Marine Biology

This course will touch upon a number of different subfields of biological study within the context of the ocean environment. The course will begin by studying the geologic and meteorologic processes that create the oceans and affect their environment, including the specific environmental challenges facing marine life; it will also take a broad look at oceanic biodiversity before examining the interconnections between species in marine communities and concluding with a quick look at current research in Marine Biology. This free course may be completed online at any time. See course site for detailed overview and learning outcomes. (Biology 308)