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BIO 494 Biology Field Experience: Marine Ecosystems


This class provides students with a field-based learning environment outside of Michigan. During this trip, we will have many opportunities to observe and identify some of the invertebrates found in the Caribbean. Activities will include snorkeling and hiking opportunities in different aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Assignments will include a shell collection and invertebrate photo identifications. Students will learn about marine, shoreline, and aquatic communities as well as the identification of local flora and fauna, especially the invertebrates.

Often cross-listed with BIO 594  

Credit 2 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter (odd yrs.)

Prerequisites - BIO 120 with a “C” or better  and BIO 121 with a “C” or better  
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

Department Permission is required

Equivalent Course(s) - BIO 594
Course History -
New Course 4/2020, effective Fall 2020

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