Module Provider: |
School of Plant Sciences |
Number of credits: |
10 [5 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
I (Intermediate) |
Terms in which taught: |
Spring |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
JD
Ross |
Pre-requisites: |
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Current from: |
2005/6 |
Aims:
This module aims to provide knowledge of plant biochemistry relevant to ecology. The focus is upon the interactions that occur between plants and animals in the natural environment, and the biochemical reactions of plants to abiotic stresses. |
Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the unit, it is expected that the students will be able to
Outline major biochemical interactions between plants and animals
Have an understanding of the co-evolution of plants and animals
Carry out extraction and analysis of some secondary compounds
Interpret and report experimental data |
Additional outcomes:
Students will also gain:
Practical experience of biochemical laboratory practice |
Outline content:
Topics will include: relevant aspects of plant secondary metabolism; reactions to abiotic stresses; pollination; toxic defences; animal/plant hormonal interactions; insect feeding preferences; vertebrate feeding prefences; allelopathy; phytoalexins and disease resistance; pheromones. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
There will be one or two 50-minute lectures each week. Practical work and discussion sessions with two tests will take place, one mid-term and one in week 10. |
Contact hours:
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
| Lectures |
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10 |
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| Tutorials/seminars |
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| Practicals |
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18 |
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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| Total hours |
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28 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
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8 practical reports |
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| Other (eg major seminar paper) |
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2 tests |
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Assessment:
Coursework
Assessed coursework will consist of two parts.
1. Practical reports to be handed in to School of Plant Sciences Teaching Office by Friday Week 10 Autumn Term no later than 4 pm (40%)
2. Two lecture-based tests, mid-term in Week 10 (60%)
Relative percentage of course work: 100%
Penalties for late submission
In accordance with University policy
Examinations
None
Requirements for a pass
40%
Reassessment arrangements
Re-examination in September only |
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