Oceanography

Catalog description

This course is a survey of oceanography and related sciences. This course will explore the physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes operating in the marine environment. The dynamic processes that affect the ocean water, sea floor, and abundant life forms will be studied as will the methods and techniques scientists use to investigate the ocean. Discussion topics include, but are not limited to, the origin of ocean basins, properties of sea water, wind circulation, waves and tides, coastal and ocean habitats, ocean resources, and human presence in the ocean and related environmental challenges. It is recommended but not required that students take this course in sequence with Meteorology ( GEOL 1447 ).