Module #1 Introduction to Marine Biology Overview of the field of marine biology, its importance, and career opportunities
Module #2 The Marine Environment Physical and chemical characteristics of the ocean, including temperature, salinity, and pressure
Module #3 Marine Ecosystems Overview of different marine ecosystems, including coral reefs, estuaries, and open ocean
Module #4 Phytoplankton and Primary Production The importance of phytoplankton in the marine food web and their role in primary production
Module #5 Zooplankton and Marine Invertebrates Introduction to zooplankton, their diversity, and importance in the marine food web
Module #6 Marine Fish Diversity of marine fish, their adaptations, and importance in the marine ecosystem
Module #7 Marine Mammals Overview of marine mammals, including whales, dolphins, and seals
Module #8 Marine Birds Introduction to marine birds, including seabirds, shorebirds, and sea ducks
Module #9 Marine Reptiles Overview of marine reptiles, including sea turtles, crocodiles, and snakes
Module #10 Marine Invertebrate Diversity Introduction to the diversity of marine invertebrates, including mollusks, echinoderms, and crustaceans
Module #11 Coral Reefs Ecology and importance of coral reefs, including their formation, structure, and biodiversity
Module #12 Estuaries and Coastal Ecosystems Overview of estuaries, mangroves, and salt marshes, including their importance and biodiversity
Module #13 Open Ocean Ecosystems Introduction to the open ocean ecosystem, including the epipelagic, mesopelagic, and abyssal zones
Module #14 Deep-Sea Ecosystems Overview of deep-sea ecosystems, including hydrothermal vents, abyssal plains, and seamounts
Module #15 Marine Food Webs Introduction to marine food webs, including trophic levels, nutrient cycling, and energy flow
Module #16 Marine Conservation Biology Overview of marine conservation biology, including threats, conservation strategies, and management techniques
Module #17 Marine Pollution Types and impacts of marine pollution, including plastic pollution, oil spills, and chemical pollution
Module #18 Climate Change and the Ocean Impacts of climate change on the ocean, including ocean acidification, warming, and sea-level rise
Module #19 Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture Overview of marine fisheries, including fishing methods, fisheries management, and aquaculture
Module #20 Marine Policy and Management Introduction to marine policy and management, including international agreements, laws, and regulations
Module #21 Marine Research Methods Overview of research methods in marine biology, including sampling, experimentation, and data analysis
Module #22 Marine Remote Sensing and Technology Introduction to remote sensing and technology in marine biology, including satellite imagery and underwater vehicles
Module #23 Marine Invasive Species Overview of marine invasive species, including their impacts, prevention, and control
Module #24 Marine Biodiversity and Systematics Introduction to marine biodiversity and systematics, including species identification and classification
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Introduction to Marine Biology career
