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BI 115 - Biological Oceanography (SF)

Credits: 4

Oceanography is the interdisciplinary study of marine environments, including coastal, open ocean, surface and deep water, and sea-floor environments. Biological Oceanography is the study of how ocean life interacts with the surrounding environment, how living organisms are both controlled by environmental constraints, and also shape and influence their environment. Specific topics include controls of biological productivity and fisheries, the structure of trophic (food) webs and the roles of consumers and producers, and special environments such as deep sea, coral reefs and estuaries. Students learn about the influence of climate changes on ocean system structure and function, and major threats to organisms and ecosystems from pollution and degradation. Laboratory and field exercises reinforce and illustrate the course content.

This is a Sustainability-Focused (SF)  course.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following: 

  • Demonstrate a basic and broad understanding of ocean ecosystem function.
  • Identify the methods and processes oceanographers use to understand of ocean function.
  • Describe production and trophic interactions that provide the diversity of marine life.
  • Identify through case studies the pressing problems we must solve to properly manage ocean resources.


Cross-listed
ES 115 - Biological Oceanography (SF)


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