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Lecturer(s)
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Pechar Libor, doc. RNDr. CSc.
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Course content
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Definition of the subject, literature; Assessment of species diversity of communities 2. Causes of species richness of communities 3. Similarities of communities, hierarchical methods 4. Species definition, reproductive isolation mechanisms 5. Evolution of species, speciation patterns 6. Similarities of communities, ordination methods 7. General biographical principles 8. Phytogeographical zonation of the Czech Republic 9. Biogeographical context of regional diversity 10. Diversity of plant communities of the Czech Republic 11. Global biodiversity, macroevolution, species extinction 12. Zoogeographical zonation of the Czech Republic
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Dialogic (discussion, interview, brainstorming)
- Preparation for credit
- 30 hours per semester
- Preparation for classes
- 70 hours per semester
- Preparation for exam
- 80 hours per semester
- Class attendance
- 20 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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The course describes biodiversity at the level of population, species and community. It includes a basic view of the species in biology and the mechanisms of its origin and variability. Various ways of evaluating the species diversity of communities using hierarchical and ordination techniques are described. The basics of biogeography with regard to the territory of Central Europe are included.
Students can apply an active working approach and are capable of independent scientific activity in the field. They are able to use a large amount of relevant data (professional literature, their own practical experience in the field, experience of experts), which they are able to analyse, critically evaluate and draw appropriate conclusions. Graduates can apply these skills creatively in their research activities. Students are well prepared for further independent learning and sustained professional growth in the field. Graduates have mastered the ability to think analytically and synthetically.
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Prerequisites
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tudents are able to work independently in the field, but they also learn the principles of teamwork. They are equipped with the ability to formulate and present their own opinions and communicate them in their native language and in a world language. They can communicate information and ideas, identify problems and propose possible solutions without problems. They are able to critically evaluate their approach to a problem; they are able to defend their professional opinion using arguments they have acquired through study and practical experience in the field.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Combined exam, Seminar work
Students are oriented to the basic theories influencing the view of biodiversity in nature. They are proficient in basic methods of assessing communities using species diversity indices and community similarity assessments. They are able to use appropriate specialist software.
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Recommended literature
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Cox, C. Barry; Moore, Peter D.; Ladle, Richard J. Biogeography : an ecological and evolutionary approach. Ninth edition. Chichester : Wiley Blackwell, 2016. ISBN 978-1-118-96858-1.
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Sádlo, Jiří; Storch, David. Biologie krajiny : biotopy České republiky. 2. vyd. Praha : Vesmír, 2000. ISBN 80-85977-31-1.
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