ecology & Survey Exam 50% Assignment 50% CORN212 Freshwater Ecology Exam 50% Assignment 50% CORN271 Reptile & Amphibian Ecology and Surveying Exam 40% Coursework 60% CORN211 Global Ecology Exam 50% Report & Poster 50% CORN213 Behavioural Ecology Exam 50% Management Plan 50% CORN249 Conservation and Consultancy in Practice Coursework 100% PART TIME COURSE FHEQ level: 4 & 5 FdSc Conservation and Ecology Part Time Year 1, Stage 1 Core
NQS219 Individual Research Project Proposal 35% Report 65% CORN241 Vertebrate Zoology & Conservation Exam 40% Report & Presentation 60% CORN247 Ecology & Conservation in Practice Poster & report 100% CORN271 Reptile & Amphibian Ecology and Surveying (Option) Test 50% Coursework 50% CORN212 Freshwater Ecology (Option) Exam 50% Assignment 50%
Appendix Programme Specification – to be the latest version associated with the programme PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION Programme Title: FdSc Conservation and Ecology Partner Delivering Institution: Cornwall College, Newquay State Date: 2016-17 First Award Date: 2017-18 Date(s) of Revision(s) to this Document: This programme specification template aligns with recommendations within the UK Quality Code for Higher Education. The information provided, by the programme proposer, in each section is definitively agreed between the delivering institution and Plymouth University at approval. Therefore any requests for changes to content (post the conditions set at approval) must follow Plymouth University’s procedures for making changes to partnership programmes.
The ability to identify and plan for suitable careers and be effective at applying for employment. The wider skills needed to be successful in employment in a formal or informal educational role. PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) By the end of this programme the student will be able to: Demonstrate a knowledge of the fundamentals of biological science. Demonstrate an understanding of the political, economic and sociological context of education and conservation. Communicate using a range of media on issues relating to science and natural history. Initiate and undertake critical analysis of scientific evidence and to communicate scientific information effectively to different target audiences Function as autonomous learners equipped to cope with third year degree studies. Plan for suitable careers and be effective at applying for employment. Demonstrate the wider skills needed to be successful in employment in a formal or informal educational role. Evaluate evidence, arguments and assumptions, to reach sound judgements, and to propose solutions to problems arising from their evaluations and judgements. PS7. Distinctive Features This text is definitively approved at programme approval and therefore may be directly used for promotion of the programme without the need for further confirmation: The programme is intended to develop: An enthusiasm for learning, in general, and biological science, natural history and education, in particular. An understanding of the political, economic and sociological context of wildlife science and conservation, wildlife education, public relations and the media. The ability to communicate effectively in a range of contexts relating to wildlife science and conservation, and be confident in using a range of media. Knowledge, understanding and skills in fundamental biology, wildlife science and conservation, wildlife education, public relations and the media.
Quantities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility An exposition for embedding Employment Related Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme: The learner has demonstrated an understanding of organisational and work based practices; they have out theory in to practice by applying and developing discipline relates skills, knowledge and understanding. Practical Skills: For this sub-bachelor level programme the following has been informed by the Foundation Degree Qualification Benchmark (FDQB), as well as QAA. Education Studies (transferable skills 2) Earth Science, Environmental Sciences (3.3.6 & 3.3.5) Communication, media, film and cultural studies (4.3.1) A threshold pass: communicating appropriately to a variety of audiences in written, verbal and graphical forms be competent users of ICT in their study and other appropriate situations undertaking field and laboratory investigations in a responsible and safe manner, paying due attention to risk assessment, rights of access, relevant health and safety regulations, and sensitivity to the impact of investigations on the environment and stakeholders referencing work in an appropriate manner The ability to produce work which Primary: Lectures, tutorials, guided study, group presentations, learning from work, practical industry related sessions Secondary/Supplementary: Guided practical and laboratory experience, guided field work a,b,c,d,e 1,2,3,4,5,6 Project work Competence in a range of communication techniques CORN1013C: Personal and Employability Skills Development CORN115: Diversity, Classification and Evolution CORN161: Bird Survey Techniques CORN106: History of the British Countryside CORN107: Habitats & Communities NQS219: Individual Research Project CORN248: Habitat Survey & GIS
Items in this section must be considered annually and amended as appropriate, in conjunction with the Module Review Process. Some parts of this page may be used in the KIS return and published on the extranet as a guide for prospective students. Further details for current students should be provided in module guidance notes. ACADEMIC YEAR: 2016-2017 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 112 MODULE LEADER: Thais Martins OTHER MODULE STAFF: SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT • Distribution of rare and threated avian species • Shore counts, low tide surveys, roost counts, spot counts, transects, multiple counts, avian habitat surveys • Use of equipment: telescopes, spots, binoculars, ringing. • Reporting, accuracy and evaluation SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING [Use HESA KIS definitions] Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional Information Lecture 7 Supervised Time in Studio/workshop 7 Fieldwork 29 Guided Independent study 57 Total 100 (NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc) Category Element Component Name Component Weighting Comments include links to learning objectives Written exam E_ % Total = 100% T1 100% Total = 100% Coursework C1 100% Total = 100% Practical P_ % Total = 100% Updated by: Date: Approved by: Date: Recommended Texts and Sources: SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD. Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code. MODULE CODE: CORN106 MODULE TITLE: History of the British Countryside CREDITS: 10 FHEQ Level: 4 JACS CODE: V300
SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING [Use HESA KIS definitions] Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional Information Lecture 24 Seminar 4 Fieldwork 40 External Visits 4 Guided Independent Study 128 Total 200 (NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc) Category Element Component Name Component Weighting Comments include links to learning objectives Written exam E1 100% Total = 100% T_ % Total = 100% Coursework C1 100% Total = 100% Practical P_ % Total = 100% Updated by: Date: Approved by: Date: Recommended Texts and Sources: Barnes, RSK and Mann KH (eds) (1990) Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecology. Chalmers N, and Parker P, (1989) OU Project guide Fieldwork and Statistics for Ecological Projects Fish J & Fish S (1996) A Students Guide to the Seashore Cambridge University Press Michel J Kaiser et al (2005) Marine Ecology Processes, Systems, and Impacts Oxford University Press Gibson R et al (2001) Photographic Guide to Sea and Shore Life of Britain and North-west Europe Oxford University Press Giller P, (1998) The Biology of Streams and Rivers Oxford University Press Bronmark C. (2005) The Biology of Lakes and Ponds Oxford University Press Clark R (2001) Marine Pollution Oxford University Press SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD. Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code. MODULE CODE: CORN241 MODULE TITLE: Vertebrate Zoology and Conservation CREDITS: 20 FHEQ Level: 5 JACS CODE: C300 PRE-REQUISITES: None CO-REQUISITES: None COMPENSATABLE: Y
Items in this section must be considered annually and amended as appropriate, in conjunction with the Module Review Process. Some parts of this page may be used in the KIS return and published on the extranet as a guide for prospective students. Further details for current students should be provided in module guidance notes. ACADEMIC YEAR: 2016-2017 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 112 MODULE LEADER: Angus Jackson OTHER MODULE STAFF: SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT Invertebrate ecology – insects, arachnids and scorpions, crustaceans, centipedes and millipedes. Freshwater invertebrates and marine invertebrates. Survey methods including topics such as: transects, quadrats, random and stratified samples; kick samples, sweep samples; nets; CBC techniques; Basic statistics and interpretation of results Development of survey method, reporting and presentation of data SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING [Use HESA KIS definitions] Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional Information Lecture 31 Practical Classes and Workshops 21 Guided Independent study 148 Total 200 (NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc) Category Element Component Name Component Weighting Comments include links to learning objectives Written exam E1 100% Total = 100% T_ % Total = 100% Coursework C1 Field Survey 100% Total = 100% Practical P_ % Total = 100% Updated by: Date: Approved by: Date: Recommended Texts and Sources: Henderson, P.A. (2003) Practical Methods in Ecology (Paperback) Blackwell Science Ltd Heath, D., 2000. Introduction to experimental design and statistics for biology. London: Taylor Francis. Brower, Zar & von Ende (1997) Field and Laboratory Methods for General Ecology McGraw-Hill Higher Education; 4th edition. McCleery, Watt & Hart (2007) Introduction to Statistics for Biology (Paperback) Chapman & Hall/CRC; 3rd Rev Ed edition Sutherland, W.J. (2006) Ecological Census Techniques: A Handbook (Paperback) Cambridge
Press. Dodds, W. (2002) Freshwater Ecology: Concepts and Environmental Applications Academic press Lampert, W. and Sommer, U. (2007) Limnoecology: The Ecology of Lakes and Streams van der Valk, A. G. (2006) The Biology of Freshwater Wetlands (Biology of Habitats) Oxford University Press. SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD. Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code. MODULE CODE: CORN271 MODULE TITLE: Reptile and Amphibian Ecology and Surveying CREDITS: 10 FHEQ Level: 5 JACS CODE: C180 PRE-REQUISITES: None CO-REQUISITES: None COMPENSATABLE: Yes SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (max 425 characters) This module looks at the ecology of herpetofauna and surveying, with management methods to improve habitats for species ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT Use HESA KIS definitions] WRITTEN EXAMINATION COURSEWORK PRACTICAL E1 (Examination) % C1 (Coursework) 50% P1 (Practical) % or Pass/Fail (delete as appropriate) E2 (Clinical Examination) % A1 (Generic Assessment) % T1 (Test) 50 % SUBJECT ASSESSMENT PANEL Group to which module should be linked: Newquay Professional body minimum pass mark requirement: N/A MODULE AIMS: To increase the students’ knowledge of reptile and amphibian ecology, with a focus on UK species. Aim to teach the students a variety of survey techniques and habitat management ideas, relevant to real-world situations. ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (additional guidance below) At the end of the module the learner will be expected to be able to: Demonstrate a knowledge of the ecology of native and common introduced reptile and amphibian species. Know a variety of survey techniques and choose appropriate ones for the situation. Have an understanding of habitat management techniques and monitoring for herpetofauna and legislation supporting this.