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OCEA& 101: Introduction to Oceanography w/ Lab

5 Cr
Quarters: W
This course integrates geology, chemistry, physics, and biology to understand our oceans. An emphasis will be placed on the geology of the seafloor, ocean productivity, chemistry of sea-water, tidal and wave dynamics, ocean circulation, and marine ecosysystems.  
 
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101  and eligibility for MATH 095  + MATH 005 .  
Distribution for DTA: Natural Science - Lab