Biogeography and Ecological Engineering Field of study: Environmental Hazard Engineering
Programme code: W2-S1IZ19.2023

Module name: Biogeography and Ecological Engineering
Module code: W2-IZ-S1-006
Programme code: W2-S1IZ19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The student acquires knowledge of living organisms as components of the geographical environment, their interrelationships and interactions, and also in the context of geohazards. They will learn about the basic phenomena and processes in the biosphere and the environmental factors determining the development and diversity of living organisms. The learner learns about the regularities in the distribution of living organisms globally and in Poland. The student learns about the relationship between humans and the biosphere, focusing on geohazards. Understands the role of plant ecosystem engineers in the environmental design process and their importance in minimising environmental damage.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
applies basic research techniques and tools in biogeography, ecological engineering, statistical methods, algorithms, and computer techniques to describe phenomena and analyse data [U01]
 U02 [5/5]
understands literature on biogeography and ecological engineering in Polish and uncomplicated scientific texts in English. Uses scientific language in undertaken discussions with specialists in the field of biogeography [U02]
 U03 [4/5] U04 [4/5]
be able to use available sources of information on geohazards in the pedosphere and biosphere, including electronic sources, and have the ability to make correct inferences based on data from different sources [U03]
 U01 [3/5]
learns independently in a focused manner and understands the need for lifelong learning, demonstrates the need to continuously update directional knowledge in biogeography and soil science and to improve professional and personal competencies [U04]
 U06 [2/5] K01 [2/5]
able to interact and work in a group, taking on different roles within it [U05]
 U05 [1/5]
understands the basic natural phenomena and processes of the biosphere with a focus on geohazards. Understands the meaning of the basic conceptual categories and terminology of biogeography, including geohazards terminology. Has knowledge of the development of biogeography and the research methods used in this science [W01]
 W01 [5/5] W02 [5/5]
knows the basic problems of geohazards in the pedosphere and biosphere and the links between soil science and biogeography and other natural sciences [W02]
 W01 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-IZ-S1-006] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam U01 U02 U03 U05 W01 W02
laboratory classes [W2-IZ-S1-006_fs_2] 15 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Project scheduling [e04] 
Observation [e06]  		course work U01 U02 U03 U04
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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