GEOL A301 - Oceanography

Institution:

University of South Carolina-Aiken

Subject:

Geological Sciences

Description:

(Prereq: Grade of C or better in GEOL A101 or A103) An integrated overview of the geology, chemistry, physics, and biology of the world's oceans. Topics include the evolution of the ocean basins, physical and chemical properties of seawater, ocean circulation, waves, and coastal processes, and the ocean's major biological communities. Issues of current interest (e.g. climate change; coral bleaching; invasive species; ocean acidification) are presented throughout the course. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. Required field trips.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

web.usca.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 648-6851

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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