ENV 117 - Introduction to Marine Mammal Biology and Traditional Seamanship in the Gulf of Maine-WhaleSail

Institution:

Cape Cod Community College

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Description:

This course is designed to familiarize students with the biology, natural history and conservation of marine mammals in the Western North Atlantic, with primary focus on the North Atlantic right whale and humpback whale. Students shall understand the evolution, anatomy, behavior, field identification, data collection, the history of whaling, and modern conservation issues. Students shall develop skills in seamanship and navigation onboard the ship. Prerequisite: None / 3 credits. Offered in the Summer aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.capecod.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 362-2131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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