31006900
1 Natural Environment and Culture
Middle-level Diploma Policy (mDP)
| Program / Major |
mDP |
Goals |
| IoT Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Software Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Media Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Data Science Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Mechatronics Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Architecture and Architectural Engineering Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Environmental Systems and Urban Planning Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Bioscience Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Biomedical Engineering Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Sports Engineering Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
| Mathematical Sciences Course |
DP-1・1 |
グローバルな視点から多面的にひと・もの・ことを考える幅広い視野と教養を身につけ、諸問題を多面的かつ客観的に扱うことができる。 |
This course aims to develop an understanding of various nature conservation principles through the assessment and evaluation
of natural environments. It provides a foundation in scientific evidence rooted in ecology, community ecology, landscape ecology,
and conservation biology, as well as approaches to problem-solving. Students will establish a basis for connecting these concepts
to specialized fields such as regional nature conservation planning and biodiversity conservation planning. Ultimately, the
course seeks to foster an environmental philosophy for sustaining a humane way of life on Earth.
The primary aim of this course is to examine the current challenges in human-nature interactions and provide a historical
perspective on how approaches to nature conservation have evolved over time. Throughout the course, we will explore various
environmental issues at both global and regional levels. You will learn the ways in which humans interact with the natural
world across diverse biomes to promote sustainable land use and mitigate conflicts. By integrating principles from ecology,
conservation biology, and landscape ecology, along with insights from cultural anthropology and environmental psychology,
I will introduce methodologies for addressing environmental challenges and developing strategies for effective nature conservation.
- By the end of the course, students should have basic knowledge and understanding of:
1. Global ecosystem diversity and the drivers of past and present global environmental change.
- 2. The concepts of biodiversity, ecological succession, and landscape change.
- 3. How physical and biological characteristics of the environment influence spatial distribution patterns in ecological communities.
- 4. Past and present techniques and strategies for nature conservation.
- 5. The historical evolution of environmental policies and laws across different countries.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'
|
Exam 1 |
Exam 2 |
Final exam |
Total. |
| 1. |
10% |
3% |
8% |
21% |
| 2. |
13% |
3% |
8% |
24% |
| 3. |
3% |
10% |
8% |
21% |
| 4. |
|
10% |
8% |
18% |
| 5. |
4% |
4% |
8% |
16% |
| Total. |
30% |
30% |
40% |
- |
Evaluation method and criteria
Your overall grade in the class will be determined based on the following:
Midterm Examination: 60%
Final Examination: 40%
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Class schedule |
HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) |
Amount of Time Required |
| 1. |
Course introduction |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 2. |
The major biomes of the world |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 3. |
Conditions for life |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 4. |
Global environmental change-Biogeochemical cycles |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 5. |
Global change-Species invasions and extinction |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 6. |
Ecological succession |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 7. |
Analysis of Land-Use and Vegetation Changes |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 8. |
Midterm exam |
Review |
30minutes |
| 9. |
Historical overview of nature conservation |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 10. |
Environmental law, policy and politics |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 11. |
Biodiversity |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 12. |
Conservation and restoration strategies |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 13. |
Island biogeography theory, and landscape structure, including patches, corridors, and networks |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| 14. |
Total human ecosystem sustainable land use conservation |
Preparation and review of the class |
30minutes |
| Review |
90minutes |
| 15. |
Final Exam |
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| Total. |
- |
- |
510minutes |
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
| ways of feedback |
specific contents about "Other" |
| Feedback in the class |
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Textbooks and reference materials
・ Robert Leo Smith・Thomas M. Smith:Elements od Ecology, Addition wesley Longman, Inc., 1998.
・ R. H. Whittaker:“Communities and ecosystems”2nd edition, Macmillan, 1975.
・ Richard T. T. Forman・Michel Godron: “Landscape Ecology”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1986.
・Zev Naveh・Arthur S. Lieberman:“Landscape Ecology : Theory and Application”, Second edition, Springer-Verlag New York, Inc.,
1994.
・ Richard T. T. Forman:“Land Mosaics -the Ecology of landscapes and regions”, Cambridge University Press, 1995.
・ F.B.Goldsmith・A. Warren:“Conservation in Progress”, John Wiley & Sons Ltd., 1993.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
- Office hours are available by appointment after class.
Regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
| Work experience |
Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
| Applicable |
Drawing directly on professional experience in developing conservation plans and providing advisory services on nature conservation,
biodiversity conservation, and OECMs for governmental agencies, corporations, and civic organizations, this course teaches
the principles and approaches of conservation planning.
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Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
- 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
- 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
- 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
- 13.CLIMATE ACTION
- 14.LIFE BELOW WATER
- 15.LIFE ON LAND
- 17.PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
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