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2009-2010 University Catalog
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EVPP 421 - Marine ConservationCredits: 3 Cross-Listed with EVPP 521/BIOL 507
Provides an overview of threats to the marine environment, and discusses the scientific, socioeconomic, and political issues behind marine conservation. Covers categories of marine pollutants (chemical, biological, and physical contaminants) and their impacts on the marine ecosystem, as well as impacts on humans (health, social, and economic), threats to key marine species (e.g., coral, sharks, turtles, and marine mammals) and initiatives and laws developed to reduce these threats. Scientific and socioeconomic problems that hinder sustainable fisheries management and the science and policy behind the global warming debate are also discussed. The course also provides an overview of marine environmental law and policy issues related to marine conservation policy.
Prerequisites BIOL/GEOL 309 and completed or concurrent enrollment in all other required general education courses.
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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