WETS1055 Identification and ecology of zooplankton (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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Zooplankton identification and ecology
Description
Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises to introduce the main types of freshwater zooplankton and their identification.
Learning outcomes
After completing this course, the student should be able to…..
identify the major zooplankton groups in freshwaters and the common species in Finnish freshwaters
know the life cycles of the major zooplankton groups in freshwaters
recognize the role of zooplankton in aquatic foodwebs
know the factors controlling the distribution and abundance of zooplankton in different watersheds and the structural and behavioral responses of the zooplankton to different abiotic and biotic factors
Additional information
Maximum of 16 students. Main subject and stage of the studies are used as selection criteria.
Recommended prerequisites
- Prerequisite group 1
Study materials
Short identification key
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
Targeted to WET master´s students. Autumn semester every 2nd year (2025, 2027).
Evaluation criteria:
Obligatory attendance, pass/fail based on identification exam
Time of teaching:
Period 1
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Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (2 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish