Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class Size24–32 studentsCredits1PrerequisiteMRSC A180 or concurrent enrollment. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionAn exploration of the principles of marine biology using, whenever possible, living organisms in natural surroundings. Included will be plankton biology, the taxonomy and habits of common eastern Pacific Ocean marine plants and animals, aspects of intertidal zonation, analysis of fouling communities, and field trips to sea to observe marine birds and mammals.Usually HeldThu 9:00am–12:10pm, Thu 1:30pm–4:40pm, Thu 2:30pm–5:40pm, Thu 9:30am–12:40pm 