This course introduces mathematical/quantitative methods used in ecosystem management and conservation. In particular, it focuses on constructing and analyzing mathematical models, and discussing their implications for ecosystem management and conservation. The course aims to encourage critical thinking in order to assess the validity of these methods and to explore possibilities for further improvement.
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時間割/共通科目コード
コース名
教員
学期
時限
47191-21
GFS-IS6C46L3
生態系保全管理の定量的手法
高科 直
A1
A2
金曜2限
マイリストに追加
マイリストから削除
講義使用言語
英語
単位
2
実務経験のある教員による授業科目
NO
他学部履修
可
開講所属
新領域創成科学研究科
授業計画
The lectures will cover the following topics.
(1) What is mathematical modeling?
(2) Elements of dynamical systems
(3) Population dynamics
(4) Fisheries management
(5) Risk of species extinction
(6) Protected areas
(7) Decision-making in ecosystem management
授業の方法
The course will be delivered in the form of lectures, which will be held in Lecture Room 7 in the Environmental Studies Building on the Kashiwa Campus.
成績評価方法
Grading is based on 50% attendance and 50% report assignments.
教科書
Slides/materials will be distributed via UTOL.
参考書
(1) Murray J. D., 2002, Mathematical Biology I. An Introduction, 3rd Edition, Springer
(2) Clark, C. W., 2010, Mathematical Bioeconomics: The Mathematics of Conservation, 3rd Edition, Wiley
履修上の注意
Students who do not have a basic knowledge of linear algebra and calculus are required to take the course Basic Mathematics for International Studies.