Zoology 2
The subject is reserved for students of the following study programmes:
- Nature Management, Bachelor's Programme
Qualified students can get a place if there is capacity in the laboratory. Contact your study advisor.
After completing the course, the student will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge:
- have basic knowledge of the species diversity of Norwegian vertebrates
- have a particularly good knowledge of Norwegian bird fauna, with a focus on key species, threatened and vulnerable species
- have knowledge of population variations and population changes in Norwegian bird fauna and the background for such changes
- be familiar with the most current threat factors for the bird fauna
Skill:
- be able to apply and convey knowledge about Norwegian vertebrates
- Master methods for mapping selected groups
General competence:
- be able to discuss nature management challenges related to the Norwegian bird fauna
Compulsory participation - 4 out of 5 excursions with follow-up work, approved/not approved. Must be approved in order to sit for the practical exam (species test).
School exam, 4 hours, counts for 50% of the grade. Assessment A-E, F=not passed. Practical test (species test), 2 hours, counts for 50% of the grade. Assessment A-E, F=not passed.
School examination: Pen, ruler and up to 2 bilingual dictionaries.
Practical test (species test): All aids except reference collection.
Generating an answer using ChatGPT or similar artificial intelligence and submitting it wholly or partially as one's own answer is considered cheating.
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
BIO1020 - Zoology Systematics - 2.5 credits