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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ENVSCI 391 Biology of Whales


3 Credit(s)

This course provides a comprehensive review of the biology, ecology, and management of cetaceans. a thorough grounding in cetology and populations biology will prepare students to understand conservation problems presented as case histories. Students will also complete an independent research paper on a topic related to cetacean conservation. Hands–on activities may include the dissection of a small cetacean and a shore–based whale watch in Massachusetts Bay.

Enrollment Requirements:
Prerequisites: 

  • BIOL 111 and
  • BIOL 112 and
  • BIOL 290 or ENVSCI/ENVSTY 267L