ESCI 501 (05) - Introduction to Oceanography

Introduction to Oceanography

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences::Earth Sciences
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 
Term:  Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
CRN:  56657
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
Special Fees: $35.00
Introduces students to the four oceanographic disciplines: the geology of the ocean basins, including the creation of oceans and continents. The physics of the seas, including the origin of the ocean currents and their effect on the Earth's climate. The chemistry of the ocean waters, including how the distribution of elements reflects circulation and biology. The life in the ocean, including animals, plants and microbes, and humanity's influence on them. Lab.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed majors in section: EARTH SCI (BS):: Earth Sciences||EARTH SCIENCES:: Earth Sciences||ENSCI:GEOSYSTM:: Environmental Science: Geosystems||ENSCI:HYDROL:: Environmental Science: Hydrology||OCEAN ENGR:: Ocean Engineering
Attributes:  Physical Science(Discovery), Inquiry (Discovery), Discovery Lab Course
Instructors:  Rosemarie Came

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
1/23/2024 5/6/2024 M 1:10pm - 3:30pm JAMS 244
1/23/2024 5/6/2024 TR 8:10am - 9:30am JAMS G46
Final Exam5/9/2024 5/9/2024 R 8:00am - 10:00am JAMS G46