AQUA 180 Oceanography

3 CR

An introduction to the principles of oceanography, with an overview of the physical, geological, chemical, and biological components of marine environments. This course will cover plate tectonics, circulation and currents, weather events, and coastal and pelagic ecosystems. Students will also learn about issues affecting the Pacific Ocean, such as polar ice cap melting, offshore drilling, and ocean acidification.
Prerequisite(s): AQUA 140, AQUA 150, AQUA 160, and AQUA 165, all with a C- or higher, and AMATH 111 with a C or higher, or Instructor permission.