专业科学硕士-热带海洋生态系统管理

热带海洋生态系统管理专业科学硕士学位课程为学生提供有关热带海洋生态学的理论方面以及开始该领域职业所需的实践方面的高级培训。该理论着重于全世界热带和亚热带地区（珊瑚礁，海草和红树林）共有的近岸底栖生态系统，并强调了这些生态系统面临的威胁。该课程的实践内容包括野外方法和技术，常见脊椎动物，无脊椎动物，藻类和海洋植物的分类学和识别，浅海海洋环境的GIS和遥感，科学潜水（通过美国水下科学研究院）和小船处理（通过内政部的摩托艇操作员认证课程）。这个学位是为许多州和联邦机构，机构和非政府组织之一的海洋保护和管理以及海
The Master of Professional Science (MPS) degree prepares students for science careers in industry, government, and non-profit organizations, where employment demands are growing. MPS degrees were developed and implemented nationally in response to employer demands for well-rounded, highly trained employees with a breadth of knowledge and practical skills to address emerging environmental issues and improve the management of natural and cultural resources. The curriculum is structured to allow students to complete their degree in as little as 12 months (for select tracks), with the training and real-world experience necessary to prepare them for careers in today's professional science job market<br><br>.The Master of Professional Science Degree in Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management provides students with advanced training in the theoretical aspects of tropical marine ecology, as well as the practical aspects needed to begin a career in this field. Theory focuses on nearshore, benthic ecosystems common to tropical and subtropical regions worldwide (coral reefs, seagrasses, and mangroves) and emphasizes threats facing these ecosystems. Practical aspects of the course include field methods and techniques, taxonomy and identification of common vertebrates, invertebrates, algae and marine plants, GIS and remote sensing of shallow water marine environments, scientific diving (through the American Academy of Underwater Sciences), and small boat handling (through the Department of the Interior's Motorboat Operator Certification Course). This degree is excellent preparation for technical positions in marine conservation and management and marine ecosystem science at one of a number of state and federal agencies, institutions, and NGOs.