BI1466, Forest ecology and production potential, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: Ordföranden för programnämnden för utbildning inom skog (PN-S), 2024-12-20
Valid from : Autumn semester 2026 (2026-08-31)

Level

First cycle (G1N)

Main field of study

Biology

Biology Area

Ecology

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

Objectives

After completing the course, the student should be able to

• briefly describe the conditions typical for the common forest types in Sweden
• define basic concepts in soil science, hydrology and climatology, as well as have an overview of Sweden’s bedrock and soils, and soils commonly found on forest land
• describe local and global cycles for carbon and the most important plant nutrients in the forest ecosystems
• define ecological conditions and processes that explains the distribution and occurrence forest-dwelling species, particularly trees, forest pests, wildlife, and disadvantaged species in Swedish forest landscapes.
• explain how forest management affects biodiversity
• gather and interpret information about the Swedish forest land from maps and other available resources.
• identify common trees in their dormant (winter) state
• prepare and conduct an oral presentation.

Content

The course mainly deals with Swedish conditions, but also provides insight into forests and forest management in other parts of the world. Lectures, group exercises, assignments and presentation of project work include

• how different organisms are adapted to their environment, and how these adaptions affect the structure and dynamics of forest ecosystems
• basic concepts and processes in soil science and ecology with significance for growth and biodiversity of trees and other organisms in the forest
• basic principles for the biogeochemical cycles (e.g. those for carbon and nitrogen), energy flows, as well as factors and processes that regulate the forest’s primary production and biological diversity
• introduction to how forest management together with site characteristics (growing site properties), affect production.
• preparing and perform an oral presentation.

Mandatory elements consist of presenting one’s own project work and participation during project presentations by others.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written examination, approved exercises and assignments, as well as completed oral presentation.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Ecology

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Forest Business Management (BSc)

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Project work	2.0	0001
Written exam	5.5	0002

The Course Replaces

SV0018