Module #1 Introduction to Climate Change and Marine Environments Overview of climate change, its causes, and its global impacts
Module #2 Marine Ecosystems:An Overview Introduction to different types of marine ecosystems, their importance, and biodiversity
Module #3 Climate Change and Oceanography Understanding the oceans role in the climate system and the effects of climate change on ocean currents and chemistry
Module #4 History of Climate Change Research A brief history of climate change research, key milestones, and scientific consensus
Module #5 Methods for Studying Climate Change Impacts Introducing research methods and tools used to study climate change impacts on marine environments
Module #6 Sea Level Rise and Coastal Erosion Understanding the causes and consequences of sea level rise on coastal ecosystems
Module #7 Ocean Acidification The effects of increased CO2 absorption on ocean chemistry and marine life
Module #8 Changes in Ocean Temperature and Circulation Impacts of warming ocean temperatures on marine ecosystems and global climate patterns
Module #9 Increased Storm Intensity and Frequency The relationship between climate change and extreme weather events in marine environments
Module #10 Arctic and Sub-Arctic Marine Environments Special considerations for the rapidly changing polar regions
Module #11 Coral Reef Bleaching and Collapse The consequences of climate change on coral reef ecosystems and their biodiversity
Module #12 Phytoplankton and Zooplankton Responses The effects of climate change on the base of marine food webs
Module #13 Fisheries and Fisheries Management Impacts of climate change on commercial fish populations and fisheries management strategies
Module #14 Marine Mammals and Seabirds The consequences of climate change on marine mammal and seabird populations
Module #15 Invasive Species and Disease The role of climate change in facilitating invasive species and disease outbreaks in marine environments
Module #16 Human Migration and Displacement The consequences of climate change on coastal communities and human migration patterns
Module #17 Economic Impacts on Fisheries and Tourism The economic costs of climate change on marine-based industries
Module #18 Food Security and Human Health The implications of climate change on global food security and human health, particularly in coastal regions
Module #19 Mitigation Strategies:Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Global and national efforts to reduce GHG emissions and mitigate climate change
Module #20 Adaptation Strategies:Building Resilience in Marine Environments Local and national approaches to adapt to climate change impacts in marine environments
Module #21 Case Study:The Great Barrier Reef A detailed examination of the impacts of climate change on the worlds largest coral reef system
Module #22 Case Study:The Arctic Region A closer look at the rapid changes occurring in the Arctic and their implications for global climate patterns
Module #23 Regional Perspectives:Climate Change in the Mediterranean A regional focus on the impacts of climate change in the Mediterranean Sea and its surrounding ecosystems
Module #24 Future Scenarios and Projections Exploring possible climate change scenarios and their implications for marine environments
Module #25 Policy Implications and International Cooperation Global agreements, national policies, and international cooperation to address climate change impacts on marine environments
Module #26 Statistical Analysis for Climate Change Research Introduction to statistical methods for analyzing climate change data
Module #27 Remote Sensing and GIS Applications Using remote sensing and GIS tools to study climate change impacts on marine environments
Module #28 Science Communication and Policy Engagement Effective communication of climate change research to policymakers and the public
Module #29 Final Project:Applying Course Concepts to a Real-World Problem Students apply course concepts to a real-world problem or case study
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Impact of Climate Change on Marine Environments career
