ECOS1090 Invertebrate collection (2 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
Description
Content
Jointly agreed number of scientifically collected and preserved invertebrate samples. The collection should include samples from one or some taxonomic animal groups or certain specific habitat. The contents of the collection will be agreed in advance with the supervisor of the course.
Completion methods
The collection of invertebrate samples from the field and presentation of labeled and identified samples to the supervisor of the course.
Assessment details
Number of scientifically preserved and identified invertebrate samples.
Learning outcomes
After the preparation of a collection the student:
- can collect, prepare, label and handle scientific invertebrate samples
- is able to identify the sampled individuals of the chosen taxonomic group to species or genus level
- is able to describe the key morphological features, as well as the species diversity and main points of biology and ecology in the target animal group
- is able to describe and explain the phenomenon of biodiversity using the invertebrate group studied as an example.
- can collect, prepare, label and handle scientific invertebrate samples
- is able to identify the sampled individuals of the chosen taxonomic group to species or genus level
- is able to describe the key morphological features, as well as the species diversity and main points of biology and ecology in the target animal group
- is able to describe and explain the phenomenon of biodiversity using the invertebrate group studied as an example.
Description of prerequisites
Basic level courses of invertebrate species knowledge.
Completion methods
Method 1
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Teaching (2 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish