OCE 101 - Introduction to Oceanography

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Asnuntuck

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Description:

An introduction to ocean science, designed to familiarize students with basic oceanographic principles and current issues concerning humans' relation with the ocean. Topics include: physical characteristics of the ocean (light, salinity, density, temperature), waves, tides and currents; the ocean floor; ocean zones; types and classification of marine life; effects of the environment on marine life, marine ecology; marine resources (biological and physical); ocean pollution and its effects on marine life; marine law; and nautical charts. (Formerly ECOL 110.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.acc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 253-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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