BIOL 108 - Marine Environmental Science

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 050 , READ 120 . Three hours each week. Formerly BI 106.

3 semester hours

May not be taken concurrently withMATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 045 without appropriate Math assessment score.

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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