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701-0553-00L 3 Credits BSC D-USYS
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Landscape Ecology

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Loïc Pellissier, Dr. Simona Gradinaru
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:14:27

Abstract

The course is an introduction to Landscape Ecology and Landscape Modelling and provides various practical applications of Landscape Ecology in nature and landscape management.

Objective

The students are able - to explain and apply the concepts and methods of landscape analysis using examples, -to explain causes and effects of changes in landscape using examples and simulations, - to describe practical applications of Landscape Ecology in the management of nature and landscape.

Content

Contents of the lecture: - important terms and concepts of Landscape Ecology, - analysis of landscape pattern (metrics), - landscape modelling, - perception of landscapes, - landscape inventories used for nature and landscape protection.

Resources

Lecture Notes

The course is offered via a MOOC (Edx)

Literature

In the MOOC

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
- The grade for the performance assessment will consist 100% of a 5-6 page disposition (content as specified) for a research paper on any topic in the course (equivalent to a disposition for a bachelor's thesis).- Pre-determined activities in the MOOC (quizzes, uploading information) are mandatory and will be graded pass/fail. They are mandatory but do not affect the grade.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Landscape Ecology
  • Mon 14:15-16:00 (CHN F 46)
2 h weekly

Offered In

  • Environmental Sciences Bachelor
    • Specialization in an Environmental System
      • Forest and Landscape (The following courses are highly recommended as preparation for the Specialization in Forest and Landscape: 701-0266-00L Einführung in die Dendrologie (Autumn semester) 701-0951-00L GIST - Einführung in die räumlichen Informationswissenschaften und -technologien (Autumn Semester) 551-0448-00L Zoologie (Spring semester) 701-0360-00L Systematische Biologie: Pflanzen (Spring semester) These courses should be successfully completed during the second year.)