Course description for 2022/23
Nature registration methods 1
NAF2001
Course description for 2022/23
Nature registration methods 1
NAF2001
The course focus on different methods used in registration, mapping and monitoring of chosen species and landscapes. To make sure students are able to solve assignments based on collected data, the course is based upon theoretical and practical training.
The subject is reserved for outgoing students at Bachelor of Nature Management.
Students must meet current admission requirements for the associated study program.
After completed course, the student is expected to possess the following:
Knowledge:
- Based on data from fieldwork an databases, be able to plan a field study, conduct it and compile data from norwegian ecosytems.
Skills:
- have a theoretical and practical understanding of methods and tools used in data collection and analyzing
- be able to present results both in writing and oral, and manage to point out pros and cons in the data material
General competence:
- how to use field data in nature management
No tuition fees. Costs for semester registration and course literature apply.
Compulsory in 3rd semester for outgoing students connected to Nature Management.
The course consists of lectures, fieldwork and assignments followed by oral presentations. In some cases, working hours in the field can exceed those of a normal day at campus.
Evaluated annually by students through course surveys. These evaluations are included in the university’s quality assurance system.
No prior knowledge is required beyond the admission requirement.
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:
NAT240 - Nature Registration Methods - 7.5 credits
BIO2310 - Nature Registration Methods - 7.5 credits