OCEN 10 - General Oceanography

Institution:

Foothill College

Subject:

Description:

A review of modern concepts in marine geology and physical oceanography that describe the oceans as a unique environment of critical importance to human well-being. Emphasis is on specific topics: sedimentary and structural framework of the ocean margins and deep basins, theory of plate tectonics, water mass formation, wind-driven ocean currents, surface water waves and beaches, and tides. A discussion of shipboard instrumentation and undersea vehicles is included. One Saturday field trip is required. Three hours lecture, one hour field trip. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 08/30/2008 

Institution Website:

www.foothill.edu

Phone Number:

(650) 949-7777

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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