Introduction to Oceanography
Course #: ENVSCI 226, Class #: 3637, Section #: 01
Description
The world ocean covers approximately 71% of the Earth surface and 99% of its livable volume. This course explains how the ocean works starting from the histories of ocean explorations and early scientific knowledge rot ocean formation, currents and waves, effect of Earth's rotation, coastal and estuarine systems, marine habitats, nutrient-carbon cycle, human impacts and the role of oceans in climate change.
Prerequisites
ENVSCI 120, 121 and 122 or permission of instructor.
Course Details
Date / Time
1/25/27 - 5/12/27
TuTh 11a.m. – 12:15p.m.
Location
McCormack M01-0213
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/25/2027 - 5/12/2027
Location
McCormack M01-0213
General Ed Requirements
Natural Sciences
Enrolled / Capacity
0 / 28
Status
Open