M.Forst.1619: Modern concepts and methods in macroecology and biogeography

Learning outcome, core skills:
The course will introduce students to the principles and modern methods in macroecology and biogeography. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the physical and biological processes influencing species distributions and diversity patterns worldwide. Additionally, students will be introduced to modern environmental and biodiversity modelling methods in R, which are important for analyzing and understanding the consequences of global change on species distributions. In selfdirected projects, students will work with real data to solve modern macroecological problems. Through these theoretical and practical classes, students will gain a profound understanding of modern macroecological and biogeographical concepts, including threats to biodiversity and conservation prioritization.

Course:

• Macroecology and Biogeography (Lecture, Exercise) (Lecture, Seminar, 4 WLH)
  Exercise = Computer course (3 WHL) and Lectures (1 WHL)
  
  Exam:
  Term Paper (max. 20 pages)
  
  
  Examination requirements:
  Students can apply knowledge about modern concepts and methods in macroecology and biogeography. They demonstrate knowledge on how to plan, conduct and report on a macroecological analysis using modern computer software.
  
  Workload:
  180h (56/124 h, Attendance time/Self-study time)
  
  Admission requirements:
  None
  
  Recommended previous knowledge:
  None
  
  Language:
  Englisch
  
  Person responsible for module:
  Prof. Dr. Holger Kreft
  
  Course frequency:
  each summer semester
  
  Duration:
  1 Semester
  
  Number of repeat examinations permitted:
  Twice
  
  Recommended semester:
  3
  
  Maximum number of students:
  20