Course level

Undergraduate

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Class hours

3 Lecture hours
2 Practical or Laboratory hours

Incompatible

ZL329 or ID206

Recommended prerequisite

Assessment methods

Literature reviews, end of semester examination

Course enquiries

Study Abroad

This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.

This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.

Course description

NOT AVAILABLE AFTER 2009. NEW COURSE CODE BIOL3219. Biology & geology of coral reefs. Factors & process that control the structure, morphology, sediments & distribution of coral reefs; biology of corals & their role in the coral reef ecosystem; primary producers & other plants of coral reefs; ecology & life histories of coral reef invertebrates & fishes; geography, remote sensing, & reef management including coral reef islands.