ECOS1084 Community and ecosystem ecology (5 cr)
Grading scale
0-5
Teaching languages
English
Responsible person(s)
Minna-Maarit Kyt枚viita
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student:
- knows the main theories and concepts in ecosystem ecology
- is able to analyse the architecture of ecological networks and understands the connection between network structure and stability
Study methods
Attending the lectures, discussions and seminars.
Content
This course focuses on ecosystem processes, trophic dynamics and how diversity is created and maintained in ecosystems and how diversity and ecosystem function interact. Basic network architecture analysis is introduced.
Materials
Scientific publications.
Assessment criteria
Exam (1-5) and seminar (pass/fail).
Prerequisites
Bachelor level studies completed