Modiwl BSX-2038:
Siberia Field Course

Ffeithiau’r Modiwl

Rhedir gan School of Natural Sciences

20 Credyd neu 10 Credyd ECTS

Semester 1

Trefnydd: Dr Christian Dunn

Amcanion cyffredinol

The Siberia field course module is designed to enthuse and motivate students to learn further about wildlife, animal behaviour, conservation, ecology and fieldwork, making use of the unique habitats available in remote Siberian Taiga habitats. We aim to give students the opportunity to study a wide range of taxa in their native environment and emphasise field-based practical conservation skills.

Cynnwys cwrs

1 week field course in Siberia, Russia, focused on biodiversity and ecology of flora and fauna across Taiga. The students are expected to prepare for the field course by performing background reading and preparing presentation material. We carry out field excursions to different habitats and students experience combinations of self-guided, seminar based and guided explorations of different subtropical habitats. Students learn about the different habitats and biodiversity by a combination of personal observations, talks by BU, guides, mentors and local staff. Students observe and record flora and fauna and their context in different habitats using different media, including field notebooks, photography, video, drawings and on-line blogs. Students carry out species identification using field guides, online searching and keys. Students deliver oral presentations prior to the field course and undertake numerical exercises during their field sampling, in addition to preparing and finishing a Blog and Poster Presentation, that is handed in approximately four weeks after returning to Bangor.

Meini Prawf

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Grades A- to A+ Excellent: Can record observations thoroughly, systematically and clearly, without significant omissions, including finer details of identification to find taxonomic level or to uncover theories of the function, evolution, ecology or the behavioural adaptations observed. Clear evidence of original, unguided observations. Exhibits clear awareness of the ecological and environmental context of observations. Presents findings and questions via oral presentation and written work accurately and succinctly with clarity, imagination, originality and strongly-developed aesthetic sense. Able to identify most organisms to species level, with evidence of thoroughness and awareness of potential pitfalls.

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Grades D- to D+ Threshold:

Can record observations in a reasonably clear and systematic fashion and have some grasp of the practical issues relating to collection and presentation of data/observations. Considerable inconsistencies in notetaking remain. Exhibits some knowledge of habitats and biota visited and the relevant conservation/management issues, although this may be very incomplete and contain significant errors. Present findings and questions via oral presentation and written work largely accurately and clearly. Able to identify most organisms at least to the level of major group.

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Grades B- to B+ Good: Can record observations clearly and systematically, with a grasp of the practical issues relating to collection and presentation of data/observations, albeit with a few major omissions. Exhibits strong knowledge of habitats and biota visited. Shows awareness of the ecological, and environmental context. Able to identify the majority of organisms to the appropriate level (usually species). Presents findings and questions via oral presentation and written work accurately and with flair, clarity and originality.

C- i C+

Grades C- to C+.

Can record observations in an adequately clear and systematic fashion and have a basic grasp of the practical issues relating to collection and presentation of data/observations. Some inconsistencies in notetaking remain. Exhibits basic knowledge of habitats and biota visited and essential of the relevant conservation/management issues, although this may be incomplete and contain some errors. Able to identify most organisms at least to the level of major group. Presents findings and questions via oral presentation and written work adequately.

Canlyniad dysgu

  1. Address research questions arising from the environmental and ecological factors governing the distribution of biodiversity in Siberian habitats and prevailing conservation challenges.

  2. Describe in detail, thorough and original field observations and record and present them systematically

  3. Demonstrate identification skills and knowledge relating to flora and fauna of visited study sites.

  4. Demonstrate self management and lifelong learning (undertaking directed reading, time management, teamwork, presentation skills, working to a deadline).

Dulliau asesu

Math Enw Disgrifiad Pwysau
CYFLWYNIAD UNIGOL Fieldcourse Poster

Poster presentation on the biodiversity of the region, encapsulating environmental, ecological and conservation context. Presentations focus on a research question arising from observations made during the field course.

 40
INDIVIDUAL BLOG Blog-format field notebook

Field notes of habitats, species seen, behaviours observed etcetera during the trip, In Blog format and featuring the biomes and organisms visited during the course of the field trip. The length should comply with established blogging practice.

 60

Strategaeth addysgu a dysgu

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Workshop

Talks and workshops in Siberia on topics relevant to the days activities and preparing for assessments. Fieldwork involving walks, seminars and self-guided biodiversity exploration.

 7
Lecture

Pre-departure lectures on background, preparations, safety, aims and objectives and assessments.

 3
Fieldwork

Fieldwork involving walks, seminars and self-guided biodiversity exploration.

 160
Private study

To complement the different forms of assessment, we expect students to perform their own private study, to research the flora and fauna, ecology and environment of the region to prepare for field work and oral presentations. Further, both shared and private study will help enhance student's knowledge of the taxa and habitats and broader environmental issues pertaining to the blogged fieldnotebook component of the course. Finally, students will spend time researching background information, methodology and predicted results for the proposed favourite research areas that will feature in the project proposal assessment.

 30

Sgiliau Trosglwyddadwy

  • Llythrennedd - Medrusrwydd mewn darllen ac ysgrifennu drwy amrywiaeth o gyfryngau
  • Rhifedd - Medrusrwydd wrth ddefnyddio rhifau ar lefelau priodol o gywirdeb
  • Defnyddio cyfrifiaduron - Medrusrwydd wrth ddefnyddio ystod o feddalwedd cyfrifiadurol
  • Hunanreolaeth - Gallu gweithio mewn ffordd effeithlon, prydlon a threfnus. Gallu edrych ar ganlyniadau tasgau a digwyddiadau, a barnu lefelau o ansawdd a phwysigrwydd
  • Archwilio - Gallu ymchwilio ac ystyried dewisiadau eraill
  • Adalw gwybodaeth - Gallu mynd at wahanol ac amrywiol ffynonellau gwybodaeth
  • Sgiliau Rhyngbersonol - Gallu gofyn cwestiynau, gwrando'n astud ar atebion a'u harchwilio
  • Dadansoddi Beirniadol & Datrys Problem - Gallu dadelfennu a dadansoddi problemau neu sefyllfaoedd cymhleth. Gallu canfod atebion i broblemau drwy ddadansoddiadau ac archwilio posibiliadau
  • Ymwybyddiaeth o ddiogelwch - Bod yn ymwybodol o'ch amgylchedd a hyder o ran cadw at reoliadau iechyd a diogelwch
  • Cyflwyniad - Gallu cyflwyno gwybodaeth ac esboniadau yn glir i gynulleidfa. Trwy gyfryngau ysgrifenedig neu ar lafar yn glir a hyderus.
  • Gwaith Tîm - Gallu cydweithio'n adeiladol ag eraill ar dasg gyffredin, ac/neu fod yn rhan o dîm gweithio o ddydd i ddydd

Adnoddau

Goblygiadau o ran adnoddau ar gyfer myfyrwyr

Students pay for field course through deposits/payments spread through their Year 1 and the Summer before Year two. Estimated costs based on recent trips to the US (2017 -2019) are £1000, contingent on exchange rates and airfares. This includes flights, accommodation, local transport, fuel, entrance fees to state and national parks. We also recommend that the students bring an additional £100 for self catering food, snacks, tourist activities etc. Students are also responsible for acquiring suitable field clothing and weather protection (appropriate footwear, clothing, insect repellant etc.)

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