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E&ES306
Coral Reef Ecology and Geology
E&ES306 SP
Not Currently Offered
This course analyzes the interrelationships among geologic
setting, physical processes and ecologic zonation within the
tropical reef environment dominated by the association of
symbiotic corals and benthic algae. The course will consist
primarily of readings and discussion of research literature
on the topic. Laboratory examination of coralline and algal
species and their sedimentary by-products will focus on
benthic community analysis. A major component of the course
will be a concentrated 10-day session during the midsemester
recess taught in the field at a station on the barrier reef
offshore Belize, Central America. Mornings daily will be
spent in lecture-seminar-laboratory, followed by afternoon
field trips and experiments in and around the reef habitat.
MAJOR READINGS
Extensive readings from a variety of texts
and the primary literature.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
One exam, one literature
review paper and several classroom presentations are
required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This course is
designed for advanced Biology or E&ES majors, but is also
appropriate for majors from any of the natural sciences as
long as they have taken either E&ES 106 (Oceanography) or
BIOL207 (Physiology & Evolution). All students must
complete a strenuous qualifying swimming test before leaving
for the field component. SCUBA diving will NOT be a
permitted activity in this course. Enrollment will be
limited to 12 students by application during Drop/Add
registration.
Students will have to pay their own transportation to and
accommodations at the field station. In addition, a
facilities fee will be charged by the department for the use
of laboratory facilities and equipment, boats, and vehicles.
It is estimated that the total cost of the field component
will be approximately $1,500.00 per student. University or
departmental resources may be available to cover part of
these expenses. A $700.00 deposit will be required from
each student at the time of application for registration.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Fieldwork Laboratory Lecture
Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Prerequisites:
E&ES106 or BIOL207 or E&ES227
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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