Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Biological and Environmental Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture

Off Site

Practical

Seminar

Workshop

Module Offerings

5211NATSCI-JAN-CTY

Aims

Provide students with an understanding and awareness of the use and application of up to date technology in conservation and behaviour research

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding on the use of, and terminology associated with modern techniques for monitoring animals in conservation and behaviour research
2.
Demonstrate the ability to process data and analyse data collected using modern technology
3.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of particular technologies and their applications to conservation practice and animal behaviour research

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Contemporary techniques and technologies used in conservation and animal behaviour research. Collection, processing and analysis of data collected using various technologies.
Module Overview:
This module will be taught through lectures to teach you about technology and their applications. Computer practicals will be used to teach you how to process and analyse the data collected, workshops look at building and setting up the technology, and fieldtrips allow you to gain experience in using the technology.

Assessments

Presentation

Essay