FYS 1216 - The Ocean

Credits: 4.0
Life began in the sea, and the oceans have been the cradle of diversity ever since. Oceans have also strongly influenced all aspects of human societies, from art to politics. In this course, students will (1) learn basic marine biology and oceanography concetps, (2) explore current challenges facing the oceans, from climate chang to overfishing to resource exploration, and (3) explore human connections to the ocean in areas outside the sciences, the topics chosen based on student interest.
Offered: Fall only, on demand
McDaniel Plan: First Year Seminar, Scientific Inquiry