NWI-BM075
Biodiversity Assessment
Course infoSchedule
Course moduleNWI-BM075
Credits (ECTS)3
Category03 (Advanced)
Language of instructionEnglish
Offered byRadboud University; Faculty of Science; BioWetenschappen;
Lecturer(s)
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M.J.E. Broekman
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ing. J. Gallego Zamorano
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dr. J.P. Hilbers
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dr. S. Hoeks
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M.M.J. de Jonge
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Academic year2021
Period
KW1  (06/09/2021 to 07/11/2021)
Starting block
KW1
Course mode
full-time
Remarks-
Registration using OSIRISYes
Course open to students from other facultiesYes
Pre-registrationNo
Waiting listNo
Placement procedure-
Aims
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to
  1. critically reflect on metrics, indicators and approaches used to quantify status and trends of biodiversity;
  2. quantify a set of commonly used biodiversity indicators from species'  occurrence and abundance data;
  3. develop and apply species distribution models to quantify responses of biodiversity to anthropogenic changes in the environment;  
  4. evaluate and design a network of protected areas.
Content
This course focuses on knowledge and skills required to perform and interpret an assessment of the status and trends of biodiversity. Biodiversity is commonly defined as the variability among life on Earth, including genetic diversity within species, diversity between species and diversity of ecosystems. Biodiversity is currently facing a number of anthropogenic threats, including habitat destruction, pollution, introduction of invasive species and climate change. As a result, biodiversity is decreasing globally, which in turn has led to numerous national and international agreements aimed at halting this decline. Quantitative biodiversity assessments are critical to evaluate progress towards these (inter)national commitments. 

Instructional Modes
  • Lecture
  • Project/assignment
  • Self-study
  • Computer class
Level

Presumed foreknowledge
BSc Biology or Environmental Sciences.
Test information
Assessment of project assignments and written exam
Specifics
Please note that due to the preparations of the practical part, you need to register for this course 4 weeks before the start
Instructional modes
Course

Practical computer training

Project
Attendance MandatoryYes

Tests
Exam
Test weight1
Test typeExam
OpportunitiesBlock KW1, Block KW2