Mar 03, 2026  
Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Catalog 2026-2027

MSCI 472 - Biological Oceanography Projects


This course is focused primarily on lecture and computing-based exploration of biological oceanographic concepts using the Monterey Bay as a model. It uses a group project-based approach to understanding the oceanographic system with a focus on biophysical coupling, aquatic optics, remote sensing, and mechanistic models. It may include one or more field trips. This course can fulfill the Marine Science major capstone requirement with co-enrollment in MSCI 410 .

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: ENVS 332  and MSCI 370  and (MSCI 350  or ENVS 350 ) with a C- or better or (Instructor Consent Required)]


Typically Offered: Spring term only

Units: 4