Introduction to Marine Option Program

Catalog description

Designed for students intending on earning a Marine Option Program certificate. Provides an overview of Hawai‘i and Pacific ocean issues and organizations involved with marine activities, management, educa- tion, research and business. It will provide exploration of opportunities for internships, research projects, study and careers. Proposal writing, project implementation, and report preparation guidelines. The curricu- lum is based on best practices established by discussions among Ocn 101 instructors within the UH system. Topic areas may include status of marine science in Hawai‘i, how to access data sources relevant to marine science, strategies for locating and qualifying for internship and scholarship opportunities, MOP history and organization, and MOP project proposal.