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Department of Coastal and Marine Resources

Management

Faculty of Engineering & Management

Ocean University of Sri Lanka
Colombo 15 , Sri Lanka

Student Handbook
Academic Year 2020/2021

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Student Handbook

Department of Coastal and Marine Resources Management

Faculty of Engineering & Management

Ocean University of Sri Lanka

Colombo 15, Sri Lanka.

Academic Year 2020/2021

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Usage Policy
This handbook is provided for information purposes only, and its contents are subjected to
change without notice. The information herein is made available with the understanding
that the University will not be held responsible for its completeness or accuracy. The
University will accept no liability whatsoever for any damage or losses, direct or indirect,
arising from or relating from the use of this handbook.

Published by:
Ocean University of Sri Lanka
Crow Island, Mattakkuliya
Colombo 15
01500
Sri Lanka

2020/2021

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Vice Chancellor's Message

The future prosperity of Sri Lanka depends on how well we

manage the potential of Sri Lanka's geographical location as a
hub of ocean affairs. Our location in the Indian Ocean has
shaped our history over a long period of time and will continue
to do so in the future. New consumer markets are emerging all
across the Indian Ocean connecting major economies of the east
and west that contribute to the growth of maritime activities in
the busy east-west shipping route, only a few nautical miles
south of Sri Lanka. On this Silk route, more than 150,000 ships
annually carry two-thirds of the world's oil supply and a half of the ocean freight.
Furthermore, Sri Lanka has its jurisdiction up to 200 nautical miles and we have
claimed extended exclusive economic zone beyond 200 nautical miles seabed under
the United Nations Convention of the Law of Sea. In addition, Sri Lanka situated
between the East-West natural nautical corridor and has become an important
contribution to the future of our country. As a nation, we are responsible for
repositioning our strategies to maximize utilization of these advantages. Human
resources development is the mandate of the Ocean University, an essential element
to fully tap this potential and has the capacity to cater this important task. At present,
the University offers degree programs in the fields of Marine Engineering, Fisheries
and Marine Sciences, Maritime Transportation Management and Logistics, Coastal
and Marine Resources Management and Oceanography. Further, it offers skill
sector NVQ level diploma and certificate courses in the related areas in its network
of regional centers.
This handbook would guide you to the information on the Department of Coastal
and Marine Resources Management in the Faculty of Engineering and Management
at the University. I hope that you would be benefited by this important learning
opportunity to mould yourself towards a successful carrier in ocean related
industries.

I wish you all the success!

Prof. Nalin Ratnayake

BSc Hons (Peradeniya), MSc (Japan), PhD (Japan), C. Geol.,
Professor in Marine Geology

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Vision
To provide innovative solutions for marine, maritime and fisheries sectors

Mission
To be the center of excellence in marine and fisheries education in the region

We adhere to the following values in everything we do:

Integrity : We let our thoughts demonstrate strong moral principles and
ethical practices

Quality : Being practiced as habitual actions in everything we do

Excellence : Never satisfied with something less than the best

Sustainability : We agree without debate that we are liable to the well-being

of all the stakeholders (3BLs)

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Contact Details

Name Designation Contact

Prof. Nalin Ratnayake Vice Chancellor +94 11434 6971

vc@ocu.ac.lk

Dr. H.B Jayasiri Dean, Faculty of +94114346983

Engineering JayasiriB@ocu.ac.lk
and Management

Ms. Shamali RathnaSri Head, Department of +94114346982

Coastal and Marine ShamaliR@ocu.ac.lk
Resources Management

Mr. Hemantha Registrar +94 11434 3973

Rathnayake registrar@ocu.ac.lk

Mr. Rashintha Thushara Senior Assistant +94 11434 6976

Registrar, Rashintha.Thushara@ocu.ac.lk
Examinations

Mr. Dilantha Perera Assistant Registrar, +94 11434 6979

Student Affairs Dilantha.Perera@ocu.ac.lk

Ms. Manjula Kahawita Director Finance +94 11434 6974

Manjula.Kahawita@ocu.ac.lk

Library +94114346980
ocumlib@gmail.com

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Contents
1. The Ocean University of Sri Lanka....................................................................................................9
1.1. Introduction.................................................................................................................. 9
1.2. Faculties and Departments........................................................................................... 9
1.3. Department of Coastal and Marine Resources Management.................................. 10
1.3.1. Objectives........................................................................................................ 10
1.3.2. Program outcomes – BSc General...................................................................10
1.3.3. Program outcomes – BSc Honours..................................................................11
1.3.4. Carrier Opportunities.......................................................................................12
1.4. Overview of the CRM department.......................................................................... 12
1.4.1. History............................................................................................................. 12
1.4.2. Academic staff.................................................................................................13
2. Coastal and Marine Resources Management Degree program........................................................ 17
2.1. Structure of the degree programs............................................................................ 17
2.1.1. General degree.................................................................................................17
2.1.2. Honours Degree...............................................................................................17
2.2. Specialize activities in undergraduate program.......................................................17
2.2.1. In- plant training.............................................................................................. 17
2.2.2. Mini Research project......................................................................................18
2.2.3. Research project.............................................................................................. 18
2.3. Examinations and assessments................................................................................ 18
2.4. Credit value of Modules.......................................................................................... 18
2.4.1. Modules........................................................................................................... 19
2.4.2. Registration......................................................................................................19
2.5. Curriculum...............................................................................................................22
2.5.1. Course Designation Systems........................................................................... 25
2.5.2. Degree Completion Period.............................................................................. 25

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 2.5.3. Incomplete Grade............................................................................................ 25
2.5.4. Failing Examinations.......................................................................................26
2.5.5. Improvement of Grades...................................................................................26
3. Selection for BSc Hons Degree........................................................................................................26
3.1. Awarding of the Degree.......................................................................................... 27
3.2. Calculation of Grade Point Average........................................................................27
3.3. Classes Awards........................................................................................................28
3.4. Effective Date of the Degree................................................................................... 28
3.5. General Information................................................................................................ 29
3.5.1. The Academic Calendar.................................................................................. 29
3.5.2. Admission Criteria...........................................................................................29
3.5.3. Notification of Selection..................................................................................29
3.5.4. Registration in the Program.............................................................................29
3.5.5. Grading System............................................................................................... 29
4. Conditions of Residents................................................................................................................... 30
4.1. Standard of Conduct................................................................................................ 30
4.2. General Conduct......................................................................................................31
4.3. Safety in the Department......................................................................................... 32
5. Getting help and Advice...................................................................................................................32
5.1. Services....................................................................................................................33
5.1.1. Library............................................................................................................. 33
5.2. Student Activities.................................................................................................... 34
5.2.1. Environment Club........................................................................................... 35

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1. The Ocean University of Sri Lanka

1.1.Introduction
The Ocean University of Sri Lanka (OCUSL) was established (Act, No. 31of
2014) to repeal the National Institute of Fisheries and Nautical Engineering
Act No. 36 of 1999. The University conducts higher education and vocational
training in marine, maritime and fisheries sectors. The objective of the
University is to conduct academic and professional education and vocational
training activities in fisheries, marine and nautical engineering to fulfil and
develop the needs of the fisheries and allied sectors. Currently, higher
education offers B.Sc. Degree programs in Marine Engineering, Fisheries and
Marine Sciences, Maritime Transportation Management and Logistics,
Coastal and Marine Resources Management, and Oceanography. Study
curriculum consists of theory and mandatory practical sessions which are
conducted with international standards. Vocational education offers NVQ
level diploma and certificate courses in fisheries and marine sector. This
section is more focused on shipboard skill development and provides Diploma
and Certificate courses in National Vocational Qualification (NVQ 3-6) and
upgrade to a degree level academic qualification.

The OUCSL has a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic student and staff population

which foster social harmony, cultural diversity, equal opportunity and unity. It
claims a proud history and continues its endeavor to meet the challenges of
maintaining the position as a university with a modern and international
outlook.

1.2.Faculties and Departments

Academic program of the university consists of two faculties, each faculty has
its departments.

 Faculty of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (FFOS)

1. Department of Fisheries and Marine Sciences
2. Department of Oceanography
3. Aquaculture and Seafood Technology
 Faculty of Engineering and Management (FEM)
1. Department of Marine Engineering
2. Department of Marine Transportation Management and
Logistics
3. Department of Coastal and Marine Resources Management

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1.3. Department of Coastal and Marine Resources
Management

The Department of Coastal and Marine Resources Management is one of the

three departments under the Faculty of Engineering and Management. The
department offers BSc General and Honors degrees in Coastal and Marine
Resources Management. This degree program introduces concepts,
principles and approaches in coastal and marine resources management. The
program aims to cover areas of ecology, sociology and economic
aspects related to the use of diverse resources of the ocean and coastal areas.
Students who complete this program will have the knowledge
and understanding of the diverse and valuable resources of the coast and the
sea, development and management strategies adopted and the prevalent issues
and challenges in sustainable management of coastal and marine resources as
well as conservation of coastal and marine environment. The program will
provide the students with tools and expertise required to successfully manage
the coastal and marine resources through an integrated approach, enhancing
the scientific, economic and social values associated with the coastal and
marine resources.

1.3.1. Objectives
The program is aimed at producing learned personnel required for
management of living and nonliving resources in the coastal and marine
environment. It is especially built on the principles and practices of
environment management, biological and ecological conservation, sociology,
legal and political aspects, disaster management and related technologies and
current and emerging issues. The major objectives are;

 Strengthening the students’ theoretical background in the field of

Coastal Resources Management and sustainable development
 Providing students sufficient exposure to research and development in
relevant disciplines
 Producing fruitful industry –oriented expertise who can work for the
sustenance of the coastal zone

1.3.2. Program outcomes – BSc General

The modules offered are designed to achieve the program outcomes given
below and thereby reach the goals of the degree program.

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Graduate will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles of
the nature and dynamics of coastal and marine environment and resources
2. Collect, Analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data on
sustainable usage of coastal and marine resources
3. Apply practical knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles
of the Coastal resources management
4. Formulate plans and implement better management practices to ensure
sustainability of the coastal and marine resources
5. Present information, ideas, and concepts efficiently and effectively
6. Exercise personal/team responsibility, and leadership in the professional
environment/work place.
7. Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities as well
as engage in and promote social responsibilities
8. Develop the ability to establish personal and professional goals and
identify appropriate pathways and strategies for future career
development

1.3.3. Program outcomes – BSc Honours

The modules offered are designed to achieve the program outcomes given
below and thereby reach the goals of the degree program.

Graduate will be able to:

1. Apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge gained from fundamental

subjects to understand the nature and dynamics of coastal and marine
environment and resources.
2. Conduct science based investigations and analyze complexities and
problems associated with the usage of coastal and marine resources.
3. Solve complex problems associated with coastal and marine resources
usage by applying appropriate management strategies based on
environmental, sociological and economical aspects.
4. Formulate plans and implement better management practices to ensure
sustainability of the coastal and marine resources.
5. Demonstrate sound practical skills required for developing effective
environment monitoring programmes.
6. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and with society at large, make
effective presentations and prepare reports, including, scientific reports for
publication.
7. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of principles of project
designing, implementation and management and apply these to one’s own

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 work, either as a member or as the leader of a team to manage projects in
multidisciplinary environments.
8. Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities as well as
engage in and promote social responsibilities.
9. Develop the ability to establish personal and professional goals and identify
appropriate pathways and strategies for future career development.

1.3.4. Carrier Opportunities

With nearly 20 state sector agencies involved in development, management
and/or regulation of activities related to coastal and marine resources
management including research and academic institutions and many private
sectors institution involved in different commercial sectors such as industry,
power, energy, environment consultancy etc; there will be a wide range of
opportunities for prospective undergraduates to choose from and make a
successful career out of CRM .

1.4.Overview of the CRM department

1.4.1. History
The Department of Coastal and Marine Resources Management has been
established in year 2015, with the aim of producing competent graduates who
are able to perform as resource managers. Five batches have been enrolled so
far, with an increasing number of enrollments in every progressing year.

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1.4.2. Academic staff
Dean - Faculty of Engineering and Dr. H. B. Jayasiri
Management PhD (India), MSc (Sweden), BSc
Senior Lecturer (Ruhuna)

Tel: +94-717507838
E mail: JayasiriB@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Marine debris

and marine microplastics, Marine
phytoplankton and zooplankton
dynamics, Marine pollution and
Oceanography

Head of the Department Ms. Shamali Rathnasri

Lecturer (Probationary) MSc(OUSL), BSc ( Jayewardenepura)

Tel: +94-773151496,
E mail: ShamaliR@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Coastal and

marine resources management, marine
ecology, Ecosystem Valuation

Lecturer (Probationary) Ms. Kasunthi Amarasekara

PhD (Reading), MSc (Kelaniya), BSc
(OCU)

Tel: +94-718205462
E mail: KasunthiA@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Coastal resource

management, Application of GIS and
remote sensing for Environmental
issues.

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Lecturer (Probationary) Ms. Chathurika Zoysa
MSc (Reading, Korea Maritime and
Ocean University, Busan), MSc
(Kelaniya), BSc (OCU)

Tel: +94- 773481487

E mail: ChathurikaZ@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Aquaculture and

fisheries science, Fish and shellfish
biology and ecology.

Lecturer (Probationary) Ms. Ahalya Arulnayagam

MSc (Reading, Korea Maritime and
Ocean University, Busan), MSc
(Preadeniya), BSc (Jaffna)

Tel: +94-779474003
E mail: AhalyaA@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Water resources

management, Coastal and Marine
ecosystems, Biodiversity and
conservation.

Lecturer (Probationary) Ms. Sajeewanie Jayapala

MSc (Reading, Korea Maritime and
Ocean University, Busan), MSc (Sri
Jayewardenepura), BSc (Open
University)

Tel: +94775228214,
E mail: SajeewanieJ@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Isolation and

structure determination of Bioactive
Substances from Marine Organisms,
marine bio technology.

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Academic Consultant

Dr. Champa Amarasiri

PhD (Australia), MSc (UK), BSc (Kelaniya)

Tel: +94-777502197
E mail: ChampaA@ocu.ac.lk

Research interests: Fisheries Biology and Management, Coastal Resources

Management

Lecturers from the Other Departments

Senior Lecturer

Dr. Jagath Rajapakshe

PhD (Peradeniya), MSc (Sweden), BSc (Peradeniya), Dip. in fish stock
assessment (Iceland)

Senior Lecturer

Mr. S. U. P. Jinadasa
PhD (Reading), MPhil (Open University), MSc (USA), BSc (Peradeniya)

Head of the Department - MTML

Ms. D.K.N.S. Perera

HOD, Academic Consultant
Maritime Transportation Management and Logistics

Lecturer (Probationary)

Mr. M.J.M. Ashik Rasul

Department of Marine Engineering

Lecturer (Probationary)

Mr. Nisanga Nuwantha

Department of Marine Engineering

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Lecturer (Probationary)

Mr. Sandun Wimalarathne

Department of Marine Engineering

Lecturer (Probationary)

Ms. W.P.W Anjalika

Maritime Transportation Management and Logistics

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2. Coastal and Marine Resources Management Degree
program

Department awards two-degree programs on Coastal Resources Management,

BSc and BSc (Hons).

2.1.Structure of the degree programs

2.1.1. General degree
Course Title : Bachelor of Science – Coastal and Marine
Resources Management
Abbreviated title : BSc
Course duration : 03 years full time
Medium : English
Minimum credit : 90 GPA credits
requirement
: 09 NGPA credits
: Total 99 Credits

2.1.2. Honours Degree

Course Title : Bachelor of Science Honours Degree
Abbreviated title : BSc (Hons)
Field of : Coastal and Marine Resources Management
specialization
Course duration : 04 years full time
Medium : English
Minimum credit : 120 GPA credits
requirement
: 09 NGPA credits
: Total 129 Credits

2.2.Specialize activities in undergraduate program

2.2.1. In- plant training

The in-plant training activities are intended to develop the professional skills
of undergraduates. It will provide undergraduates with knowledge and
practical experience within their chosen professional environment which will
help them to emerge as highly talented, motivated young professionals who

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are dynamic and add value to the company/ institute. In the meantime,
undergraduates will gain the essential exposure to the company cultures and
work ethics.

2.2.2. Mini Research project

This is an optional module. The aim of the module is to prepare students to
carry-out an individual research. Those who wish to complete this module
will get a certificate from the University stating that they have completed a
research project.

2.2.3. Research project

A short-term research project based on scientific method that involves field
and/or laboratory work in relevant field has been designed to develop the
research skills of the students.
The research project of more than 06-month duration is assigned eight (08)
credits and at the completion of this module the students will be able to
develop a research proposal on an identified research problem related to
special field of environmental science, carry out a research project on a
specific area of environmental science according to the scientific method,
analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical tests and interpret
results in a scientific manner, and present the research result in the form of
dissertation and defend the findings to the academic audience.

2.3.Examinations and assessments

All modules are assessed by continuous assessments followed by a final
examination. Different modules will have different weights of continuous
assessment component. Students should have a minimum of 80% class
attendance to be eligible to sit for the final examination of the module.
Students with valid reasons like illness may provide a medical certificate from
a recognized medical officer as mode of excuse in accordance with the
relevant guidelines and format stipulated by university administration.

2.4.Credit value of Modules

Credit is a time-based quantitative measure used in determining the
contribution of a course module. Each module is assigned a credit value
representing the student’s workload. One credit is considered equivalent to 50
notional learning hours or laboratory studies or field studies. In case of
industrial training, including time allocated for assessments and in case of
research, including time allocated for literature survey, one credit is
considered equivalent to a minimum of 100 notional hours.

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2.4.1. Modules

Modules are compulsory except mentioned specifically otherwise i.e.-

Optional. Modules are normally intended to be taken over six (06) and eight
(08) semesters for the B.Sc. CRM and B.Sc. (Hons) CRM degree programmes
respectively. This information is made available under ‘Module outline’.
Modules may have pre-requisites that need to be completed prior to
registering for those modules.

The modules offered in a given semester and the number of credits assigned to
each module will be determined by the Faculty. Students will be duly
informed on these details ahead of the commencement of that semester.

Table 01: Time allocation and credit values of modules

Module Credit Value

Theory
15 hour course modules 01
30 hour course modules 02
45 hour course modules 03
Practical
30 hour course modules 01
Combined Modules
15 theory hours + 30 practical/Field hours 02
30 theory hours + 30 practical/Field hours 03

2.4.2. Registration

2.4.2.1. Academic coordinators

An Academic coordinator will be appointed for each semester from among the
members of the academic staff of the Department.
The student is required to consult and obtain the consent of his/her respective
Academic coordinator prior to applying for registration at the beginning of
each semester.

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The student is also required to consult and obtain the Academic coordinator’s
consent prior to obtaining leave from academic activities and changing
academic load.
A student may appeal to the Dean through the Head of the Department, when
not in agreement with the decision of the Academic coordinator.

2.4.2.2. Registration for each Academic Year and Semester

At the commencement of each academic year and semester, students are

required to complete a registration form and pay any fees as may be required
by the university.

Students are required to fill individual registration forms indicating each

module that they wish to register for the semester through on-line registration
system, in consultation with the Academic coordinator.

Once the module registrations are finalized, Students affairs division will send
a printed copy of the module registration details to the department, the list is
available in the department for students to check and confirm for a prescribed
time

A student repeating the end-of-semester written examination of a module is

required to complete the repeat registration at least four weeks prior to the
commencement of the examination, and if necessary, register for that
academic year.

A student repeating both the continuous assessment and the end-of-semester

written examination of a module is required to complete the repeat registration
prior to the end of that academic year.

Each student is responsible for the completeness of his/her modules.

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2.4.2.3. Leave from Academic Activities

The following categories of leave from academic activities are available to

students: (a) Leave for Long Duration and (b) Leave for Short Duration,
complying with the conditions specified below.

(a)Leave for Long Duration: A student may apply for this category of leave,
when he/she has to be away from academic work for a longer period due to
medical reasons or circumstances deserving compassionate consideration. The
duration of leave a student could apply under this category is a combination of
full academic semesters and/or terms subject to the maximum limit of two
academic semesters.

Leave for Short Duration: A student may apply for this category of leave,
when he/she has to be away from academic work for a short period for
compelling reasons including but not limited to conferences, competitions,
sports, community services, company start-ups, family commitments, and
medical grounds. Maximum duration a student could obtain under this
category is 16 working days per 16 weeks semester. It is the student’s
responsibility to consult the respective examiners in order to make sure that
the leave obtained does not affect any of his/her Continuous Assessment
requirements.

Leave will be granted according to the conditions specified in by law no

01academic procedure and by law no 3 (examination bylaws). In case of a
student traveling abroad, the Vice Chancellor upon the recommendation of the
Academic Council may grant leave. Any approved leave for long duration will
add-on to the minimum period for the completion of the Degree.

Only leave for long duration granted under medical grounds will add-on to the
maximum period for the purpose of awarding classes and the maximum
period for the completion of the Degree. All leave which fall during end-of-
semester/term Written Examinations will be granted according to By-Law No.
03 (By-Law for Conduct of Examinations); and the student shall apply
separately for the same following the guidelines therein.

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 2.5.Curriculum

This program is especially built on the principles and practices of environment

management, biological and ecological conservation, sociology, legal and
political aspects, disaster management and related technologies and current
and emerging issues. The curriculum has been designed to address those needs.

No of Credits Compulsory for

Course
Course Title General Honours
Code GPA NGPA
Degree Degree

Level 01 - Semester 01
CRM1012 Information and Communication 2 √ √
Technology
CRM1022 Introduction to Marine Biology 2 √ √
CRM1032 Fundamentals of Ecology 2 √ √
CRM1042 Coastal and Marine Geomorphology 2 √ √
CRM1053 Oceanography and Ocean Dynamics 3 √ √
CRM1062 Marine Non-living Resources 2 √ √
CRM1072 Bio-geochemical Cycles 2 √ √
CRM1082 General English 2 √ √
CRM1092 Basic Biology 2 √ √
CRM1102 Basic Chemistry 2 √ √
Total credits 15 6
Level 01 - Semester 02
CRM 2012 Basic Mathematics 2 √ √
CRM 2022 Coastal Ecosystems 2 √ √
CRM 2033 Marine Ecosystems 3 √ √
CRM 2042 Ecology and Management of Coastal 2 √ √
Wetlands
CRM 2052 Surface and Groundwater in the 2 √ √
Coastal Zone
CRM 2062 Marine Meteorology 2 √ √
CRM 2072 Introduction to Natural Resources 2 √ √
Management

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CRM 2082 Introduction to Coastal and Marine 2 √ √
Fisheries
CRM 2091 Human Values and Ethics 1 √ √
CRM 2101 Basic Economics 1 √ √
Total credits 15 4
Level 02 - Semester 03
CRM 3012 Introduction to GIS and Remote 2 √ √
Sensing Change and Impacts
CRM 3022 Climate 2 √ √
CRM 3032 Coastal and Marine Disasters, 2 √ √
Preparedness and Management
CRM 3042 Coastal and Marine Pollution 2 √ √
CRM 3052 Ocean Energy 2 √ √
CRM 3062 Fisheries Management 2 √ √
CRM 3072 Coastal and Marine Aquaculture 2 √ √
CRM 3082 Fisheries Post-harvest Technology 2 √ √
Total credits 16
Level 02 - Semester 04
CRM4012 Basic Statistics 2 √ √
CRM4022 Aspects of Coastal Engineering 2 √ √
CRM4032 Marine and Coastal Tourism 2 √ √
CRM4042 Socio-economics and Coastal 2 √ √
Livelihoods
CRM4052 Coastal Agriculture 2 √ √
CRM4062 Management of Coastal Water 2 √ √
Resources
CRM4072 Marine Products and Biotechnology 2 √ √
Total credits 14
Level 03 - Semester 05
CRM 5012 Maritime Transportation and Port 2 √ √
Management
CRM 5022 Urbanization and Coastal 2 √ √
Developments
CRM 5032 Environmental Sociology 2 √ √
CRM 5042 Waste Management 2 √ √
CRM 5052 Law of the Sea and other 2 √ √
CRM 5062 Conventions
Ocean Observation, Prediction and 2 √ √
Forecasting
CRM 5072 Environmental Governance 2 √ √
Total credits 14
Level 03 - Semester 06

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CRM 6013 Conservation and Management of 3 √ √
Marine Wildlife
CRM 6023 Environmental Impact Assessment 3 √ √
CRM 6033 Environmental Monitoring and 3 √ √
Sampling Techniques
CRM 6041 Green Economy 1 √ √
CRM 6051 Introduction to Integrated Coastal 1 √ √
Zone Management
CRM 6063 Integrated Coastal Zone Management 3 √ √
(ICM)
CRM 6072 Research Methodology and Scientific 2 √ √
Writing
3(opti
CRM 6083 Mini Research Project onal) √ √

Total credits 16
Level 4 – Semester 07
CRM 7012 Marine Archaeology 2 √
CRM 7022 Remote Sensing and GIS for Coastal 2 √
Planning
CRM 7031 Environmental Mediation and 1 √
Negotiation
CRM 7043 Market System Analysis and Value 3 √
Chain Development
CRM 7052 Environment Risk Assessment 2 √

CRM 7063 Environmental Economics and 3 √

Ecosystem Valuation
CRM 7071 Special Topics in Coastal and Marine 1 √
Resources Management
CRM 7082 Statistics for Natural Resources 2 √
ManagementTotal credits 16
Level 4 – Semester 08
CRM 8011 Seminar 1 √
CRM 8022 Project Management 2 √
CRM 8033 In-Plant Training 3 √
CRM 8048 Research project 8 √
Total credits 14
Total

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2.5.1. Course Designation Systems

Each course module is designated by a maximum of three-letter code

identifying the course offering department, followed by a four-digit number
having the following interpretation.

CRM 1012 is consisting of four parts as CRM-1-01-2

 The first part: three letters CRM stands for the department; CRM
stands for Coastal and Marine Resources Management
 The second part: single numeric value (1) stands for Semester
number
 The third part: double numeric values (01) stand for the Serial
number of a module within that semester
 The fourth part: single numeric value (2) stands for the Number of
credits in that module
2.5.2. Degree Completion Period

 BSc general and honours degree are design to complete in three years
and four years respectively
 However, the maximum period allowed for completion of the BSc
(General) degree program is 6 years while for the BSc (Hons) degree
program is 7 years.
 This period may extend by the Academic Board on a written request
by a student.
 Thus, a student must request for an extension through head of the
department.
 The Requests must accompany with sufficient documentary evidence
to support such extension to be considered by the Academic Board.

2.5.3. Incomplete Grade

a) If a student was unable to complete a course module due to acceptable

reasons, he/she will receive an I grade. In this regard, the student
should upgrade I grade at least to a grade D within 1-year period and
failure to do will result grade F with declaration by the Dean.

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 b) If grade I is given due to the student was unable to sat for the final
examination, he/she may be allowed to sit for the examination and
upgrade at a later stage with the approval of the head of the department.

2.5.4. Failing Examinations

a) If a student has received an F grade for a course module at the end

semester examination, he/she will be required to sit for a repeat
examination at the end-semester examination in following year.
Students must pass all modules to be eligible for graduation.

b) A student who obtained a F grade, must have upgraded at least to D

grade to be eligible for graduation.

2.5.5. Improvement of Grades

a) A student who obtained an F grade will be eligible for a maximum of

C+ grade at a repeat-examination.

b) A student who obtained a grade below C+ in any course module may

re-sit for a repeat-examination of that course module at end-semester
examinations in consecutive years for the purpose of improving grade,
subject to a ceiling of C+.

c) The number of times that a student is permitted to sit repeat

examination shall not exceed 3 sittings.

d) The students who fail to upgrade his/her F grade in three attempts will
lead to automatic dismissal.

3. Selection for BSc Hons Degree

Following two criteria are used to select for BSc (Hons) Degree,

Criteria (a) - to be eligible for the honours degree students should have
completed all the credits of the first four (04) semesters of relevant B Sc.
Program with minimum of 2.80 GPA.
Criteria (b) - those who have not completed all the credits of first four
semesters, but have completed a minimum 80% of total credits of the first four

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(04) semesters of relevant B. Sc. program with 3.00 GPA are also eligible to
for the honours degree.
The number of students admitted to the honours degree programme will be
limited and decided by the Department of Coastal and Marine Resources
Management depending on the available resources each academic year. The
most eligible candidates will be selected based on their GPA and the
performance in a selection interview. The interview panel is composed of
Dean, Heads of the Departments of the Faculty and two other Academic Staff
members including a senior staff members.

3.1.Awarding of the Degree

To be admitted to the degree of the Bachelor of the Science (BSc) in Coastal
and Marine Resources Management a student shall satisfy the following
requirements:

 A minimum total of 99 credit that comprising all the GPA modules

and NGPA modules for General Degree and a minimum total of
129 credit that comprising all the GPA modules and NGPA
modules.
 A minimum Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) of 2.00.
 A minimum Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA) of 2.00.
 A residence requirement of three/four academic years as a duly
registered full-time student of the University

3.2. Calculation of Grade Point Average

Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA)

The Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) will be calculated at the end of
each semester using the formula given below.

��� ����
���� =
���

Where �� is the number of credits for the ��ℎ subject in a given semester and
��� is the grade point earned for that module.

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Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA)
The Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA) will be calculated at the end of the
course using the formula given below.

�����
OGPA =
��. �� ���������

Where ����� is the Semester Grade Point Average calculated for the ��ℎ
semester.

3.3.Classes Awards

Award of classes is subjected to the fulfillment of all the graduation

requirements within the given academic period. The overall GPA (OGPA)
that will be used in the determination of class awards is shown in the Table 02.

Table 02: OGPA limits for class awards

Degree Awarded OGPA

First Class 3.70 ≤ OGPA
Second Class (Upper Division) 3.30 ≤ OGPA < 3.70
Second Class (Lower Division) 3.00 ≤ OGPA < 3.30
General Pass 2.00 ≤ OGPA < 3.00

3.4.Effective Date of the Degree

The effective date of the award of the degree shall be reckoned at the date of
the satisfactory completion of the graduation requirements, as confirmed by
the Academic Council.

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3.5.General Information

3.5.1. The Academic Calendar

That approved by the Faculty Board is officially announced prior to the
commencement of each academic year. The faculty will notify the
commencement of academic years and semesters via an Academic Calendar
and the time distribution is as follows:
a. Classes/ Field Trip 15 weeks
b. Mid Term Examinations and Make up Classes 02 weeks
c. Preparatory Leave 02 weeks
d. Term Final Examination 03 weeks
e. Recess 04 weeks

3.5.2. Admission Criteria

All applicants for the bachelor degree program of the university must have
pass the G.C.E. advanced level examination with required minimum passes at
a single attempt in any stream. Candidates who sat for G.C.E. advanced level
(within three attempts at the immediate past year) are eligible to apply for
B.Sc. Degree in Coastal and Marine Resources Management. Applications are
called from the prospective candidates through the Ocean University website
in the relevant year. Students will be selected based on the marks achieved in
an aptitude test conducted by the university.

3.5.3. Notification of Selection

Selected candidates will be notified by registered post and the list would be
published in the university website (www.ocu.ac.lk)

3.5.4. Registration in the Program

Students admitted as full–time students to the university are required to be
registered for the period of study and shall pay any fee prescribed by the
university.

3.5.5. Grading System

The performance of students in each module based on the above evaluation
methods is expressed by a grading system. The grades are based on the Grade
Points specified as per the table 03.

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 Table 03: Grading system

Bench mark percentage Grade Grade point Description

85 and above * A+ 4.20 Superior
performance
75 to 84 * A 4.00 Excellent
70 to 74 * A- 3.70 Very good
65 to 69 * B+ 3.30 Good
60 to 64 * B 3.00 Encouraging
55 to 59 * B- 2.70 Moderately Good
50 to 54 * C+ 2.30 Satisfactory
45 to 49 * C 2.00 Pass
40 to 44 * C- 1.50 Weak pass
35 to 39 * D 1.00 Conditional pass
Both WE and CA F 0.00 Fail
components 34 and
below
Only WE component 34 I-WE Incomplete-Written
and below Examination
Only CA component 34 I-CA Incomplete-
and below Continuous
Assessment
N Academic
Concession
W Withdrawn

4. Conditions of Residents
4.1.Standard of Conduct
The students are expected to behave responsibly by respecting the codes of
academic conduct and the safety of all members of the university community
safeguarding the faculty property adhering to the (By-Law- 02 resident and
discipline) relevant By-Laws of the university. In this respect, they are
expected to act as responsible individuals, to conduct themselves with
honesty and integrity both personally and academically, and should respect
the rights of others.

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All forms of academic dishonesty such as misrepresentation in coursework,
cheating, submission of the work of another person, making false statements
to a member of the faculty and alteration or misuse of university documents
are considered serious offences.
Following forms of misconduct are considered serious offences and may be
reported for disciplinary action.
• Student conduct which makes it difficult or impossible to proceed with
scheduled lectures, seminars, discussion group meetings and related
activities, and examinations.
• Students conduct which leads to damage to or theft of University
properties or the personal properties of members of faculty and staff, or
of fellow students. This also include conducts which leads to physical
injury to, or emotional disturbances to the members of the university
community.
• Violations of the rules and regulations of the Government and the
University
• Safety violations
• Failure to remit, return or submit financial obligations, property or
records of the department, within the time prescribed by the University

4.2.General Conduct
a) Students should be courteous to lecturers at all times. Students shall
not use any discourteous or derogatory vocabulary against a lecturer
or displayed violent behavior.

b) Students shall not impair, interfere with or obstruct the orderly

conduct, process or function of the university or any of its students,
faculty members, officials, guests or the surrounding community.

c) The University prohibits the possession, use, consumption,

manufacture, sale or distribution of alcohol or any other prohibited
drugs in any university premises.

d) Ragging and other forms of violence in Educational Institutions are

prohibited by the Act No. 20 of 1998 and has been ratified by the
Parliament. The broad meaning of this act assumes to totally
abolish ragging and other forms of violence such as insults and
cruel acts. This law makes ragging a distinct and punishable offense.

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4.3.Safety in the Department

The department is committed and considered it is an obligation to provide a

safe environment within its premises. All students are expected to adhere to
the safety standard and procedures laid down in the department. It is the
department policy to update the safety standards from time to time and the
student required to be vigilant of the changes in the safety policy of the
department. As a policy all the technical officers of the department are
trained on the safety procedures student should consider technical officers
are first contact point in the case of emergency or issues relating to health
and safety in laboratory activities. In addition students are advised of the
following general health and safety procedures to be followed.

• Students must not enter workshops or laboratories that display hazard

signs unless accompanied by a member of departmental staff.
Unauthorized visitors are not allowed into laboratories or workshops
unless they are being conducted by a member of staff.
• Do not work alone in a laboratory or workshop. All laboratory and
workshop activities must be supervised by a member of academic or
technical staff. Do not operate laboratory or workshop equipment
without permission and supervision.
• For practical work, loose clothing, jewelries or long hair could be a
danger and compliance with Health and Safety requirements is
necessary. Similarly, when outside the University on industrial visits or
training programs, safety requirements of the organization must be
complied with.
• As part of the course activities, if any safety equipment like gloves,
goggles, overalls, helmet, earmuffs and film badges was issued, it must
be used in the correct fashion. While been engaged in any activity where
safety equipment should have been issued and was not, a member of
academic or technical staff must be consulted.
• Any hazardous spillages, accidents or broken or defective equipment
should be reported to a member of academic or technical staff. Do not
attempt to clean up or rectify the matter without supervision.

5. Getting help and Advice

Students are expected to discuss issues or problems of the academic program
with their academic advisors. In addition, they can seek assistance from the
module coordinator and the head of the department in relation to subject
specific or specialization specific issues. Problems or issues common to
many students may be best resolved through the batch representatives.

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5.1. Services
Services contribute to the quality of Student’s learning experience and their
academic success. Students are expected to discuss issues or problems of the
academic program with their course coordinators. In addition, they can seek
assistance from the head of department in relation to subject specific or
specialization issues. There is a student affairs branch to supports students
for issues related to enrollments, registrations etc. Common problems to
many students may be best resolved through the batch representatives.

5.1.1. Library
a) The library: provides access to academic staffs and all students of
the university. The library has two branch libraries in Mattakkuliya
and Tangalle premises which serve for different degree programs.

b) Library Collections: consisted of several sections for lending,

reference, periodicals and special collections.

c) Lending Section: issues books for a period of two weeks to

undergraduates. If needed which can be extended for another two
weeks and must meet assigned librarian.

d) Reference Section: includes reference materials that are issued to

students for overnight use and could be borrowed between 3.00 p.m.
to 4.00 p.m. and should be returned before 10.00 a.m. of the
following day. Permanent reference materials (such as encyclopedias,
dictionaries, glossaries and other valuable books) are intended strictly
for reference within the library. Reading facilities are provided in this
section.

e) Borrowing Library Resources: with the exception of certain

categories (i.e. Permanent reference materials, dictionaries, atlases,
books under special collections etc.) all other books may be borrowed.
The university record book or identity card must be produced when
borrowing books. Books may be borrowed before 4.00 p.m. Details
about the number of books can be borrowed is given in Table 04.

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 Table 04: Details of the number of books can be borrowed from the
library

Semester Lending Reference Electronic

books books media
1 01 01 01
2 01 01 01
3 01 01 01
4 01 01 01
5 02 01 01
6 02 01 01
7 02 02 01
8 02 02 01
ing Library Resources: borrowed from the library must be returned
by 10.00 a.m. on the due date. Borrowers are responsible for the
materials issued to them and in case of lost or damaged, the materials
should be reported immediately to the library. Borrower has to
replace it with a new copy of the same edition or subsequent edition
within due date. If the book is not available in the market, the
borrower will be charged for the replacement cost of the material/s
and a processing fee of 25% value of the book. All library resources
borrowed must be returned and all outstanding fines must be paid
when a student leaves the university. Users who fail to fulfill their
obligations may have their degree certificate withheld until they
return the borrowed resources and pay the fine.

5.2.Student Activities

During the stay at the university students are encouraged to engage in

extracurricular activities. Students will find that participation in
extracurricular activities enrich university experience. There are a wide
range of extracurricular activities organized the university and the
department. Participation in these activities provides social association,
leadership opportunities and professional development. Most students join
student chapter of a professional society and take part in their activities.

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5.2.1. Environment Club
Environment Club is the main society within the department that consists of
the academic staff and students. Academic staff plays an advisory role within
the society. The goal of the Environment Club is to upgrade student’s life in
the department giving them opportunity to improve their leadership and
interpersonal qualities while taking care of the environmental issues. Apart
Environmental Club represent the department in inter-university, national
and international activities.

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