Dr Wendy Harris

Uchafbwyntiau Ymchwil

1. Roberts, L., Neyland, P., Devine, A., Harris, W., Bull, J., Froyd, C., Eastwood, D., Forman, D., & Elias, O. (2021). You said, we did! Employer led work-simulated learning framework for enhancing ecology graduate employability. Journal of Biological Education, 0, 1-20.

   https://doi.org/10.1080/00219266.2021.1979624, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa57934

   http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00219266.2021.1979624

Holl Ymchwil

• Do predators perceive eyespots as eyes? (cyfredol)

  MRes

  Goruchwyliwr arall: Dr William Allen

  Goruchwyliwr arall: Dr Miguel Lurgi Rivera

• Untitled (cyfredol)

  MRes

  Goruchwyliwr arall: Dr James Bull

• Untitled (cyfredol)

  MRes

  Goruchwyliwr arall: Dr James Bull

  Goruchwyliwr arall: Dr Nicole Esteban

• BIO018 Biology A' Level and Transition to University

  This course is designed for Biology students transitioning from A' Level to Higher Education, and will guide students through a series of tailored modules built around the WJEC Biology A' Level specifications. Each module covers information from across the curriculum, helping to link key biological concepts and build from core knowledge to more complex applications. The learning activities will consist of a short (10 ¿ 20 minutes) recorded or annotated lecture that will include self-assessment of understanding by a short quiz consisting of multiple-choice questions. Further on-line materials will be provided to assist students with learning independently. Personal support will be available through online tutor meetings at arranged time.

• BIO019 Techniques in Ecology and Biogeography

  This module builds on the principles of ecology and biogeography, incorporating appropriate terminology and techniques required for field work. You will learn about the major biomes and their characteristics, and the techniques to survey the plants and animals within them. Alongside these topics, you will develop key skills to support you working safely and competently in the field, and the knowledge to plan and carry out robust surveys.

• BIO114 Animal Diversity and Behaviour

  This 20 credit module is divided into two sections and broadly introduces students to the diversity of animal groups, and the study of animal behaviour. The first 12 lectures will consider the taxonomy and physiology of organisms within the animal kingdom, and will provide students with a broad understanding of all animal life, from single celled protozoa through to megafauna such as the blue whale and concluding with human evolution. The following 10 lectures will consider the evolutionary pressures that drive animal behaviour and give rise to the behavioural adaptations witnessed across the animal kingdom today, from learning and cultural transmission, to anti-predatory mechanisms and migration. The section is concluded with a lecture on human behaviour, determining how we are influenced by the same set of natural regulations that govern our wild counterparts. During this module, students will develop their understanding of animal classification, interrelationships and evolution, and will gain valuable practical experience of animal biology. A sister module, BIO114C, will provide the same content but delivered via the medium of Welsh.

• BIO230 Entomology - General Introduction

  Insects are arguably one of the most successful groups of organisms on the planet, and represent up to 90% of multicellular life. This course aims to encourage an understanding and appreciation for the adaptations and diversity of insect life, as well as emphasising the ecological and economic importance of this fascinating group. Lectures will aim to provide a broad understanding of the physiology and anatomy of insects, as well as aspects of their behaviour and ecology. Practical sessions will support the information provided in lectures, and provide opportunities to improve transferable skills. Topics covered are: Insects classification and taxonomy; insect anatomy, focussing on key adaptations of insects to life histories and features contributing to the success of this group; insect physiology, including the digestive, reproductive, nervous, circulatory and respiratory systems; insect senses and communication; the role of the cuticle and ecdysis; insect-plant interactions; insect defences, including the immune system; beneficial insects, including the role of insects as pollinators, in medicine, and in forensic science. Lectures are complemented by two practical sessions that include a demonstration of the insect orders to support lecture material, including examples of key groups and an introduction to identification; and further development of taxonomic skills to enhance field study..

• BIO253 Introduction to field zoology

  This residential field course comprises practical work employing techniques appropriate to sampling the zoological biodiversity of a range of terrestrial and freshwater habitats (coastland, woodland, grassland, freshwater systems). Students will learn techniques for the identification of species, practice recording accurate field notes, and gain experience in the analysis and presentation of zoological and ecological data. Furthermore students will be able to recognise and describe key groups of animals associated with a range of temperate habitats.

• BIO331 Professional skills in conservation

  This field based module will introduce students to the professional techniques utilised to monitor and study animals and plants in a variety of terrestrial habitat types and in relation to conservation management and biodiversity monitoring in the United Kingdom. The course places a strong emphasis on ecological census techniques and basic classification and taxonomy. Students will develop key techniques relevant to the environmental sector including Protected Species (specifically birds, amphibians, mammals, reptiles and plants), River and Phase 1 habitat surveys and Environmental Impact Assessment. Students will also learn about the biotic and abiotic factors that define different UK habitats and be introduced to the natural history of Wales. A focus is on developing key transferable skills that enhance employability such as problem solving, data analysis, report writing, evaluation, communication and teamwork.This module is therefore suitable for students wishing to pursue a career in ecological consultancy or conservation.

• BIO347 Tropical Ecology and Conservation - Borneo Field Trip

  Borneo is a hot spot for biodiversity both in regards to terrestrial and marine ecosystems. This module is a residential field course which will explore ecological and conservation principles in tropical rainforests and marine ecosystems.

• BIOM32 Ecosystems: Ecology, Conservation & Resource Management

  In this module, the students will learn to identify and understand the diversity and contrasting characteristics of terrestrial ecosystems with an emphasis on the origin and effects of various human-induced environmental impacts.

• BIOP00 Protected Terrestrial Mammals: Ecology, Survey Techniques and Legislation

  Many of Britain's terrestrial mammals are protected by law and it is an offence to kill, capture or disturb them or damage their habitats. These species are often encountered on sites proposed for development and it is therefore important to understand their ecology to ensure their protection. This course is aimed at environmental professionals or learners aspiring to work in the environmental sector that wish to learn about the survey techniques, ecology and legislation for several of Britain's protected terrestrial mammal species (primarily dormouse, badger, otter, water vole, bats and pine marten).

• BIOP01 Pine Marten Ecology, Survey Techniques and Legislation

  This course builds on Terrestrial Mammals: Ecology, Survey Techniques and Legislation by focusing on pine martens. Pine martens are protected by law and it is an offence to kill, capture or disturb them or damage their habitats. These species are often encountered on sites proposed for development and it is therefore important to understand their ecology to ensure their protection. Due to their reduced distribution they are also a focal species for reintroduction programmes within England and Wales. The course is aimed at environmental professionals or learners aspiring to work in the environmental sector that wish to specialise on this particular mammalian species and gain in-depth knowledge about the survey techniques, ecology, legislation and best-practice guidance for monitoring and reintroduction based on the latest evidence-based research.

• BIOP03 Introduction to terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates

  Terrestrial invertebrates can be used to monitor environmental change and their presence is fundamental in measuring biodiversity. Successful identification of these groups plays an important role in maintaining our ecosystems. This course is aimed at environmental professionals, or learners aspiring to work in the environmental sector, that wish to learn the major groups of terrestrial invertebrates and their key survey methods. The course will focus on those easily-recognised and familiar insect groups such as butterflies and dragonflies.

• BIOP04 Freshwater macroinvertebrate biological indicators

  This course is aimed at environmental professionals who wish to improve their freshwater invertebrate identification skills. The syllabus will enable learners to apply taxonomic and problem solving skills in the identification of freshwater invertebrates. Course participants will be guided on the use of identification keys and will be introduced to freshwater sampling techniques. Practical training is provided through a combination of e-learning and personal study. The professional learner will develop the confidence and tools they need to know how to identify the major groups of British freshwater invertebrates. The course uses active learning to ensure the learners can identify the key features of the macroinvertebrate families. An optional on-campus workshop is provided for learners to put the their knowledge into practice and identify preserved specimens of the key macroinvertebrate families.

Gŵyl Wyddoniaeth Abertawe:

2019 ‘The Science Behind the Sunflowers’ - cyfle i arddangos ein cydweithredu cyfredol gyda’r Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol ym Mhenrhyn Gŵyr, wrth i ni archwilio'r cynnydd ym mioamrywiaeth pryfed o ganlyniad i ddulliau amaethu cynaliadwy’.

2018 ‘Insect communication and violence’ - defnyddio arddangosiadau byw a gemau rhyngweithiol i ddangos y ffordd y mae pryfed yn cyfathrebu gan ddefnyddio lliw, golau a chemegion

2017 ‘Insect Roadshow’- Amlygu rolau pryfed yn ein bywyd bob dydd

Sadwrn / Sul Gwyddonol Gwych:

2019 ‘CSI – Crime Scene Insects’ – Disgrifio’r ffordd y defnyddir pryfed mewn gwyddoniaeth fforensig, a helpu ymwelwyr i ddatrys ‘llofruddiaeth’!

2018 ‘Love then, hate them, can’t live without them’ – Archwilio gwerth pryfed i’n heconomi, iechyd a bywyd bob dydd.

Soapbox Science:

2018 ‘Insects: Love them, hate them, can’t live without them’ – Tynnu sylw at doreithrwydd ac amrywiaeth pryfed, y ffyrdd rhyfeddol maen nhw'n cyfathrebu, eu hesblygiad a'u haddasiadau rhyfeddol’.

School Outreach:

Ysgol Gynradd Parkland 2017: Cyflwyno’r sioe deithiol gyntaf ar bryfed i 200 o ddisgyblion ar draws pedwar grŵp blwyddyn o ysgol gynradd leol.

Discovery SVS 2018: Arddangos y Sioe Deithiol ar bryfed mewn digwyddiad cymunedol i ysgol leol a drefnwyd gan grŵp o wirfoddolwr prifysgol.

Sesiynau blasu gwyddoniaeth a Chlwb Gwyddoniaeth i Ferched, 2018 - 2019: Trefnu sesiynau addysgiadol a rhyngweithiol, a gweithgareddau ymarferol awyr agored ar gyfer ymweliadau coleg a ariannwyd gan CCAUC, clwb Gwyddoniaeth i Ferched ac ymweliadau ysgol ychwanegol a drefnwyd gan Reaching Wider.

• Cyd-ymchwilydd UKRI Public Engagement Citizen and Community Science gydag Oriel Science 2021

  , with Athro Chris Alton, Yr Athro Mary Gagen, Dr William Bryan, Dr Ceryn Evans

• Cronfa Ecosystemau Gwydn Llywodraeth Cymru: Deall y rhyngweithio rhwng ffyngau a phlanhigion er mwyn cynnal amrywiaeth a gweithrediad ecosystemau yn yr ecosystem twyni tywod arfordirol 2014

  , with Athro Daniel Eastwood, £30, 320

• Is-gyfarwyddwr Rhaglen, Prifysgol Abertawe

  2020 - Presennol

• Aelod o Bwyllgor Cymeradwyo Rhaglenni, Prifysgol Abertawe

  2019 - Presennol

• Aelod o Dîm Hunanasesu Coleg Gwyddoniaeth Athena SWAN, Prifysgol Abertawe

  2013 - 215

• Aelod o Dîm Hunanasesu Adran Biowyddorau Athena SWAN, Prifysgol Abertawe

  2015 - Presennol

• Pennaeth Sŵoleg, Prifysgol Abertawe

  2018 - Presennol

• Cydgysylltydd Blwyddyn Sylfaen, Prifysgol Abertawe

  2017 - Presennol

• Gweithgor ar gyfer Profiad Myfyrwyr, , Platfform yr Amgylchedd Cymru

  2020 - Presennol