University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Discovering the Basics of Wetlands
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Discovering the Basics of Wetlands

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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13 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

13 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Major components of wetlands, including their formation and hydrology

  • Types of plants and animals that utilize wetland habitats and their adaptations to this environment

  • Structure and function of wetlands and the importance of their ecosystem services

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Assessments

6 assignments

Taught in English
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September 2024

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There are 4 modules in this course

In the course orientation, you will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course. Then dive into the second part of this module to explore the fascinating world of wetlands from wetland types to formation and hydrology. People have recognized wetlands for a long time, but it’s only more recently that we’ve started to call all these places wetlands.

What's included

10 videos9 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

You will explore the foundation of wetlands and their soils in this module. The characteristics of wetlands hydric soils contribute to the unique plant and animal life found in wetland ecosystems. Explore how nutrients and energy cycling occurs in wetlands and tackle global conservation issues.

What's included

11 videos3 readings1 assignment

Wetlands are home to a unique and diverse range of organisms that have adapted to the difficulties of moisture, acidity, low oxygen, and fluctuating temperatures found in these ecosystems. You will explore the intricacies of wetland organisms and how they have adapted to thrive in a tough ecosystem.

What's included

9 videos5 readings1 assignment

Wetland structure is largely impacted by hydrology. This impacts the species present in a particular wetland and the overall structure of the wetland. You will examine the role of hydrology and it's impact on the ecosystem services and functions a wetland may provide. At the conclusion of this module, you will be ready to complete the final assessment for the course and earn your Coursera certificate!

What's included

12 videos7 readings2 assignments

Instructor

Jeffrey W. Matthews, Ph.D.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
1 Course122 learners

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