Module #1 Introduction to Marine Mammal Communication Overview of the importance of communication in marine mammals and the scope of the course
Module #2 Marine Mammal Biology and Ecology Review of marine mammal evolution, taxonomy, and ecosystem roles
Module #3 Communication Fundamentals Principles of communication, including signal transmission, reception, and processing
Module #4 Sensory Systems in Marine Mammals Overview of sensory systems used by marine mammals, including audition, vision, and echolocation
Module #5 Acoustic and Vocalization Basics Introduction to sound production and reception in marine mammals, including vocalization types and frequency ranges
Module #6 Whale Vocalizations:Types and Functions Characteristics and functions of different whale vocalization types, including clicks, whistles, and pulses
Module #7 Dolphin Vocalizations and Signature Whistles Dolphin communication systems, including signature whistles and contextual vocalizations
Module #8 Seal and Sea Lion Vocalizations Communication systems of pinnipeds, including vocalization types and functions
Module #9 Acoustic Communication in Marine Mammals The role of acoustic signals in marine mammal communication, including echolocation and social interactions
Module #10 Vocal Learning and Brain Structure The neural basis of vocal learning and production in marine mammals
Module #11 Visual Communication in Marine Mammals The role of visual signals in marine mammal communication, including body language and display behaviors
Module #12 Electroreception in Marine Mammals The function and importance of electroreception in marine mammal communication and navigation
Module #13 Bioluminescence and Communication The use of bioluminescence in marine mammal communication, including signaling and camouflage
Module #14 Visual and Acoustic Integration How marine mammals integrate visual and acoustic information for communication and social behavior
Module #15 Electroreception in Predator-Prey Interactions The role of electroreception in marine mammal predator-prey interactions and foraging behavior
Module #16 Social Structure and Behavior in Marine Mammals Overview of social organization and behavior in different marine mammal species
Module #17 Communication in Marine Mammal Social Behavior The role of communication in maintaining social bonds and facilitating cooperation
Module #18 Cultural Transmission in Marine Mammals The process of cultural transmission in marine mammals, including vocalization and behavioral traditions
Module #19 Social Learning and Imitation The mechanisms of social learning and imitation in marine mammals
Module #20 Implications of Cultural Transmission for Conservation The importance of considering cultural transmission in marine mammal conservation efforts
Module #21 Noise Pollution and Marine Mammal Communication The impact of noise pollution on marine mammal communication and behavior
Module #22 Conservation Implications of Marine Mammal Communication How understanding marine mammal communication can inform conservation efforts
Module #23 Marine Mammal Communication in Fisheries and Aquaculture The role of marine mammal communication in fisheries and aquaculture management
Module #24 Applications of Marine Mammal Communication in Technology Inspiration from marine mammal communication for biomimetic and bio-inspired technologies
Module #25 Future Directions in Marine Mammal Communication Research Emerging areas of research and potential breakthroughs in marine mammal communication
Module #26 Case Study:Humpback Whale Communication In-depth examination of humpback whale vocalization and social behavior
Module #27 Case Study:Bottlenose Dolphin Communication Exploration of bottlenose dolphin communication systems and social behavior
Module #28 Case Study:Elephant Seal Communication Investigation of elephant seal vocalization and social behavior
Module #29 Synthesizing Marine Mammal Communication Research Integrating knowledge from across the course to understand the complexities of marine mammal communication
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Marine Mammal Communication career
