BI 111: Introduction to Marine Life in the Sea - Marine Habitats
Course Overview
This 1-credit, hybrid, field-focused course offers a hands-on introduction to Oregon’s diverse coastal ecosystems, including the rocky intertidal, sandy beaches, mud flats, bays, and estuaries. Students will spend a weekend at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center located in Newport, Oregon, exploring these environments, getting hands-on experience with field sampling and species identification, while also learning about the breadth of marine science courses, research opportunities, and other experiential learning pathways available. Perfect for anyone curious about marine biology, interested in trying something new, or learning more about what Hatfield has to offer! This hybrid-format course combines online components with mandatory in-person meetings and field experiences.
Visit the Schedule of Classes for more information and to register.
Additional Information
Course Fees
- BIO1 - $42.50 Flat Fee
Class Schedule
- Required On-Campus Meeting (Corvallis) - Date and Time TBD
- Weekend field section information pending. Check back soon for schedule updates!
Registration Information
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All majors/minors welcome!
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Students will enroll in one weekend field section which includes a mandatory overnight field experience at OSU's Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon.
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All sections include a Saturday overnight stay in Hatfield Field Housing and round-trip transportation between OSU’s Corvallis campus and Hatfield via OSU Motor Pool vans.