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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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MS 380 - Advanced Marine Ecology (SF)

Credits: 4 credits

Marine ecology, once mainly a pursuit of basic science to understand the working of marine ecosystems, is increasingly an applied science devoted to understanding how ecosystems respond to stressors and environmental change.  Overfishing, removal of important species, marine pollution, invasive species, and the numerous effects of changing climate all lead to degradation of marine ecosystems and even the possibility of regime shifts.  Advanced Marine Ecology presents the science behind our current understanding of how marine ecosystems respond to stressors, and engages students in research projects to enhance their ability to contribute to an improved understanding of, and management of, important coastal ecosystems.  The local Gulf of Maine environment is a particular focus of study.

This is a Sustainabiility-Focused (SF) course.

Prerequisite/Corequisite
Prerequisite(s):  MS 105 Oceanography, CH103 or CH 105.


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