BI 495A Introductory Marine Biology 3cr:
May 5-May 9, 2008
NMU Campus- Course will cover basic marine biology including principles of marine science, marine ecosystems and organisms. Prereq: BI 112, Recommended BI 210. Course will meet 5 days a week for 7hrs/day for ONE week.
BI 495B Marine Biology Field-Studies 3cr:
May 11-May 24, 2008
Travel- This course will include hands-on experiences in marine research at the Isles of Shoals in the Gulf of Maine. Students will spend two weeks on Appledore Island at the Shoals Marine Lab, take part in field laboratories and conduct their own research project while exploring the biology of the islands and the surrounding Atlantic ocean.
Prereq: BI495A (above) or other introductory marine biology course.
NOTE: There is an additional fee for this course that includes all on-island costs including room and board, lab equipment/space, local expert lectures, and boat time ($1867; does not include tuition or transport to Maine) . Enrollment is limited.
For more information contact Dr. Jill Leonard in the Biology Department: jileonar@nmu.edu
For details and photos: Isles of Shoals Marine Lab - Gulf of Maine
