Module Name |
Module Code |
Lecture Hrs |
Practical Hrs |
Credits |
| Marine Biology & Ecology |
MST1001Y(1) |
75 |
30 |
6 |
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| Description |
| This module provides basic knowledge on the biology and ecology of marine organisms, primary and secondary production, and sampling and estimation methodologies. The main topics include planktology, phycology (phylogeny and main algal taxonomic groups), invertebrates (Spongia, Cnidaria, Plathyhelminthes, Annelida, Mollusca, Arthropoda, Echinodermata), spawning, embryonic development, growth, reproduction, feeding behaviour and physiology. The biology of cetaceans (whales & dolphins) will be covered including their life-history, population behaviour, conservation and sustainable management. Tropical coastal ecosystems (estuaries, shores and lagoons, coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass beds, wetlands, etc.) and their survey techniques for developing relevant monitoring strategies for assessment and management will be introduced. The rationale for Large Marine Ecosystems (LMEs), biodiversity conservation strategies, marine parks/marine protected areas and legislation will be discussed. Snorkelling and Scuba Diving will be promoted, and acquisition of a professional qualification encouraged during this module. |
| Faculty |
Department |
| FACULTY OF SCIENCE |
Department of Health & Medical Sciences |
| Contact Details |
Administrative assistant: RAINA FERHANA HOSSENBUX
Telephone: 4037400
Email: r.hossenbux@uom.ac.mu |
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