6EV320 Human impacts on ecological systems

    • Number of credits
      7,5
    • Teaching semester
      2023 Autumn
    • Language of instruction
      English
    • Campus
      Evenstad
    • Required prerequisite knowledge

      Recommended prerequisites:The following courses of the master in applied ecology or equivalent courses from other universities: Concepts in ecology; Study design and statistical modelling

Course content

Applying basic theory to the conservation and management of ecological systems. Students will gain additional exposure to reading and understanding scientific articles and scientific writing.

Learning Outcome

A student with fulfilled qualifications will have the following learning outcome:

Knowledge

Student

  • has a broad understanding of how humans modify ecological systems including impacts on animal populations, communities, ecosystems, and landscapes. Students will also gain an understanding of global change and how it may impact ecological systems
Skills

Student

  • is able to present and discuss current issues of applied ecology
General competence

Student

  • has an in-depth understanding of the role of humans in ecosystem dynamics
  • is familiar with key terms of conservation biology and natural resource management
Teaching and working methods

Lectures and seminars. Seminars will include presentations and discussions by student groups and outside speakers.

Required coursework

Portfolio including oral presentation and written reports at a satisfactory level (fail or pass evaluation).

 

Form of assessment

Written exam - 5 hours.

Assessments
Form of assessmentGrading scaleGroupingDuration of assessmentSupport materialsProportionComment
Written examination with invigilation
ECTS - A-F
Individual
5 Hour(s)
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology
Department
Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management