ESC 4400 - Tropical Marine Ecology

(4) Credit Hours

An examination of tropical marine habitats at the species, population and ecosystem levels with particular emphasis on sea grass beds, coral reefs, mangrove forests, tidal rivers and lakes, and the intertidal zone. The required field components is a one-week experience at a field station in the Caribbean. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory/field experience 4 hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 1120 with a minimum grade of C, or ESC 1510 with a minimum grade of C or department head approval. Corequisites: ESC 4400L or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.