By examining the biogeography, evolution, and ecology of coral reefs, mangroves, and sea grass beds, provides an integrated overview of tropical-systems biology. Integrates ecological and physiological concepts in order to show how anthropogenic stressors such as increased temperature, pollution, and ocean acidification can impact the resilience of tropical marine ecosystems. Laboratory research project.

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

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

Minor requirements: Aquatic & Fishery Sciences elective

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