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2020-2021 University Catalog 
    
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BIO 332 - Fisheries Science


Prerequisites: BIO 103  or NATSC 103 , and BIO 104  or NATSC 204 ; or consent of instructor
Requirement Fulfillment: Fulfills a course requirement in the Biology and Marine Biology Core Concentration
A multidisciplinary course that examines the biology, ecology, and population dynamics of aquatic fishery resources. This information is further integrated with the study of human socioeconomics in an effort to better understand the management and conservation of exploited fisheries. Topics covered in the class include: fish life history characteristics and population dynamics; stock assessment and identification; socioeconomics; fishing gear technology and its impact on populations, communities, and ecosystems; and strategies for management and conservation.

3 credits
Fall, Alternate Years



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