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DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORDS

Programme Title: FdSc Marine Science

University of Plymouth Programme Code: FT – 2784, PT - 5286

Partner Faculty: Academic Partnerships, University of Plymouth

Partner Delivering Institution: Cornwall College, Falmouth Marine School

Start Date: September 2019-20

First Award Date: FT – July 2021-22, PT – July 2023-24

Date of Approval: August 2004

Date(s) of Revision(s) to this Document: September 2018, 27th August 2019

SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD . Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code.

MODULE CODE: CORC1013 MODULE TITLE:

Personal and Employability Skills Development

CREDITS: 20 FHEQ Level: 4 HECOS Code: 100418, 100351

PRE-REQUISITES: None CO-REQUISITES: None COMPENSATABLE: No

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters)This module is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to develop themselves in terms of their personal and employability skills.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: [Use HESA KIS definitions]WRITTEN EXAMINATION COURSEWORK PRACTICAL

E1 (Examination) C1 (Coursework) 100% P1 (Practical) E2 (Clinical Examination)

A1 (Generic Assessment)

T1 (Test)

SUBJECT ASSESSMENT PANEL Group to which module should be linked: PESD

Professional body minimum pass mark requirement: N/A

MODULE AIMS:• Develop conceptual and practical skills in personal development planning for study at degree

level and readiness for employability.• Equip learners with baseline personal resources for study and employment such as integrity,

personal responsibility, reliability and self-motivation.• Develop learners’ skills in team working, decision-making, problem solving and

communication.• Stimulate learners’ creativity and encourage a focus on enterprising and challenging tasks and

activity.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)At the end of the module the learner will be expected to be able to:1. Evaluate and benchmark own study and analysis skills, capabilities and developmental needs.2. Demonstrate understanding of concepts relating to personal, employability skills and work

related skills.3. Reflect upon how these concepts relate to personal and professional practice.4. Effectively manage and self-direct personal and professional learning and development.

DATE OF APPROVAL: 09 Feb 2010 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic PartnershipsDATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: 01 Sep 2010 SCHOOL/PARTNER: Cornwall CollegeDATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: TERM/SEMESTER: All Year

Additional notes (For office use only):

SECTION B: DETAILS OF TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENTItems in this section must be considered annually and amended as appropriate, in conjunction with the Module Review Process. Some parts of this page may be used in the KIS return and published on the extranet as a guide for prospective students. Further details for current students should be provided in module guidance notes.

ACADEMIC YEAR: 2019-20 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 135MODULE LEADER: Brender Willmott OTHER MODULE STAFF: Relevant Site

LeadersSUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:• Personal Development Planning - Personal audit, professional development, career

management skills.• Intra and Interpersonal Skills - Influencing, negotiating, conflict resolution, risk taking,

problem-solving, decision making, teamwork, initiative, self-esteem, leadership, innovation, creativity and enterprise.

• Successful Communication - Interview skills, CVs and letters of application, self-presentation and presentation of information.

• Understanding the Business Context - Organizational culture, business strategy, sustainability, cultural diversity, corporate social responsibility, financial literacy.

• Project Management - Project planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting.SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 20 Core material

Seminar 12Smaller workshop sessions where students are supported to apply learning to themselves and their specific industry

Project Supervision 8As part of assignment 1 students have to take part in a group project, which seminar tutors set and supervise

Guided Independent Study 160Students are expected to put in time outside of taught sessions on the group project and their own personal development and career planning

Total 200 (NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc.)

Category Element Component Name Component Weighting

Comments include links to learning objectives

Coursework C1

Written EssayReport

50%50%

Total = 100%

Updated by:Perran Hobson

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Approved by: HE Operations

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Recommended Texts and Sources:Cottrell, S. (2010) Skills for success: the personal development planning handbook. 2nd edn. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.Hager, P. & Holland, S. (2007) Graduate attributes learning and employability. Dordrecht: Springer.Marsh, R. (2012) Skills for employability part two: moving into employment. Wrexham: Christal Publishing.Journal: Carer Development International


MODULE CODE: CORF107 MODULE TITLE: Marine Practical Skills and Research Methods


PRE-REQUISITES: None CO-REQUISITES: None COMPENSATABLE: Yes

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module develops a range of practical and evaluation skills which are of relevance to the workplace in order to enhance career prospects.


E1 (Examination) 50 % C1 (Coursework) 50 % P1 (Practical)E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test)

SUBJECT ASSESSMENT PANEL Group to which module should be linked: FMS


MODULE AIMS: To support the work related aspects of the programme, students will be given an opportunity

to undertake and evaluate subject specific training.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Undertake a programme of practical training and demonstrate appropriate practical skills for

their field of study2. Demonstrate and apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques3. Undertake comparative statistical analysis

DATE OF APPROVAL: 01 April 2010 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic PartnershipsDATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:

01 September 2010 SCHOOL/PARTNER: Cornwall College

DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: TERM/SEMESTER: All Year



ACADEMIC YEAR: 2019-20 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 112

MODULE LEADER: Craig Baldwin OTHER MODULE STAFF: Rachel Green

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Research methodologies, setting hypotheses; hypotheses testing; null hypotheses; action planning; Gantt charts; assays; selection and use of appropriate marine equipment; repetition of procedures; accuracy and precision; error calculation; type I and II errors; parametric and non-parametric statistical methods for pair-wise and multiple comparisons; regression and correlation, qualitative/quantitative research, statistical analysis, regression and correlation, Take part in a range of relevant practical skills appropriate for your subject area.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 45Tutorial 5Practical Classes and Workshops 10Fieldwork 30Work based learning 10Guided Independent study 100


Category Element Component Name

Component Weighting


Written exam

E1Examination 100%

Total = 100%covering LO3

T_ %Total = 100%

CourseworkC1 Written report 100%

Total = 100%covering LO1 and LO2

Practical P_ %Total = 100%


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Recommended Texts and Sources:http://www.kerrier.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=10523, http://www.rya.org.uk/ http://www.crru.org.uk/, http://www.cwtstrandings.org/, http://www.hse.gov.uk/http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/first_aid_action/, http://www.seasurvival.org.uk/http://www.wisescheme.org/, http://www.padi.com/padi/default.aspxhttp://www.bsacsnorkelling.co.uk/

http://www.bsacsnorkelling.co.uk/

http://www.padi.com/padi/default.aspx

http://www.wisescheme.org/

http://www.seasurvival.org.uk/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/first_aid_action/

http://www.hse.gov.uk/

http://www.cwtstrandings.org/

http://www.crru.org.uk/

http://www.rya.org.uk/

http://www.kerrier.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=10523


MODULE CODE: CORF108 MODULE TITLE: Coastal and Ocean Processes



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) The purpose of this module is to allow the learner to understand the topographical, geological and sedimentological structures and processes in the marine environment. Additionally, learners will gain an appreciation of the chemistry of seawater and develop skills in analysing chemical and geological samples collected from this environment.


E1 (Examination) C1 (Coursework) 100 % P1 (Practical) E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test)



MODULE AIMS: To understand the geological and chemical features and processes of the marine

environment. To allow the learner to gain skills in analysing chemical and geological samples collected from

the marine environment.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Evaluate the evidence leading to current ocean formation and structure2. Evaluate the geomorphological and sedimentological structure and processes of coastal

environments.3. Investigate and apply a range of analytical techniques for use in marine surveys.






ACADEMIC YEAR: 2019-20 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 111MODULE LEADER: Craig Baldwin OTHER MODULE STAFF:

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:History of oceanography; seafloor topography; plate tectonics; isostasy; igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rock properties; rock cycle; erosion and weathering; sedimentary processes; longshore drift; attrition; colloids; flocculation; estuary formation and classification; headland and bay formation; dune formation; seabed processes; diagnostic tests to determine rock, mineral and sediment type; sediment size measurement and classification conservative and non-conservative behaviour; heavy metals; mixing processes;SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 30Demonstration 5Practical Classes and Workshops 5Fieldwork 50Work based learning 10Guided Independent study 100



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T_ %Total = 100%

Coursework C1C2

Practical ReportPractical Report

50%50%

Total = 100%

LO1 and LO2LO3



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Sverdrup, K. et al., 2003. An introduction to the world’s oceans. 7th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill.Dunning, J. & Onesti, L., 1998. Earth matters: environmental geology. New York: W. H. Freeman.Dyer K.R., 1997. Estuaries: a physical introduction. Chichester: Wiley.Libes, S.M., 1992. An introduction to marine biogeochemistry. New York: Wiley.Open University, 1989. Ocean chemistry and deep-sea sediments. Milton Keynes: Open University.Pickard G. L. & Emery W.J., 1990. Descriptive physical oceanography: an introduction.Plummer, C.C. et al., 2001. Physical geology. 8th ed. Boston: McGraw-Hill.Summerhayes, C.P. & Thorpe, S.A., 1996. Oceanography: an illustrated guide. London: Manson.


MODULE CODE: CORF112 MODULE TITLE: Introduction to Marine Science



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module will give the student a thorough coverage of basic scientific concepts leading to a development of awareness and use of scientific knowledge. This will allow the learner to have a greater understanding of the basic processes at work in the marine environment.




T1 (Test)



MODULE AIMS: To provide an understanding of introductory biological and physico-chemical processes in the

marine environment.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Comprehend introductory biological processes in the marine environment.2. Comprehend introductory chemical processes in the marine environment.3. Comprehend introductory physical processes in the marine environment.



DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: TERM/SEMESTER: Autumn



ACADEMIC YEAR: 2019-20 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 112MODULE LEADER: Craig Baldwin OTHER MODULE STAFF: Rachel Green

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Photosynthesis; cellular respiration; biological molecules; elemental chemical properties of water/seawater; methods for determining salinity, nutrient chemistry, chromatography, genetics, pH; half and full equations; isotopes; rate reactions; redox chemistry; acid-base chemistry; inorganic and organic chemical processes; SI units; introductory sound and light transmission physics in water; gravity; mechanical physics; density; adiabatic processes; marine physiology, elements of PADI Dive Master theory.SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 25Practical Classes and Workshops 20Work based learning 5Guided Independent study 20


Category Element

Component Name

Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T_ %Total = 100%

CourseworkC1C2

Topical ReportCoursework

40%60%

Total = 100%

LO1, LO2 and LO3LO1, LO2 and LO3



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Campbell, N.A. & Reece, J.B., 2005. Biology. 7th ed. San Francisco: Pearson.Clarke, G.M., 1884, Statistics and experimental design: an introduction for biologists and biochemists.Ennos, A.R. & Bailey, S.E.R., 1995. Problem solving in environmental biology. Harlow: Longman.Fowler, J. et al, 1998. Practical statistics for field biology. 2nd ed. Chichester: John Wiley.Harrison, M. & McKim, F., 1999. Mastering physics. Basingstoke: Macmillan.Jones, A. et al, 1999. Access to chemistry. Cambridge: Royal Society of ChemistryJones, A. et al, 2003. Practical skills in biology. 3rd ed. Harlow: Pearson.Libes, S.M., 1992. An introduction to marine biogeochemistry. New York: John Wiley.OU, 1995. Seawater: its composition, properties and behaviour. 2nd ed. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

OU, 1989. Ocean chemistry and deep-sea sediments. Milton Keynes: Open University.Riley, P.D., 2000. Mastering chemistry. Basingstoke: Macmillan.


MODULE CODE: CORF113 MODULE TITLE: Marine Resource Management



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module identifies the range of marine resources and examines their exploitation within the context of best environmental practice.


E1 (Examination) C1 (Coursework) 100 % P1 (Practical) E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test)



MODULE AIMS: To develop a critical awareness of the vast range of marine resources that have been, are and

can be exploited anthropogenically.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Identify the composition, scope and geographical distribution of marine resources.2. Demonstrate a knowledge of regulatory issues.3. Evaluate the potential of alternative energy sources within the marine environment.

DATE OF APPROVAL: 28 February 2011 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic Partnerships

DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:


DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: TERM/SEMESTER: Spring



ACADEMIC YEAR: 2019-20 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 111MODULE LEADER: Craig Baldwin OTHER MODULE STAFF: Luke MarshSUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Sub sea bed resources – oil, natural gasSeabed resources – deep sea minerals, shallow sea minerals, aggregates, chemical materialsWater based resources – fishing and aqua culture, mineral extraction, desalinationSea surface resources – transportation, leisure, tourismMarine energy resources – waves, wind and tidesSUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 10External Visits 25Work based learning 15Guided Independent study 59



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T_ %Total = 100%

CourseworkC1C2

ArticlePresentation

50%50%

Total = 100%

National Geographic style article



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Duxbury, A.C. & Duxbury, A.B., 1997. An Introduction to the World’s Oceans. London: Wm. C. BrownPernetta, J., 1994. Philip’s atlas of the oceans. London: Reed InternationalPethick, J., 1984. Introduction to Coastal Geomorphology. London: Edward ArnoldShellfish NewsConservation BulletinMarine Conservation Societyhttp://www.rya.org.uk/ , http://www.qub.ac.uk/bb/cmar/ , http://www.lr.org/ http://www.imo.org/ , http://www.marineexploration.org/?pg=Research http://www.ices.dk/indexfla.asp

http://www.ices.dk/indexfla.asp

http://www.marineexploration.org/?pg=Research

http://www.imo.org/

http://www.lr.org/

http://www.qub.ac.uk/bb/cmar/

http://www.rya.org.uk/


MODULE CODE: CORF122 MODULE TITLE: Benthic Biology A



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module acts as an introduction to benthic biology.




T1 (Test) 20%


Professional body minimum pass mark requirement:

MODULE AIMS: To introduce anatomical and identifying features of marine benthic organisms from major

taxonomic groups. To examine physiological processes occurring during the lifecycle of marine benthic organisms

from major taxonomic groups. To develop an awareness of behaviours exhibited by marine benthic organisms from major

taxonomic groups.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Identify the major taxonomic groups of benthic marine organisms.2. Recognise the anatomical features of a range of benthic marine organisms.3. Describe the physiological processes of a range of benthic marine organisms.4. Categorise principle animal behaviours in a range of benthic marine organisms.

DATE OF APPROVAL: 01 June 2004 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic PartnershipsDATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:






MODULE LEADER: Craig Baldwin OTHER MODULE STAFF:

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Hierarchical taxonomy; phylogenetics; cladistics; binomial nomenclature; principles of classification; anatomical features; identifying features; internal and external skeletons; growth; repair; immune systems; pollution mediation; locomotion; sensory systems; energy partitioning; spermatogenesis; oogenesis; external and internal fertilisation; larval development; avian and mammalian biology; territoriality; aggression and submission; predator and prey detection; feeding strategies; breeding behaviour; cues in initiating breeding behaviour; care of young; innate behaviour; methods of learning; effect of environment on organism behaviour.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 50Fieldwork 40Guided Independent study 110



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T1 100%Total = 100%

CourseworkC1C2

25%75%

Total = 100%

Interpretation VideoGuidebook



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Barnes, R. S. K., Calow, P. Olive, P. J. W., 1999. The invertebrates: a new synthesis.Barnes, R.S.K. Hughes, R. N., 1988. An introduction to marine ecology. Blackwell Science.Castro Huber., sixth Ed 2007. Marine Biology. McGraw Hill.Dobson, M. Frid, C., 1998. Ecology of aquatic systems. London: LongmanDuxbury, A.C. Duxbury, A.B., 1997. An introduction to the world’s oceans. London: Wm. C. BrownNybakken, J. W., 1997. Marine biology: an ecological approach. California: Addison WesleyTait, R. V. Dipper, F. A.,1998. Elements of marine ecology. Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.


MODULE CODE: CORF123 MODULE TITLE: Pelagic Biology A



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) The purpose of the module is to allow the learner to develop an ability to identify key flora and fauna in marine pelagic environments and understand the biological processes that are occurring. Furthermore, learners should be able to identify the physical and chemical factors that influence and constrain pelagic production and understand the interrelations between organisms.


E1 (Examination) C1 (Coursework) 50 % P1 (Practical)E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test) 50%



MODULE AIMS: To develop an ability to identify major taxa of flora and fauna in a marine pelagic

environment. To understand the physical and chemical influences on production and the ecological

processes occurring within marine pelagic environments.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Identify the major taxonomic groups of flora in a marine pelagic environment.2. Identify the major taxonomic groups of fauna in a marine pelagic environment.3. Identify the physical and chemical factors that influence marine pelagic production.4. Describe the ecological processes occurring in a range of marine pelagic environments.









SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Phytoplankton taxa; macroalgal taxa; zooplankton taxa; nekton taxa; asexual and sexual reproductive processes and behaviour related to marine pelagic organisms; feeding strategies; diel vertical migration; light intensity; angle of illumination; compensation depth; critical depth; mixing depth; stratification; role of mesoscale eddies in oceanic production; seasonal changes in production; role of nutrients; high nutrient, low chlorophyll areas; food chains and webs; keystone species; contrasts between ocean gyre and upwelling zone habitats; trophic levels; biological fronts; predator-prey cycles.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 40Demonstration 10Practical Classes and Workshops 25Fieldwork 20Guided Independent study 105



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T_ 100%Total = 100%

Coursework C1 100%Total = 100%

Practical P_%

Total = 100%


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Recommended Texts and Sources:Barnes, R.S.K., Calow P., Olive P.J.W., Golding D.W. Spicer J.I. 2001. The invertebrates: a new synthesisBarnes, R.S.K. Hughes, R. N., 2009. An introduction to marine ecology. (3rd ed). Blackwell Science.Hayward, P.J. Ryland, J.S. (eds), 1995. Handbook of the marine fauna of North-West Europe. Oxford: OUP.Lalli, C.M. Parsons T.R., 1995. Biological oceanography: an introduction. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.Levinton, J. S. 2001. Marine Biology: Function, Biodiversity, Ecology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.Miller, C.B., 2004. Biological oceanography. Oxford: Blackwell Science.Nybakken, J. W., 2004. Marine biology: an ecological approach. (6th ed.) California: Benjamin-CummingsSmith, D. L. Johnson, K.B. 1996. A Guide To Marine Coastal Plankton and Marine Invertebrate Larvae. Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company.Tait, R. V. Dipper, F. A., 1998. Elements of marine ecology. Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.Todd C.D. et al., 1996. Coastal marine zooplankton: a practical manual for students. Cambridge: CUP.


MODULE CODE: CORF200 MODULE TITLE: Benthic Biology B



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module builds upon Benthic Biology A by allowing the student to develop knowledge of the different benthic habitats and the role of the organisms within them. It also allows the learner to evaluate the effects of evolutionary and historical ecological changes on benthic habitats and assess biodiversity and production using a variety of methods.


E1 (Examination) 50 % C1 (Coursework) 50 % P1 (Practical) E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test)



MODULE AIMS: To evaluate a variety of marine benthic habitats and the changes mediated by abiotic and

biotic processes upon them. To construct and implement techniques for assessing marine benthic habitats

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Evaluate a variety of marine benthic habitats.2. Evaluate the effect of evolutionary and historical ecological processes on marine benthic

communities.3. Construct and conduct benthic surveying techniques for assessing biodiversity.







MODULE LEADER: Luke Marsh OTHER MODULE STAFF:

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Coastal benthic habitats; continental shelf benthic habitats; bathyal, abyssal and hadal benthic habitats; extreme environments, geographical distributions; ecological processes within marine benthic habitats; natural and artificial stresses; seasonal cycles in marine benthic habitats; historical and ecological evolutionary theories; survey techniques and mapping; equipment used in benthic surveys; fieldtrip to a coastal location; factors affecting growth and production; quantitative methods of determining biomass and production.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 25Practical Classes and Workshops 10Fieldwork 40Workbased learning 5Guided Independent study 120



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1Examination 100%

Total = 100%To cover LO1

T_ %Total = 100%

CourseworkC1 Practical

Report%

Total = 100%LO2 and LO3



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Barnes, R. S. K., Calow, P. & Olive, P. J. W., 1999. The invertebrates: a new synthesis.Barnes, R.S.K. & Hughes, R. N., 1988. An introduction to marine ecology. Blackwell Science.Dobson, M. & Frid, C., 1998. Ecology of aquatic systems. London: LongmanDuxbury, A.C. & Duxbury, A.B., 1997. An introduction to the world’s oceans. London: Wm. C. BrownNybakken, J. W., 1997. Marine biology: an ecological approach. California: Addison WesleyTait, R. V. & Dipper, F. A., 1998. Elements of marine ecology. Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.New ScientistThe Marine Scientist


MODULE CODE: CORF246 MODULE TITLE: Marine Science in Practice



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR:This module enables the student to examine: the importance of the linkages between zones in the benthic environment, the microbiological processes that recycle nutrients, and population and production assessment methods. Additionally, the learner will reflect on a valuable work experience placement within the marine sector.




T1 (Test)

SUBJECT ASSESSMENT PANEL Group to which module should be linked: Falmouth Marine School


MODULE AIMS: To develop an awareness of the microbiological processes that influence the nutrient and

nutritional supply routes: To develop an understanding of population and production assessment techniques To evaluate a period of work experience within the marine sector

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: At the end of the module the learner will be expected to be able to:1. Appraise linkages between the marine pelagic zone and marine benthic zone2. Apply pelagic surveying techniques for quantifying pelagic populations in a marine location3. Evaluate a period of work experience within the marine sectorDATE OF APPROVAL: 05 Jan 2016 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic PartnershipsDATE OF IMPLEMENTATION: 19 Sep 2016 SCHOOL/PARTNER: Cornwall CollegeDATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: TERM/SEMESTER: All Year




MODULE LEADER: Craig Baldwin OTHER MODULE STAFF: None

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Secondary production, new production, factors affecting production, fate and formation of marine snow, snow aggregation and degradation, microbial activity, microbial loop, link v sink, munchate and exudate, HNLC, fertilisation, TEP, measuring productivity, qualitative and quantitative surveying, invertebrate and vertebrate sampling protocols, open and enclosed modelsInput from guest speakers from industry to consolidate and contextualise scientific content

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 20 Theory of biotic and abiotic factors.Practical Classes and Workshops 10 Application of assessmentsGuided Independent Study 70 VLE tasks and independent researchWork Placement 100 Various placements and training as agreed



Component Weighting


Written exam

E_%

Total = 100%

T_ %Total = 100%

Coursework C1EssayReflection

60%40%

Total = 100%

LO1 and LO2Reflection on work placement to cover LO3.



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Barnes, R. S. K., Calow, P. & Olive, P. J. W., 1999. The invertebrates: a new synthesis. Oxford: Blackwell Science. Barnes, R.S.K. & Hughes, R. N., 1988. An introduction to marine ecology. Blackwell Science.Dobson, M. & Frid, C., 1998. Ecology of aquatic systems. London: LongmanDuxbury, A.C. & Duxbury, A.B., 1997. An introduction to the world’s oceans. London: Wm. C. BrownNybakken, J. W., 1997. Marine biology: an ecological approach. California: Addison WesleyTait, R. V. & Dipper, F. A., 1998. Elements of marine ecology. Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.New Scientist, The Marine Scientist


MODULE CODE: CORF219 MODULE TITLE: Marine Spatial Planning



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module develops an appreciation of methods used to manage competing interests within the marine environment




T1 (Test) 40 %



MODULE AIMS: To engender an awareness of planning dilemmas within the coastal zone and territorial

waters, and how such dilemmas can be resolved with, or without, holistic regulatory frameworks.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Evaluate how the coastal and ocean environments are managed.2. Discuss issues in marine regulation.3. Create and assess a management plan for a marine environment.








MODULE LEADER: Jason Birt OTHER MODULE STAFF:

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Role of the EU and UK Government in marine regulation, e.g. MCA/EA/Local Authorities, local and international marine regulation and legislation e.g. UN Law of the Sea, OSPAR, Marine Protected Areas, Special Areas of Conservation, ‘No Take Zones’, threats to coastal zones e.g. Climate change, anthropogenic development, role of NGOs, Management options for coastal zones e.g. managed retreat, ‘do nothing’, hard and soft engineering.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 45Supervised Time in Studio/Workshop 30Guided Independent study 125



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T1 100%Total = 100%

Coursework C1 100%Total = 100%

Practical P_%

Total = 100%


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Recommended Texts and Sources:Bishop, V. Prosser, R., 1997. Landform Systems. London: Collins EducationalBird E. (2000) Coastal Geomorphology: an introduction. Wiley.DEFRA (2001) Shoreline Management Plans: A Guide for coastal defence authorities. DEFRA publications.French P. 1997 Coastal and estuarine management. Routledge.MAFF (1995) Shoreline Management Plans: a guide for coastal defence authorities. MAFF Publications PB 2197.Pethick, J., 1984. Introduction to coastal morphology. London: Edward ArnoldPotts J. (1999) The non-statutory approach to coastal defence in England and Wales: Coastal Defence Groups and Shoreline Management Plans.South Downs Coastal Group (1996): South Downs shoreline management plan -Selsey Bill to Beachy Head. Gifford and Partners.Thurman, H.V. Trujillo, A.P., 1999. Essentials of oceanography. New Jersey: Prentice HallViles H.A. and T. Spencer 1995 Coastal problems: Geomorphology, Ecology and


MODULE CODE: CORF203 MODULE TITLE: Biology and Culture of Marine Aquatic Species



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module provides an insight into the principles and process relating to the biology and culture of marine aquatic species. The learners will gain valuable knowledge directly relating to industrial production methodologies.


E1 (Examination) 40 % C1 (Coursework) 60% P1 (Practical) E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test)



MODULE AIMS: This module provides an insight into the principles and process relating to the biology and

culture of marine aquatic species. The learners will gain valuable knowledge directly relating to industrial production methodologies.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Evaluate the main aspects of the biology and ecology of a nominated range of commercially

important marine aquatic species.2. Explain and analyse how to set up and manage a culture system for a nominated marine

aquatic species.3. Critically evaluate the key biotic and abiotic factors influencing the welfare of a nominated

range of marine aquatic species within culture systems.

DATE OF APPROVAL: 07 July 2010 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic PartnershipsDATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:







SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Advanced biology of main groups of cultured marine aquatic species (anatomy, physiology, behaviour and ecology). Biotic and abiotic factors influencing the welfare of aquatic species within a culture environment. Components and management of culture systems. Bioethics and legislation associated with culture systems.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 40Practical Classes and Workshops 35Workbased learning 5Guided Independent study 120



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1 100 %Total = 100%

T_ %Total = 100%

CourseworkC1 Critical

Evaluation100%

Total = 100%



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Bone, Q; N. B Marshall and J.H.S. Blaxter (2004) Biology of fishes. BIOS Scientific PublishersCosta-Pierce, B.A. (2002) Ecological Aquaculture. BlackwellGarrick-Maidment, N. (1999) Seahorses: Conservation and care. Kingdom Books.Pillay, T.V.R. (1993) Aquaculture principles and practices. Fishing NewsSouthgate, P and Lucas, J (2003) Aquaculture: Fish and shellfish farming. Fishing News.Stickney, R.R. (2000) Encyclopedia of aquaculture. Wiley.


MODULE CODE: CORF204 MODULE TITLE: Oceanography and Meteorology



SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module provides students with an insight into the physical principles and processes relating to the world’s oceans and atmosphere. The learners will gain valuable knowledge about the relationship between the ocean and atmosphere in relation to global climate change.


E1 (Examination) 50 % C1 (Coursework) 50% P1 (Practical) E2 (Clinical Examination)


T1 (Test)



MODULE AIMS: To provide an understanding of how ocean and atmosphere processes operate both vertically

and horizontally. To provide an understanding of how weather and climate develop and how oceans regulate

these developments.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Evaluate the driving forces of the world’s oceans.2. Determine how surface waves are propagated.3. Explain the driving forces of the atmosphere.4. Analyse the mechanisms of weather system formation and climate change.







MODULE LEADER: Jason Birt OTHER MODULE STAFF:

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:The sun’s influence on the warming of the earth, the development of cloud; the generation of the upper atmosphere and surface winds; the development of the mid-latitude cyclone; understanding and producing a synoptic chart; climate classification; ocean and atmosphere interaction; El Nino and La Nina; North Atlantic Oscillation; global climate change, currents; the North Atlantic gyre; Gulf Stream; Ekman transport; geostrophic flow; thermocline; halocline; pycnocline; thermohaline circulation, capillary waves; gravity waves; restoring forces and the calculation of wave period, celerity and wavelength; internal waves and celerity of internal waves; Rossby waves and Kelvin waves, dynamic and equilibrium tidal theories.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationLecture 40Practical Classes and Workshops 5Supervised Time in Studio/Workshop 5

Fieldwork 30Guided Independent study 120



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1100%

Total = 100%Meteorological driving forces and weather systems

T_ %Total = 100%

Coursework C1 Practical Report

100%Total = 100%

Practical P_%

Total = 100%


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Recommended Texts and Sources:Barry, R.G. & Chorley, R.J., 2003. Atmosphere weather and climate. 8th ed. London: Routledge.Sverdrup K. et al., 2003. An introduction to the world’s oceans. 7th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill.Dyer K.R., 1997. Estuaries: a physical introduction. Chichester: Wiley.Lutgens, F.K. & Tarbuck, E.J., 1992. The atmosphere: an introduction to meteorology. London: Prentice Hall.Moran, J.M, & Morgan, M.D., 1997. Meteorology: the atmosphere and the science of weather. Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall.Pickard G.L. & Emery W.J., 1990. Descriptive physical oceanography: an introduction. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.Summerhayes, C.P. & Thorpe, S.A., 1996. Oceanography: an illustrated guide. London: Manson.Ocean Challenge


MODULE CODE: CORF216 MODULE TITLE: Project


PRE-REQUISITES: None CO-REQUISITES: None COMPENSATABLE: No

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (Max 425 characters) This module is the final year individual project module.




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MODULE AIMS: To provide the opportunity for students to tackle a substantive topic by means of supervised

self-study.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (Additional guidance below)1. Select, design, implement, manage and then critically evaluate a suitable research project

applicable to their programme of study.2. Research the subject to an appropriate depth and summarise the findings of the chosen

research project in an appropriate format.3. Present the findings of the chosen research project.

DATE OF APPROVAL: 01 July 2004 FACULTY/OFFICE: Academic PartnershipsDATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:


DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE: 28/02/11 TERM/SEMESTER: All Year



ACADEMIC YEAR: 2019-20 NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 112MODULE LEADER: Rebecca Allen OTHER MODULE STAFF:

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT:Planning a project in conjunction with academic staff, negotiating, preparing and submitting a synopsis.Use of a detailed project logbook of project execution, contacts, decisions, references, time management, discipline, preparing a time line diagram or Gantt chart.First Oral; presentation of project plan, pace and timing, progress to date.Carryout laboratory/workshop/library activity including research. Present progress report supported by log book and time line diagram every 3 to 4 weeks to projects coordinator/supervisor.Final oral; visual project presentation, Clarity, use of visual aids, models, test results, conclusions.Preparation and submission of final project report Clarity, layout, use of language.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: [Use HESA KIS definitions]Scheduled Activities Hours Comments/Additional InformationSeminar 20Project Supervision 55Work based learning 5Guided Independent study



Component Weighting


Written exam

E1%

Total = 100%

T_ %Total = 100%

CourseworkC1C2C3

20%40%

40%Total = 100%

Development of project titleProfessionalism assignmentJournal article



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Recommended Texts and Sources:Bell, J., 1993. Doing your research project: a guide for first-time researchers in education and social science. Buckingham: Open University Press.Sharp, J.A. and Howard, K., 1996. The management of a student research project. Aldershot: Gower.

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