2010-11 Catalog

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Offering Description

Marine Biology of the Pacific Northwest

Summer quarter

Faculty: Gerardo Chin-Leo oceanography, marine biology

Fields of Study: biology and marine science

Summer: CRN (Credit) Level 40077 (8) Second Session  

Credits: 8(Su)

Class Standing: Freshmen - Senior

Offered During: Day

Description

This program introduces principles of marine biology focusing on the marine life and marine habitats of the Pacific Northwest coast. We will study the environment, taxonomy, adaptations, and ecology of marine organisms as well as the major oceanographic features of the northwest coast. There will be various field trips including a camping trip to the Olympic Peninsula and possibly a sailboat trip.

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Advertised Schedule: 9a-5p Tue/Wed/Thu (Jul. 26 - Aug. 25)

Required Fees: $150 for field trip expenses

Campus Location: Olympia

Online Learning: No Required Online Learning

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