BIO 237 Tropical Marine Biology
The primary objectives of the course include the application of biological and ecological principles in a tropical marine setting. The student will understand and assess the coral reef ecosystem from the inshore mangrove hammock to the outer spur and groove reef formations of the Florida Keys. Additionally, the student will be able to compare and contrast this ecosystem with other marine ecosystems throughout the continental United States and the Caribbean basin. This instruction and investigation will include geology, botany, cell biology, ecology, animal behavior, and zoology. Finally, the student will apply lecture concepts during a five-day field experience at a residential marine science institute in the Florida Keys, which will act as the capstone experience for the course. This capstone experience will entail three intensive 16-hour days with accompanying evening programs and an investigation of the rich history and culture of the Florida Keys and Key West. 2.6 class hours per week and the accompanying field excursion. Additional course fee.
Prerequisite
BIO 142 and
BIO 143 (or instructor approval for non-majors)
Core Curriculum
(Natural Science Core)