CORAL REEF BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY (OCMB-7012, CRN: 11983) (MEVS-5007, CRN#12005)

The purpose of this class is to introduce students to the general biology and ecology of corals and coral-associated organisms. Topics will include an historical perspective of coral study, coral distribution, diversity and abundance, coral taxonomy, reef types and morphology, zooxanthellae symbioses, reproductive ecology including recruitment and dispersion of larvae and propagules, coral reef trophic systems, natural and anthropogenic perturbations, coral adaptation and evolution, corals as a source of proxy records, rapid reef assessment techniques, and coral reef resource management. Active classroom discussion will be encouraged during and following the presentation of material by the professor. A formal discussion period on selected papers will be conducted during each class. Material will be presented from a global perspective, with focus on the South Florida and Caribbean marine environment. Two weekend field trips are planned to allow the student to directly experience the local coral reef and coral community habitats.

Lab Fee: $50

Instructor:	Dr. Joshua Feingold
	Assstant Professor
	Email: "Joshua Feingold" <joshua barney nova fred edu>

Meets: Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm
July 9th - September 17th
Classroom #1