OCEN 1010-342_This course is a study of the marine environment. It focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of oceanography by exploring the principles of geological, physical, chemical, and biological oceanography. Topics include the origin of oceans; the composition and history of seawater; oceanic currents, tides, and waves; coastlines and coastal processes; the sea floor; plant and animal life; oceanic resources; marine pollution; and the causes and consequences of climate change as related to the oceanic environment. Note: Completion of both OCEN 1010 and OCEN 1030 satisfy one laboratory science requirement in the liberal arts and general studies programs.
