Advanced genetic concepts and methods related to species’ conservation and management. Includes genetic diversity and evolution, small populations and fragmentation, genetic viability, management of wild and captive populations, reintroductions, hatchery-wild interactions and forensics. Labs include molecular techniques.

Registration restrictions: None

Major requirements: Organismal processes elective, Other marine biology elective, 400-level elective, Lab elective

Minor requirements: Aquatic & Fishery Sciences elective

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