EARTHSYS151
Biological Oceanography
Earth Systems
SUSTN - Doerr School of Sustainability
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.
Cross Listed Courses
Grading Basis
ROP - Letter or Credit/No Credit
Min
3
Max
4
Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?
No
Course Component
Lecture
Enrollment Optional?
No
Programs
EARTHSYS151
is a
completion requirement
for: