Lectures and field surveys will examine the physical, chemical and biological components, interrelationships, and sampling techniques characteristic of the major northeastern marine environments. An applied ecosystem approach will be utilized to study the ecology of estuaries, intertidal shores, tidal ponds, saltmarshes, hard and soft benthos, and coastal environments. Field instructional experiences, on weekends, are a mandatory part of this course. Field costs are shared by the students. Waders are required field gear. Prerequisite: BIOL215. [Fall] Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective, Lib Arts/Sci Upper Level, Applied Learning - Field Study