NS 1205 Introduction to Oceanography
Oceans cover seventy percent of the Earth's surface, regulating our climate and maintaining our atmosphere. This course is designed to provide an introduction to Oceanography by highlighting several components of the marine environment. Topics include: extent of the oceans, waves, currents, and tides, plant and animal life of the sea, the nature and topography of the oceans, and the relationship between oceans and weather and climate. There will be a strong emphasis on understanding the basic ocean processes.
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This course is no longer offered.