Introduction to Natural Environmental Studies - level 1

Thursdays, 9:30am-11:30am
$85.00 for 11 sessions

This course will include practical and theory based activities. You will become familiar with a broad variety of topics covered includ-ing an overview of nature, plant ecology, birds, insects, animals, fungus, soil and geology. You will develop essential knowledge, understanding and appreciation of our natural environment in a great learning experience but also in enjoyable sessions that will get you outside and into our wonderful habitat. You will be on location in Scarsdale. Some of the topics include: 

• Biosecurity in relation to weeds, pests, OHS, and field hygiene 
• Plants - orchids, grasses, shrubby, annual wildflowers and what they support, what else they do -protect soil, provide habitat - identify and classify. Weeds. 
• How to record nature and the importance
• Interactions between plants and animals and their environment 
• Better understanding of ‘back yard’ habitat
• Understand field assessments & recording of data entries online, keeping permanent records online 
• Value of volunteering to learn more 
• Career opportunities in the field

This course is in-person with online options also available. In-person classes will be every Tuesday from 9:30am-11:30am. If you are eligible for ACFE funding (a resident of Victoria and not currently enrolled at school) you will need to fill in an additional form when then course commences. Some in-person places will be reserved for ACFE eligible learners.