Structure and functioning of superorganism systems

Course: BIOLOGY (Master) FULL-TIME

Structural unit: Biology And Medicine Institute Science Educational Center

Title
Structure and functioning of superorganism systems
Code
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Second
Year of study when the component is delivered
2021/2022
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
2 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4
Learning outcomes
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
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
Course content
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.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Rosenberg GS, Ryansky FN Theoretical and applied ecology. - Publishing House. ped. Inst., 2004. - 294 p.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, practical classes, independent work
Assessment methods and criteria
Semester assessment: 1. Test 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: RN 1.2- 4.1 - 20 points / 10 points. Final assessment: in the form of an exam
Language of instruction
Ukrainian

Lecturers

This discipline is taught by the following teachers

Stanislav Мyakushko
Department of Ecology and Zoology
Biology And Medicine Institute Science Educational Center

Departments

The following departments are involved in teaching the above discipline

Department of Ecology and Zoology
Biology And Medicine Institute Science Educational Center