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Course: Introduction to Local Ecology
 


Date, time & venue

2018-10-30;;The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong

Course Description
This course introduces the basic concepts in ecology, the ecology of Hong Kong and the interrelationships between ecology and other disciplines. The course will further discuss local ecological issues and review the current conservation measures. Practical ecological methods will be taught and students will develop key biodiversity survey skills through field studies in different local habitats.

Assessment and Recognition
Students, who attained attendance rate of not less than 70% and have the course assessment passed, will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement by the Policy for Sustainability Lab. This course is one of the four modules of the "Certificate in Sustainable Communities" programme. Students who have obtained a Certificate of Achievement in all four modules are eligible for the "Certificate in Sustainable Communities" awarded by the HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education.

Entry Requirements
(a) have gained in the HKDSE Examination Level 2 in five subjects including Chinese Language and English Language; or 
(b) have passed five subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese Language and English Language; or 
(c) hold equivalent academic qualifications, taking into consideration individual merit

Course Contents
October 30, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-10:00pm
Lecture: Evolution, biodiversity and environment 

November 6, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-10:00pm
Lecture: Natural history and ecology of Hong Kong 

November 10, 2018 (Saturday) 2:00pm-5:00pm 
Vegetation succession in Hong Kong: A field trip to Lung Fu Shan and Pokfulam 

November 13, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-10:00pm
Lecture: Ecosystems in Hong Kong 

November 17, 2018 (Saturday) AM
Nature Conservation through farming in Hong Kong: Case study in Long Valley 

November 20, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-10:00pm
Lecture: Biodiversity survey data collection and analysis 

November 24, 2018 (Saturday) Full Day 
Plant survey practice and analysis 

November 27, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-10:00pm
Lecture: Ecological issues and conservation 

December 1, 2018 (Saturday) Full Day
Bird survey techniques 

December 4, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-10:00pm
Group presentation 

December 8, 2018 (Saturday) Full Day
Contingency 

December 18, 2018 (Tuesday) 7:00pm-8:00pm
Examination

Fee
HKD7,740 (expense for site visits is excluded) 
Remark: HKIE members will have 5% discount of course fee.

Language
English, supplemented with Cantonese

Registration & Enquiries 
Fill in Online Registration Form (proof of academic qualification is required) 

For equiries, please contact:
Tel: 3917-4767 Email: ruralsd@hku.hk

Registration deadline: October 16, 2018 (Tuesday)

Please "Click Here" for details.




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