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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 30/11/2022 14:29:19
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Title of Module: Field Biology |
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Code: BIOL09035 |
SCQF Level: 9
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 20 |
ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Health and Life Sciences |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | Kath
Sloman |
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| Summary of Module |
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This field-based module revolves around a residential trip to a marine station and involves the sampling and identification of a range of marine aquatic organisms characteristic of habitats along the coastline of Western Scotland. The specific work to be undertaken and the inclusion of different groups of organisms may vary according to staffing and prevailing weather and seasonal conditions, but will include most or all of the following: (i) Analysis of rocky shore species, (ii) Analysis of sandy shore species, (iii) Shore profiling and introduction to tidal flows, (iv) Lab experimentation involving behavioural and physiological trials with invertebrates, and (v) Statistical analysis of data including use of error terms, report writing, etc.
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Term 1 | | Term 2 | | Term 3 | |
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
L1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of skills associated with field sampling
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Demonstrate broad and integrated development of field identification skills
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Use a selection of principal laboratory skills and techniques associated with field derived data
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Demonstrate broad and integrated statistical skills and report writing skills related to fieldwork
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Practice and demonstrate group-working skills in a field and laboratory environment or virtual simulation/environment |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 9.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of skills associated with field sampling |
| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 9.
Demonstrate broad and integrated development of field identification skills |
| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 9.
Use a selection of principal laboratory skills and techniques associated with field derived data |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 9.
Demonstrate broad and integrated statistical skills and report writing skills related to fieldwork |
| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 9.
Practice and demonstrate group-working skills in a field and laboratory environment |
* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.
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| Learning and Teaching |
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| The module will involve in class lectures, outdoor field work, indoor laboratory work, data analysis, species identification, examination. This is a residential field course that will be supplemented by lectures and computer laboratories at UWS. In the event that the residential field trip is cancelled due to travel restrictions being put in place, the module shall be delivered fully online with virtual species identification and development of an electronic log book. The 200 hours below includes a four-day residential field trip which comprises a mix of learning activities. |
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Lecture/Core Content Delivery | 16 |
| Laboratory/Practical Demonstration/Workshop | 32 |
| Independent Study | 152 |
| 200
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Identification Keys and books: Collins Sea Shore Guide;
Marine Conservation Society, Rocky Shores (Hawkins & Jones 1992);
Invertebrate zoology: a functional evolutionary approach, Fox, Barnes, Ruppert, 2003
Appropriate fieldwork clothing
Invertebrate zoology, Barnes, 1987.
Field Studies Council Rocky Shore Name Trail;
Handbook of Marine Fauna of North-West Europe, Hayward & Ryland, 1995;
Field Studies Council Key to Common Seaweeds;
Internet access
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure
Where a module has Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body requirements these will be listed here:
Attendance at synchronous sessions (workshops, practicals, field trips), completion of asynchronous activities, and submission of assessments to meet the learning outcomes of the module.
This module has practical elements as part of the Royal Society of Biology accreditation which must be attended. This includes a compulsory four-day residential field trip. |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Biological Sciences and Health |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Biology L7-11 |
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| Moderator | Frances Orton |
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| External Examiner | J Spicer |
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| Accreditation Details | This module is part of the BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience and Zoology programme; accredited by RSB |
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| Version Number | 2.09 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| Coursework including field log book and statistical assignment |
| Multiple choice test and species identification test |
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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In line with current legislation (Equality Act, 2010) and the UWS Equality, Diversity, and Human Rights Code, our modules are accessible and inclusive, with reasonable adjustment for different needs where appropriate. Module materials comply with University guidance on inclusive learning and teaching, and specialist assistive equipment, support provision and adjustment to assessment practice will be made in accordance with UWS policy and regulations. Where modules require practical and/or laboratory based learning or assessment required to meet accrediting body requirements the University will make reasonable adjustment such as adjustable height benches or assistance of a ‘buddy’ or helper. Please refer to the UWS Equality and Diversity Policy.
Completion of this module requires the student to participate in a residential field trip as part of the Royal Society of Biology accreditation which includes laboratory and field based activities. The University will work with the residential field trip host where possible to make reasonable adjustments.
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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