Durham
Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences
ESCI 501 (05R) - Introduction to Oceanography
Introduction to Oceanography
Course Delivery Method: Scheduled meeting time, Remote Section, Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2021 - Full Term (02/01/2021 - 05/11/2021)
Term: Spring 2021 - Full Term (02/01/2021 - 05/11/2021)
Class Size:
2
CRN: 56528
CRN: 56528
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. Special fee. Lab.
See instructor for permission then sign up in the dept office before registering through WEBCAT.
Only listed majors in section: EARTH SCI (BS), EARTH SCI TEACH, EARTH SCIENCES, EARTHSCI OCEAN, ENSCI:GEOSYSTM, ENSCI:HYDROL, GEOLOGY (BS), OCEAN ENGR
Attributes: Physical Science(Discovery), Inquiry (Discovery), Discovery Lab Course
Instructors: James Pringle
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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2/1/2021 | 5/11/2021 | MWF | 10:10am - 11:00am | ONLINE |
2/1/2021 | 5/11/2021 | M | 1:10pm - 3:30pm | ONLINE |