Course code: BIO-2310
Arctic biology
Campus
Semester / Year
Spring 2013
Credits
10
NOTE! This course belongs to a previous semester/year
About the course
The course can be taken as a singular course.
The course is limited to 20 students due to the expedition to the West Ice.
Please contact student advisors studbio@bfe.uit.no if you would like to attend this course. Mark the email: Application for BIO-2310.
The course describes the arctic environment and focuses on the biology of various arctic animals and their physiological adaptations to the extreme environment.
Objectives of the course
Students that have completed Bio-2310 Arctic Biology:
- should have knowledge, insight and increased awareness of the Arctic region, and the animals (invertebrates, fish, birds, mammals) that inhabit this region
- should be able to describe physiological adaptations of animals living in an extreme environment
- should be able to understand-scientific literature
- should be able to discuss- and give oral/written presentations of problems concerning this field of science
Prerequisites
Teaching methods
Lectures based on a syllabus and an obligatory expedition (approximately 14 days) with experimental studies of seals in the West ice will take place in March/April using the university vessel RV Helmer Hanssen. Students will work together in groups and write reports based on results from research and practicals done during the expedition.
Language of instruction and examination
English or NorwegianRecommended reading/syllabus
A.S.Blix (2005) Arctic Animals and their Adaptations to Life on the Edge, tapir academic press.Assessment
6 hours written exam based on a syllabus (see below),lectures and approved expedition reports. Alphabetical grades (A-F).
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