BIO 2214 - Introduction to Marine Science (LEC/LAB)

Credit(s): 4

A combined lecture and laboratory course providing an introduction to oceanography with an emphasis on the measurement of physical, chemical, and biological aspects of the marine environment as well as functional morphology and taxonomy of local marine biota. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Prerequisite: Completion of one of the following: a) minimum ACT composite of 21 on the science component, b) completion of three high school science courses (biology or chemistry) with no grade lower than a “C”, or c) credit for BIO 1134.(4,3,2)