Marine Science
OVERVIEW
Delve deeply into Earth’s bodies of water and study geologic structures and how they impact the oceans. Investigate characteristics of various aquatic life populations, distribution patterns, and ongoing changes occurring in our ecosystem.
MAJOR TOPICS AND CONCEPTS
Ocean Exploration
- Introduction to Marine Science
- Ocean Exploration
- Ocean Zones
- Properties of Water
Water World
- Plate Tectonics
- Ocean Formation
- Ocean’s Impact on Weather
- Ocean’s Impact on Climate
- Air and Sea Interactions
Oceans in Motion
- Seasons of Change
- Ocean’s Systems
- Surf’s Up
- Highways of the Sea
- Coastal Dynamics
Marine Life
- Marine Biodiversity
- Ocean Health
- Marine Populations
- Animal Adaptations
- Marine Habitats
Aquatic Interactions
- Marine Ecosystems
- Food Webs and Energy Transfer
- Marine Relationships
- Human Impact on Marine Life
- Marine Pollution
Marine Conservation
- Introduction
- Marine Resources
- Future of an Ocean Planet
HONORS
- Ocean’s Impact on Water
- Sound in the Sea
- Biotechnology and Environmental Conservation
- Research Management
Fee Details
| Program | Regular | Honors |
| Fee | $ 558 | $ 583 |
Grade Level
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Duration
10 months
Requirements
Household items for lab experiments
Prerequisites
Biology 1 recommended
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