BENA2031 Introduction to biota (4 cr)
Description
Learning outcomes
After completing this course, the student should be able to
· describe the basis for the classification of living organisms and the importance of the classification.
· explain the concept of species and the associated constraints.
· identify and name the most important domestic organism groups, and a few examples of the species.
· find and recognize the most important morphological features in the individuals and to utilize these features in the identification of organisms.
· describe what are the opportunities and the importance of genetic material in the identification and classification of organisms.
· handle organism samples, as well as to use a microscope and identification keys in practical identification work.
Description of prerequisites
BENP1001, BENP1002, BENP1004
Study materials
Course materials are shared in Moodle.
Completion methods
Method 1
Independent study (1 cr)
Preparation and presentation of own herbarium.
Teaching
9/1/2020–5/18/2021 Independent project
Participation in teaching (3 cr)
Lectures and laboratory work, assignments and final exam.