Biological Oceanography
Course Description
Required for Earth Systems students in the oceans track. Interdisciplinary look at how oceanic environments control the form and function of marine life. Topics include distributions of planktonic production and abundance, nutrient cycling, the role of ocean biology in the climate system, expected effects of climate changes on ocean biology. Local weekend field trips.
ESS 151
Units: 3
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Typically Offered
Autumn
Grading Basis
Letter or Credit/No Credit
Class Level
Undergraduate
Instructional Mode
In Person
Gen Ed Requirement(s)
WAYS - Scientific Method and Analysis (SMA)