3-3-0

An introduction to marine life and the interaction between the oceans and society at large. Topics will include: biological productivity (phytoplankton, zooplankton), biogeochemical, cycles in the oceans, life in various marine habitats, marine resources, fisheries, mariculture, pollution, coastal development and other environmental issues affecting the oceans.

Prerequisite: ESG 226a (Oceans I) or ESG 127