523052 Conservation Biology in Fragmented Landscapes - Fall 2012

The course will give information on the spatial structure and dynamics of fragmented populations. The topics of the lectures deal with habitat loss and fragmentation, metapopulation concepts and modelling, the causes and patterns of extinctions, dispersal in fragmented landscapes, population genetics of fragmented populations, and the selection of natural reserve networks.

The compulsory parts include 12 lectures, three computer practicals and six small-group discussion sessions leading up to a two-day (weekend) seminar focusing on applied conservation issues. Preparing for the seminar will also include independent teamwork.

Students may also take an optional exam on the book: Hanski, Ilkka (2005) The shrinking world: ecological consequences of habitat loss (2 credits/ects on a separate course code 523140).

Course specification: Lectures (24 h), computer practicals, discussion sessions, weekend seminar, optional book exam
Level: Intermediate
Time: lectures 24.9.-19.10, Mon, Wed, Fri 10-12, but note the lecture on Fri 5.10. will be replaced by one on Tue 2.10, at 13-15; computer practicals Tue 2.10. (15-16), 9.10., 16.10. (13-15); six discussion sessions Mon, Wed 29.10.-14.11. 9:00-12 (two sets of three parallel groups each day); weekend seminar Fri-Sun 16-18.11. (departure by charter bus on Friday evening); lecture exams Fri 9.11., 23.11., 7.12. (10-12) (three options), 523140 book exam Fri 23.11., 7.12. 10-12 (two options).
Teachers: Dr. Mar Cabeza, M.Sc. Johanna Eklund, M.Sc. Henna Fabritius, Professor Ilkka Hanski, M.Sc. Laura Meller, M.Sc. Joona Lehtomäki, Dr. Andreia Miraldo, M.Sc Tanjona Ramiadantsoa, Dr. Marjo Saastamoinen
Coordinators: Anne Duplouy (anne.duplouy|athelsinki.fi), Johanna Eklund (johanna.f.eklund|at|helsinki.fi), Anniina Mattila (anniina.mattila|at|helsinki.fi)
Place: Biocenter 3
SEMINARS ROOMS WILL BE CONFIRMED LATER
Mon    10:00-12:00       24.09. -15.10.2012    seminar room 1402
Wed    10:00-12:00       26.09. -17.10.2012   seminar room 1402
Fri       10:00-12:00       28.09.2012  BIO3 seminar room 1402
Fri       10:00-12:00       12.10. -19.10.2012   seminar room 1402
Mon    09:00-12:00       29.10. -12.11.2012   seminar room 3108
Mon    09:00-12:00       29.10. -12.11.2012   seminar room 3106
Mon    09:00-12:00       29.10. -12.11.2012   seminar room 3107
Wed    09:00-12:00       31.10. -14.11.2012   seminar room 3106
Wed    09:00-12:00       31.10. -14.11.2012   seminar room 3107
Wed    09:00-12:00       31.10. -14.11.2012   seminar room 3108
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of ecology
Quota of students: 30
Credits: 7 credits/ects (plus 2 optional from the book)
Enrolment: WebOodi 20.8.2012 - 10.9.2012