Habitat Management
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS1055 | Biosciences | 1 | 10 | Spring UK |
- Code
- BIOS1055
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
In this module we will explore a variety of UK habitats and the ecological requirements and adaptations of the species found within them. Methods for wildlife conservation and sustainable management of wildlife resources will be introduced. You will develop skills in identification and an understanding of commonly used methods used to classify and monitor species and habitats. Using examples of UK national nature reserves (NNR) and sites of special scientific interest (SSSI) we will examine issues relating to the protection of management of these sites.
Target Students
Available to BSc Environmental Biology, MSci Environmental Biology,BSc Agriculture, BSc Agriculture and Livestock and Natural Sciences students.
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1 (1-hour): ExamSys
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To provide students with the opportunity to use a range of field techniques to examine various communities and ecosystems and investigateenvironmental management options.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
Become familiar with the design and sampling techniques involved in field-based experiments.
Acquire information systematically, process it effectively, and draw appropriate conclusions. Understand how species are adapted to specific conditions
Know and apply relevant terminology regarding the classification of extant and extinct organisms.
Become familiar with some of the issues involved in the management of designated sites (NNR. SSSI)
Become familiar with the structure of Management plans/habitat management plans
Describe how abiotic and biotic factors determine the distribution and function of living organisms.
Become familiar with the design and sampling techniques involved in environmental monitoring.