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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): ACCUPLACER Classic Arithmetic score of (75) or higher OR ACCUPLACER NextGen Arithmetic (254) or higher OR MATH 090 with a C or higher, and ACCUPLACER Classic Sentence Skills score of (71) or higher OR ACCUPLACER NextGen Writing (245) or higher or ENGL 092 with a C or higher,

and ACCUPLACER Classic Reading Comprehension score of (71) or higher OR ACCUPLACER NextGen Reading (247) or higher OR or RDG 085 with a C or higher OR Instructor permission.

 

 
Completion Of or Concurrent Enrollment In: AQUA 100 with a C- or higher or concurrent enrollment in AQUA 100 or Instructor permission.



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