Natural History Field Studies 1
|Course code DESN1520||Units 10||Level 1000||Faculty of Science and Information TechnologySchool of Design, Communication and IT|
Field studies play an important part in the role of the Natural History illustrator. Accurately recording aspects of the 'natural' world by way of field sketching, photography and specimen collection provides the illustrator with the visual material necessary to complete a specific task. The course introduces students to field study skills and techniques used by the Natural History illustrator.
The course consists of two project blocks which include some day excursions to a variety of accessible habitats, demonstrations of specimen collection and preservation as well as instruction in the use of recording techniques.
In order to participate in this course, students must complete a compulsory Workplace Health and Safety requirement. Students will receive full information on this Compulsory Course Component in the course outline provided by the school.
Available in 2014
|Objectives||This course will:|
1. introduce field observation techniques relevant to the study of Natural History Illustration;
2. introduce students to visual recording techniques and their relevance to Natural History Illustration;
3. encourage an appreciation and understanding of regional biodiversity;
4. introduce aspects of specimen collection and preservation;
5. demonstrate the importance of fieldwork in the study of Natural History Illustration.
|Content||The course will be divided into two blocks during which students will gain experience in areas such as:|
1. Field sketching and recording techniques
2. Laboratory methods related to specimen preservation
3. Introduction to local habitats
4. Flora and fauna identification
5. Timeline diary, recording of natural history events
6. Specimen collection methods.
|Replacing Course(s)||Not applicable.|
|Modes of Delivery||Internal Mode|
|Teaching Methods||Field Study|
Self Directed Learning
|Contact Hours||Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term|
Field Study: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
|Timetables||2014 Course Timetables for DESN1520|