Unit 4 Outdoor & Environmental Studies
Sustainable outdoor environments
Course Description
In this unit students explore the sustainable use and management of outdoor environments. They examine the state of environments in Australia, consider the importance of healthy outdoor environments, and examine the issues relating to the capacity of outdoor environments to support the future needs of the Australian population. Students examine the importance of developing a balance between human needs and the conservation of outdoor environments and consider the skills needed to be environmentally responsible citizens. They investigate current acts and conventions as well as management strategies for achieving and maintaining healthy and sustainable environments in contemporary Australian society. Students engage in one or more related experiences in outdoor environments. They learn and apply the practical skills and knowledge required to sustain healthy outdoor environments, and evaluate the strategies and actions they employ. Through these practical experiences students are able to make comparisons between outdoor environments, as well as to develop and apply knowledge about outdoor environments.
Outcomes - On completion of this unit students will be able to:
evaluate the contemporary state of Australian outdoor environments and analyse the importance of healthy outdoor environments and sustainability for individuals and society, with reference to specific outdoor experiences.
analyse conflicts over the use of outdoor environments, and evaluate practices and strategies for sustaining outdoor environments, with reference to specific outdoor experiences.
Assessment Tasks
Journal Reports
Case Study
Data Analysis
Structured Questions
Career Pathways
Urban and Regional Planner
Navy Officer
Diversional Therapist
Archaeologist
Booklist Requirements:
Nelson Outdoor and Environmental Studies Units 1 - 4
Included in School Bundle - $250
Other Resources:
Workbook and ICT device
Additional Costs:
$700 for Units 3 & 4