FW 302: Biology and Conservation of Marine Mammals

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two seals on buoy
Level
Upper Division (UUG)
Term
Summer
Topic
Ecology and Conservation
Marine Mammals and Megafauna
Marine Organismal Diversity
Engagement Length
Four Weeks
Modality
In-person

Course Overview

Students will develop an in-depth knowledge of marine mammal biology, ecology, and conservation strategies. Leveraging the diverse marine mammal populations along the Oregon Coast, students gain hands-on experience with the tools and methods used to study and protect these sentinel species.

Visit classes.oregonstate.edu for more information and to register.

Additional Information

Course Fees: FHTF - $45.00 Flat Fee

Prerequisites: Minium grade of C- in BI/BI H (211, 212, 213) or BI/BI H (221, 222, 223) or BI/BI H (204, 205, 206).

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.

Instructor

Renee Albertson

[email protected]

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