EARTH503-23A (HAM)

Coastal Processes: Analysis and Prediction

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Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Science
Earth Sciences

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What this paper is about

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This paper examines the measurement prediction of coastal processes for management and research. It will provide a deeper understanding of some of the key physical processes in the coastal zone and how these processes relate to management issues. The understanding of theory is enriched with local examples, and active regional research.

The paper will be split into two modules:
Module 1: Monitoring and prediction for coastal management
Module 2: Measurement and prediction of processes in the coastal ocean

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How this paper will be taught

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The paper consists of an introductory lecture and then two modules covering different aspects of coastal oceanography. Modules may involve a combination of formal lectures, computer exercises, laboratory exercises, data analysis, reading and summarising relevant literature, and student presentations.

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Required Readings

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The students are expected to read journal articles that are available from the library.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Analyse observational and/or experimental data using standard statistical and graphical techniques
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  • Communicate findings in accepted scientific writing style
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  • Communicate scientific interpretations via an oral presentation
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  • Critically analyse scientific literature
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  • Relate and apply theoretical process-based knowledge to real world coastal management problems
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  • Understand and explain the key physical drivers of flows in the coastal ocean
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How you will be assessed

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The internal assessment is intended to develop the ability to synthesise published material (journal articles, textbooks and reports), and/or results from analysis of laboratory and field data, into succinct summaries of the salient points in the form oral presentations and short reports.

Presentations will be assessed on the presentation to the class and the materials used, which may involve submitting a copy any visual aids (eg. Powerpoint file) and an abstract or summary with references. Student presentations will not be recorded.

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 60:40. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 40% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 60:40 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 40% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Process module - literature summaries
7.5
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Process module - presentations
4 Apr 2023
2:00 PM
7.5
  • In Class: In Lecture
3. Process module - report on laboratory experiment
15
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Management module presentation
19 May 2023
5:00 PM
10
  • In Class: In Lecture
5. Management module report
2 Jun 2023
5:00 PM
20
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
6. Exam
40
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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