Coastal and Marine Ecosystems

3 credits · Nicholas School of Environment

This foundational course will 1) explore key principles and concepts important to understanding the structure, function and processes of coastal and marine ecosystems, 2) analyze key anthropogenic stressors on these ecosystems, and 3) apply knowledge of ecosystem science to assess management strategies. Students will engage with a series of case studies and participate in interactive discussions, lectures, and applied research projects/papers. This course will be taught in Durham with 2 required weekend field trips to the Duke Marine Lab.