School Of Science And HealthEcosystem Carbon AccountingWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300856.1
Discipline: ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Prerequisite
300837 Climate Change Science
About this Unit
A critical part of society’s response to climate change is to measure the movement of greenhouse gases. Once this is done, steps taken to reduce these gases can be correctly targeted and the impact of such steps monitored. This unit will introduce students to the scientific measurement of greenhouse gas uptake and emissions, including assessment of uncertainties and verifiability of measurement. Ecosystem-level models will be used to estimate and quantify movement of greenhouse gases, allowing quantification of the net greenhouse gas emissions over the life cycle of a product. These approaches are vital steps in moving our society to a sustainable future.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Covered footwear for field work