Praktikum Ekologi Hewan

 

Module title SBEP3044 Animal Ecology Laboratory
Semester(s) 6th Semester
Person responsible Prof. Dr. Abdullah, M.,Si.
Language Indonesian, English
Relation to curriculum Compulsory module for 6th semester students. This laboratory course provides practical experience in animal ecology
through field and laboratory activities. It supports students’ ability to observe, analyze, and interpret ecological
phenomena involving animals and their environments. Through contextual and collaborative learning, students develop
skills in ecological data collection, analysis, and scientific communication. The course strengthens applied biology
competencies and prepares students for advanced research and community-based ecological programs.
Teaching methods Hands-on (laboratory), discussion, Q&A, discovery learning
Workload 1 x 45 hours per semester, comprising:

✔ 170 minutes structured tasks per week

Credit points 1 SKS = 1.6 ECTS (45 hours)
Prerequisites
Module objectives / Intended Learning Outcomes ✔ Students are able to identify animal characteristics, behavior, and ecological adaptations through direct observation.
✔ Students are able to analyze relationships between animals and their environment within ecological and sustainability contexts.
✔ Students are able to apply laboratory and field safety procedures and utilize simple ecological observation tools.
✔ Students are able to communicate observation results through reports and discussions.
Content This course provides hands-on experience in observing and analyzing animal ecology through field and laboratory work.
Students conduct ecological observations and interpret environmental interactions using scientific approaches.

➢ Animal observation (ground animals, nocturnal insects, daily activities, feeding behavior, primate roosting, nocturnal ranges)
➢ Daily activities of birds
➢ Animal tracks identification
➢ Habitat stratification (soil animals, arboreal animals)
➢ Observation of benthos, nekton, plankton, and neuston

Exams and assessment formats Written test, practical report
Study and examination requirements ✔ Assignment: 42.5%
✔ Quiz: 12.5%
✔ Exam 1: 20%
✔ Exam 2: 25%
Recommended Literature 1. Abdullah. (2019). People’s Perception of Elephant Conservation and the Human-Elephant Conflict in Aceh Jaya, Sumatra, Indonesia. European Journal of Wildlife Research.
2. Brager, Z., & Moritz, T. (2016). A Scale Atlas for Common Mediterranean Teleost Fishes. Senckenberg Journal.
3. Olsson, U., & Alstrom, P. (2020). A Comprehensive Phylogeny and Taxonomic Evaluation of the Waxbills. Elsevier.
Date of last amendment January 13th, 2025