Hydrobiology 1300-OHBI401
The aim of lectures is to present the most important issues of hydrobiology.
Schedule of lectures:
1/ Subject and question of hydrobiology. 2/ Physical and chemical properties of water environment. 3/ Biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen,
phosphorus and sulfur in water environment. 4/ structure of ecosystems in varied water environments. 5/ Impact of human being on water environment- waste water treatment, eutrophication and pollution problems. 6/ Classification of waters in respect to their contamination and eutrophication 7/ Exploitation and recultivation of fresh water ecosystems.
Type of course
Learning outcomes
After lectures of hydrobiology student should have the basic knowledge of gensis, development and evolution of water ecosystems. Should predict effects of varied kinds of anthropogenic impact on water ecosystem, and should have a skill for selection the best methods to solve any environmental problem.
Assessment criteria
Final written exam.
Bibliography
ALLAN D. J. 1996. Stream ecology: structure and function of running waters. Chapman & Hall.
WETZEL R. G.2001. Limnology: lake and river ecosystems. Academic Press.
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