Biology and Ecology (2500200) – Course 2025/26 PDF
Contents
Introduction to Biology Biomolecules
Dedication
4h Large group + 5h 36m Self StudyDevelopment of the basic concepts of life, such as the hierarchical organization from the atoms and macromolecules that characterize organisms to the basic unit of life, the cell. The different sessions will deal with: The Cell Metabolic pathways Genetics Laboratory (Session 1)
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8h Large group + 4h Laboratory classes + 16h 47m Self StudyThis content presents the main characteristics of the different domains, both prokaryotes (bacteria and archeaeras) and eukaryotes (protists, animals, plants and fungi). Mechanisms of natural selection, adaptation and evolution are also presented. The different sessions are: Evolution Theory Monera and Protista Kingdom Fungi kingdom Vegetal Kingdom Plant Biodiversity Animal Kingdom Laboratory (Session 2)
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10h Large group + 8h Laboratory classes + 25h 12m Self StudyIntroduction to the basic concepts of ecology that allow us to describe the different ecosystems (food chains, energy flows, biomass, production, ecological niche, ...). The different cycles of matter will be developed, paying special attention to the dynamics of ecosystems and the concept of ecological succession, applied to terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. The different sessions will be: Introduction to Ecology Physical environment Population Ecology Population Study Community Ecology Ecosystem Ecology Biogeographic ecology Laboratory (Session 3)
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12h Large group + 4h Laboratory classes + 22h 24m Self StudyThis section presents the concepts that allow the impact of human activity to be related to the environment. The demographic evolution of the species and the impact on food production are analyzed. It will be analyzed how the different types of human-generated pollution can alter the balance of ecosystems and the concept of sustainable economy is introduced. The sessions will be: Population growth, resources and sustainability Habitat loss and conservation Climate change
Dedication
6h Large group + 4h Laboratory classes + 14h Self Study