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EHS210Health Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Biodiversity And Climate Change

This course introduces the concepts of biodiversity and climate change. It explores genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity, emphasizing their importance and interrelationships. The course covers biodiversity sampling methods, data sources, and the value of biodiversity components. It also examines the impact of climate change on biological sustainability and species survival, including factors influencing extinction and conservation efforts. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of biodiversity and its conservation in the face of climate change.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
BiodiversityClimate ChangeEcosystem DiversitySpecies ExtinctionConservation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Genetic Diversity

2

Species Diversity

3

Ecosystem Diversity

4

Biodiversity Sampling Methods

5

Sources of Biodiversity Records

6

Climate Change Impacts

7

Species Extinction Factors

8

Conservation Efforts

9

Sustainability

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Environmental Scientist

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Conservation Biologist

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Wildlife Manager

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Environmental Consultant

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Sustainability Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Environmental ConservationAgricultureForestryWildlife ManagementEnvironmental Consulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to the Concept of Biodiversity

2h

Unit 1: Genetic Diversity

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to genetic diversity.
  • •Understand the concept of genes and their variations.
  • •Identify contemporary and extinct life forms.
  • •Define genetic diversity and its significance.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to the Concept of Biodiversity

2h

Unit 2: Species Diversity

2 study hours
  • •Define species diversity and its importance.
  • •Study the fundamentals of biodiversity.
  • •Differentiate between species richness and abundance.
  • •Explore taxonomic and phylogenetic diversity.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to the Concept of Biodiversity

2h

Unit 3: Ecosystem Diversity

2 study hours
  • •Define ecosystem diversity and its components.
  • •Understand the types of ecosystems and their characteristics.
  • •Discuss the challenges in classifying ecosystems.
  • •Examine the interplay of biotic and abiotic factors.
Week
4

Module 2: Biodiversity Sampling

2h

Unit 1: Methods of Sampling Biodiversity

2 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of ecological sampling.
  • •Compare and contrast random sampling and systematic sampling.
  • •Learn about stratified sampling and its advantages.
  • •Discuss multi-stage and cluster sampling techniques.
Week
5

Module 2: Biodiversity Sampling

2h

Unit 2: Sources of Biodiversity Records

2 study hours
  • •Identify the sources of biodiversity records.
  • •Explore fossil records and their limitations.
  • •Understand the role of molecular evidence in tracing biodiversity.
  • •Compare fossil and molecular evidence.
Week
6

Module 2: Biodiversity Sampling

2h

Unit 3: The Value of Biodiversity Components

2 study hours
  • •List the ecosystem benefits of biodiversity.
  • •Explain biodiversity as a biological resource.
  • •Examine the social benefits of biodiversity.
  • •Discuss the future resources from biodiversity.
Week
7

Module 3: Climate Change, Biological Sustainability and Survival

2h

Unit 1: Biodiversity and species extinction

2 study hours
  • •Define extinction and its significance.
  • •List and explain factors causing extinction.
  • •Study the impact of over-hunting and habitat loss.
  • •Understand the role of invasive species and domino effects.
Week
8

Module 3: Climate Change, Biological Sustainability and Survival

2h

Unit 2: Animal survival and sustainability

2 study hours
  • •Explain species richness and abundance.
  • •List and explain the factors affecting distribution.
  • •Study the influence of light, temperature, and rainfall.
  • •Understand the impact of humidity and wind.
Week
9

Module 3: Climate Change, Biological Sustainability and Survival

2h

Unit 3: The Role of Climate and Animal Extinction in Relation to Biological Sustainability and Animal Survival

2 study hours
  • •Explain climate change in relation to animal survival.
  • •Define sustainability and survival.
  • •Define conservation and its importance.
  • •List and explain the various conservation efforts.
Week
10

Module 1: Introduction to the Concept of Biodiversity

2h

Review of Module 1

2 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Introduction to the Concept of Biodiversity
  • •Focus on genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity.
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions.
Week
11

Module 2: Biodiversity Sampling

2h

Review of Module 2

2 study hours
  • •Review Module 2: Biodiversity Sampling
  • •Focus on sampling methods and data sources.
  • •Revise the value of biodiversity components.
Week
12

Module 3: Climate Change, Biological Sustainability and Survival

2h

Review of Module 3

2 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Climate Change, Biological Sustainability and Survival
  • •Focus on factors influencing extinction and conservation efforts.
  • •Revise the role of climate in animal survival.
Week
13

Final Revision

4h

Final Revision and Exam Preparation

4 study hours
  • •Complete all assignments and TMAs.
  • •Prepare for the final examination.
  • •Review all course materials and key concepts.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity (Modules 1-3).

2

Practice applying different biodiversity sampling methods to hypothetical scenarios (Module 2).

3

Study the factors influencing species extinction and their interrelationships (Module 3, Unit 1).

4

Analyze case studies of successful and unsuccessful conservation efforts (Module 3, Unit 3).

5

Review the impact of climate change on specific ecosystems and species (Module 3).

6

Focus on definitions and key concepts from each unit to build a strong foundation.

7

Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the final examination.

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