Course Description
The course on Marine and Coastal Ecosystems of the Colombian Caribbean is aimed at the development of skills focused on the design, development of public policies for the preservation and conservation of the sea, coasts and natural resources that allow the construction of a sustainable country. Through this course, the student will learn about the ecology of tropical coastal ecosystems in terms of their composition
biological, structure and function, which will allow you to visualize its importance for the maintenance of the natural populations of many species of fauna and flora, which constitute the support of many human activities, as well as for the conservation of coastal areas through the many environmental services they provide.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Learn about the composition, structure and function of tropical marine ecosystems with emphasis on those present in the Colombian Caribbean.
- Ensure the sustainable management of coastal areas.
- Analyze the main threat and risk factors on tropical marine ecosystems associated with climate change and human activities, and learn about some management possibilities for their conservation.
Contact information:
International Relations Office – PBX: (57) 6517013 Ext 3410 – 3411
chiefinternational@
Avenida al Bosque Transversal 54 N° 30 – 453 – Santillana Headquarters – Cartagena de Indias, D. T y C – Bolívar, Colombia.