BIOL 255 Marine Biology The study of life in marine environments (kelp forests, rocky shores, salt marshes, coral reefs, open ocean, deep sea). Emphasis on marine organisms and the processes that structure marine communities and ecosystems, their productivity and conservation.
ZOOL 314 Invertebrate Zoology Comparative functional morphology, life histories, ecology, and phylogeny of invertebrates.
BIOL 430 Intertidal Ecology Ecological principles as applied in coastal marine habitats: rocky shores, sandy beaches, bay flats, and nearshore waters. Numerous field trips; one weekend trip. Individual and group studies a major part of lab work.
BIOL 434/534 Population & Community Ecology The study of the structure and distribution of populations and communities. Topics include population viability modeling, metapopulation dynamics, mark-recapture techniques, species interactions, trophic dynamics, assembly rules, biodiversity, and conservation issues.
BIOL 554 Plant/Animal Interactions Current research in species interactions and community ecology. Critique and discussion of journal articles.
BIOL 597 Methods of Laboratory Instruction Develop a "toolkit" of strategies and techniques to support student learning. Required for those hired as teaching associates in the Department of Biological Sciences.
BIOL 683/684 Introduction to Graduate Studies/Research Orientation to research opportunities, funding, and planning. Plan, develop, and present a master’s project and research proposal with peer review.
ZOOL 314 Invertebrate Zoology Comparative functional morphology, life histories, ecology, and phylogeny of invertebrates.
BIOL 430 Intertidal Ecology Ecological principles as applied in coastal marine habitats: rocky shores, sandy beaches, bay flats, and nearshore waters. Numerous field trips; one weekend trip. Individual and group studies a major part of lab work.
BIOL 434/534 Population & Community Ecology The study of the structure and distribution of populations and communities. Topics include population viability modeling, metapopulation dynamics, mark-recapture techniques, species interactions, trophic dynamics, assembly rules, biodiversity, and conservation issues.
BIOL 554 Plant/Animal Interactions Current research in species interactions and community ecology. Critique and discussion of journal articles.
BIOL 597 Methods of Laboratory Instruction Develop a "toolkit" of strategies and techniques to support student learning. Required for those hired as teaching associates in the Department of Biological Sciences.
BIOL 683/684 Introduction to Graduate Studies/Research Orientation to research opportunities, funding, and planning. Plan, develop, and present a master’s project and research proposal with peer review.