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300092 UE Introduction to Coral Reef Biology (2024W)

10.00 ECTS (6.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 12 participants
Language: German, English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

The field course will be from 10. - 21. February 2025 in Sesoko, Okinawa, Japan. Costs for travel and accommodation will be approximately € 1.100.- .
Further details and information will follow in the preparatory meeting on 10. Oktober, 18:30, SR 1.4, UBB.

  • Thursday 10.10. 18:30 - 19:30 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1 (Kickoff Class)
  • Monday 02.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1
  • Monday 09.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1
  • Monday 16.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1
  • Monday 13.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1
  • Monday 20.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1
  • Monday 27.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum 1.4, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 1.013, Ebene 1

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The practical part of the course familiarises students with the biodiversity and ecology of marine organisms in subtropical coral reefs. The general part will introduce to coral reefs and associated habitats, with coral as well as other invertebrates and fish identification. The second part deals with focus topics, e.g., reef status assessment, fish distribution, intertidal habitats, etc., assessed in group work. Organisms in their habitats are observed by snorkeling and/or, with appropriate certification, SCUBA diving. Underwater photography is an important aid for subsequent identification of most taxa.
Daily summary presentations and oral presentations of group work results enhance learning efficiency and communication skills. Group work on focus topics are presented in written reports.

Assessment and permitted materials

Assessment of performance is based on active participation, oral presentation, and written report.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

active participation max. 30 points
oral presentation max. 30 points
written report max. 40 points

Grades:
00-49: 5
50-62: 4
63-75: 3
76-88: 2
89-100: 1

Examination topics

Contents of the course.

Reading list

Miscellaneous identification literature (will be made available during the course).

Association in the course directory

BOE 12, BZO 12, MEC-9, MZO4, MNB6

Last modified: Th 10.10.2024 17:06