Sustainable Fisheries

3 Credits

Fish biology, ecology, and habitats relevant to sustainable fisheries on a global and regional (Florida) scale. Discusses fisheries occurring from mountain rivers to ocean depths, with emphasis on resource use. Topics include invasives, aquaculture, dams, artificial reefs, bycatch, climate change, and marine protected areas. Intended for non-science and science majors. This course affords students the ability to critically examine and evaluate the principles of the scientific method, model construction, and use the scientific method to explain natural experiences and phenomena.