CORAL REEF ECOLOGY - BIOL 294
DR. DOMINIQUE DIDIER - MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY
PLEASE NOTE: This is a travel course* This class starts one week earlier***
Week 1 at Field Station May 12th - May 18th
Week 2 & 3 (RIMS) Roatan Institute of Marine Science at Anthony's Key Resort May 19th - June 1st
Course Description:
Coral reefs are unique assemblages of life and one of the most appealing ecosystems in marine science. The unique biology of corals allows high productivity and diversity in an area that should produce very little. The focus of this course is to introduce you to the unique aspects of coral reefs, and to give you a working knowledge of reef species and reef ecology.
The Field Station fee includes airfare, shared housing, scuba dives, meals, and other trip fees. The fee does not include University tuition.
General Description of Field Activities:
One week at the Chincoteague Bay Field Station. Two weeks in Roatan, Honduras. SCUBA certification required. Will dive 20-25 times over two weeks along a variety of coral formations.
Prerequisites:
Required Textbook or Supplies:
SCUBA certification
Textbook TBD
Number of Students:
10
2024 Chincoteague Bay Field Station Fee*:
Field Station fee: Approximately $6,000 - $7,000 dependent on enrollment
Deposit: $719 at time of registration
Fees are subject to change at the discretion of the board of directors
* Does not include university tuition or fees. For specific policy on CBFS fees, click HERE.
Week 1 at Field Station May 12th - May 18th
Week 2 & 3 (RIMS) Roatan Institute of Marine Science at Anthony's Key Resort May 19th - June 1st
Course Description:
Coral reefs are unique assemblages of life and one of the most appealing ecosystems in marine science. The unique biology of corals allows high productivity and diversity in an area that should produce very little. The focus of this course is to introduce you to the unique aspects of coral reefs, and to give you a working knowledge of reef species and reef ecology.
The Field Station fee includes airfare, shared housing, scuba dives, meals, and other trip fees. The fee does not include University tuition.
General Description of Field Activities:
One week at the Chincoteague Bay Field Station. Two weeks in Roatan, Honduras. SCUBA certification required. Will dive 20-25 times over two weeks along a variety of coral formations.
Prerequisites:
- two semesters of college biology with labs
- Up to date passport
- Have (or will have) a valid scuba certification
Required Textbook or Supplies:
SCUBA certification
Textbook TBD
Number of Students:
10
2024 Chincoteague Bay Field Station Fee*:
Field Station fee: Approximately $6,000 - $7,000 dependent on enrollment
Deposit: $719 at time of registration
Fees are subject to change at the discretion of the board of directors
* Does not include university tuition or fees. For specific policy on CBFS fees, click HERE.
