- Course Code
- ZO 3305
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Dr G Pierce, Dr V Louca
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
None
Notes
This course extends over six weeks; it is available only to students in year 3 of their programme.
Overview
This course deals with the basic ecological theory and modelling approaches required to study population dynamics, especially those populations which have importance for conservation consideration, management or exploitation. The formal tools used to describe population change in continuous and fragmented populations are explored. The complexity of reproductive strategies found in the animal kingdom as well as their implication for harvesting of species are presented.
Structure
2 two-hour lectures per week, 2 one-hour lectures per week, 7 three-hour practicals over 6 weeks. Total contact hours approximately 60.
Assessment
To pass this course, a pass must be achieved in BOTH the theory exam and the in-course assessment.
1st Attempt: 1 two-hour written examination for all candidates (50%) and in-course assessment (50%). The in-course assessment is made up of four tests. These tests will cover your practial materials, but also the lectures associated with the practical. All tests will be placed on MyAberdeen and they will be a combination of multiple choice questions, multiple answer questions, true/false questions and short open answers.
Resit: 1 two-hour written examination (100%); this may contain material from both the practical and lecture components of the course.
Formative Assessment
A strong emphasis will be made throughout the course on informal verbal feedback during practical sessions.
Feedback
Each student will receive individual feedback and a mark for each task. Feedback will be provided as written comments. Groups will also be given generic feedback.