BIOL478 WETLANDS

Course Code:2380478
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. MERYEM BEKLİOĞLU
Offered Semester:Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the basic structure and function of wetlands, controlling factors for their distribution and community composition, major environmental problems worldwide, appropriate management techniques, and developing approaches for their utilization and conservation. Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding relationship and changes along gradients of wetlands hydrology, biogeochemistry, and different group of species including bacteria, plants and animals.
Prerequisite: Consent of the department.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Perform basic laboratory and field techniques/approaches used in various branches of biology.
2Understand and apply principles of laboratory and field safety.
3Understand the inner workings of the scientific processes, think critically, and frame questions using experimental and theoretical approaches in biology.
4Proficiency in communicating issues in both English and Turkish.
5Read, and understand scientific communications from primary literature in biology.
6Identify and explain issues in biological sciences.
7Be ready to take new theoretical and technological challenges by recognizing the value and act upon the need for lifelong learning.
8Work as an individual, as well as a team member, and assume leadship when needed.
9Follow the rules of scientific ethics within their careers and professions.

0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution