Methods in ecophysiological research Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S2BI19.2021

Module name: Methods in ecophysiological research
Module code: 2BL_160a
Programme code: W2-S2BI19.2021
Semester:
  • summer semester 2022/2023
  • summer semester 2021/2022
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The aim of the module is broaden the students’ knowledge on the methods in plant ecophysiological research. Students learn different methods of heavy metals analyse in soil and plants with special emphasis on appropriate sample collection. Students are acquainted with the assessment methods of selected metabolites, involved in plant defense response towards heavy metals (eq. chlorophylls, anthocyanins, proline, antioxidant enzymes). Students focus on the application of above-mentioned ecophysiological parameters and the environmental indices such as pollution index, translocation factor, bioconcentration factor, enrichment factor, chemical fingerprints of their own selected plants elements estimation.
Prerequisites:
General knowledge in ecology, biochemistry and plant physiology.
Key reading:
as 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]
Can define the basic concepts of bioindication, plants ecophysiological indicators as well as their use in environmental quality studies. [2BL_160_1]
 2BL_W01_P [5/5] 2BL_W07_P [5/5]
possess knowledge about the impact of environmental pollution on the physiological responses of plants. [2BL_160_2]
 2BL_W07_P [5/5] 2BL_U03_P [5/5]
Student can plan and analyze selected ecophysiological indicators using knowledge and skills in the field of scientific literature, including English one. [2BL_160_3]
 2BL_W04_P [5/5] 2BL_U03_P [5/5] 2BL_U05_P [5/5] 2BL_K01_P [5/5]
Student can prepare a report on the used methods; shapes an environmentally friendly attitude towards the threats arising from environmental pollution. [2BL_160_4]
 2BL_W04_P [5/5] 2BL_U03_P [5/5] 2BL_K03_P [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
credit [2BL_160_w_1]
according to the rules set out in the syllabus
 2BL_160_1 2BL_160_2 2BL_160_3 2BL_160_4
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 [2BL_160_fs_1]
Experiments will be performed in small groups under the supervision of the instructors and will include: • Designing and accomplishing the procedure • Calculating and presenting the results • Protocols commitment and presentation
 30
Self acquisition of knowledge based on literature, www pages conected with ecophysiological reseach, verification of content discussed during laboratory classes, review of teaching materials.
 20 credit [2BL_160_w_1]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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