Biology and Conservation of Marine Mammals
Target Audience: Undergraduate Student
Institution: Oregon State University Hatfield Marine Science Center
Institutional Web Link: http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu/academics/courses-hmsc/summer-term/summer-courses
Course Description: BI/FW 302. BIOLOGY AND CONSERVATION OF MARINE MAMMALS (4 credits).
An examination of the biology of whales, pinnipeds, and other marine mammals, include general adaptations to a marine existence; systematics and biogeography; reproduction; diving physiology; communication and echolocation; feeding and migratory behavior; and marine mammal/human interactions, including conservation issues.
Course Fees and Expenses: In State Tuition Rates for Summer Session
Scholarships, Fellowships, Associated with the Course: Housing Scholarships
Funding Source: None
How to Apply: Oregon State University Summer Session
Application Closing Date: 06/01/2017
Course Begins: 2017-06-26
Course Ends: 2017-07-21