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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Biological Sciences : Zoology

Undergraduate Course: Biodiversity (ZLGY10017)

Course Outline
School School of Biological Sciences College College of Science and Engineering
Course type Standard Availability Not available to visiting students
Credit level (Normal year taken) SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) Credits 10
Home subject area Zoology Other subject area Environmental Courses
Course website None Taught in Gaelic? No
Course description This module seeks to uncover the scientific foundation of the study of biodiversity: what is it and what role does it play in ecological processes and ecosystem function? The existing science of biodiversity is overwhelmingly concerned with macroscopic as opposed to microscopic animals and plants. We will investigate whether this is appropriate. Typical units of biodiversity studies are species. We will explore both higher (ecosystem) and lower (genetic)levels of of organisation. The material covered consists of both the most contemporary research as well as areas of classical ecology that have a renewed relevance.
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Course Delivery Information
Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 1, Available to all students (SV1) WebCT enabled:  Yes Quota:  None
Location Activity Description Weeks Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
King's BuildingsLecture1-11 14:00 - 17:00
First Class Week 1, Monday, 14:00 - 17:00, Zone: King's Buildings. Ashworth, Honours Room 2 (114)
Exam Information
Exam Diet Paper Name Hours:Minutes Stationery Requirements Comments
Main Exam Diet S1 (December)Biodiversity2:00Nil
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Understanding of course content and ability to apply this to novel problems in biology.
Assessment Information
2 hours written exam
Special Arrangements
None
Additional Information
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Contacts
Course organiser Dr Vernon French
Tel: (0131 6)50 5480
Email: Vernon.French@ed.ac.uk
Course secretary Mrs Pat Dougall
Tel: (0131 6)50 5464
Email: pat.dougall@ed.ac.uk
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