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Structure and functioning of superorganism systems

Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП

Second

2025/2026

2 Semester

4

PR19.3 Apply existing research methods, develop and implement new research methods and technologies to address specific scientific, theoretical, and applied problems in zoology. PR20.3 Develop a systematic approach to the analysis and interpretation of new findings on the organization and functioning of animal organisms at the organismal and population levels, drawing on advanced knowledge acquired through professionally oriented practical courses.

Full-time form

1. Know - the basic principles of structure and life of biosystems of different levels of organization and the criteria by which they can be compared with each other; directions of their evolutionary changes; main features and principles of adaptation of biosystems to living conditions; basic methods of obtaining factual data in this direction. 2. Be able to - choose methods for specific research; to analyze data at the population and ecosystem levels, assess the state of biosystems in order to preserve biodiversity; organize comprehensive research in certain ecosystems. 3. Have basic skills in conducting research in the field, statistical data processing in the relevant field.

The discipline "Structure and functioning of superorganisms" is an elective discipline. The need for this discipline is determined by the need to understand the specifics of the organization and the principles of the relationship of living systems with their environment. The theoretical core of the discipline are such sciences as general ecology, population and ecosystem ecology, biospherology. However, it is closely related to such disciplines as evolutionary theory, taxonomy and taxonomy, biodiversity, and environmental protection. Teaching the discipline is aimed at theoretical and practical mastering by students of methods of research and assessment of biosystems of different levels, the formation of future specialists of theoretical knowledge, skills and practical skills to assess their current state and predict its changes in the future.

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Lectures, practical classes, independent work

Semester assessment: 1. Test work 1: PH 1.1-4.1 - 20 points / 10 points. 2. Test work 2: PH 1.1- 4.1 - 20 points / 10 points. 3. Presentations / reports: PH 1.2- 4.1 - 20 points / 10 points. Final assessment: in the form of an exam

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