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B.S. DEGREES Marine *Dual Degrees with Small Vessel Operations PROGRAMS OVERVIEW *Dual Degree Options Tropical Field Study Ocean Studies offers two majors leading to The Corning School’s tropical marine science The Corning School of Ocean Studies at a dual degree in Ocean Science and Small class is a field-based course that explores fish Maine Maritime Academy will engage your Vessel Operations. behavior and biodiversity, coral biology, interest in science while building skills you mangrove habitat surveys, jellyfish produc- will need for an ocean-related career. Our Marine Biology & Small Vessel Operations tivity, and turtle grass bed communities. broad-based approach allows you career Dual Degree or Marine Science & Small Vessel Students develop skills in field work, exper- flexibility as you work toward a Bachelor of Operations Dual Degree: Each dual major imental design and analysis, and scientific Science degree. enables students to complete all of the re- quirements for the Bachelor of Science degree writing as they work both as student groups, Marine Biology in Marine Biology or Marine Science and and individually, to conduct research in the requirements for an Associate in Science the tropical marine environment. Previous The Marine Biology major focuses on the bio- locations visited include several sites in the logical component of Ocean Studies. This ma- degree in Small Vessel Operations, as well as a USCG license as mate of vessels not more Bahamas, Belize, and Tobago. Students earn jor provides instruction in essential biology departmental elective credit for the course. (biology, ecology, physiology, cell biology and than 200 gross tons, Near Coastal (200 miles genetics) and more specialized topics relevant offshore). Either program may be completed to the study of marine organisms. Graduates in 5 years and is designed for students who LETTERS FROM GRADUATES find employment in a diversity of fields in- plan to work in the marine biology or marine “I’m convinced that the strong points of cluding fisheries, , environmental science field and may need the capability to my undergraduate experience were the management, consulting, public education, or operate small vessels. well-rounded education, technical hands-on pursue graduate education. experience, and the availability of practical Marine Science Maine Maritime offers a variety of diving sea time. That’s what made us competitive in the job market.” — Jeremy W. The Marine Science major prepares students courses including basic and advanced scuba, in the field of marine science, with an empha- and an Ocean Studies capstone “The marine biology program at MMA not sis on problem solving and decision making AAUS Scientific Diving certification course. only paved the way for my career, but also in an ocean setting. The curriculum encom- The Scientific diving course is designed to ac- provided me with unique opportunities and passes the study of chemistry, biology, phys- quaint certified recreational divers with mul- experiences I wouldn’t have found at other ics, , writing and communications, tiple and practical scientific diving techniques schools, as well as lifelong friends with stu- computer science, mathematics, humanities, and to qualify them to undergo scientific dents and teachers alike.” — Amy S. and social . Graduates find employ- diving under the auspices of MMA. Students “I chose MMA because I didn’t want to be ment in the various fields of ocean sciences possessing an AAUS Scientific Diver Certi- ‘just a number’, another face in a classroom. (resource management, aquaculture, research, fication have the opportunity to work with I wanted my professors to know my name – environmental protection, science educa- other research institutions around the world, and they still do.” — Colleen P. tion, or ) or pursue graduate conducting scientific explorations in varied education. aquatic environments. topics under investigation include shark biology, ecology, effects of change on , and underwater .

[email protected] | 800-464-6565 | MAINEMARITIME.EDU CORNING SCHOOL CAREER CHOICES WHY MAINE MARITIME RESEARCH Professional careers in marine biology and ACADEMY? marine science encompass a wide variety of jobs. Some of the careers Ocean Studies Compare Maine Maritime Academy to other alumni are currently employed in include: marine science colleges and see what sets us apart from the rest: • Laboratory Manager • Hands-on approach to the marine sciences • Fishery Biologist • Unparalleled water access and oceanfront • Research Assistant location • Hydrographic Technician • Advanced research equipment • Environmental Consultant • Friendship • High School Science Teacher • Individual research opportunities • NOAA Corps Officer • Navigation and seamanship training In addition to assisting faculty with ongoing • Naturalist • SCUBA certification available, including research projects, all Corning School students • Aquaculture Technician AAUS Scientific develop and conduct an independent senior • Congressional Staff • Modern wet labs with running research capstone project. Some student system research topics include: • Medical Technologist • Small classes and lab sessions • Effects of guided nature walks on the • Aquarist • At-sea experience, research cruises nesting behavior and hatching success of • Marine Technician loggerhead turtles (Caretta caretta) • Tropical Marine Science field experience • Environmental Educator • Do variable quantitative food resources option affect appendage regeneration of the brittle • Strong academic reputation star (Ophiopholus aculeata)? • Internship opportunities • The effect of synthetic estrogren on the • Professional job placement center gonadosomatic index of male and female mummichogs (Fundulus heteroclitus) • Small, safe campus setting • Does the bushy-backed sea slug (Dendro- • Regiment or independent lifestyle options notus frondosus) contain chemical defenses • Reasonable annual costs against predation by the crab (Carcinus maenas)? • NROTC opportunities • Evaluating feeding preferences of Elysia chlorotica: Is Vaucheria litorea the preferred alga? ALUMNI ADVANTAGE • The effects of protein level on growth rates of the common mummichog, Fundulus The Loeb-Sullivan School of International heteroclitus Business & Logistics offers a special graduate school incentive option for all MMA alumni • The difference in profiles of beaches as a regardless of their undergraduate major. The function of grain size and slope in Maine On Campus Masters of Science degree in • Looking below the surface at Narragansett Global Logistics & Maritime Management is Bay phytoplankton community offered as an accelerated 10-month full-time rates program while the Online Masters of Science • The effect of ultraviolet radiation on the degree in International Logistics Manage- LEARN MORE growth rates of New England macroalgal ment is accessible anytime, anywhere in the species in Castine harbor world in a part-time format – perfect for the Visit mainemaritime.edu for helpful informa- working professional. The Alumni Advantage tion on all aspects of Maine Maritime Acad- • Characterization of current flow in program offers all MMA alumni preferential emy academics, student life and admissions. northern Penobscot Bay on either side of tuition rates substantially lower than the Admissions counselors are always available to Islesboro normal graduate tuition rate. speak with you — simply give us a call. Our online catalog is regularly updated and should be referred to for complete programming.

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