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OCEA 80ALife in the Sea

5 creditsGE SIUndergraduateStudent Option

The ecology of plants and animals in oceans and coastal areas. Consideration of life in various marine habitats, including the open ocean, rocky shores, estuaries, and the sea. Includes field trips. High school biology and chemistry courses are recommended prior to taking this course.

  • Enroll in lecture and associated secondary lab.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am
J Baskin Engr 152A. S. FriedlaenderOpen 87/144

Spring 2026Open Spring 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am
ClassroomUnit 001A. S. FriedlaenderOpen 138/144

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am
J Baskin Engr 152A. S. FriedlaenderOpen 143/144

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Ari Friedlaender4.9 / 51.7 / 594%15

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