BIOSM 1640 Introduction to the Biology of Sharks, Skates, and Rays

Course description

Our main objective is to discover the current state of knowledge of elasmobranch (shark, skate & ray) biology and explore areas for future research and conservation initiatives. This includes separating fact from fiction, analyzing various types of media including peer reviewed scientific literature, and exploring experimental methods in both laboratory and field settings for studying sharks, rays, and other marine life.

Outcome 1: Demonstrate knowledge of elasmobranch (shark, skate & ray) biology.

Outcome 2: Identify future research questions for elasmobranchs.

Outcome 3: Identify appropriate elasmobranch conservation initiatives.

Offered in Maine at Shoals Marine Laboratory on Appledore Island.

Summer 2025:

Section ID:	BIOSM 1640 801-FLD
Number:	1313
Program:	Marine Science - Shoals Marine Laboratory
Session:	Extra-session
Class dates:	July 28-August 4, 2025
Mode of instruction:	In person
Days / times:	MTWRFSU 8 AM - 8 PM
Location:	TBA
Final exam/project due:	Monday August 04, 8 AM - 8 PM (see Final exams)
Credit:	2
Grade:	Student option
Instructor:	TBA
Max. enroll:	18
Restrictions:	Intended for high school students only.
Notes:	This class is only open to students who have applied for the Shoals Marine Lab program.
To enroll:	This class requires an application or instructor consent to enroll.

Summer 2025:

Section ID:	BIOSM 1640 802-FLD
Number:	1314
Program:	Marine Science - Shoals Marine Laboratory
Session:	Extra-session
Class dates:	August 4-11, 2025
Mode of instruction:	In person
Days / times:	MTWRFSU 8 AM - 8 PM
Location:	TBA
Final exam/project due:	Monday August 11, 8 AM - 8 PM (see Final exams)
Credit:	2
Grade:	Student option
Instructor:	TBA
Max. enroll:	18
Restrictions:	Intended for high school students only.
To enroll:	This class requires an application or instructor consent to enroll.