BIOL 312The Natural History of Aquatic Organisms

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Science
Subject: Biology

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course will introduce students to the diversity of freshwater organisms and their habitats. Emphasis will be placed on sampling techniques, taxonomic identification, life histories, and adaptations to aquatic environments. The course will introduce students to the use of aquatic organisms in environmental impact and biodiversity assessments. Students must be prepared to work outdoors in potentially inclement weather.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
  - BIOL110 - Biodiversity, Biomes, and Evolution (0.50)
  - BIOL165 - Diversity of Life (0.50)
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
  - BIOL150 - Organismal and Evolutionary Ecology (0.50)
  - BIOL251 - Fundamentals of Ecology (0.50)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

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