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Marine Biology |
| 3250 Advanced Marine Biology Prerequisite: 12th grade reading level, approval of current science teacher, and completion of Biology and Chemistry or Physics with grades of "B" or better, or approval by Marine Biology teacher with written academic contract prior to enrollment Grade Level: 11 - 12 This is an in depth study of marine life, physical oceanography, and the impact of human activity on the oceans. Outside reading of two novels and independent field work are REQUIRED parts of the class. Science communication work using readings, writing, computer presentation, labs, and scientific illustrations will also be required. Students will have additional opportunities such as the Intertidal Monitoring Project, the Catalina Island Marine Institute and the Ocean Science Bowl. Students are expected to be self-motivated and interested in learning about marine environments. This course satisfies a life science lab class requirement for entrance into the University of California.
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