Forest animals

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The course evaluation is open between 2023-05-28 and 2023-06-18

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Academic year 2021/2022

Forest animals (SG0253-30295)

2022-01-17 - 2022-06-05

Academic year 2020/2021

Forest animals (SG0253-30028)

2021-01-18 - 2021-06-06

Academic year 2019/2020

Forest animals (SG0253-30046)

2020-01-20 - 2020-04-30

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SG0253 Forest animals, 7.5 Credits

Skogens djur

Subjects

Forest Science Biology

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
General zoology	1.5	0202
Mammals	2.0	0203
Invertebrates	2.0	0204
Birds and herptiles	2.0	0205

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G1N)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Basic eligibility for higher education.

Objectives

The aim of the course is to give an overview of forest animals, their phylogeny, origin, biology and distribution patterns in Sweden.



After completing the course the student should be able to:

- describe taxonomy, classification, phylogeny and systematic of the animal kingdom

- account for the biology of Swedish animals and their physiological adaptations, evolution, behavior and biogeography

- recognize species of Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians, Insect orders and tracks of saproxylic insects in Swedish forests

Content

The course provides knowledge of zoology with a specific focus on Swedish forest animals. Digital lectures in general zoology together with assignments and literature provide understanding about the taxonomy, classification, phylogeny, systematic and biogeography of animals. Digital lectures and exercises give the student ability to identify mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insect orders and tracks of wood living insects in Swedish forests.



Individual assignments, exercises and written exams are compulsory.

Formats and requirements for examination

Examination includes written and practical parts.



The learning objectives are achieved by assignments, lectures, field excursions, and study of museum specimens.

• If the student fails a test, the examiner may give the student a supplementary assignment, provided this is possible and there is reason to do so.
• If the student has been granted special educational support because of a disability, the examiner has the right to offer the student an adapted test, or provide an alternative assessment.
• If changes are made to this course syllabus, or if the course is closed, SLU shall decide on transitional rules for examination of students admitted under this syllabus but who have not yet passed the course.
• For the examination of a degree project (independent project), the examiner may also allow the student to add supplemental information after the deadline. For more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Other information

• The right to take part in teaching and/or supervision only applies to the course date to which the student has been admitted and registered on.
• If there are special reasons, the student may take part in course components that require compulsory attendance at a later date. For more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Responsible department

Department of Wildlife, Fish, & Environmental Studies

Further information

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