OCEN-1010-342: This course is a study of the marine environment describing principles of physical, chemical, biological and geological oceanography. topics include the origin of oceans; the composition and history of seawater; oceanic currents, tides, waves and beaches; the sea floor; plant and animal life in the sea; oceanic resources and food; and marine pollution. Note: Completion of both OCEN 1010 and OCEN 1030 will satisfy one laboratory science requirement in the liberal arts and general studies programs. Lecture: 3 hours