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
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 5 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

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

(LO1) Be familiar with some key physiological adaptations necessary to survive in the marine environment

(LO2) Understand the imporance of some key ecological concepts that underpin the stucturing of marine communities

(LO3) Develop a basic understanding of key human activities that can affect individuals, populations and communities of marine animals

(LO4) Develop the ability to read and critically evaluate scientific papers

(LO5) Develop the ability to research, plan and write essay questions that tackle multi-disciplinary issues (using material from across the module as necessary)

(S1) Communication, listening and questioning respecting others, contributing to discussions, communicating in a foreign language, influencing, presentations

(S2) Literacy application of literacy, ability to produce clear, structured written work and oral literacy - including listening and questioning

(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

(S4) Problem solving/ critical thinking/ creativity analysing facts and situations and applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions.

(S5) Numeracy (application of) manipulation of numbers, general mathematical awareness and its application in practical contexts (e.g. measuring, weighing, estimating and applying formulae)

(S6) Learning skills online studying and learning effectively in technology-rich environments, formal and informal

(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

 

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.
Lecture 2; Oxygen and life for air breathers Lecture.
Lecture 3; Osmoregulation.
Lecture 4; Buoyancy & pressure Lecture.
Lecture 5; Thermoregulation, Lecture.
Lecture 6; Algometry Practical 1: An investigation of diving physiology and behaviour Block 2: Key Concepts in Marine Ecology
(Weeks 3-6)
Lecture 7; Bottoms-Up (1)
Lecture 8; Bottoms-Up (2)
Lecture 9; Top-down control (1)
Lecture 10: Top-down control (2)
Lecture 11: Competition &Disturbance (1)
Lecture 12: Competition& Disturbance (2) Practical 2: Evaluating control in a marine food web Block 3: Key Human Drivers acting on Marine Ecosystems.
(Weeks 7-9)
Lecture 17; harvesting abiotic resources.
Lecture 18; using the sea.
Lecture 19; Fisheries (1)
Lecture 20; Fisheries (2)
Lecture 21; Aquaculture (1)
Lecture 22; Aquaculture (2) Practical3: Comparison of aquaculture practices, associated impacts and future challenges Block 4: Developing essay topics.
(Weeks10-12)
Seminar 1; Tackling essays covering multiple topics.
Seminar 2; Workshop on released open-book essay questions (4 questions) Student-led study on open-book essay questions.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Lectures
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - Practical
Description: Three 3 hour computer-based practical sessions
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 3 - Seminar
Description: Three seminars on open-book essay topics
Attendance Recorded: Yes


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
 
        180 mins X 1 totaling 9
120 mins X 1 totaling 4
 
 
Private Study 119
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
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
Notes
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.         
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

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.