Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | MARINE ECOPHYSIOLOGY, ECOLOGY AND EXPLOITATION | ||
Code | ENVS251 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr N Mieszkowska Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Nova.Mieszkowska@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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This module aims to provide students with essential background in marine ecology, ecophysiology and resource exploitation required for study at higher levels. Students will also develop the ability to evaluate and critique the scientific literature, as well as the ability to draw in relevant information from multiple topics areas to address this module aims to provide students with essential background in marine ecology, ecophysiology and resource exploitation required for study at higher levels. Students will also develop the ability to evaluate and critique the scientific literature, as well as the ability to draw in relevant information from multiple topics areas to address multi-disciplinary topics. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Be familiar with some key physiological adaptations necessary to survive in the marine environment |
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(LO2) Understand the imporance of some key ecological concepts that underpin the stucturing of marine communities |
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(LO3) Develop a basic understanding of key human activities that can affect individuals, populations and communities of marine animals |
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(LO4) Develop the ability to read and critically evaluate scientific papers |
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(LO5) Develop the ability to research, plan and write essay questions that tackle multi-disciplinary issues (using material from across the module as necessary) |
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(S1) Communication, listening and questioning respecting others, contributing to discussions, communicating in a foreign language, influencing, presentations |
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(S2) Literacy application of literacy, ability to produce clear, structured written work and oral literacy - including listening and questioning |
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(S3) Research management developing a research strategy, project planning and delivery, risk management, formulating questions, selecting literature, using primary/secondary/diverse sources, collecting & using data, applying research methods, applying ethics |
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(S4) Problem solving/ critical thinking/ creativity analysing facts and situations and applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions. |
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(S5) Numeracy (application of) manipulation of numbers, general mathematical awareness and its application in practical contexts (e.g. measuring, weighing, estimating and applying formulae) |
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(S6) Learning skills online studying and learning effectively in technology-rich environments, formal and informal |
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(S7) Global perspectives demonstrate international perspectives as professionals/citizens; locate, discuss, analyse, evaluate information from international sources; consider issues from a variety of cultural perspectives, consider ethical and social responsibility issues in international settings; value diversity of language and culture |
Syllabus |
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The syllabus outlined below is a guide to the topics, lectures and practical’s to be delivered in this module but final details may vary slightly from this schedule: Block 1: Key Concepts in Marine Ecophysiology (Weeks 1-3) Lecture 1; Oxygen for water breathers. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Practical Teaching Method 3 - Seminar |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
18 |
9 4 |
31 | ||||
Timetable (if known) |
60 mins X 2 totaling 18
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180 mins X 1 totaling 9
120 mins X 1 totaling 4 |
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Private Study | 119 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Open-book seen essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 exam period | 90 minutes. | 55 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Submit Prac 1 work for formative feedback There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | Approx 2 pages. | 5 | ||||
Prac 2 assignment There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2, Week 6 or 7 | Approx 2 pages. | 20 | ||||
Prac 3 assignment There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2, Week 10, Thursday | Approximately 2 page | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |