Application of bioindicators in the reconstruction of the natural environment Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Application of bioindicators in the reconstruction of the natural environment
Module code: W2-GF-S2-207
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The student knows the basic methods of determining the state of the environment based on bioindicators. He is able to analyze and explain the biological andgeological processes used in selected bioindication methods. The student acquires the skills of using bioindicators in research on the state of the environment and reconstructing the processes that shape it.The student recognizes and understands the benefits of working in an interdisciplinary research team and is able to indicate the role that a geographer should play in it.
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]
has in-depth knowledge of geographical sciences enabling the perception of relationships and dependencies in nature, in particular between its living and non-living components [W2-GF-S2-207 _1]
 KGG2_W01 [3/5]
has extended knowledge of the nature of geographical sciences, their place in the system of sciences and their relations to other sciences [W2-GF-S2-207 _2]
 KGG2_W01 [3/5]
collects and interprets empirical data and, on this basis, formulates conclusions regarding the relationships between various components of the geographical environment [W2-GF-S2-207 _3]
 KGG2_U03 [2/5]
demonstrates the ability to formulate reasoned judgments based on data from various sources [W2-GF-S2-207 _4]
 KGG2_U03 [2/5]
is able to cooperate and work in a group, taking on different roles [W2-GF-S2-207 _5]
 KGG2_K02 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-207 _fs_1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Monographic lecture [a02] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		course work W2-GF-S2-207 _1 W2-GF-S2-207 _2 W2-GF-S2-207 _3 W2-GF-S2-207 _4 W2-GF-S2-207 _5
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
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
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