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OCES 2130
Marine Biology
3 Credit(s)
Previous Course Code(s)
OCES 3130
Description
Survey of the major marine living organisms; their habitat and community structures; trophic interactions and the marine ecosystem.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Describe in detail a diverse range of marine habitats and the organisms that inhabit them.
- 2.
  Evaluate the extent to which a variety of environmental settings may influence marine life, taking particular account of the interaction between marine organisms and the environment.
- 3.
  Evaluate the extent to which biological adaptation and ecological processes structure marine communities.
- 4.
  Identify potential resources from the seas and assess their use for and by humans.
- 5.
  Critically examine how marine ecological research projects are developed, implemented and interpreted.
OCES 2330
Marine Biology Laboratory
3 Credit(s)
Previous Course Code(s)
OCES 3330
Corequisite(s)
OCES 2130
Description
Both laboratory and field investigations will provide the opportunity to apply and adapt the experimental methods developed here to specific groups of marine organisms, diversified marine habitats, and practical issues in marine/environmental science. Tutorial sessions and field trips will be used to enhance student's understanding of the practical work and the theories covered in the lectures.
Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.
  Appraise the diversity, form and function of marine organisms.
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  Explain key concepts, principles and practices in marine biology.
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  Conduct experiments and gather reliable data (qualitative and quantitative), both in the field and the laboratory.
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  Collaborate with peers to identify marine organisms using reference books and other resources, and to carry out broader literature searches.
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  Use a variety of methods to present data, including written reports and oral presentations.

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