BIOL571 ADVANCED ECOLOGY

Course Code:2380571
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Biology
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. CEMAL CAN BİLGİN
Offered Semester:Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives

Learning the latest advances in population and community ecology, with a focus on terrestial ecosystems and vertebrates


Course Content

Life and the physical environment. Response to physical environment. Climate, topography and the diversity in the natural environment. Population interactions. The structure and the functioning of ecological communities. Energy flow in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Species extinction and their causes.(F)*


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Explain the inner workings of the scientific process, discuss critically, and solve problems by applying appropriate statistical and computational methods; choose experimental and theoretical approaches in biology.
2Communicate issues in both English and Turkish with high proficiency.
3Read, and critique scientific communications in biology literature with worldwide recognition.
4Identify and explain issues in biological sciences within the context of other disciplines.
5Readily apply innovative theoretical and technological challenges acting upon the need for lifelong learning.
6Produce data and interpret results as an individual, as well as a team player, and lead whenever necessary.
7Apply and defend the rules of scientific ethics within their careers and professions.

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