Vorlesungsverzeichnis

Field Exercise 1 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Benjamin Delory, Victoria Temperton

Inhalt: OVERALL FOR FIELD COURSE OPTIONS: This course teaches knowledge on species and ecosystems. This includes the ecological requirements and typical habitats of plant species. The central topic is the vegetation, structure and habitat conditions of grassland and forest ecosystems. Additionally, open landscape ecosystems and aspects of nature conservation issues will be examined. Different ecological field methods will be introduced and applied by the students (in small groups). IN THIS FIELD EXCERCISE: This is an introduction to the floodplain meadows at the Elbe, the incredible variety of plant forms and species and a deeper look into the meadow and its diversity. We introduce you to some of the species, and you learn to observe them in detail so that you can get to know them first. This is followed by learning basics of how to identify different plant species, and then you learn collect plants and measure functional traits related to growth and resource use efficiency and compare how these traits differ depening on the functional indentiity of the plants. Two lectures are given as background on biodiversity and functional traits, and how one measures soft and hard functional traits, as well as what they can tell us about global change in such meadows, as well as what they cannot always tell us.

Field Exercise 2 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Victoria Temperton

Inhalt: Presentations will cover the essential biomes or habitats with their biodiversity, ecosystem functions and services. Generally for all field excercises the time slot isMonday, from 14.15-15.45. but I have another course at this time. I suggest that we have a preliminary meeting and we discuss and allocate people to groups and topics during this preliminary meeting. I would prefer to have 2-3 blocks in which we cover all the topcs. Let#S discuss this during the preliminary session so please make sure you can attend this or find someone you know who can report back to you about what was decided. Topics areas follows: Nr Topic 01 Preliminary discussion 02 Tundra, alpine habitats 03 Boreal woodlands 04 Temperate woodlands 05 free! 06 Subtropical and tropical woodlands 07 Grassland (incl. Savanna, meadows, pastures) 08 Heathlands and shrublands 09 Fens, bogs, swamps, mires 10 Rivers, streams, esturies, ground water 11 Coastal habitats 12 Marine habitats (incl. coral reefs) 13 Arable fields 14 Deserts, semi-deserts

Freilandübung 3 - Einführung in die Ökologie (Übung)

Dozent/in: Esteve Boutaud

Inhalt: Freilandübung in der Bleckeder Elbmarsch. Übernachtungen erfolgen in Radegast (Kosten pro Person: 25 Euro/2 Nächte) und sind obligatorisch (u.a. auch Freilandübungen, z.B. zu Bibern nachts). Selbstverpflegung durch die Studierenden, 2 Küchen stehen für den Kurs zur Verfügung. Fahrräder sind während der Kurszeit obligatorisch! Anreise kann mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln (z.B. Bus bis Bleckede) und Fahrrad erfolgen.

Freilandübung 4 - Einführung in die Ökologie (Übung)

Dozent/in: Kirstin Jansen

Inhalt: This course will be in English if one or more participants prefer English as their language of instruction. In this field exercise we will study plants and their functional characteristics in species-rich communities from a whole system and components perspective. The diversity of plant functional types will be studied and linked to effects on how the ecosystem functions. In a final presentation and discussion, we gain insights into a broad range of traits and responses of several plant species that form a diverse ecosystem. Students will gain hands-on experience in … - identifying plant species - measuring plant functional traits such as growth rates, leaf area, water content and many more - measuring environmental conditions (temperature, light, humidity etc.) - how to analyse relations between environmental conditions and plant responses with regard to plant morphology and physiology - how to observe species in ways that are useful for science You will learn that different plant species have different functional traits. By measuring and sampling at two different time points you will furthermore observe how plants modify their functional traits and respond towards environmental changes. Prior to this course you may have thought plants were rather sessile and boring, but after this course it is likely you will have quite a different opinion about this!

Freilandübung 5 - Einführung in die Ökologie (Übung)

Dozent/in: Thorsten Aßmann

Inhalt: Freilandübung in der Bleckeder Elbmarsch. Übernachtungen erfolgen in Radegast (Kosten pro Person: 25 Euro/2 Nächte) und sind obligatorisch (u.a. auch Freilandübungen, z.B. zu Bibern nachts). Selbstverpflegung durch die Studierenden, 2 Küchen stehen für den Kurs zur Verfügung. Fahrräder sind während der Kurszeit obligatorisch! Anreise kann mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln (z.B. Bus bis Bleckede) und Fahrrad erfolgen.

Freilandübung 6 - Einführung in die Ökologie (Übung)

Dozent/in: Thorsten Aßmann

Inhalt: In this course, the students will participate in a Field excursion in the Bleckeder Elbmarsch. The region of the Bleckeder Elbmarsch provides a unique ecosystem, shaped by the river Elbe. This region not only presents scenic biking routes for tourists but has a multitude of diverse species of plants and insects, many of which are exclusively found in this habitat. Together, we aim to observe, identify and learn about the ecology of the diverse insect species found in this region as well as their role in this unique ecosystem. The course includes overnight stays are in Radegast (costs per person: 25 Euro/2 nights) and are obligatory (including outdoor exercises, e. g. for beavers at night).

Freilandübung 7 - Einführung in die Ökologie (Übung)

Dozent/in: Heinrich Terlutter

Inhalt: Freilandübung in der Bleckeder Elbmarsch. Übernachtungen erfolgen in Radegast (Kosten pro Person: 25 Euro/2 Nächte) und sind obligatorisch (u.a. auch Freilandübungen, z.B. zu Bibern nachts). Selbstverpflegung durch die Studierenden, 2 Küchen stehen für den Kurs zur Verfügung. Fahrräder sind während der Kurszeit obligatorisch! Anreise kann mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln (z.B. Bus bis Bleckede) und Fahrrad erfolgen.

Freilandübung 8 - Einführung in die Ökologie (Übung)

Dozent/in: Heinrich Terlutter

Inhalt: In this course, the students will participate in a Field excursion in the Bleckeder Elbmarsch. The region of the Bleckeder Elbmarsch provides a unique ecosystem, shaped by the river Elbe. This region not only presents scenic biking routes for tourists but has a multitude of diverse species of plants and insects, many of which are exclusively found in this habitat. Together, we aim to observe, identify and learn about the ecology of the diverse insect species found in this region as well as their role in this unique ecosystem. The course includes overnight stays are in Radegast (costs per person: 25 Euro/2 nights) and are obligatory (including outdoor exercises, e. g. for beavers at night).

Introduction to Ecology (Vorlesung)

Dozent/in: Thorsten Aßmann

Termin:
wöchentlich | Montag | 08:15 - 09:45 | 06.04.2020 - 10.07.2020 | C HS 1 | will take place online with ZOOM

Inhalt: Scientific basics of ecology (autecology, population ecology, community ecology and ecosystem research).

Laboratory exercise 1 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Esteve Boutaud, Swantje Grabener, Simon Hein, Kirstin Jansen

Inhalt: Experiments on autecology, population ecology and synecology. The students will carry out the experiments under supervision.

Laboratory exercise 2 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Esteve Boutaud, Swantje Grabener, Simon Hein, Kirstin Jansen

Inhalt: Experiments on autecology, population ecology and synecology. The students will carry out the experiments under supervision.