WETS1054 Phytoplankton identification (2 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028
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Phytoplankton identification and ecology
Description
Demonstrations and practical exercises to introduce the main types of freshwater phytoplankton and their identification
Learning outcomes
After completing this course, the student should be able to…..
know how to collect phytoplankton samples and how to prepare them for sample analysis. They know the identification and counting techniques, recognize the higher phytoplankton taxa and are capable of species identification
Additional information
Maximum of 16 students. Main subject and stage of the studies are used as selection criteria.
Recommended prerequisites
- Prerequisite group 1
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
Targeted to Aquatic master´s students, every 2nd year
Evaluation criteria:
Obligatory attendance, species identification exam pass/fail
Time of teaching:
Period 3
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Teaching (2 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish