BOT 417/517: Phycology
Course Overview
Marine algae—both microalgae (plankton) and macroalgae (seaweeds)—are essential to healthy oceans, producing about 80% of Earth's oxygen and forming the foundation of marine food chains. Through a combination of lectures, labs, and field trips, students will explore the evolution, biology, and reproduction of these organisms and their roles in supporting marine systems. Students will get their feet wet in the field, where you’ll collect and identify algae species, gather specimens for pressing workshops, and conduct plankton tows. You'll also develop practical skills in isolation, culturing, and maintenance of algae for aquaculture and research.
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Additional Information
Course Fees: BOT3 - $38.00 Flat Fee.
Recommended: One year of college-level biology
This class is offered at Hatfield Marine Science Center. Additional times (earlier mornings) as part of the field component of this course. Possible field trip activities as assigned by instructor. Housing is available on-site but is limited. Students interested in residing at Hatfield should complete a housing application by priority deadlines listed on the housing website.