This interdisciplinary course considers the far-reaching consequences of human interactions with the seas. We will examine the physical and biological nature of the sea, the history of ownership, literature and art, the effects of the sea on development, and tensions between undeveloped and developed countries for ocean resources, including the contemporary marine issues of drilling and transporting petroleum. Offered under the auspices of the MSC and open to Brandeis students by petition. This advanced interdisciplinary seminar will examine past and current water supply issues and explore the uncertain future of our water supply. The Boston metropolitan area's water supply system will be used as a case study.
Water is looked at from scientific, historical, and political viewpoints.
Signature of Professor Klein required. Offered under the auspices of the MSC and open to Brandeis students by petition. Designed to familiarize students with the biology and natural history of marine mammals, with an emphasis on whales, dolphins, and seals of the western North Atlantic. Topics include evolution, anatomy, behavior, field identification, the history of whaling, and contemporary conservation issues. Usually offered every spring at the New England Aquarium, Boston.