GS 108 Oceanography
An introductory laboratory science course. Examines the four major categories of oceanographic study: geological, physical, chemical and biological. Emphasizes the geological and geophysical aspects of the sea floor; physical and chemical properties of sea water, waves, tides, ocean circulation and currents; marine ecosystems; and ocean utilization.
Prerequisite
MTH 075 or
MTH 098 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AS Physical Science, AGS Math/Science, AS Physical Science, AAOT Science/Math Lab Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe geological characteristics of the seafloor and how they relate to tectonic processes. Identify common marine sediments and use them to interpret past or present marine conditions. Describe how the ocean impacts the atmosphere and how the atmosphere impacts the ocean, using specific examples. Evaluate interactions between humans and ocean systems, including anthropogenic climate change, hurricanes, and tsunami. Explain how water properties, such as temperature, salinity, and density, impact ocean circulation. Describe and apply the process of scientific inquiry.