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| FNR 37800 - Marine Biology Practicum |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course presents students with expanded opportunities to use field techniques to sample and report on marine habitats and organisms. The course emphasizes the proper care and use of field sampling gear and identification of fish and invertebrates samples from exposed shore, lagoon, and estuary habitats. A trip to the coast of either the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico is a central component of this course; a course fee is required to cover the expenses of the trip.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Experiential Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Forestry and Natural Resources Course Attributes: Practicum, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate enhanced knowledge of the basic principles and techniques associated with sampling organisms in coastal environments. 2. Demonstrate practical knowledge and skills in sampling, handling, identifying, and reporting on marine biological communities characteristic of several costal habitat types. 3. Demonstrate improved critical thinking, written and oral communication, and professional skills related to marine biology. |
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