LIFE SCIENCES - Elements of Ecology
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Only the interest towards ecology
Learning is verified by a final written test. The written test lasts one hour and includes three open questions, on the main topics of the course program.
The final mark is expressed in thirtieths.
The teacher positively assesses the ability to organize knowledge in a reasoned way, rigor and argumentative originality. Quality of the exhibition and the use of adequate and specialized vocabulary are fundamental to successfully pass the exam. The possible lode rewards students who demonstrate particular ability to deepen the covered topics.
The concepts, principles and laws of basic ecology are proposed to evaluate the alterations of biogeochemical cycles and self-regulation systems of ecosystems due to human activities. The aim is to provide diagnostic tools and restoration of compromised ecosystems within the framework of existing legislation and knowledge gained in the ecological field.
EXPECTED RESULTS
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Know the Ecology as a science
2 Understand the main alterations that different human activities can cause on aquatic ecosystems;
2. discuss different case studies
3. apply the study methods of the biotic and abiotic components of the various environmental compartments,
Introduction on the story of Ecology (4 hrs)
Quality and quantity of water - basic ecology
Water source
eutrophication, toxic algae
patogens
micropollutants in water
management of waters
Introduction on the story of Ecology (4 hrs)
Quality and quantity of water - basic ecology
Water source
eutrophication, toxic algae
patogens
micropollutants in water
management of waters
use of slides published on e-learning
The teacher receives before or at the end of each lesson or in her study on any day of the week by e-mail appointment (roberta.bettinetti@uninsubria.it)