PSCI 1500 - Introduction to Ocean Studies

Institution:

Lakeland Community College

Subject:

Physical Science

Description:

This introductory course examines the world's oceans from an earth system perspective. Students will be involved in a laboratory of real-world ocean information such as ocean profiler data and land-satellite images. This course covers the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the ocean as well as interactions between the hydrosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. This lab course is offered in association with the American Meteorological Society and provides a strong transferability component. (4 contact hours: 2 lecture, 2 lab)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lakelandcc.edu

Phone Number:

(440) 525-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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