Bio-accoustics

Academic year: 2010-2011 Course code module MBIO2002 Semester: 2nd semester Credits: 4 Study load (hours) 112 Theory (hours): 10,00 Practice/Exercises(hours): 20,00 Other (hours): 20,00 Part-time program: Instructor(s) Marcel Eens Language of instruction: Dutch Semester exam information: exam in the 2nd semester Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties Basic knowledge of Behavioural Biology   *Sequentiality None 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) Students are able to record, analyse and interpret animal sounds. They have insight into the diversity, evolution and function of animal sounds.   3. Course content The utilisation of acoustic signals by various taxa plays a central role.  During formal lectures and seminars the student will be introduced to the variety, function and evolution of sounds.   How sound research can play a part in the aims of conservation will also be covered.  Students will have the opportunity to record, analyse and interpret sounds themselves during on an individual basis and/or group practical lessons. 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures Seminars (possible question and answer sessions) Skills training Personal work: Assignments - individual Assignments - in group 5. Assessment method Continuous assessment: Exercises Assignments (Interim) tests 6. Compulsory reading – study material Syllabus, scientific papers 7. Recommended reading - study material - 8. Tutoring The lecturer (as well as the teaching assistants) can always be contacted when students have questions or need additional information. laatste aanpassing: last update: 20/01/2010 11:52 jan.vos