MSL F419 - Cncpts in Phys Oceanography

Institution:

UAF Community and Technical College - Fairbanks

Subject:

Marine Science & Limnology

Description:

This course establishes the physical concepts that account for fluid motion of the oceans on our rotating earth. This course will include the role of the Coriolis force, ocean stratification, wind driven and thermohaline circulation, tides and the major ocean gyres and why they are present. The physical forces that influence biological production will be presented. These foundation concepts will be part of a well-rounded undergraduate program in marine science or establish the foundation for graduate students. Prerequisites: MATH F251X or PHYS F211X. Offered Fall Even-numbered Years

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

MATH F200X UF C- OR MATH F251X UF C- OR MATH F201X UF C- OR MATH F252X UF C- OR MATH F202X UF C- OR MATH F253X UF C- OR PHYS F211X UF C- OR PHYS F212X UF C- OR PHYS F213X UF C-

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ctc.uaf.edu

Phone Number:

(907) 455-2800

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