MR 410 - Marine Aquaculture and Biotechnology

Prerequisite:MR 300 An examination of marine aquaculture and the use of marine resources in developing biotechnological products. The history of aquaculture and current aquaculture practices throughout the world are reviewed. Lectures are augmented by visits to commercial establishments and aquaculture research laboratories. The second portion of the course will focus on the development of marine biotechnology, marine products, and the relationship between aquaculture and marine biotechnology. Some required weekend field classes. 3 credits