BIOL403 CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
| Course Code: | 2380403 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 6.0 |
| Department: | Biology |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. CEMAL CAN BİLGİN |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Course objectives include understanding concepts of biological diversity, current threats and losses, as well as the theoretical basis of nature conservation. Population and community level processes and their links with biodiversity conservation will be emphasized. During the course, the students will get acquainted with past conservation successes and failures, particulary those in Turkey, and learn how to tackle problems in the complicated task of nature conservation in today's world.
Course Content
The impact of mankind on the biological systems of the planet earth has been accelerated during the recent decades. Many plant and animal species along with thousands of valuable gene combinations are in danger of extinction. This course discusses the factors that threaten natural communities, and presents justifications and principles of conservation of ecosystems and species in maintaining rich biological diversity in our environment.
Course Learning Outcomes
Improved knowledge on the state of biological diversity in the world and in Turkey, including major threats and possible action to avoid extinctions
A toolkit to assess the best way to conserve a species or an ecosystem
A better understanding of the human factor (cultural, social, economic aspects) in conservation science
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Perform basic laboratory and field techniques/approaches used in various branches of biology. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Understand and apply principles of laboratory and field safety. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Understand the inner workings of the scientific processes, think critically, and frame questions using experimental and theoretical approaches in biology. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Proficiency in communicating issues in both English and Turkish. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Read, and understand scientific communications from primary literature in biology. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Identify and explain issues in biological sciences. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Be ready to take new theoretical and technological challenges by recognizing the value and act upon the need for lifelong learning. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Work as an individual, as well as a team member, and assume leadship when needed. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Follow the rules of scientific ethics within their careers and professions. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution