OSPAUSTL 10: Coral Reef Ecosystems (Way: SMA)

Instructor(s): Team taught by: Stephen Palumbi (Stanford) and Nicola Browne (U. Queensland)

Key organisms and processes, and the complexity of coral reef ecosystems. Students explore the Great Barrier Reef from the southern end which demonstrates the physical factors that limit coral reefs, to the northern reef systems which demonstrate key aspects of these high biodiversity ecosystems. Human-related changes. Emphasis is on research experiences and development of analytical skills. Two units only counted for the Biology major.

Units: 3 | Grading Basis: Letter grade | Way: SMA | Component: Workshop
Category: Faculty in Residence

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