Biodiversity & Ecology (C1811)
Biodiversity & Ecology
Module C1811
Module details for 2023/24.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module introduces biodiversity and ecology. Core principles in phylogeny are developed, with examples from selected taxonomic groups of organisms to illustrate the scientific classification of living organisms. Fundamental aspects of ecology covered include population ecology (population growth and regulation, species interactions: competition, predation, mutualisms), community ecology (trophic structures and food webs, ecosystem services) and macro-ecology, where we discuss local and global patterns of biodiversity, factors controlling species distribution, abundance and biogeography. Laboratory practicals help to develop identification skills; in field practicals first data collection experiences acquired and identification skills are applied.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of basic theories and concepts in ecology, and an ability to apply them to experimental evidence
Understand the scientific classification of living organisms and demonstrate a broad knowledge of the diversity of life.
Demonstrate data handling and analysis skills for a range of numerical data sets and demonstrate the ability to use simple keys to identify selected taxa to class, order and family
Establish the ability to write with scientific rigour
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice questions | Semester 2 Assessment | 60.00% |
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Equal weighting for all components. | ||
| Report | T2 Week 10 | |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 00000101100 |
| Spring Semester | Fieldwork | 1 hour | 00100010000 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22322232222 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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