Animal & Plant Biosecurity (AGRC7052)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2023
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Schools
Agriculture Food Sustainablty, Veterinary Science School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
Lecture 3 Hours/ Week
Practical 3 Hours/ Week
3L,3F/P
Incompatible
AGRC3042
Restricted
Enrolment restricted to Masters level coursework programs
Assessment methods
Examination, assignment and field work/practical worksheets, case study
Course enquiries
Course description
This course will no longer be offered from 2024.
Biosecurity refers to the control and risk mitigation of hazardous biological agents. Issues relating to infectious diseases, invasive pests, biological control programs, and intentional misuse of biological agents means that an understanding of biosecurity is an essential competence for those working in the biological disciplines. This course aims to provide students with a fundamental understanding of what constitutes such biological hazards, the theory and practice of avoiding or controlling these hazards, the regulatory framework for managing biosecurity, and opportunities to explore topical examples of biosecurity issues. The course content will re-contextualise and complement material from other course material relating to infectious diseases, epidemiology, ecology and animal and plant science.
