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Biological Oceanography
Course #: ENVSCI 630
Description:
The course analyzes the processes governing the population dynamics of phytoplankton, zooplankton, and benthos. The course stresses the interaction between marine biology and relevant aspects of physical, chemical and geological oceanography. The course has a special emphasis on applied benthic ecology, especially the effects of pollution on the coastal zone. Other topics include the microphytobenthos, modeling competition, predation & benthic community structure, zooplankton grazing & predation, satellite remote sensing, and the effects of climate change on marine populations.
Notes:
Calculus recommended, but not required.
Pre Requisites:
Offered in:
2026 Spring
| Section | Class Number | Schedule/Time | Instructor | Location | |
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| 01 | 4051 | Th 5:30 - 8:15 pm |
Urban-Rich,Juanita | Wheatley-Peters W04-0122 | |
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Session:
Regular
Class Dates:
01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity:
20
Enrolled:
5
Status:
Open
Credits:
3/3
Class Notes:
This course uses course material available through the Healey Library and other sources. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about no-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes:
Beacon Flex Course, Library and other resources, no cost materials
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| 01 | 4051 | Th 5:30 - 8:15 pm |
Urban-Rich,Juanita | BEACONFLEX | |
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Session:
Regular
Class Dates:
01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity:
20
Enrolled:
5
Status:
Open
Credits:
3/3
Class Notes:
This course uses course material available through the Healey Library and other sources. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about no-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes:
Beacon Flex Course, Library and other resources, no cost materials
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