Department of Ecology and Environment

https://www.univ-soukahras.dz/en/dept/eco-env

Lecturer	kaouther GUELLATI
Information	Master - Fundamental and Applied Ecology Department of Ecology and Environment Website : https://www.univ-soukahras.dz/en/module/3309 Semester : S3 Unit : UED1 Credit : 1 Coefficient: 1
Content	Chapter 1. CHARACTERIZATION OF MEDITERRANEAN WETLANDS  Definitions of wetlands  Characterization of the Mediterranean region  Mediterranean wetlands: diverse, valuable, and vulnerable environments  Internationally significant wetlands in Algeria Chapter 2. ECOLOGICAL STATUS AND MAJOR CAUSES OF DEGRADATION OF THESE ECOSYSTEMS  Historical and current degradation of Mediterranean wetlands  Major causes of degradation Chapter 3. CHARACTERIZATION OF WATER NEEDS FOR MEDITERRANEAN WETLAND ECOSYSTEMS  Identification of key environmental issues  Important ecological principles for the hydroecological functioning and maintenance of Mediterranean wetland ecosystems Chapter 4. ALLOCATING WATER TO MEDITERRANEAN WETLAND ECOSYSTEMS: THE IMPORTANCE OF A STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL APPROACH  Concepts and methods for characterizing environmental flow rates  Setting environmental objectives regarding the satisfaction of water needs for Mediterranean wetland ecosystems  Benefits of a strategic approach to environmental action and the analysis of environmental management situations  Decision-making processes for establishing a minimum hydrological regime  Rivers downstream of major structures\"
Evaluation	Assessment (%) Final Exam 100 Practical Work ……… Total 100\"