ECTS
2 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
Description
This course explores the biological, ecological and evolutionary dimensions of the fungal kingdom. Through a series of lectures, supported by group work sessions (Td and TP), students will familiarize themselves with these organisms, their biological specificities (particularly with regard to their reproduction) and their roles in the functioning of terrestrial ecosystems. In addition, the role of fungi in human societies (food and medicine in particular) will be explored as part of this course, which also aims to analyze the links between biodiversity and human societies.
Objectives
- position the fungi kingdom in the body of organismal biology acquired by students during the bachelor's degree (scope, specificity, evolutionary links, etc.).
- integrate these organisms and the ecological dimension into the functioning of terrestrial ecosystems
- position mushrooms in terms of societal issues by analyzing their place in our daily lives
Necessary prerequisites
- basic foundation in organismal biology, based on an understanding of animal and plant models. Basic notions of ecology (beginner level)
Knowledge control
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test |
coefficient |
No. of hours |
Nb Sessions |
Organization (SDS or resp) |
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Written |
1 |
1h30 |
2 |
MSDS |
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Continuous control |
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TP |
1 |
1h30 |
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resp |
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Oral |
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Further information
Contact details for manager(s) (tel/mail): franck.richard@umontpellier.fr