eco2ere principles of environmental
PRINCIPLES OF ENVIRONMENTAL & RESOURCE ECONOMICS
ECO2ERE
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces you to the field of environmental and resource economics. During the subject, you will explore the basic relationships between the economy and the environment and learn how to tackle environmental and resource degradation issues using economic principles and methods. In particular, you will examine (i) the theoretical framework for the optimal management of natural resources and environmental quality, and (ii) various analytical tools including benefit-cost analysis. Different policy approaches to address environmental externalities are also considered, such as command-and-control and incentive based strategies.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDavid Walker
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDavid Walker
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Delivered via LMS
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Policy Evaluation (1,500 words)Students are to evaluate an environmental policy | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO5 |
Online Problem Sets (1,000 word equivalent)Formative assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Final examination (2 hours) (Broadly equivalent to 2000 words)An online final exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDavid Walker
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Delivered via LMS
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Policy Evaluation (1,500 words)Students are to evaluate an environmental policy | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO5 |
Online Problem Sets (1,000 word equivalent)Formative assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Final examination (2 hours) (Broadly equivalent to 2000 words)An online final exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDavid Walker
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Delivered via LMS
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Policy Evaluation (1,500 words)Students are to evaluate an environmental policy | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO5 |
Online Problem Sets (1,000 word equivalent)Formative assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Final examination (2 hours) (Broadly equivalent to 2000 words)An online final exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Mildura, 2020, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDavid Walker
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Delivered via LMS
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Policy Evaluation (1,500 words)Students are to evaluate an environmental policy | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO5 |
Online Problem Sets (1,000 word equivalent)Formative assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Final examination (2 hours) (Broadly equivalent to 2000 words)An online final exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Shepparton, 2020, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDavid Walker
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Delivered via LMS
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Policy Evaluation (1,500 words)Students are to evaluate an environmental policy | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO5 |
Online Problem Sets (1,000 word equivalent)Formative assessment | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Final examination (2 hours) (Broadly equivalent to 2000 words)An online final exam consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |