Course - Marine Biology - MB104314
MB104314 - Marine Biology
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | E |
Course content
The subject covers different marine biological topics, including an introduction to marine science and research, ocean chemistry, oceanography and marine geology. An introduction is also given to fundamental biology and systematics. The course will give the student knowledge about different groups of marine plants and animals, their development, structure and anatomy, as well as their physiological adaptations to life in the ocean. To what extent different groups of marine organisms are utilized commercially will also be covered, and potential sustainability challenges of this exploitation. The student will learn different biological terms that will be used as an integrated part of the education. The subject will have an emphasis on the marine environment in Norway, including knowledge about the most common species of invertebrates, fish and marine mammals.
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the student:
- have a basic understanding of ocean chemistry, oceanography and marine geology
- have knowledge about common biological terms
- have a basic knowledge about the different taxonomic Phylums and Classes of marine organisms
- have knowledge about anatomy and physiology of some groups of marine organisms
- know the life cycle of selected groups of marine organisms
- have a general overview of the commercial utilization of different groups of marine species, and the sustainability of these fisheries
- have knowledge about the most important marine algae and animals in Norwegian waters
Skills - the student:
- are able to acquire knowledge about different topics within marine biology.
- are able work with biological material in the field and the laboratory.
- can use selected field equipment for marine biological sampling
- can perform dissection of fish to learn about their anatomy.
- are able to write a simple scientific report.
Competence - the student:
- have a general knowledge about life in the ocean and is capable of presenting and discussing marine biological topics, and the sustainable harvest of marine resources.
Learning methods and activities
Pedagogical methods: Lectures (about 50 hours), 2 laboratory exercises and 1-2 days of fieldwork. Attendance at laboratory exercises and fieldwork is compulsory. Total workload including self studies: 200 hours.
Compulsory assignments
- Mandatory assignment
Further on evaluation
Candidates must have attended mandatory activities, and reports from field and laboratory work must be approved in order to take the final exam. Approved mandatory activities are valid for four terms.
Written exam (100 %).
Re-sit exams might be changed to a oral examination.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Biomarine Innovation (298BMI)
Recommended previous knowledge
MK103119 Introduction to chemistry
Course materials
Castro & Huber: Marine biology, Twelfth edition (McGrawHill Education). ISBN: 978-1-266-15051-4. MHID 1-266-15081-1
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| BI2060 | 2.0 | AUTUMN 2019 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund
- Biology
- Marine Biology
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Biological Sciences Ålesund
Examination
Examination arrangement: Oral Exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn UTS Oral Exam 100/100 2024-11-22 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E 2025-06-04 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"