Duration
7,5h Th, 7,5h Pr, 10h FW
Number of credits
| Master in oceanography (120 ECTS) | 3 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
This course deals with the biogeochemical aspects associated with the study of the dynamics of nutrients in the marine environment (with a special emphasis on the nitrogen and phosphorus cycle). After introducing each cycle, we will focus on a selection of analytical techniques used to estimate concentration and flow of nutrients in the marine environment. These techniques will involve using stable isotopes.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
- To provide the theoretical concepts required to study the dynamic of nutrients in the marine environment.
- Ability to use in the lab an analytical method frequently applied to measure the concentration of nitrogen and phosphorus nutrients in aquatic systems.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Basic understanding of chemistry, biology and oceanography.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
A full day practical work will be dedicated to analytical techniques used to study the N and P cycles .
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
The theory course begins in the first semester. 3 Lectures of 2h duration (French) and 1 full-day of practical work in the laboratory.
Recommended or required readings
There are no prepared course notes, but students will receive a copy of overheads and scientific articles or reference works illustrating the theory concepts being taught.
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
oral exam
Additional information:
Oral test.
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Contacts
Email : cedric.morana@uliege.be