ENVS3732 Environmental Impact Assessment

Ms Rebecca Phyland

2016

4.5

1 x 50-minute lecture weekly
7 x 50-minute tutorials per semester
4 x 110-minute workshops per semester

1 18 units of second level topics
2 36 units of first level topics
3 31.5 units of first level topics
4 22.5 units of second level topics
Must Satisfy: ((1 and 2) or (3 and 4))

1 of ENVS3722, ENVS8011, ENVS8732 has been successfully completed

This topic presents an introduction to the concepts and underlying principles of environmental impact assessment (EIA). It focuses on the process of EIA and its practice in Australia. An overview of the methods used to identify and assess the environmental impact of major proposals is provided. The effectiveness and adequacy of EIA practice in Australia is considered.

The topic aims to:

Introduce students to the intentions and role of EIA in environmental management
Draw students attention to aspects of the EIA process requiring further investigation and improvement for enhanced environmental outcomes
Highlight variability of EIA processes in different states of Australia and in other countries to illustrate strengths and challenges in existing EIA practice
Provide students with the opportunity to simulate specific activities in the EIA process
Provide students with the opportunity to evaluate key EIA documentation
Encourage students to develop a range of transferable skills

At the completion of this topic, students are expected to be able to:

Recognise EIA is one of a suite of environmental management tools
Understand the various elements of the EIA process
Comprehend the limitations of the EIA process in addressing environmental impacts
Appreciate the variation in practice of EIA in different contexts
Access, and apply evaluation criteria to various steps of the EIA cycle and the companion documentation
Facilitate a small group discussion
Work as a member of a team
Produce a research report
Deliver a verbal presentation

Key dates and timetable

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