BSc or BA (120 credit hour) Concentrated Honours in Marine Biology - Hacking the blue planet: The scientific and social dimensions of ocean fertilization MARI 4665   Hacking the blue planet: The scientific and social dimensions of ocean fertilization
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course explores the biology, ecology, biogeochemistry and ethical and legal dimensions of purposeful ocean fertilization. Through lectures, discussion, case studies, and group projects, students consider the biological and oceanographic basis of ocean fertilization and its use as a 1) scientific tool and 2) controversial geoengineering strategy for climate change mitigation.
FORMAT:

• Lecture
• Discussion

PREREQUISITES: One of the BIOL 3101.03, OCEA 2000X/Y.06, ERTH 3601.03, BIOL 3060.03 or instructor's permission
CROSS-LISTING: OCEA 4665.03
EXCLUSIONS: BIOL 5665.03, OCEA 5665.03