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Ecology

Course Description: Study of the basic concepts of the environment, study of types of ecosystems and energy flow in the ecosystem, study of food chains - food webs - ecological pyramids, study of the impact of biotic and abiotic environmental factors on the distribution and spread of different living organisms, study of periodicity and diversity of biological communities, study of biogeochemical cycles (gaseous cycles - sedimentary cycles), study of environmental imbalance and environmental change and its importance, study of some environmental problems and proposed solutions. This is an ecology course studying the biotic and abiotic factors and their impact on the activity and distribution of living organisms in their natural habitats, and studying the relationships between different living organisms and their impact on the biological community, environmental resistance, and natural balance.

Credit hours: 3

Objectives of the course :

Studying the biotic and abiotic factors and their impact on the activity and distribution of living organisms in their natural habitats, and studying the relationships between different living organisms and their impact on the biotic community, environmental resistance, and natural balance.

Course outputs :

First: Knowledge and understanding
The student will be able to explain the basic concepts of ecology and the components of ecosystems.
The student will be able to describe the flow of energy in an ecosystem through food chains, food webs, and ecological pyramids.
Students will be able to explain the influence of biotic and abiotic factors and biogeochemical cycles on the distribution of living organisms.

II: Skills
The student will be able to analyze the relationships between the components of an ecosystem and the interactions of living organisms with their environments.
The student will be able to explain environmental changes and their impact on ecological balance.
The student should be able to apply environmental concepts in studying environmental problems and propose appropriate scientific solutions.

Third: Values, Independence, and Responsibility (2)
The student should be able to realize the importance of preserving the ecological balance and natural resources.
The student will be able to take responsibility and work effectively individually or within a team to address environmental issues.

Additional information:

Learning outcomes are achieved through theoretical lectures + practical laboratory applications.
The course relies on active learning such as discussions, drawings, and presentations.
Students are evaluated using periodic tests, midterm assignments, practical assessments, and a final exam.
The course supports self-learning and teamwork skills through practical activities.

Last updated: 2026-04-15