Coastal Ecology and Conservation

Will enable to students to master fundamental ecological concepts and understand how this knowledge can be used to inform coastal conservation and management. Case studies from New England and elsewhere, field trips to rocky shores, salt marshes and coastal ecosystems enable students to develop scientific skills and experience the challenges of coastal conservation science. The course is aimed at freshmen and sophomores. Expected background: BIOL 0200 or equivalent placement. Enrollment limited to 10 students, and written permission required. Email (Mark_Bertness@brown.edu) to receive course application (due May 1). Admitted students register for the course in September.