Universität Wien

300379 VO Nature in our hands (2022W)

Introduction to species and area conservation (Bioethics)

2.00 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie
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Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 01.02. 09:45 - 12:00 Hörsaal 1, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.037, Ebene 0
  • Thursday 02.02. 09:45 - 12:00 Hörsaal 1, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.037, Ebene 0
  • Friday 03.02. 09:45 - 12:00 Hörsaal 1, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.037, Ebene 0
  • Monday 06.02. 09:45 - 12:00 Hörsaal 1, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.037, Ebene 0
  • Tuesday 07.02. 09:45 - 12:00 Hörsaal 1, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.037, Ebene 0

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The lecture series deals with the topis: Why conservation of nature? Which are the international and national categories of species and area conservation? Which are the tasks and legal duties to be implemented? The problems of species release and reintroduction, revitalisation and management, as well as monitoring and evaluation of conservation programs are discussed. Austrian case studies illustrate praxis and conflicts.

Assessment and permitted materials

one-hour written exam with open questions at the end of the lecture block, additional terms are announced.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The participants avail knowledge on the international and national categories of nature conservation and the legal consequences. They are aware of problems in conservation praxis.

Examination topics

lecture with powerpoint presentation

Reading list

Association in the course directory

BIO 5, UF BU 10

Last modified: Tu 18.07.2023 09:48