Program Overview

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Program Details

The program "Eli—kunnan evoluutio, systematiikka ja rakenne" (Animal Evolution, Systematics, and Structure) is a 2-credit course offered by the University of Oulu.

Program Description

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution and systematics of living organisms, from their origin to the present day. It introduces students to the different groups of organisms, their characteristics, and their evolutionary relationships.

Program Objectives

The main objective of the course is to teach students the fundamental principles of evolutionary biology and systematics, including the methods used to classify and study the diversity of life on Earth.

Target Audience

The course is designed for students of the Open University, but it is also suitable for high school students.

Teaching Methods

The course is taught online through the Moodle platform, using video lectures, teaching videos, and accompanying assignments.

Course Materials

The course materials include video lectures, teaching videos, and assignments, as well as a textbook: Hickman, C, P. et al. (2009). Animal Diversity, 5th edition, McGraw Hill New York.

Language of Instruction

The language of instruction is Finnish.

Assessment Methods

The course is assessed through homework assignments.

Additional Information

The 2-credit course can be included in the 5-credit course "A Eli—kunnan evoluutio ja systematiikka" (Animal Evolution and Systematics), with the remaining 3 credits completed separately through an agreed-upon method.

• Duration: 07.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
• Registration Period: 08.08.2024 - 18.10.2024
• Field of Study: Natural Sciences
• Subject: Biology
• Fee: Free of charge
• Teacher/Instructor: Veli-Matti Pakanen
• Created: 30.4.2024
• Updated: 29.8.2024