<p>Lecture, five hours; laboratory, 15 hours. Recommended requisites: courses 100, 122. Offered either as 4- or 8-unit five-week intensive course given off campus as part of Marine Biology Quarter that is in residence at research station located outside continental U.S. Survey of current topics in marine ecology, including analysis of primary research literature combined with field study of ecology of marine organisms, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Original research project required. Letter grading.</p>

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The department offers instruction at all levels of biology including regulatory and physiological processes, natural ecology and behavior of living organisms, and population and community dynamics of multiple species.

General Catalog

Field Marine Ecology

EEBIOL123A

4 or 8 units