Basics of EcologyLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

Student • knows the basic concepts of ecology • knows the basics of population ecology and community ecology

Content

Population ecology, community ecology, conservation biology

Materials

Lecture slides and Campbell N.A., Reece J.B. Biology, 7th ed., Pearson Education Inc. 2005 or newer edition. Chapters: An Overview of Ecology, Populations and Life History Traits, Biodiversity and Communities, Conservation and Global Ecology

Further information

This course is open to everyone Campus: Kuopio and Joensuu Timing: Every spring Language: Finnish Further information: Starting from 1.8.2022 this course replaces course: Basics in ecology and ecosystem functioning – Part A (3710122A)

Execution methods

Classroom teaching at the Joensuu campus, lectures can also be followed remotely and they will be recorded.

Accomplishment methods

Lectures 18 h and independent studying 61 h. Exam 2 h.