MAR 344 Coral Reefs

This course examines coral reef ecosystems, including their biology, ecology, geologic setting, chemical and physical characteristics, and the impact of global climate change on this ecosystem type. The course co-requisite (MAR 344L Coral Reef Lab) requires international travel to a coral reef ecosystem and requires scuba diving.

Baccalaureate Experience

(NS-Biological)

Credits

2-4

Prerequisite

Biology Lower core; permission of instructor; MAR 100 or its equivalent; Pre- or co-requisite: MAR 344L.

Distribution

(Category II)

Offered

occasionally