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Biochemistry of Animal and Human (I)

  Biochemistry is at the base of most health sciences, prepare yourself for your health science career by studying biochemistry. Biochemistry I (Animal) is an introductory course to biochemistry.  This course is similar to Biochemistry I (Plants) with a focus on animal biochemistry.  Biochemistry provides the knowledge base for all human and animals health studies. In order to help you get the most out of the course we initially walk you through the fundamentals of chemistry including atomic structure, the periodic table, molecules, nomenclature, organic chemistry and more before investigating common organic compounds such as carbohydrates, lipids and more.  Lessons cover: introduction to biochemistry, lipids, proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, thermo regulation, carbohydrate metabolism, absorption, acidity, alkalinity, chemical analysis, and industry applications. Suggested Prior Learning: Some secondary school chemistry will be helpful though it is not essential.
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Bushcraft And Wilderness Activities (Survival Skills)

  Learn how to survive in the wild! Whether on day or overnight trips, whenever a group goes on a trip into natural areas they need to be prepared, and lead by someone who has an adequate level of survival skills.  Every week in Australia there are reports of individuals and groups missing in the bush, often quite close to help, occasionally these events are fatal, but they don't have to be This course builds an understanding of the things you are likely to confront when you leave civilisation; and provides a foundation for preparing yourself and those who accompany you for any excursion into a natural area. This course is valuable to people who may have a recreational interest in wilderness exploration, orienteers, tour guides, scout leaders, or ecotour business owners.
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Conservation & Environmental Management

  START YOUR CAREER IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION HEREDevelop a foundation for managing conservation of different environments. The course reviews basic ecology and environmental problems such as pollution and land degradation before considering varying aspects of conservation. Are you a Primary Producer or Indigenous Land Owner?   This course has been assessed and approved by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry as being suitable for funding for participants that meet the selection criteria. Eligible participants are able to claim up to $1500 per financial year to attend FarmReady approved courses, with additional funding available for associated reasonable travel, accommodation and childcare expenses.   Contact our Student Advisors for more information on how to apply.
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Level 3 Diploma in Oceanography

  This Diploma course is aimed at those with an interest in oceanography and the way that oceans influence the planet and life on it. It may help you to decide if a career in oceanography is for you, and may help provide information on how to achieve this. The course explains how all of life on Earth is dependent on the oceans, and covers many different scientific disciplines including geology, biology, chemistry and physics. The Diploma in Oceanography will be awarded by Oxford College to those students who satisfactorily complete all 10 Units of this course. Entry Requirements: All students must per 16 years of age and above. These require a minimum prior learning to GCSE standard in order to for students to manage study and the assumed knowledge within course content.
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Level 3 Diploma in Sociology

  Most of us have common-sense assumptions of society that are based upon our everyday experiences but Sociology offers us a critical way of thinking about society and the way it works. It examines issues such as the mass media and why different newspapers offer different interpretations of stories. The study of Sociology will challenge common-sense assumptions, build upon already held assumptions about Society and thus enable you to make 'informed' opinions about social issues. The Course is suitable for those in the Caring Professions but especially for those interested in Health, Welfare and Social Work Courses at Degree Level. This Diploma Level Course is aimed at those people who may be out of touch with formal education and are wishing to develop their learning skills to enable them to consider returning to more formal study in future. This course would also be suitable to study concurrently with Diploma in Psychology and/or Diploma in Counselling.
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Wildlife Management

  Our Wildlife Management course is designed for those who wish to work to conserve wildlife whether it's in the wild, in zoos or working with captive breeding programs. Wildlife management is the manipulation of wild animal populations and their habitats for the benefit of both humans and wildlife. Wildlife management includes running parks and reserves, altering and rehabilitating wildlife habitats, pest control, protecting human life and property and managing harvests of wildlife. Controlling populations of wildlife may take one of the following forms: Managing wildlife habitats Managing people Managing individual animals in populations to either change or cause a population to remain constant. The techniques and types of wildlife management vary depending on your location, and as with any job, you will find that you will need to carry out research into the local methods and types of wildlife management. This course is designed to give students a broad based introduction to the principles and practices of wildlife management common to many species around the globe.
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Proficiency Award

Proficiency Award In Environmental Management

  A qualification designed to renew your career and open new opportunities for your professional development.COURSE CONTENTS You must complete three modules and a 200 hour Worplace Project. The modules must be related with each other and must be approved by our academic department. Choose from the wide selection of environmental, sciences, IT, business, horticulture or other subjects available with us. The Modules You want to select subjects that complement your career and that you have not studied before. When (or before) you enrol, our academic department will discuss your options and help you choose the best combination for you to successfully attain your goals. Workplace Project This is sometimes satisfied by a letter of reference from an employer or professional colleague. Alternatively, you may satisfy it through a research project or providing proof of attendance at industry meetings such as conferences and trade shows.   To learn how to enrol click here
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