Montgomery College 2017-2018 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
Montgomery College 2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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BIOL 108 - Marine Environmental Science


(NSND)

This course focuses on the marine environment, scientific and public concerns, the ocean and its effect on the Earth’s weather, oceanic characteristics and diversity of life forms, the effect on human and cultural development, pollutants, and the potential exploitation of marine resources. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , MATH 093 /MATH 096 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly BI 106.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

  • Identify basic properties of ocean physical and biological features.
  • Describe the impact of human activity on marine ecosystems and ecosystem services.
  • Critically evaluate whether or not current methods of ocean exploitation are sustainable.
  • Critically evaluate proposed solutions to local, regional, or global marine environmental problems.


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