Module Outline
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Examine basic environmental issues
Examine basic environmental issues
Module
National Code
NAT11039011
NAT11039011
State Code
BA219
BA219
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/11/2024
Field of Education
120199 - General Education Programmes, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to explore current environmental issues.
It requires the ability to find and interpret basic information on ecosystems and sustainability, and examine climate change.
This unit applies to people who want to gain a basic understanding of the environment and strategies to improve sustainability.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
It requires the ability to find and interpret basic information on ecosystems and sustainability, and examine climate change.
This unit applies to people who want to gain a basic understanding of the environment and strategies to improve sustainability.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Conduct research into ecosystems
- 1.1. Identify types of ecosystems
- 1.2. Source and interpret basic information on components of ecosystems and their interactions
- 1.3. Identify benefits of maintaining biodiversity
- 1.4. Identify threats to biodiversity
Research sustainability
- 2.1. Source and interpret basic information on concepts of sustainability
- 2.2. Identify effects of changing land and water use practices on the environment
- 2.3. Source and interpret basic information on ecological practices and their benefits
Examine basic information on climate change
- 3.1. Source and interpret basic information on the causes and extent of global warming
- 3.2. Determine potential outcomes of continuing current practices
- 3.3. Determine strategies aimed at reducing the impact of global warming
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGS28 | 11039NAT | Certificate II in Career Preparation | Accredited course |