BIOL 17 - Marine Biology

3 units
3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A or qualification by appropriate assessment
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC

This is an introductory marine biology lecture course exploring biological principles of structure, function and adaptation for marine life. It includes a review of the history of marine biology and a discussion of local species of marine plants and animals and major marine communities. Human interaction and impact on the ocean is also discussed.