BIO410 Ecology and Environmental Engineering
BIO410 Ecology and Environmental Engineering
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Mohamed Ibrahim
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course objectives are to introduce general ecological principles and ecosystems, as well as fundamental principles of microcosmology, restoration ecology, solid waste water treatment, ecological engineering in relation to economics and society.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Book 1. Ecological Engineering: Principles and Practice, Patrick C. Kangas, Lewis Publishers, 2005 Book 2. Environmental Engineering, fourth edition.Ruth Weiner and Robin A. Matthews. Butterworth-Heimann, 2003.
Additional Literature
Book 2. Environmental Engineering, fourth edition.Ruth Weiner and Robin A. Matthews. Butterworth-Heimann, 2003.Teaching Methods
Lecturing and active learning by project assignments to provide the opportunity for the students to develop their skills of analytical thinking and problem solving
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, Ecology, Ecosystems and Engineering | Book 1 : 1-24 |
| 2 | Civil Engineering, Public Health and Ethics | Book 2: 1-10 |
| 3 | Assessment and Environmental impact | Book 2: 13-30 |
| 4 | Risk analysis | Book 2: 33-47 |
| 5 | Water pollution and water supply | Book 2: 51-77,107-134 |
| 6 | Wastewater treatment | Book 2: 167-202 |
| 7 | Solid and Hazardous waste | Book 2: 251-273 |
| 8 | Radioactive waste | Book 2: 313-338 |
| 9 | Air pollution and air pollution control | Book 2: 351-408 |
| 10 | Soil Bioengineering | Book 1 : 69-109 |
| 11 | Microcosmology | Book 1: 117-162 |
| 12 | Restoration Ecology | Book 1: 167-209 |
| 13 | Ecological Engineering for Solid Waste Management | Book 1: 215-234 |
| 14 | Economics and Ecological Engineering | Book 1: 273-296 |
| 15 | Revision |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 | |
| Friday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F1.14 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
In-Term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Term project and presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 4 5
Quizzes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
36 hours ⏳ (6 week × 6 h)
In-term exam study
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Final Exam study
16 hours ⏳ (1 week × 16 h)
Term Project/presentation
8 hours ⏳ (2 week × 4 h)
Home study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [BIO410] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Oct 10, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| BIO410 | Ecology and Environmental Engineering | 3 | 0 | 6 | Monday 14:00 - 17:00 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Mohamed Ibrahim | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 12:00-15:00 Tuesday: 10:00-12:00 Wednesday: 10:00-12:00 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 Friday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| mragab@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | NA | Assistant E-mail | mragab@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | The course objectives are to introduce general ecological principles and ecosystems, as well as fundamental principles of microcosmology, restoration ecology, solid waste water treatment, ecological engineering in relation to economics and society. |
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| Textbook | Book 1. Ecological Engineering: Principles and Practice, Patrick C. Kangas, Lewis Publishers, 2005 Book 2. Environmental Engineering, fourth edition.Ruth Weiner and Robin A. Matthews. Butterworth-Heimann, 2003. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecturing and active learning by project assignments to provide the opportunity for the students to develop their skills of analytical thinking and problem solving | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction, Ecology, Ecosystems and Engineering | Book 1 : 1-24 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Civil Engineering, Public Health and Ethics | Book 2: 1-10 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Assessment and Environmental impact | Book 2: 13-30 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Risk analysis | Book 2: 33-47 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Water pollution and water supply | Book 2: 51-77,107-134 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Wastewater treatment | Book 2: 167-202 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Solid and Hazardous waste | Book 2: 251-273 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Radioactive waste | Book 2: 313-338 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Air pollution and air pollution control | Book 2: 351-408 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Soil Bioengineering | Book 1 : 69-109 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Microcosmology | Book 1: 117-162 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Restoration Ecology | Book 1: 167-209 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Ecological Engineering for Solid Waste Management | Book 1: 215-234 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Economics and Ecological Engineering | Book 1: 273-296 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Revision | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| In-Term exam | 1 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Term project and presentation | 1 | 20 | 1,2,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quizzes | 2 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 6 | 6 | 36 | |||
| In-term exam study | 1 | 15 | 15 | Final Exam study | 16 | 1 | 16 | |||
| Term Project/presentation | 4 | 2 | 8 | Home study | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 06/10/2025 | |||||||||