 | Study programme 2025-2026 | Français | |
| Ethology | |||
Learning Activity |
| Code | Lecturer(s) | Associate Lecturer(s) | Subsitute Lecturer(s) et other(s) | Establishment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-BIOG-019 |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français | Français | 18 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q1 |
Content of Learning Activity
The ethology course constitutes an introduction to the discipline.
The emphasis is placed on observing behaviors and their classification. Their study is part of an evolutionary approach, behaviors being a means of adaptation of species to their environment.
The theoretical part of the course is built around different axes:
- History of the discipline
- Study techniques
- Categories of behavior according to their innate or learned nature
- Triggering behaviors
- Communication (including courtship)
- Aggressive behaviors and ways to control them
- Social behaviors, origins, hierarchy and social organization
The practical part includes laboratory sessions and field observation sessions. Depending on possibilities and conditions, a session can be organized in the evening.
Attendance at the course and practical sessions is mandatory.
Required Learning Resources/Tools
Not applicable
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
Not applicable
Other Recommended Reading
Not applicable
Mode of delivery
- Face-to-face
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
- Cours magistraux
- Travaux pratiques
- Préparations, travaux, recherches d'information
Evaluations
The assessment methods of the Learning Activity (AA) are specified in the course description of the corresponding Educational Component (UE)
Location of learning activity
- Université de Mons - Mons
Location of assessment
- Université de Mons - Mons