Biodiversity section: -To understand the classical theories of biodiversity (niche and neutral theories) and the associated models. -Apply a community model to study coexistence in R. -To understand the different effects of biodiversity on the functioning of ecosystems. Invasive Species section : - To understand the process of a biological invasion, as well as the different ecological notions linked to the phenomenon; - To understand the potential impact of biological invasions and the importance of effective management measures (based on concrete examples); - To understand the importance of biological invasions as a scientific discipline: - Apply all the concepts to a concrete case of biological invasion.
Biodiversity section: - To develop an understanding of the classical mechanisms of coexistence and diversity, and to understand the consequences of these processes for the functioning of ecosystems. - Train students to use a simple ecological model. Invasive Species section : - Understanding the mechanisms of biological invasions - Apply the concepts to a concrete example (exam)
The course consists of two parts: biodiversity (given by F. De Laender), and invasive species (given by J. Marescaux). The focus is on the most important processes controlling biodiversity and the presence of invasives: "Community assembly and dispersion.
Biodiversity part: Written exam (70%) for the theory part and an exercise for the practical part (30% of the Biodiversity score). Can be on paper or online ('Test' on Webcampus). Invasive species section: Written work If a student decides to sign for the exam (wants to get an attendance mark), he/she does so for the whole course. It is not possible to sign for a part. The final grade is the average of the two parts (namely: biodiversity, invasive species). In the event of failure (final grade < 10), the part for which the student obtained a grade >10 must not be redone in the second session, there is therefore a partial exemption for the successful part within the academic year. Partial exemptions are valid only within the academic year: the mark for the pass part in year n will therefore not be transferred to year n+1.
Several scientific papers (in English). Lecture notes. Powerpoint slides (in English). Models will be offered, coded in R, All these materials can be found on WebCampus
| Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Biology | Standard | 0 | 2 | |
| Bachelor in Biology | Standard | 3 | 2 |