BENA4028 Natural resources and multi-objective use of forests (3 cr)
Study level:
Intermediate studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science
Coordinating organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science, Open University
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028
Description
The course provides basic understanding of boreal forest ecosystems, their functions and biodiversity. The course themes also include forestry, forest use planning, forests legistlation and management. Central theme is also alternative uses and values of forests, forest ecosystem services and biodiversity conservation.
Learning outcomes
After this course students can describe main natural dynamics of boreal forests in different spatial scales. Students can explain how forests are managed for timber production and how management is administered and guided. Students are able to tell the main structural differences between managed forests and forests in natural state, and the consequences of these differences for biodiversity. Students have a general understanding on multiple purposes and uses of forests, forest ecosystem services and their values. Students know at the general level sustainable use of forests from economic, ecological and social perspectives.
Additional information
Tutkinto-opiskelijat: Pakollinen läsnäolo tapaamisissa. Järjestetään joka toinen vuosi, alkaen syksyllä 2024.
Avoimen yliopiston opiskelijat: Itsenäinen työskentely, järjestetään joka kevät.
Description of prerequisites
BENA2020 and WISY1001/BENY2021
Recommended prerequisites
Study materials
Literature and other course material provided in Moodle.
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
Degree students: attendance at meetings is compulsory. The course includes discussions, written assignments, an independent fieldwork and group work. The course will be held every two years, starting in autumn 2024. Open University students: independent work, e-learning, held every spring.
Evaluation criteria:
Kirjalliset työt ja ryhmätyöt arvioidaan. Vertaisarviointi sekä opettajan tekemä arviointi.
Time of teaching:
Period 1
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Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (3 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
Finnish