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: | Register now |
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: | Register now |