Northern populations and ecosystems

Fakultet for biovitenskap, fiskeri og økonomi

BIO-2102 Ecological theory (Ecology 2a), BIO-2202 Ecology project (Ecology 2 b)

The course deals with the environmental factors and the ecological interactions that determine the dynamics of northern populations and how population fluctuations of key species may impact on ecosystem dynamics. Emphasis is put on species that have a key role in terrestrial boreal, sub-arctic and arctic ecosystems or species that are considered important as resources. Strategies for managing such populations/resources will be presented. A balance between theory and empirical case studies will be sought. The course will primarily use case studies, species and ecosystems relevant for northern Norway or adjacent sub-arctic and arctic areas. The course will also give an introduction into the use of simulation modelling

• Provide knowledge about:

a) which interactions determine the dynamics of northern populations and what can be the wider ecosystem implications of such interactions, and

b) Strategies for management and exploitation of northern populations and ecosystems

• Give an introduction into the use of simulation models for exploring population dynamics
• Give experience in critical reading of sientific papers within the field

The language of instruction is English and all of the syllabus material is in English. Examination questions will be given in English, but may be answered either in English or a Scandinavian language.

Seminars and excercises 30 h, project work 30 h

Oral exam. The project work needs to be approved.Pass/Fail. There will not be arranged a re-sit exam for this course.

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The date for the exam can be changed. The final date will be announced at your faculty early in May and early in November.

Oppgave

BIO-3122 Northern populations and ecosystems 10