BIOM 458 Coastal Environmental Oceanography
This course examines the interaction of biological, chemical, physical, geological, and ecological ocean processes as applied to coastal environments. Emphasis is placed on environmental management issues of the coastal zone. Topics include water quality analysis, barrier island geology and ecology, estuarine pollution, beach defense and biological implications in areas of coastal up welling and coastal fronts. Specific cases in coastal pollution will be examined from coastal environments around the U.S.
Credits
3 credits
Cross Listed Courses
BIOM 558
Distribution
Advanced (ADVD)Notes
Academic Level: 140-UG Level 4 Advanced
Modalities: In Person