Aug 31, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergrad Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergrad Catalog
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BIOL 227 - Introduction to Marine Biology


This course explores basic principles of oceanic and estuarine life. Topics include biological and physical factors that influence the survival and ecology of marine organisms. Special emphasis is given to groups of organisms unique to the marine environment, such as whales, corals, penguins, plankton, and multicellular algae. (Lecture 2 hours, Lab 3 hours and one day-long weekend fieldtrip)

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BIOL 121  OR BIOL 190  OR BIOL 191  OR BIOL 190  OR BIOL 191 



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