J, K Students will learn to recognize the most common species of seaweeds and invertebrate animals found along local beaches. Food chains and other species interactions will be emphasized and current theories regarding intertidal ecology will be explored.
Field trips are mandatory.
Laboratory sessions include field trips, experiments, demonstrations, and discussion of contemporary biological topics. Co-requisite MATH S105. May not be used as biology elective credit for a major in Biology. BIOL S104 fulfills the Natural Science core requirements. Evolution, behavior, ecology, and groups of plants and animals.