CHY 221 recommended. An introduction to more than 32 phyla of organisms without backbones, many exclusively marine. Anatomy, systematics, and ecology of marine, aquatic, terrestrial, and parasitic organisms are studied through lectures, dissections, and videotapes. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. An introduction to the identification, classification and evolution of vascular plants.
Primary emphasis is on the angiosperms and conifers.
Topics considered include the history of taxonomy, plant life cycles, taxonomically important anatomical and morphological features of plants, classification systems, and characteristics of selected plant families. Lecture and field work place approximately equal emphasis on knowledge of the local flora and recognition of important plant families. Laboratory work includes methods of specimen preparation, identification and mounting, and organization and maintenance of an herbarium. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. A course that introduces students to topics in marine aquaculture, primarily mariculture in Maine.