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701-0326-00L 3 Credits BSC D-USYS
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Ecological and Evolutionary Applications

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Jukka Jokela
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:53:09

Abstract

Application of ecological theory is relevant especially for habitat and ecosystem restoration, for management of endangered species, and for pest control and harvest management. Ecological applications are central for sustainable ecosystem management and expertise in this field is needed in various professions. Purpose of this course is to give an overview of the common applications and methods.

Objective

Goals of this course are (i) to give an overview of different methods and applications of ecological and evolutionary theory (ii) to illustrate how fundamental and applied research interact in ecology and evolution (iii) to give more detailed view on methods used in restoration ecology and management of populations, with practical examples. The course uses a textbook, which provides the script and the background reading materials, lectures extend and explain the concepts introduced in the textbook.

Resources

Literature

textbook: "Ecological Applications: toward a sustainable world" by Colin R. Townsend. Blackwell publishing.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Ecological and Evolutionary Applications
  • Wed 14:15-16:00 (CHN E 42)
2 h weekly

Offered In

  • Environmental Sciences Bachelor
    • Specialization in an Environmental System
      • Environmental Biology (The following courses are highly recommended as preparation for the Specialization in Environmental Biology: 227-0399-10L Physiology and Anatomy for Biomedical Engineers I (Autumn semester) 551-0435-00L Systematische Biologie: Zoologie (Autumn semester) 701-0264-01L Ergänzungskurs Systematische Botanik (Spring Semester) 701-0360-00L Systematische Biologie: Pflanzen (Spring semester) 227-0398-10L Physiology and Anatomy for Biomedical Engineers II (Spring semester) These courses should be successfully completed during the second year.)