Marine Science
Program Statement
This program is designed to prepare students as technicians and scientists working in various areas of the marine industry and marine research. Participants gain an understanding of aquatic life, ocean science, marine and environmental technologies, and have the opportunity to select specialized courses in the areas of at-sea monitoring/fisheries technology, marine science transfer, oceanographic instrumentation/remotely operated vehicle (ROV) technology, renewable energy and water quality.
Program Information
- Choose electives to specialize if desired.
- Some elective courses in this program are only available in the evening and/or at satellite locations.
- Many marine industry and research careers require good physical health and the ability to swim. Students with issues in this area should discuss them with the program director before enrollment.
After Bristol
- Graduates can work as technicians in a variety of marine trades professions, such as fisheries observers, oceanography and hydrographic survey technicians, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) technicians or water quality professionals.
- If you plan to transfer to a four-year institution, speak with your Advisor and visit Transfer Affairs.
Degree Requirements
General Courses
Course #
Title
Credits
HST 113 or HST 114
+
3
Sub-Total Credits
9-10
Elective Courses
Course #
Title
Credits
Human Expression Elective
+
3
Multicultural and Social Perspectives Elective
+
3
Sub-Total Credits
6
Program Courses
Course #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
Program Electives
Course #
Title
Credits
Marine Science Technical Electives
+
12
-
16
Two-course Math Sequence
+
7
-
8
Sub-Total Credits
19-24
Science Courses
Course #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
30
Total credits:
70-76
Course Sequencing
Recommended Course Sequence - Semester 1
Item #
Title
Credits
MTH 152, MTH 172 or MTH 214
+
7
-
8
Sub-Total Credits
20-21
Recommended Course Sequence - Semester 2
Item #
Title
Credits
MTH 172, MTH 214 or MTH 215
+
4
Program Elective
+
3
Multicultural and Social Perspectives Elective
+
3
Sub-Total Credits
17
Recommended Course Sequence - Summer
Summer courses will reduce fall and spring semester course loads.
Recommended Course Sequence - Semester 3
Item #
Title
Credits
Program Elective
+
3
HST 113 or HST 114
+
3
Human Expression Elective
+
3
Sub-Total Credits
16
Recommended Course Sequence - Semester 4
Item #
Title
Credits
Program Elective
+
3
Sub-Total Credits
15