GEOL 4407 - Oceanography

4 hrs

A study of ocean currents, waves, chemistry, beaches and seafloor, and life in the oceans with applications on how these life forms are used to trace currents, temperatures, and origins of the water. May be used in meeting biology major requirements. Field trips may be included as one of the instructional tools. Note: GEOL 1301, 1304, 3302, 3304, 3305, 3309 and 4307 may be taught at external campuses as three-hour courses without labs and without lab fees. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1401 or BIOL 1401 or school approval. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. Course Fee: $90.00. Others may apply for field costs. Also see: BIOL 4407