Dynamics of Marine Ecosystems
MARI505
Description
This course will provide students with an understanding of fundamental biological, chemical, geological, and physical interactions in marine ecosystems. Students will learn the importance of considering temporal and spatial scale when studying oceanic processes and habitats. Topics include vertical structure of coastal and pelagic environments, ocean circulation, global oscillation patterns, distribution and dispersal of phyto- and zooplankton, and the global climate system and climate change. Students will review scientific literature and apply principles of marine ecosystem dynamics of design a research project to examine the connections between ecosystem dynamics and marine conservation.
Dates
Aug 21, 2023 — Oct 15, 2023
Oct 23, 2023 — Dec 17, 2023
Jan 8, 2024 — Mar 3, 2024
Mar 11, 2024 — May 5, 2024
Jun 3, 2024 — Jul 28, 2024
Location
Distance Education - Online
Registration Information
For credit cost: $1950