This course covers contemporary conservation science, taking a systems-perspective on challenges and solutions for sustaining human benefits from the natural world. Topics include sustainable fishing, extinction risk, bioeconomics, protection of endangered species, and the impacts of climate change, ocean acidification, and habitats. Examines case studies such as salmon, albatross, coral reefs, and whales as representative of conservation issues in aquatic sciences. Computer skills, and research writing.

Registration restrictions: Juniors, Seniors, 5th Year only Period 1; AFS, MARBIO, ACE majors only Period 1, Major & class restriction will be lifted on sophomore registration day

Major requirements: Core

Minor requirements: Aquatic & Fishery Sciences elective

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