Floristics and plant ecology
Entry Requirements
- Mathematics 3b or Mathematics 3c or Mathematics C
- Science studies 2\*
- Social studies 1b or Social studies 1a1 + 1a2
\*The requirement Science studies 2 may be subsituted with Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 and Physics 1a or Physics 1b1 + 1b2.
Or:
- Mathematics Further level 1b or level 1c
- Science studies 2\*
- Social studies level 1b or Social studies level 1a1 + 1a2
\*The requirement Science studies 2 may be subsituted with Biology level 1 and Chemistry level 1 and Physics level 1a1 + 1a2 or Physics level 1b.
Course facts
BI1464, Floristics and plant ecology, 5.0 Hp
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Syllabus
Finalized by: PN-LT, 2024-11-12
Valid from : Spring semester 2027 (2027-01-18)
Level
First cycle (G1N)
Main field of study
Biology
Biology Area
Botany (plant biology)
Grading Scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Course language
Swedish
Entry Requirements
- Mathematics 3b or Mathematics 3c or Mathematics C
- Science studies 2\*
- Social studies 1b or Social studies 1a1 + 1a2
\*The requirement Science studies 2 may be subsituted with Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 and Physics 1a or Physics 1b1 + 1b2.
Or:
- Mathematics Further level 1b or level 1c
- Science studies 2\*
- Social studies level 1b or Social studies level 1a1 + 1a2
\*The requirement Science studies 2 may be subsituted with Biology level 1 and Chemistry level 1 and Physics level 1a1 + 1a2 or Physics level 1b.
Objectives
The purpose of the course is to, through the study of plants in their natural environments, give the student basic knowledge of species identification and an understanding of the interactions between plants and their environment. After completing the course, the student should be able to:
- identify common plant species in the landscape based on their appearance, growth form and environment,
- assess plants' adaptations to their habitat in terms of local conditions and access to light, water and nutrients,
- identify species and environments that should be protected in order to promote biodiversity,
- recognize Swedish vegetation types and plant communities, and explain their connection to different site factors.
Content
Plant phylogenetic relationships, their appearance and adaptations to common habitats in Sweden are addressed during introductory lectures. The course is largely based on excursions and teaching is therefore largely conducted in the field and consists of demonstrations and exercises in groups or individually. A significant part of the time in the field is devoted to the presentation of plants, the adaptations of the plants to their habitats and the vegetation types that they inhabit. The importance of different species in promoting biodiversity is discussed. Species identification is practiced through exercises in identifying plants with the help of botanical literature. The course ends with an inventory assignment.
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
Approved written exams, approved inventory assignment and active participation in seminars. Seminars and the inventory assignment are compulsory.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Ecology
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Landskapsarkitektprogrammet - Uppsala
Module set
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 5.0 | 0001 |
The Course Replaces
BI1287