BIO3021

Marine biology

(SCI)

Dr John Beardall

6 points + First semester + Clayton + Two 1-hour lectures, equivalent of 3 hours laboratory/field work per week + Prerequisite: 12 points from level 2 BOT/ZOO/BIO - to include either BOT2041 or BOT2042 or ZOO2031

Synopsis: The diversity, ecology and ecophysiology of marine organisms and the environments in which they live, including the impact of humans. These topics will be placed in the context of specific marine ecosystems including coastal habitats, coral reefs, open oceans, the deep sea and polar ecosystems. The practical component will be taught as a field course at the Queenscliff Marine Station in February.

Assessment: Examination (2.5 hours): 60% + Practical work/field work/projectwork: 40%