Course - Marine ecology - BIA2001
BIA2001 - Marine ecology
About
New from the academic year 2020/2021
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 4 hours |
Course content
This course is an introduction to marine ecology and covers important terms and concepts in ecology. Marine ecology is the interplay of marine organisms and these organisms with the environment. The main topics include:
The abiotic environment;
Oceanography;
Population ecology;
Interactions between organisms and their environment;
Biotic interactions;
Life-history strategies;
Marine productivity and bioenergetics;
Important pelagic and benthic systems;
Anthropogenic changes and impacts;
Examples of marine innovation.
Learning outcome
Learning outcome - Knowledge:
The candidate can:
explain important ecological terms and concepts;
describe and compare relevant marine ecosystems;
describe important abiotic factors and their importance for marine organisms;
explain selected models of biotic interactions;
explain and give examples of different life-history strategies;
describe effects of human activity on marine systems.
Learning outcome - Skills:
The candidate can:
use selected methods for pelagic and benthic sampling;
use selected laboratory methods for the examination of biological material;
apply the IMROD format to write reports;
discuss effects of human activity on marine organisms and the marine environment.
Learning outcomes - General competence:
The candidate:
has insight into consequences of the exploitation of marine systems;
can discuss ecological topics with professionals in the field.
Learning methods and activities
Pedagogic methods:
Lectures (30 hours), exercises (6 hours), fieldwork (20 hours) and laboratory exercises (15 hours).
Compulsory assignments:
Approved reports based on fieldwork and laboratory exercises.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Biomarine innovation (298BMI)
Biotechnology (427BT)
Recommended previous knowledge
MK 103112 Introduction to Chemistry
MB104314 Marine biology
Course materials
Course material will be specified at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MB104114 | 7.5 | ||
| BI2060 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2020
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund
- Marine Topics
- Ecology
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Biological Sciences Ålesund
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination (1)
100/100
Release
2020-12-01Submission
2020-12-01
09:00
INSPERA
13:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
UTS
Home examination (2)
100/100
Release
2021-05-26Submission
2021-05-26
09:00
INSPERA
13:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
- 1) Merk at eksamensform er endret til hjemmeeksamen som et smittevernstiltak i den pågående koronasituasjonen. Please note that the exam form has changed to home examination as a preventive measure in the ongoing corona situation.Merk at eksamensform er endret til hjemmeeksamen som et smittevernstiltak i den pågående koronasituasjonen. Please note that the exam form has changed to home examination as a preventive measure in the ongoing corona situation.
- 2) Merk at eksamensform er endret til hjemmeeksamen som et smittevernstiltak i den pågående koronasituasjonen. Please note that the exam form has changed to home examination as a preventive measure in the ongoing corona situation.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"