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ERSC 141 - Introduction to Oceanography

3 Credit(s).

Is a course that introduces the physical, chemical, biological, and geological properties of the oceans and the methods of oceanographic research. Students explore dynamic processes shaping and affecting the Earth, its atmosphere, and its oceans with respect to marine ecosystems. For students needing a lab course, ERSC 142 /GEOG 142 : Introduction to Oceanography Laboratory serves as the accompanying lab. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Same As: GEOG 141 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
Prerequisite(s): ACLT 053  or (ESOL 052  and ESOL 054 ) and MATH 082  
Corequisite(s): ENGL 101  
General Education: Biological and Physical Sciences (B)
Common Course Outline: ERSC 141 CCO  


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