Floristics and Faunistics
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1BG106
- Code
- 1BG106
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Biology G1N
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 25 April 2016
- Responsible department
- Biology Education Centre
Entry requirements
General entry requirements
Learning outcomes
After this course, the student should be able to
- identify and describe common vertebrates, insects and other invertebrate animals of the Nordic fauna
- identify and describe Nordic vascular plants, mosses and lichens
- use identification keys and descriptive literature to determine names of animals and plants
- apply basic methodology for inventorying animals and plants
Content
The course covers the Nordic flora and fauna, with a focus on identification of animals and plants (flowering plants and other land plants, also including lichens). Use of identification literature. Adaptations to the environment, plant and animal communities, reproduction and dissemination strategies, as well as inventory methods are generally addressed.
The individual project focuses on the inventory of flora and fauna in a given area.
Instruction
This course is taught mainly in the form of excursions in the field and museum studies with integrated lessons and group instruction, as well as lectures and exercises.
Assessment
Modules: Floristics 3.8 hp; Faunistics 3.7 hp; Project 2.5 credits. The floristics and faunistics modules are examined through written examinations. The project work is examined through a written report. All activities on the course except lectures are mandatory.