BL4266
Conservation Research Methods
2017-2018
15
7
SCQF level 10
1
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 15
ECTS credits : 7
Level : SCQF level 10
Semester: 1
Planned timetable:
The conservation of animal and plant populations relies initially on information of population sizes and trends. This information can only be collected by fieldwork. This module teaches the basic field techniques that underpin the monitoring of populations. Each week the theory behind a different technique is introduced, then the technique is practiced in the field, and finally data collected by the technique are analysed and discussed in a workshop at the end of the week, so that a full understanding of a technique and its proper application is gained. The module ends with students carrying out a project applying and integrating the techniques they have learnt.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass BL3309
Weekly contact: Variable combination of lectures, field practicals, data collection in the field and analysis workshops per week for 10 weeks
Scheduled learning hours: 40
Guided independent study hours: 110
As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 25%
Coursework: 75%
Re-assessment: Resubmission of failed item(s) of Coursework