Green spaces in the context of sustainable development Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S2BI19.2020

Module name: Green spaces in the context of sustainable development
Module code: 2BL_47a
Programme code: W2-S2BI19.2020
Semester: winter semester 2021/2022
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The module familiarizes the student with the basic principles of arranging and managing of green areas in accordance with principles of sustainable development.The student learns how to properly combine different plant species in accordance with their biology and ecological requirements. In addition, the student has the opportunity to learn about the most popular cultivars used for arranging green spaces in urban areas and learn about the types of garden compositions. Knowledge of natural plant protection products and fertilizers obtained in while implementing the module, it finds practical application in designing and maintaining of green areas. Student has opportunity to implement independently the principles of sustainable development by preparing its own development by preparing its own project of green area design taking into account its future maintenance.
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of botany, ecology and nature protection.
Key reading:
Like in syllabus.
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]
Student identifies popular ornamental vascular plant species and defines their taxonomy, geographical origin and ecological requirements. [2BL_47_1]
 2BL_W02_P [5/5]
Student explains the methods of obtaining new ornamental plant varieties and lists the most important features. [2BL_47_2]
 2BL_W03_P [4/5] 2BL_U02_P [5/5] 2BL_K01_P [5/5]
Student recalls legal documents important in introducing alien plants to green spaces. [2BL_47_3]
 2BL_W02_P [4/5] 2BL_K01_P [5/5]
Student defines the principles of plants selection and plants composition in various types of green areas on the basis of their decorative and landscape values as well as phytosociological and ecological requirements. [2BL_47_4]
 2BL_W02_P [4/5] 2BL_U04_P [5/5] 2BL_K03_P [4/5]
Student describes plant species used as a source of natural plant protection products and fertilizers. [2BL_47_5]
 2BL_W05_P [4/5] 2BL_U02_P [4/5]
Student justifies the design and management of green spaces in accordance with the sustainable development idea taking into account the principles of the Code of conduct on horticulture. [2BL_47_6]
 2BL_W01_P [4/5] 2BL_W07_P [4/5] 2BL_U01_P [4/5] 2BL_U04_P [5/5] 2BL_K03_P [4/5]
Wskazuje i stosuje podstawowe narzędzia graficzne i ich funkcje w projektowaniu zieleni urządzonej zgodnie z założeniami zrównoważonego rozwoju, za pomocą programu komputerowego. [2BL_47_7]
 2BL_W01_P [5/5] 2BL_U01_P [5/5] 2BL_U03_P [5/5] 2BL_K04_P [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
credit for a grade [2BL_47_w_1]
according to the rules set out in the syllabus
 2BL_47_1 2BL_47_2 2BL_47_3 2BL_47_4 2BL_47_5 2BL_47_6 2BL_47_7
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
laboratory classes [1BL_47_fs_1]
-independent and group work under with supervisor; - presentation of plant species (fresh and herbarium material); - field visit (presentation of various green areas); - discussion of the green spaces project prepared by the students.
 30
- repetition and synthesis  of material required to pass tests; - obtaining materials for the report; - green area design project preparation using a computer program.
 30 credit for a grade [2BL_47_w_1]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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