Instructor:
Robert Louis Hirsch
390
Credits:
3.0
701
Building:
Agricultural Science Building North
Room:
Rm.A0006
Semester:
Fall 2022
Start Date:
End Date:
Name:
Sp Top Nre:Adv Scuba & Coral Reef Ecol
Requisites:
Prereq: NRE 201 or consent of instructor.
Class Type:
LEC
2:00 pm
3:15 pm
Days:
T
Note:
CONTROLLED ENROLLMENT: NRE 390-701: ADVANCED SCUBA CERT & CORAL REEF ECOLOGY. This course introduces students to ecological concepts and important natural resource issues in coral reef environments while earning relevant scuba diving certifications. The island and surrounding reefs of Cozumel, Mexico, will be our laboratory as we develop and refine aquatic skills necessary to investigate coral reef ecology. Students will have the opportunity to earn numerous scuba certifications (depending on previous training) while learning about the impact of environmental stress on coral reef ecosystems. Topics include coral reef conservation, fish identification and quantification, underwater surveying, turtle biology, ecologically sensitive diving techniques, ecotourism, and the impact of globalization and climate change. This course is Fall-Embedded study abroad experience, meaning that this is a Fall class with regular weekly class meetings, but the one-week study abroad portion will occur prior to the Spring Semester during early January. This Education Abroad course is accompanied by a special course fee and requires international travel to Cozumel, Mexico. Enrollment is restricted to certified PADI Open Water Scuba Divers (or equivalent) with instructor permission.Apply for this experience through www.ea.uky.edu and email the course instructor at rlhi227@uky.edu with any questions.
This course focuses on unique and timely topics in natural resources and environmental science. A maximum of six credits can be earned.
This course focuses on unique and timely topics in natural resources and environmental science. A maximum of six credits can be earned.
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