Universität Wien

300464 VO Behavioral Ecology (2013S)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie

Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 06.03. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 13.03. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 20.03. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 10.04. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 17.04. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 24.04. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 08.05. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 15.05. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 22.05. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 29.05. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 05.06. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 12.06. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3
  • Wednesday 19.06. 11:15 - 12:45 Seminarraum 3

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The course provides an evolutionary perspective of how behavior contributes to survival and reproduction on the basis of ecological conditions. Costs and benefits of strategies in contexts like foraging, reproduction and social behaviour are discussed.

Assessment and permitted materials

written exam, 60 min, 6 topics

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Give insight in basic concepts in Behavioural Ecology

Examination topics

Illustration of theories and models with examples of animals in their natural environment

Reading list

An Introduction to Behavioural Ecology, Krebs & Davies, Blackwell Scientific Publications, (auch in deutscher Sprache)
Behavioural Ecology: An Evolutionary Approach, Krebs & Davies, Blackwell Scientific Publications
Behavioural Ecology, Danchin, Giraldeau, Cézilly, Oxford University Press

Association in the course directory

MVN 1, MZO W-6

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