Degraded habitats ecology Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023

Module name: Degraded habitats ecology
Module code: 1BL_23_38
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The goal of the course is for the student to acquire:(1) advanced knowledge of the degree of degradation of selected ecosystems and pollution on biological life(2) the ability to plan and carry out simple experiments, analyze and evaluate the degree of degradation of selected ecosystems; (3) the competence to creatively express one's thoughts and views related to the development of civilization and the associated transformation of the environment, and the formation of awareness of the impact of pollution on the functioning of selected ecosystems. In a world where human activities often lead to the transformation and destruction of the environment, it is important to learn methods for assessing the degree of degradation and how it affects the functioning of organisms associated with it. The module on the ecology of degraded habitats will allow the student to learn about the potential threats to aquatic and terrestrial environments, the biological effects of degradation of aquatic and terrestrial environments in industrial areas, indicate the impact of anthropogenic loads on aquatic and terrestrial biocoenoses as well as the role of bottom sediments and soils that are the archive of stages of environmental change on plant and animal diversity.
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]
Proceeds in accordance with the principles of safety and hygiene in the laboratory and during the tests performed. He is able to critically evaluate his knowledge and is ready to consult experts on the methods and tests learned in the exercises. [K01]
 1BL_K01 [5/5] 1BL_K04 [3/5]
Explains the impact of varying degrees of water and soil degradation on the formation of selected aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and understands the need to counteract and solve social and environmental problems created as a result. Demonstrates methods to prevent the degradation of soils and surface water in degraded areas. [U01]
 1BL_U01 [5/5] 1BL_U10 [3/5] 1BL_U11 [4/5] 1BL_U13 [4/5]
He knows and understands the methodology of field and laboratory studies, can apply them in practice to assess the quality of the environment, and can interpret the results obtained. [U02]
 1BL_U01 [4/5] 1BL_U02 [4/5] 1BL_U03 [5/5] 1BL_U04 [4/5] 1BL_U05 [5/5] 1BL_U06 [5/5]
Describes and classifies the causes of the ecological crisis on a global, continental, and regional scale. Has advanced knowledge of pollution of anthropogenic origin and knows and understands the mechanisms of its impact on the aquatic and terrestrial environment. [W01]
 1BL_W01 [5/5] 1BL_W02 [5/5] 1BL_W04 [5/5] 1BL_W07 [4/5] 1BL_W09 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
discussion classes [01] 12 Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work U01 W01
laboratory classes [02] 33 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Observation [e06] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work K01 U01 U02 W01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
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
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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