Program Learning Outcomes
Marine and Coastal Sciences
- Understand and integrate fundamental principles, including: development and evolution of modern ocean/earth systems; distribution, diversity and abundance of marine life, and special adaptations to ocean environments; impact of ocean circulation on climate, atmosphere and biosphere; biogeochemical cycles, ocean productivity; processes at terrestrial-marine interface and in the coastal zone; and anthropogenic impacts and management of ocean resources
- Utilize the scientific method to answer questions and investigate the natural world
- Successfully communicate scientific information through: oral presentations; papers/writing
- Interpret and discuss scientific data, critically evaluate published scientific literature
- Experience the marine environment in field, research or internship opportunities
- Explain and evaluate major issues that are facing the modern marine environment
2016