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BIO9021 - Methods of Gradient Analysis

Course content

The course provides a theoretical background for the methods used for analysis of species-gradient relationships. Ordination and constrained ordination methods are particularly emphasised, and an introduction to geostatistical methods (methods for analysis of spatial structure) is given. Theory is accompanied by practicals. The participants are encouraged to bring their own data.

Learning outcomes

To give the participants sufficient knowledge of gradient analysis techniques to enable them to understand and critically evaluate methodlogical usage in published papers, and to be able to analyse own data.

Admission

To participate in this course you must have an admission to a Ph.D.-programme at a Norwegian University or University College.

If you do not have an admission to the Ph.D.-Programme in Science at The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at UiO, you have to apply for hospitantstatus (Norwegian text) . For more information, please contact the Department.

Prerequisites

Recommended prior knowledge

Mandatory courses in the biology bachelor programme, especially BIO2150 - Biostatistics and Study Design, or corresponing basic knowledge of biostatistics. Practical experience with R statitical software is an advantage. You are encouraged to follow a precourse arranged two days before the main course starts.

Overlap

10 credits against BIO4021 - Methods of Gradient Analysis.

Teaching

This is an 7 days intensive course, starting on Thursday and continuing out the week after. You have to meet on at least 80% of the lectures. 9000-students have more pensum litterature than 4000-students. They also have to give a 15 minutes long presentation on their own science project with main focus on methods of gradient analysis (Pass/Fail).

There will be arranged a precourse over two days 6th and 7th of March, from 9 to 18 o clock at room 4512. It is higly recommended that you follow this.

This course uses Fronter.

Exam information

One oral exam at the end of the course.

Language of examination

The language of examination is Norwegian. You can apply to the administrators of the course to be given the exam text in English. It is possible to submit your response in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or English.

Assessment and grading

Students are awarded either a passing or a failing grade. Read more about the grading system .

Explanations and appeals

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Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals

Possibility of make-up exams and re-takes

You can usually resit an exam, but the conditions depend on whether you had a valid reason for absence from the regular exam. Read more about resitting an exam .

Exam options for students with special needs

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Students may apply for access to alternative exam resources or exam forms on the basis of chronic illness and/or special needs that create a marked disadvantage to other students in the exam situation. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.

Evaluation of this course

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