Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionThe course provides an overview of marine ecosystems, emphasizing the diversity of life inhabiting them. The physical, chemical, and ecological features of the marine environment are reviewed and the evolutionary adaptations that allowed marine organisms to survive are emphasized. Although the overall focus will include ecosystems found in both tropical, subtropical, temperate, and arctic regions, many of the practical examples will be drawn from the rich ecosystems of the central California coast, and labs will provide hands-on experience of the diversity of life found in this area. Practical exercises will include viewing of specimen in the laboratory, short documentaries followed by discussion, and field trips to coastal locations within the Monterey Bay to view and explore specific ecosystems such as kelp forests, the intertidal, and estuarine areas, as well as learn about local marine species such as birds and mammals. ADVISORY: High school-level reading and writing skills, and skills equivalent to those of an Elementary Algebra course.Usually HeldSat 9:00am–12:10pm, Sat 11:20am–2:30pm, Sat 9:45am–11:10am, Sat 9:45am–12:55pm 