BIO108 Marine Biology

This course provides an introduction to the biology of marine animals, including their physiology, ecology and behavior. It will illustrate basic biological principles through study of the ocean environment and examination of marine plants & animals and major types of marine habitats. This course may include field trips where marine biological concepts will be studied outdoors in and around the marine environment. In addition to the standard course fees, students must provide their own transport to local field sites and are required to supply their own waterproof footwear. Alternative virtual activities will be provided for students who choose not to attend the field trips.

Credit Hours

4

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

3

Prerequisite

ENG101 or higher Minimum Grade of: C or English Placement

Attributes

  • Free Elective

  • Information Literacy Intensive

  • Liberal Arts Elective

  • Reading Content Course

  • Science Elective

  • Science Technology Intensive