OCEAN 101 Elements of Oceanography

Study of the basic principles of oceanography, including the structure of the Earth and sea floor, the physics and chemistry of the ocean, atmospheric and ocean circulation, waves, currents, tides, marine plants and animals, ecosystems, and environmental concerns. This class has a required field trip. *OCEAN 100, OCEAN 101, and OCEAN 101H, maximum UC credit one course.

Units: 3.00

Offered: (Fa,Sp,Sm)

UC*, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable

Prerequisites: None

Lecture: Minimum 48 hours per semester