This is an introductory course in insect ecology. Students will learn about the ways in which insects interact with and adapt to their abiotic & biotic environments and their roles in diverse ecosystems. The course will entail lectures, outside readings, and critical analysis of contemporary literature.
Lernziel
Students completing this course should become familiar with the application of ecological principles to the study of insects, as well as major areas of inquiry in this field. Highlighted topics will include insect behavior, chemical and sensory ecology, physiological responses to biotic and abiotic stressors, plant-insect interactions, community and food-web dynamics, and disease ecology. The course will emphasize insect evolution and adaptation in the context of specific interactions with other organisms and the abiotic environment. Examples from the literature incorporated into lectures will highlight the methods used to study insect ecology.
Skript
Provided to students through ILIAS
Literatur
Selected required readings (peer reviewed literature, selected book chapters). Optional recommended readings with additional information.
Leistungskontrolle
Information zur Leistungskontrolle (gültig bis die Lerneinheit neu gelesen wird)
Repetition nur nach erneuter Belegung der Lerneinheit möglich.
Zusatzinformation zum Prüfungsmodus
Type: mid-term and end of semester examination, several in-class discussions of scientific literature. Further information on examination mode: Examinations will be written and based on lecture notes and required readings. Students will be expected to participate in class discussions based on important scientific articles related to lecture materials.
Lernmaterialien
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Es werden nur die öffentlichen Lernmaterialien aufgeführt.
Gruppen
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Einschränkungen
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