3831.07 - Plant classification and taxonamy
Course number
3831.07
Title
Plant classification and taxonamy
ECTS
6
Purpose
To provide the students with an overview of the traditional view of the plant kingdom: bacteria, blue green algae, algae, fungi including lichens, seedless vascular plants, gymnosperms, angiosperms and the taxonomical principles of the evolution of seed plants.
Content
Classification and evolution of organisms: Heterotrophy/autotrophy; algae and fungi; evolution of land plants; classification and evolution of multicellular plants.
Learning and teaching approaches
45 hours lectures and 15 hours laboratory exercises.
Assessment method
Two written examinations. The first is a four hour written exam which includes: bacteria, blue green algae, algae and fungi including lichens. The second is a one hour written exam which includes seedless vascular plants, gymnosperms, and angiosperms. Each of the examinations counts 50%. The 13-grade scale is used. No aids.
Contact
Anna Maria Fosaa