Course description for 2020/21
Ecology
BIO201
Course description for 2020/21
Ecology
BIO201
The course will provide a basic introduction to ecological principles. Emphasis is placed on developing the students' understanding of ecological contexts. The main part of the course is linked to population ecology, but elements from community ecology system ecology and landscape ecology will also be highlighted.
The subject is reserved for students of the following study programmes:
- Nature Management, Nature Management, Bachelor's Programme
Other students can get admitted if there are places available. Contact student advisor.
Admission is based on general competance from studies or specific competance in this area, in line with the relevant regulations.
By completed course, the student is expected to posess the following:
Knowledge:
- has a broad basic knowledge of key topics in population ecology, and basic knowledge of key topics in community ecology, ecosystem ecology and landscape ecology
- is able to update his/her own knowledge within the subject area
Skills:
- can apply professional knowledge and relevant results from ecological research to practical and theoretical issues
- can find, evaluate and refer to relevant information and present this to shed light on a problem
General competence:
- can communicate key subjects such as theories, issues and solutions both in writing and verbally
- can exchange views and experiences with others with background in the subject area and through this contribute to development of the ecological profession
No tuition fees. Semester fees and purchase of pensum literature apply.
Compulsory
Lectures, group work and a semester assignment.
Evaluation using mid-term and final surveys. Students are also encouraged to participate in the central quality surveys.
Compound Assessment.
- Compulsory participation. Approved/ Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the written examination.
- Written assignment, comprises 20% of the grade, grading scale A-F.
- Written examination, 5 hours, comprises 80% of the grade, grading scale A-F.
None.
There is no previous knowledge needed beyond that described in the admission requirements.
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:
ØKO2002 - Population Ecology - 7.5 credits
BIO2003 - Bachelor's Thesis in Bioeconomy - 4 credits
ØKO2003 - Ecosystems and Environmental Challenges - 4 credits