Undergraduate Course: Biodiversity (ZLGY10017)
This course will be closed from 31 July 2011
Course Outline
| School | School of Biological Sciences |
College | College of Science and Engineering |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) |
Credits | 10 |
| Home subject area | Zoology |
Other subject area | Environmental Courses |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | This module seeks to uncover the scientific foundation of the study of biodiversity: what is it and what role does it play in ecological processes and ecosystem function? The existing science of biodiversity is overwhelmingly concerned with macroscopic as opposed to microscopic animals and plants. We will investigate whether this is appropriate. Typical units of biodiversity studies are species. We will explore both higher (ecosystem) and lower (genetic)levels of of organisation. The material covered consists of both the most contemporary research as well as areas of classical ecology that have a renewed relevance. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Course Delivery Information
| Not being delivered |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
| Understanding of course content and ability to apply this to novel problems in biology. |
Assessment Information
| 2 hours written exam |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
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| Keywords | zobiodiv |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Prof Sean Nee
Tel: (0131 6)50 7335
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Course secretary | Mrs Pat Dougall
Tel: (0131 6)50 5464
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