Department of Biological Sciences

https://www.univ-soukahras.dz/en/dept/bio

Lecturer	Hana SOUALAH ALILA
Information	Master - Aquatic Ecosystems Department of Biological Sciences Website : https://www.univ-soukahras.dz/en/module/3317 Semester : S1 Unit : UEF1 Credit : 8 Coefficient: 4
Content	ntroduction Chapter 1. CHARACTERIZATION OF MEDITERRANEAN WETZONES  Definitions of wetlands  Characterization of the Mediterranean region  Mediterranean wetlands: varied, useful and vulnerable environments  Algerian wetlands of international importance.  Chapter 2. ECOLOGICAL STATE AND MAIN CAUSES OF DEGRADATION OF THESE ECOSYSTEMS  Historical and current degradation of Mediterranean wetlands  Main causes of degradation  Chapter 3. CHARACTERIZATION OF THE WATER NEEDS OF MEDITERRANEAN HUMID ECOSYSTEMS  Identification of the main environmental issues  Some important ecological principles for hydro-ecological functioning and maintaining the functionality of Mediterranean humid ecosystems Chapter 4. WATER ALLOCATION TO MEDITERRANEAN HUMID ECOSYSTEMS: INTEREST OF A STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL APPROACH  Concepts and methods for characterizing environmental flows  What environmental objectives should be set with regard to meeting the water needs of Mediterranean humid ecosystems?  Benefits of a strategic approach to environmental action and the analysis of environmental management situations  Decision process for setting a minimum hydrological regime  Rivers downstream of structural works
Evaluation	Assessment method: Continuous assessment and written exam. Individual work: Field trip + Individual report