GEOG 2154 - Applied Population Analysis

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

This course explores the way in which the detailed analysis of population data in the context of demographic theory and methods, can contribute to decision making in government and the private sector. Lectures and guided readings will be interspersed with workshops focussed on problems such as ageing of the population, changing household and family structures, population size and the environment, the planning of health, welfare and education services, and identifying changing consumer demand for products and services. Students will prepare a set of population projections in the workshops, undertaking an analysis of fertility, mortality and migration (the components of population growth), to establish the likely growth of future regional and local populations. Selected applications will be examined in relation to current and future population trends and how demography and its social applications can contribute to solving a problem, assembling the requisite data, arguments and insights in the form of a report.

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Course Details

Course Code	GEOG 2154
Course	Applied Population Analysis
Coordinating Unit	Geography, Environment and Population
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of level 1 undergraduate study
Assessment	Workshop participation and modules (60%), 2 hour exam (40%)

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Dianne Rudd

Dr Dianne Rudd (course coordinator)
Ground Level Napier Building, Room G34, Phone 831 34109
Email: dianne.rudd@adelaide.edu.au

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1. An understanding of demographic methods and concepts
2. An ability to analyse and interpret population data and have a working knowledge of appropriate population data sources and contemporary technologies for analysis and presentation
3. An understanding of changing consumer demands and the service needs of Australia’s ageing population
4. An understanding of the role of population projections and knowledge of how they are made and used.
5. An understanding of how mortality, fertility and migration analysis is vital in the production of assumptions for population projections and to forecast age structure change
6. To assess population policy at national, state and local levels which can impinge upon the population–environment relationship and the need for achieving sustainable populations and communities.
7. An ability to present population analysis with high quality written and verbal skills
8. To interpret demographic trends for future planning–solving skills

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1-5
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	6,7,8
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	6,7
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	8
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	2
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	1-5
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	7,8
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	1-7

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Although there is no prescribed text for this course as there is no one book that deals with the methods taught which has tended to be a relatively neglected area of research. Methods, Data sources and literature have been compiled and are available on MyUni for easy student access. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides important census data on Australia’s population and it distribution in the form of publications and online material.
http://www.abs.gov.au/

Recommended Resources

Lecture and readings –integrated with specific workshop modules, access to data sources and computers

Online Learning

MYUNI will be used for course –related announcements, emails to all students etc. information about weekly workshop assignments and readings –pdfs on Myuni also research topics, data and readings
The posting of Lecture material for all lectures in the course and recordings

Learning & Teaching Modes

The course lectures provide basic factual information and information on data and techniques of population analysis, measurement, sources of data, presentation and interpretation. The workshops are linked to the lectures and together with readings each week follow a sequence of modules.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

1 x 1-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week	12 weeks per semester
1 x 2-hour workshop (or equivalent) per week	24 hours per semester
4 hours reading per week	48 hours per semester
6 hours assignment/exam preparation per week	72 hours per semester
TOTAL WORKLOAD	156 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

Lecture & Topic outline

Introduction to population analysis &data

Demographic concepts and Measures

Population composition measures and concepts

Population projections- how they are made

Practicalities of preparing projections for government and planning

Analysis of Mortality

Analyis of Fertility

Analysis of Migration-internal

Analysis of Migration -international

Population Analysis for Government and business/changing consumer demand

Analysis of Families and households

Exam summary and revision

Specific Course Requirements

Compulsory attendance at workshops and sit the exam

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Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome
Workshop attendance	Formative and Summative	10%	1-8
2 x workshop modules	Formative and Summative	30%	1-8
2000 word research report and presentation	Formative and Summative	20%	1-8
Exam	Summative	40%	1-8

Assessment Related Requirements

It is a requirement of the course that students attend and submit workshop assignments which are an essential basis for the research report.

Assessment Detail

No information currently available.

Submission

All assignments must be submitted online via MyUni.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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