SCI118
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Physical Oceanography
School of Arts and Sciences
Course Subject Code
SCI
Course Number
118
Course Description
This course will provide an introduction to the physical sciences in the context of physical oceanography along with the basic concepts of physics and chemistry including properties of water, ocean currents, heat budget, nutrient cycling, ocean-atmosphere interaction, El Niῆo-Southern Oscillation, oceanic waves, and tidal cycles. Lab time is included in the schedule along with field trips during lab time and up to two (2) weekend field trips. This course fulfills Q&I general education. Lab fee: $100. Offered alternate years (odd years, fall semester).