Duration
12h Th, 12h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor in bioengineering | 2 crédits | |||
| Master in smart rurality (120 ECTS) | 2 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
The basic concepts of landscape ecology, such as spatial scale, spatial pattern, landscape composition, landscape configuration, and/or the systemic approach. Theoretical courses are followed by theoretical or field-based group exercises to illustrate the explained concepts. Course contents may modify as a function of scientific or educational opportunities or constraints.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
At the end of the course, students will be able to understand and use the basic concepts of landscape ecology.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Basic course of ecology.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Teaching ex cathedra, supported by powerpoint presentations. Individual or group exercises to illustrate the concepts and calculations on the computer. Field exercise(s). Activities can change as a function of scientific or educational opportunities or constraints.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face lectures for the theoretical courses and for the field excursion. Individual and group exercises on the computer (self-planning but compulsory participation).
Organisational adjustments related to the current health context
In case of doubt about the feasibility of organizing face-to-face sessions (application health code, quarantine issue, etc.) podcasts will be recorded which will replace face-to-face activities; thus we will offer all students (present and absent) the same educational conditions. These podcasts will focus on theoretical courses (explanation of powerpoint presentations), introduction to practical work and the organization of the course. In this way, no uncertainty will exist about the organization of the course; any changes along the way in educational terms when the health situation changes will thus be avoided. Introductory and feedback sessions (face-to-face or remotely) about the practical exercises will be organized by the course assistant, Mr. H. STRAMMER, who will contact the students on this subject. The students will be evaluated by means of practical work reports (details will be communicated) and by an oral exam (face-to-face or at a distance; the terms will be set according to the evolution of the situation) which will focus on the theoretical courses and on practical work reports; in principle, in the case of a remote examination, an open book examination is organized; in the event of a face-to-face examination, the evaluation will be based upon a closed book exam. Given the volatility of the situation, students are requested to regularly monitor their institutional email as this will be the communication channel for any changes in teaching and / or assessment modalities.
Recommended or required readings
Readings and course notes will be communicated during the lectures by means of the MyULg system. A significant part will be in english.
Assessment methods and criteria
Below you will find information on the evaluation methods planned for in-person and remote exams as well as those planned for hybrid sessions. Depending on how the health crisis evolves, the chosen method will be communicated to you no later than one month before the start of the exam session.
Any session :
- In-person
oral exam
- Remote
oral exam
- If evaluation in "hybrid"
preferred in-person
Additional information:
Oral exam of the theoretical courses and the reports of the exercises. Assessment of the reports of the exercises. Evaluation details (contribution of the different parts) will be explained during the lectures.
Depending on the evolution of the covid-19 crisis, a choice will be made between a face-to-face oral examination and a remote oral examination.
Work placement(s)
None.
Organizational remarks
Presence at the theoretical courses is recommended. Every student has to understand well all aspects of the exercises, also for the group exercises.
The organizational arrangements, educational activities and content of this course may change as a result of the Covid-19 crisis.
Contacts
Professor Jan BOGAERT
j.bogaert@uliege.be