printer friendly pageBIOHOPK 47H: Introduction to Research in Ecology and Ecological Physiology (OCEANS 47)
This course is a field-based inquiry into rocky intertidal shores at Hopkins Marine Station that introduces students to ecology and environmental physiology and the research methods used to study them. Students will learn how to detect patterns quantitatively in nature through appropriate sampling methods. Following exploration of appropriate background material in class and through exploration of the scientific literature, students will formulate testable hypotheses regarding the underlying causes of the patterns they discern. A variety of different aspects of ecology and physiology will be investigated cooperatively by the students during the quarter, culminating in development of an individual final paper in the form of a research proposal based on data collected during the course. The course will provide a broad conceptual introduction to the underlying biological principles that influence adaptation to dynamic habitats, as well as an inquiry-based experience in how to explore complex systems in nature. This course fulfills the same laboratory requirement as
BIO 47. Satisfies WIM in Biology.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Elahi, R. (PI)
;
Tillman, C. (TA)
BIOHOPK 74H: Sustainability in Marine Organisms: Learning from the Evolutionary Survivors (BIO 74, OCEANS 74)
While climate change has impacted life at land and sea, it's impossible to know exactly how fast species will adapt to warmer and more acidic sea water, and which species will survive into the future. In this course we will explore ancient marine organisms that have adapted and survived to diverse environmental changes across millions years of evolution, in order to better understand the molecular cellular and communal elements that allowed for their success. The course will include observation and experimentation with diverse marine organisms, lectures, readings, writings, and discussions.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Voskoboynik, A. (PI)
;
Levy, T. (SI)
BIOHOPK 114H: Hopkins Marine Station Seminar (BIOHOPK 214, OCEANS 114)
Introduction to research in marine science through a weekly seminar series at Hopkins Marine Station. The weekly seminars will approach questions of development, physiology, ecology, evolution, and oceanography using contemporary methods. Class offered in-person only at Hopkins Marine Station.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 3 units total)
Instructors:
Elahi, R. (PI)
;
Voskoboynik, A. (PI)
BIOHOPK 123H: Catalyzing Solutions for a Sustainable Ocean: Learning with Local Communities (BIO 123, BIOHOPK 223H, OCEANS 123, OCEANS 223)
The ocean is impacted by overfishing, plastic pollution, climate change and acidification, which are leading to the disruption of marine ecosystem functions and services critical for human wellbeing. Ocean mining, offshore wind farming, increasing shipping, land sea interactions and carbon sequestration are all posing a whole new set of unprecedented challenges and, at the same time, opportunities to solve the pressing problem humanity has to face. By leveraging the unique location of Hopkins Marine Station as a living laboratory in Monterey Bay, this course will provide a unique opportunity for students to learn through real world examples about the multifaceted nature of problems at the very core of ocean sustainability.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
BIOHOPK 125H: Environmental Change and Marine Biodiversity (BIO 125, BIOHOPK 225H, OCEANS 125, OCEANS 225)
In this course we will study marine biodiversity and the impacts of environmental change on ocean life and marine ecosystems. Students will first study fundamental aspects of physiology, ecology, and evolution in marine animals and plants. Then, students will apply these principles to understand the consequences of environmental change on the functioning of organisms and ecosystems. Through tidepooling, snorkeling, and boating in the living laboratory of the Monterey coast, students will be immersed in the richness and complexity of marine food webs. By contributing to and analyzing historical time series, students will develop an integrative view of the past and future of ocean ecosystems, forming an evidence-based understanding of the consequences of recent anthropogenic influences on ocean biodiversity and associated ecosystem services.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
BIOHOPK 161H: Between Pacific Tides: Invertebrate Zoology in Monterey Bay (BIOHOPK 261H, OCEANS 161, OCEANS 261)
Invertebrates range in size from microscopic mites to giant squid and are integral to ecosystems and their functioning. More than 97% of all described animal species lack a spine, and this course is an introductory survey of invertebrate diversity with an emphasis on intertidal habitats of Monterey Bay. Students will explore the form, function, evolution, and natural history of the major invertebrate groups through lectures, labs, and field trips. Prerequisite:
BIO 81 or
BIO 85 recommended.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Elahi, R. (PI)
;
Lubeck, L. (TA)
BIOHOPK 170H: Taking the Pulse of the Ocean: Innovative Technologies for the Blue Planet (BIO 170, BIOHOPK 270H, OCEANS 170, OCEANS 270)
This will be an interdisciplinary course focused on the intersection of ocean science, marine biology, engineering and computer science. Students will develop an in-depth understanding of the quantitative and field challenges involved in collecting ocean data and designing ocean instruments. Participants will have the opportunity to work with existing ocean technologies such as autonomous underwater and surface vehicles, biologging devices, drones, echosounders, environmental DNA samplers, ocean buoys, ocean drifters, and remotely operated vehicles that will be housed in the 'Ocean Garage'. They will deploy these instruments to study the interplay between physical, chemical and biological oceanography.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Block, B. (PI)
;
Palumbi, S. (PI)
;
Cade, D. (SI)
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Instructors:
Block, B. (PI)
;
Palumbi, S. (PI)
;
Cade, D. (SI)
;
Johri, S. (SI)
;
Pagniello, C. (SI)
;
DiGiacomo, A. (TA)
BIOHOPK 173H: Marine Conservation Biology (BIOHOPK 273H, OCEANS 173)
Class can be taken in-person or via Zoom. Introduction to the key concepts of ecology and policy relevant to marine conservation issues at the population to ecosystems level. Focus on the origin and maintenance of biodiversity and conservation applications from both the biology and policy perspectives (for example, endangered species, captive breeding, reserve design, habitat fragmentation, ecosystem restoration/rehabilitation). Also includes emerging approaches such as ecosystem based management, ocean planning, and coupled social-ecological systems. The course will include lectures, readings and discussions of primary literature, and attendance at seminars with visiting scholars. Prerequisite: introductory biology; suggested: a policy and/or introductory ecology course. Students who want to enroll only in the seminar and discussion course (2 units) should register for
BIOHOPK 173HA. (Graduate students register for 273H.)
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
| Repeatable
for credit
(up to 99 units total)
Instructors:
Crowder, L. (PI)
;
Early, M. (SI)
BIOHOPK 173HA: Marine Conservation Biology - Seminar and Discussion Only (BIOHOPK 273HA, OCEANS 173A)
Class can be taken in-person or via Zoom. Introduction to the key concepts of ecology and policy relevant to marine conservation issues at the population to ecosystems level. Focus on the origin and maintenance of biodiversity and conservation applications from both the biology and policy perspectives (for example, endangered species, captive breeding, reserve design, habitat fragmentation, ecosystem restoration/rehabilitation). Also includes emerging approaches such as ecosystem based management, ocean planning, and coupled social-ecological systems. The course will include lectures, readings and discussions of primary literature, and attendance at seminars with visiting scholars. Prerequisite: introductory biology; suggested: a policy and/or introductory ecology course. Students should enroll in this course if they are only joining the seminar and discussion. Students who will engage in the full course should enroll in
BIOHOPK 173H/273H. (Graduate students register for 273HA.)
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1-2
Instructors:
Crowder, L. (PI)
;
Early, M. (SI)
BIOHOPK 185H: Ecology and Conservation of Kelp Forest Communities (BIOHOPK 285H)
(Graduate students register for 285H.) This is an experiential field course on the ecology of giant kelp forests. Through daily scuba dives, lectures, and labs, students become acquainted with the common invertebrates, fishes, and seaweeds and how their interactions shape the community. The course has three major components: scientific dive training, natural history, and ecology. In the first portion of the course, students learn how to do science underwater and upon completion of the course, will be certified to conduct scientific diving at Hopkins Marine Station in accordance with the standards set by the American Academy of Underwater Scientists. Topics include best practices for water safety, rescue methods, navigation and mapping, and data collection techniques. The second portion of the course concentrates on how to recognize the common species, how to identify them if you don't know who they are, and to learn where they can be found. Third, once students are familiar with the basic biology of kelp forest inhabitants, we use that as a springboard to discuss population and community processes that affect both obvious and more subtle differences in patterns of distribution and abundance that can be seen in different kelp forests around the Monterey peninsula. We will practice commonly used methods for conducting quantitative surveys of abundance and population structure for a variety of species. The data we collect during the course contribute to on-going time series for the Hopkins Marine Life Observatory, some of which have been going on for nearly 25 years. Course times reflect lecture only; course is a full-time commitment from June 26-July 28.
Terms: Sum
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Elahi, R. (PI)
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