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MEMBERS OF THE CURRICULUM COMMITTEE:

CURRICULUM COMMITTEE MEETING – THURSDAY 14 MAY 2020

S U P PL E M E N T A R Y A G E N D A

PART 3 – ITEM FOR DISCUSSION AND DECISION

7. NEW UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM PROPOSALS FROM 2020

In response to COVID-19, members will note that the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) has

now recognised Undergraduate Certificates. Further details of this award are still to be determined.

For example the AQF Level for this award is not yet known. In turn the offering of Undergraduate

Certificates at UWA has been endorsed.

In light of the new award, members’ are asked to consider a number of new Undergraduate

Certificate proposals (Attachment D).

For discussion, endorsement and referral to the Academic Council.

8. NEW POSTGRADUATE CURRICULUM PROPOSALS FROM 2020

In response to COVID-19, members will note that the principle of offering a number of short courses

at Postgraduate level has been endorsed.

In light to this, members’ are asked to consider a number of Graduate Certificates that have been

submitted in response to this initiative (Attachment E).

For discussion, endorsement and referral to the Academic Council.

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Proposed undergraduate certificate as at 14-05-2020

CU001 Undergraduate Certificate in EnvironmentalStudies

TRIM: F20/1204ID: 1

This undergraduate certificate is not yet approved.

Undergraduate certificate information

Code CU001

Title Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Studies

Faculty Science

ResponsibleOrganisationalEntity

Agriculture and Environment

Proposed 14/05/2020

First year of offer 2020

Availability {"Availability" blank}

Entry requirements

Prerequisites EntryRequirements

MAP Admission Requirements

Academic information

About this course The fully online Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Studies combines a range of units in Environmental Science.These units lay the groundwork for understanding environmental global challenges, human impact on the environment andenvironmental management and innovation. These units provide hands-on, transferable scientific, economic, problemsolving and communication skills, enhancing student's employability and opportunities for further study in theenvironmental field. .

Units in the certificate build a basis for continuing on at UWA with a major in agricultural science, agricultural technology,agribusiness, environmental science, or environmental management.

Outcomes Students are able to (1) develop enhanced analytical, research and communication skills; (2) understand the diversity andfunction of animals, plants and fungi and their adaptations and relationship with the environment; (3) understand globalenvironmental challenges and how to balance economic wellbeing whilst protecting the environment; and (4) enhance theknowledge and skills required for employment-related to environmental sciences.

Unit sequence

For students without ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take the following 12 pointsPlease note: MATH1720 to be taken in winter:

MATH1720 Mathematics Fundamentals 6 points Active

PACM1100 Professional and Academic Communications 6 points Active

For students with ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take 6 points:

MATH1721 Mathematics Foundations: Methods 6 points Active

Take all units (12 points):

BIOL1131 Plant and Animal Biology 6 points Active

ECON1120 Environmental Economics 1 6 points Active

http://www.caidi.uwa.edu.au/summary.php?type=Unit&id=5107





D2

Students with ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take 6 points. Note ATAR or equivalent prerequisites are required for some units:

ANHB1102 Human Biology II: Being Human 6 points Active

CHEM1001 Chemistry—Properties and Energetics 6 points Active

CHEM1002 Chemistry—Structure and Reactivity 6 points Active

CHEM1003 Introductory Chemistry 6 points Active

CHEM1004 Biological Chemistry 6 points Active

EART1104 Discovering Earth 6 points Active

NEUR1001 Neuroscience in Society 6 points Active

PSYC1102 Psychology: Behaviour in Context 6 points Active

SCIE1104 Science, Society and Data Analysis 6 points Active

SCIE1106 Molecular Biology of the Cell 6 points Active

SSEH1102 Applied Anatomy and Athletic Performance 6 points Active

SSEH1103 Physical Fitness and Health 6 points Active

SSEH1104 Active Leadership 1: Developing Leadership Skills 6 points Active

History and committee endorsements/approvals

Event Date Outcome

School / ROE 14-05-2020 Endorsed: Head of SchoolApproval reference: [email protected]

Faculty 14-05-2020 Endorsed: Faculty approval by ADLT ScienceApproval reference: [email protected]

Curriculum Committee Not yet endorsed

Academic Council Not yet approved

Displaying data as it is on 14/05/2020. Report generated 14/05/20 02:05.














D3


CU002 Undergraduate Certificate in BiologicalSciences

TRIM: {"TRIM" blank}ID: 2



Code CU002

Title Undergraduate Certificate in Biological Sciences

Faculty Science


Biological Sciences

Proposed 14/05/2020



Entry requirements




About this course The fully online Undergraduate Certificate in Biological Sciences provides a combination of units that give a fundamentalunderstanding of how living organisms grow, adapt, and interact with the world around them. These units provide hands-on,transferable scientific, problem solving and communication skills, enhancing student's employability and opportunities forfurther study in biological sciences.

Units in the certificate form the basis to continue on at UWA with a major in botany, conservation biology, marine science,zoology, neuroscience, anatomy and human biology, and physiology.

Outcomes Students are able to (1) develop enhanced analytical, research and communication skills; (2) understand the diversity andfunction of animals, plants and fungi and their adaptations and relationship with the environment; (3) describe the geneticand evolutionary processes which determine human differences within and between populations and describe the basicstructure and function of the human body; and (4) enhance the knowledge and skills required for employment-related tobiological sciences.

Unit sequence

For students without ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take all units from this group (12 points). Please note: MATH1720 to be taken in winter:



For students with ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take the following unit from this group (6 points):










D4

Take 6 points. Note ATAR or equivalent prerequisites are required for some units:















Event Date Outcome





This item does not yet have a TRIM file reference.















D5


CU003 Undergraduate Certificate in Health andFitness

TRIM: {"TRIM" blank}ID: 3



Code CU003

Title Undergraduate Certificate in Health and Fitness

Faculty Science


Human Sciences

Proposed 14/05/2020



Entry requirements




About this course The fully online Undergraduate Certificate in Health and Fitness teaches what it means to be human, from structure,function, development, and performance. This Undergraduate Certificate provides a fundamental understanding of health,fitness, behavioural characteristics and their application in sport and exercise science. Units provide hands-on, transferablescientific, problem-solving, and communication skills that enhance student's employability and opportunities for furtherstudy in the in earth sciences.

Units in the certificate form the basis for continuing at UWA with a major in sports science or exercise health or theaccredited sports science/exercise health double major.

Outcomes Students are able to (1) develop enhanced analytical, research and communication skills; (2) understand the role of variousphysical capabilities of competitive athletes and apply measurement techniques to analyse these physical capabilities; (3)understand the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems and the necessity of a physically active lifestyle for health andwellbeing; and (4) enhance the knowledge and skills required for employment-related to health and fitness.

Unit sequence

For students with ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take the following unit from this group (6 points). MATH1720 to be taken in winter:





For students without ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take all units from this group (12 points). MATH1720 to be taken in winter.








D6

For students with ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take one unit from this group (6 points). Note ATAR or equivalent prerequisites are requiredfor some units.















Event Date Outcome




















D7


CU004 Undergraduate Certificate in Earth ScienceTRIM: {"TRIM" blank}

ID: 4



Code CU004

Title Undergraduate Certificate in Earth Science

Faculty Science


Earth Sciences

Proposed 14/05/2020



Entry requirements




About this course The fully online Undergraduate Certificate in Earth Science provides knowledge and experience that gives insight into howour planet works, the time and spatial scales on which geological processes operate, and how society uses the Earth'svaluable natural resources. These units provide hands-on, transferable scientific, problem-solving, and communication skillsthat enhance student's employability and opportunities further study in the in earth sciences.

Units in the certificate provide the initial structure for continuing at UWA with a major in geology or marine and coastalprocesses, with high-quality training and a history of successful industry and government collaboration.

Outcomes Students are able to (1) develop enhanced analytical, research and communication skills; (2) understand fundamentalgeological concepts and processes and how to apply this knowledge to real-world issues; (3) understand the diversity andfunction of animals, plants and fungi and their adaptations and relationship with the environment; and (4) enhance theknowledge and skills required for employment-related to earth sciences.

Unit sequence

For students without ATAR Mathematics or equivalent take the following 12 pointsPlease note: MATH1720 to be taken in winter:













D8














Event Date Outcome


















D9


CU005 Undergraduate Certificate in BusinessTRIM: {"TRIM" blank}

ID: 5



Code CU005

Title Undergraduate Certificate in Business

Faculty Arts, Business, Law and Education


UWA Business School

Coordinator Prof Phil Hancock

Proposed 14/05/2020



Entry requirements


To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:a) Mature age access pathway https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/mature-age-access-program; andb) be in receipt of JobSeeker or JobKeeper allowance at the point of enrolment; andc) i) Year 12 completion and 2 years of work experience; orii) STAT test.


About this course This course is designed to provide foundational understanding of business and key skills for a career in private, not-forprofitand government sectors.

Outcomes Students are able to demonstrate foundational understanding of business and key skills for a career in private, not-for profitand government sectors..

Unit sequence



Take unit(s) to the value of 18 points:

ACCT1101 Financial Accounting 6 points Active

ECON1101 Microeconomics: Prices and Markets 6 points Active

MGMT1135 Organisational Behaviour 6 points Active

MGMT1136 Management and Organisations 6 points Active

MKTG1203 Introduction to Marketing 6 points Active


Event Date Outcome

School / ROE 14-05-2020 Endorsed: TBAApproval reference: TBA

Faculty 14-05-2020 Endorsed: Approved by ADLT under delegated authorityApproval reference: TBA









D10



D11


CU006 Undergraduate Certificate in Data ScienceTRIM: F20/1200

ID: 6



Code CU006

Title Undergraduate Certificate in Data Science

Faculty Engineering and Mathematical Sciences


Physics, Mathematics and Computing

Proposed 14/05/2020



Entry requirements


To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:a) Mature age access pathway https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/mature-age-access-program; orb) Year 12 completion


About this course Computing and data analysis skills are becoming necessary in an ever-increasing number of disciplines and workplacecontexts. This certificate will provide you with a foundation in data and scientific computation and an articulation pathwayinto the Data Science major.

Outcomes Students are able to demonstrate foundational computing and data analysis skills.

Unit sequence


CITS1401 Computational Thinking with Python 6 points Active

PACM1101 Communication in Practice 6 points Active

STAT1400 Statistics for Science 6 points Active

For students who have not completed Math Applications ATAR, take MATH1720 in the winter teaching period.


For students who have completed Math Applications ATAR or equivalent, take CITS1402.

CITS1402 Relational Database Management Systems 6 points Active


Event Date Outcome

Faculty 14-05-2020 Endorsed: TBAApproval reference: TBA









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Proposed postgraduate coursework course (academic proposal) as at 14-05-2020

12290 Graduate Certificate in Urban and RegionalPlanning

TRIM: F36601ID: 1497

This postgraduate coursework course is not yet approved.

Administrative details



Social Sciences

Coordinator Dr Julian Clifton

Details

Course code 12290

Title Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning

Abbreviation ofaward

GradCertURPln

Type of degreecourse

Graduate Certificate

AQF course type andlevel

Graduate Certificate — Level 8

Structure type Named

About this course Urban and regional planners are responsible for ensuring that cities, towns and regions have vibrant economies andcommunities, provide for a high quality of life, and are environmentally sustainable. To achieve this, planners need a goodunderstanding of the way in which societies, economies and environments operate and interact. This course developsstudents' knowledge of concepts and methods, in urban and regional planning and their ability to apply research skills toplanning issues.

Course hasspecialisations

No specialisations found.

Proposed 14/05/2020


Volume of learning

Volume of learning 24 points

Does minimumvolume of learningcorrespond tostandard admissionrequirements?

Yes

Admission requirements

Admissionrequirements:categories

Other

Other TBA

Overview

Overview of theproposed course

This course is established in response to Minister Tehan's call for short courses (graduate certificates) to be offered inresponse to the employment impacts of coronavirus. This course offers an introduction to urban and regional planning atgraduate certificate level through four units of 6 points each.

E2

Course availability for students

Course offered tostudent categories

Domestic fee-paying;

Course to beregistered onCRICOS?

Yes

Rules

Applicability of theStudent Rules,policies andprocedures

1.(1) The Student Rules apply to students in this course.

(2) The policy, policy statements and guidance documents and student procedures apply, except as otherwise indicated inthe rules for this course.

Academic ConductEssentials module

2.(1) Except as stated in (2), a student who enrols in this course for the first time irrespective of whether they havepreviously been enrolled in another course of the University, must undertake the Academic Conduct Essentials module (theACE module).

(2) A student who has previously achieved a result of Ungraded Pass (UP) for the ACE module is not required to repeat themodule.

Admission rules -English languagecompetencyrequirements

3. To be considered eligible for consideration for admission to this course an applicant must satisfy the University's Englishlanguage competence requirement as set out in the University Policy on Admission: Coursework.

Admission rules -admissionrequirements

4. To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—The 2020 offering does not include admissionrequirements in line with Minister Tehan's call.

Admission rules -ranking andselection

5. Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevantrequirements.

Articulation and ExitAwards

6. This course does not form part of an articulated sequence.

Course structure 7.(1) The course consists of units to a total value of 24 points.

(2) Units must be selected in accordance with the course structure, as set out in these rules.

Satisfactoryprogress rule

8. A student who does not pass units to a value of at least half the total points value of units for which they are enrolled, orwho fails the same unit twice, will not have made satisfactory progress.

9. A student who has not achieved a result of Ungraded Pass (UP) for the ACE module when their progress status isassessed will not have made satisfactory progress even if they have met the other requirements for satisfactory progress inRule 8.

Progress status 10. Students who fail to make satisfactory progress under Rule 6 are assigned a progress status of 'Excluded' by the Facultyunless the Faculty determines otherwise in light of exceptional circumstances.

11. A student who does not make satisfactory progress in terms of Rule 9 is assigned the progress status of 'On Probation',unless they have been assigned a progress status of 'Suspended' or 'Excluded' for failure to meet other satisfactory progressrequirements in Rule 8.

Award withdistinction rule

12. This rule is not applicable to this course.

Exceptions to standard rules

Justification foralternative clausefor satisfactoryprogress

Approved exception to University Policy.

Experiential Learning

Type of experientiallearning

Simulated workplace learning;

Experientiallearning requiredfor accreditation?

No

List the units in thecourse’s unitsequence thatinclude experientiallearning activities

PLNG5403

http://www.governance.uwa.edu.au/procedures/policies/policies-and-procedures?method=document&id=UP16/5

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Overview of theexperientiallearning activitiesincluded in thecourse

A policy brief is a component of assessment in this unit.

How do experientiallearning activitiescontribute toachieving thelearning outcomesof the course?

Writing a policy brief addresses the need to demonstrate communication skills to a variety of audiences.

Course structure


GEOG4003 Fundamentals of Planning 6 points Proposed

PLNG5403 Planning and Governance 6 points Active

PLNG5411 Urban and Regional Analysis 6 points Active

URBD5805 Contemporary Urbanism 6 points Active

Australian Qualification Framework outcomes

AQF outcomes:Knowledge

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning will:(1) Have an understanding of how urban and regional planning has evolved over time(2) Understand the key legal and administrative systems underlying planning.(3) Understand the key links between planning and urban and regional development(4) Appreciate the role of planning in shaping the economic, social and ecological characteristics of cities and regions.(5) Be able to communicate concepts in urban and regional planning to a range of audiences, and through a variety ofmediums.

AQF outcomes:Skills

This course develops students' cognitive skills in understanding, evaluating and collating data and information from avariety of sources. It encourages creative and analytical thinking and these are assessed throughout the programme.

AQF outcomes:Application ofknowledge andskills

Students are required to develop and defend their own opinions based on their understanding and judgement of primaryand secondary data.

Educational principles

Educational Principles Proposer response

Educational Principle 1To develop disciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledge andskills through study and research-based enquiry, atinternationally recognised levels of excellence.- to think, reason and analyse logically and creatively - toquestion accepted wisdom and be open to innovation- to acquire the skills needed to embrace rapidly changingtechnologies

Students are engaged in active debate and discussion regards key aspects of urban andregional planning, requiring creative thinking and negotiation skills to be developed. Creativethinking and action are components of activity and assessment in all four units comprising theGrad Cert.

Educational Principle 2To further develop skills required to learn, and to continuethrough life to learn, from a variety of sources andexperiences.- to develop attitudes which value learning- to acquire skills in information literacy

Students are required to critically evaluate literature sources and examples of real worldplanning activities, encouraging literacy in analysis of both primary and secondary sources ofinformation.

Educational Principle 3To develop personal, social, and ethical awareness in aninternational context- to acquire cultural literacy- to respect Indigenous knowledge, values and culture- to develop ethical approaches and mature judgement inpractical and academic matters- to develop the capacity for effective citizenship, leadershipand teamwork

Planning involves the balancing of competing interests and students are actively engaged inthis process throughout the programme. Individual and teamwork skills are developed throughassessment in all units within the programme.

Educational Principle 4To communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately in arange of contexts- to develop spoken and written English communication skillsat high levels- to acquire skills in critical literacy and interpersonalcommunication

Communication skills, both oral and written, are developed through in-class activities andassessment tasks.





E4

Employment destinations

Employmentdestinations

Town planning, regional planning, urban development

Rationale forexpectedemploymentdestinations

The course provides essential background material for those seeking to enter these professions and for individuals withinthese areas who are engaged in professional development.

Course delivery

Mode of delivery Internal

Location(s)delivered

Location Percentage

UWA (Crawley) 100%

% of units taught innon-standardsemesters

20% units in non-standard teaching periods

Duration, intake and attendance

Duration of course 0.5 years

Duration of courseat maximum volumeof learning

0.5 years

Intake periods(broad)

Mid-year only

Intake periods(specific teachingperiods)

Semester 2

Attendance type Full- or part-time

Time limit 4 years

Additional Information

Additionalinformation(detailed proposal)

This Grad Cert is offered in response to Minister Tehan's package of support in the higher education sector. The currentformat is for Semester 2 2020 delivery.


Event Date Outcome

Faculty 14-05-2020 Endorsed: ADLT Phil Hancock 14/5/2020Approval reference: ext 1835




E5

Proposed postgraduate coursework course (academic proposal) as at 14-05-2020

12250 Graduate Certificate in Environmental PlanningTRIM: F1192

ID: 1500

This postgraduate coursework course is not yet approved.

Administrative details



Social Sciences

Coordinator Dr Julian Clifton

Details

Course code 12250

Title Graduate Certificate in Environmental Planning

Abbreviation ofaward

GradCertEnvPl

Type of degreecourse

Graduate Certificate

AQF course type andlevel

Graduate Certificate — Level 8

Structure type Named

About this course This course provides an introduction to environmental planning with a focus on highly topical areas. Following anintroduction to planning practice, the course develops your skills in applied environmental planning and focuses on planningin coastal areas and urban heritage. This course is suitable as an introduction to the discipline and for professionals seekingcareer development.

Course hasspecialisations

No specialisations found.

Proposed 14/05/2020


Volume of learning

Volume of learning 24 points

Does minimumvolume of learningcorrespond tostandard admissionrequirements?

Yes

Admission requirements

Admissionrequirements:categories

Other

Other The 2020 offering does not include admission requirements in line with Minister Tehan's call.

Overview

Overview of theproposed course

This course is established in response to Minister Tehan's call for short courses (graduate certificates) to be offered inresponse to the employment impacts of coronavirus. This course offers an introduction to environmental planning atgraduate certificate level through four units of 6 points each.

Course availability for students

Course offered tostudent categories

Domestic fee-paying;

Course to beregistered onCRICOS?

Yes

E6

Rules

Applicability of theStudent Rules,policies andprocedures

1.(1) The Student Rules apply to students in this course.

(2) The policy, policy statements and guidance documents and student procedures apply, except as otherwise indicated inthe rules for this course.

Academic ConductEssentials module

2.(1) Except as stated in (2), a student who enrols in this course for the first time irrespective of whether they havepreviously been enrolled in another course of the University, must undertake the Academic Conduct Essentials module (theACE module).

(2) A student who has previously achieved a result of Ungraded Pass (UP) for the ACE module is not required to repeat themodule.

Admission rules -English languagecompetencyrequirements

3. To be considered eligible for consideration for admission to this course an applicant must satisfy the University's Englishlanguage competence requirement as set out in the University Policy on Admission: Coursework.

Admission rules -admissionrequirements

4. To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—The 2020 offering does not include admissionrequirements in line with Minister Tehan's call.

Admission rules -ranking andselection

5. Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevantrequirements.

Articulation and ExitAwards

6. This course does not form part of an articulated sequence.

Course structure 7.(1) The course consists of units to a total value of 24 points.

(2) Units must be selected in accordance with the course structure, as set out in these rules.

Satisfactoryprogress rule

8. A student who does not pass units to a value of at least half the total points value of units for which they are enrolled, orwho fails the same unit twice, will not have made satisfactory progress.

9. A student who has not achieved a result of Ungraded Pass (UP) for the ACE module when their progress status isassessed will not have made satisfactory progress even if they have met the other requirements for satisfactory progress inRule 8.

Progress status 10. Students who fail to make satisfactory progress under Rule 6 are assigned a progress status of 'Excluded' by the Facultyunless the Faculty determines otherwise in light of exceptional circumstances.

11. A student who does not make satisfactory progress in terms of Rule 9 is assigned the progress status of 'On Probation',unless they have been assigned a progress status of 'Suspended' or 'Excluded' for failure to meet other satisfactory progressrequirements in Rule 8.

Award withdistinction rule

12. This rule is not applicable to this course.

Exceptions to standard rules

Justification foralternative clausefor satisfactoryprogress

Approved exception to University Policy.

Experiential Learning

Type of experientiallearning

Simulated workplace learning;

Experientiallearning requiredfor accreditation?

No

List the units in thecourse’s unitsequence thatinclude experientiallearning activities

ENVT5502

Overview of theexperientiallearning activitiesincluded in thecourse

A coastal management plan is produced as part of this assessment.

http://www.governance.uwa.edu.au/procedures/policies/policies-and-procedures?method=document&id=UP16/5

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How do experientiallearning activitiescontribute toachieving thelearning outcomesof the course?

Writing a coastal management plan addresses the need to demonstrate communication skills to a variety of audiences.

Course structure


ARCT5505 Conservation in Cultural Landscapes, Historic Towns and Urban Precincts 6 points Active

ENVT4421 Fundamentals of Environmental Management 6 points Active

ENVT5502 Marine and Coastal Planning and Management 6 points Active

GEOG4003 Fundamentals of Planning 6 points Proposed

Australian Qualification Framework outcomes

AQF outcomes:Knowledge

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Planning will:(1) Have an understanding of how environmental planning has evolved over time(2) Understand the key legal and administrative systems underlying planning.(3) Understand how planning shapes policy in the fields of coastal management and urban conservation.(4) Be able to communicate concepts in environmental planning to a range of audiences, and through a variety of mediums

AQF outcomes:Skills

This course develops students' cognitive skills in understanding, evaluating and collating data and information from avariety of sources. It encourages creative and analytical thinking and these are assessed throughout the programme.

AQF outcomes:Application ofknowledge andskills

Students are required to develop and defend their own opinions based on their understanding and judgement of primaryand secondary data.

Educational principles

Educational Principles Proposer response

Educational Principle 1To develop disciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledgeand skills through study and research-based enquiry, atinternationally recognised levels of excellence.- to think, reason and analyse logically and creatively - toquestion accepted wisdom and be open to innovation- to acquire the skills needed to embrace rapidly changingtechnologies

Students are engaged in active debate and discussion regards key aspects of environmentalplanning, requiring creative thinking and negotiation skills to be developed. Creative thinkingand action are components of activity and assessment in all four units comprising the Grad Cert.

Educational Principle 2To further develop skills required to learn, and to continuethrough life to learn, from a variety of sources andexperiences.- to develop attitudes which value learning- to acquire skills in information literacy

Students are required to critically evaluate literature sources and examples of real worldplanning activities, encouraging literacy in analysis of both primary and secondary sources ofinformation.

Educational Principle 3To develop personal, social, and ethical awareness in aninternational context- to acquire cultural literacy- to respect Indigenous knowledge, values and culture- to develop ethical approaches and mature judgement inpractical and academic matters- to develop the capacity for effective citizenship,leadership and teamwork

Environmental planning involves the balancing of competing interests, particularly in relation toissues of development and conservation. Students are actively engaged in this processthroughout the programme. Individual and teamwork skills are developed through assessmentin all units within the programme.

Educational Principle 4To communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately in arange of contexts- to develop spoken and written English communicationskills at high levels- to acquire skills in critical literacy and interpersonalcommunication

Communication skills, both oral and written, are developed through in-class activities andassessment tasks.





E8

Employment destinations

Employmentdestinations

Environmental conservation; urban heritage; environmental consultancy

Rationale forexpectedemploymentdestinations

The course provides essential background material for those seeking to enter these professions and for individuals withinthese areas who are engaged in professional development.

Course delivery

Mode of delivery Internal

Location(s)delivered

Location Percentage

UWA (Crawley) 100%

% of units taught innon-standardsemesters

20% units in non-standard teaching periods

Duration, intake and attendance

Duration of course 0.5

Duration of courseat maximum volumeof learning

0.5

Intake periods(broad)

Mid-year only

Intake periods(specific teachingperiods)

Semester 2

Attendance type Full- or part-time

Time limit 4 years

Additional Information

Additionalinformation(detailed proposal)

This Grad Cert is offered in response to Minister Tehan's package of support in the higher education sector. The currentformat is for Semester 2 2020 delivery.


Event Date Outcome





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Proposed unit as at 14-05-2020

GEOG4003 Fundamentals of PlanningTRIM: F20/1202

ID: 7665

This unit is not yet approved.

Unit information

Code GEOG4003

Title Fundamentals of Planning

Level 4

Unit type Unit in postgraduate courses



Social Sciences

Coordinator Dr Linda Robson

Proposed 14/05/2020


Credit points 6 points

Contact hours Video presentations - up to 20 x 20 minutesVirtual fieldwork - 3 days


Content This unit provides an introduction to the evolution of planning in both urban and natural environments. Taking the UNSustainable Development Goals as a point of departure, the unit explores themes of social equality, environmentalsustainability and economic prosperity. These are then examined in practice, taking perspectives from landscapearchitecture, national park planning, key environmental legislation and liveable city initiatives.

Outcomes Students are able to (1) demonstrate an understanding of the significance of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; (2)apply the Sustainable Development Goals to a range of planning contexts and issues; (3) compare how planning hasinfluenced the form and function of the built and natural environment; and (4) critique an example of urban planning in thecontext of the Sustainable Development Goals.

How outcomes willbe assessed

# Outcome How outcome will be assessed

1 demonstrate an understanding of the significance of the UN Sustainable Development Goals quizzes

2 apply the Sustainable Development Goals to a range of planning contexts and issues quizzes, essay

3 compare how planning has influenced the form and function of the built and natural environment quizzes, essay

4 critique an example of urban planning in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals virtual fieldwork

Assessment items Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) quizzes; (2) essay; and (3) critique of urban development. Furtherinformation is available in the unit outline.

# Assessment Indicative weighting Failed component

1 quizzes 40%

2 essay 30%

3 critique of urban development 30%

Supplementaryassessmentstatement

Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.

Teachingresponsibilities

Teaching organisation Notes %

00125 Social Sciences Coordination, teaching and assessment 70%

00250 UWA Design School Teaching and assessment 30%

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Unit rules

Prerequisites Nil

Corequisites Nil

Incompatibilities Nil

Advisable priorstudy

Nil

Unit offered/shared in courses

Intended courses Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional PlanningGraduate Certificate in Environmental PlanningGraduate Certificate in Urban Design

Course Course type Status in course Role

12290 Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning Postgraduate coursework course Proposed Core

12250 Graduate Certificate in Environmental Planning Postgraduate coursework course Proposed Core

Availabilities

Teaching period Location Mode Details

Semester 2, 2020 Crawley Online Expected class size: 30Contact hours: n/a

Additional information

Unit has indigenouscontent?

False

Additionalinformation fromproposer

This unit forms part of the Graduate Certificates in Planning, Environmental Planning and Urban Design which are being putforward in response to Minister Tehan's Higher Education Support package. The unit will be delivered in the mid semesterperiod of 2020 and will be integrated into Masters programmes in 2021 including the Masters of Urban and RegionalPlanning and the Masters of Environmental Planning. Other Masters programmes in Urban Design may also include this unit.

Consultations

Schools consulted Area Representative Outcomes Response

Urban Design Julian Bolleter, Kate Hislop Design of unit Design of unit


Event Date Outcome

School / ROE 14-05-2020 Endorsed: Julian Clifton


Curriculum Committee Not yet approved


http://www.caidi.uwa.edu.au/summary.php?type=PG&id=1497

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