Oceanography Courses & Descriptions
The course designation for this program changed from OCEAN to OCEA summer 2008.
2011-2012
OCEA& 101 Introduction to Oceanography w/ Lab • 6 CR
Introduces physical and chemical oceanography, marine biology, and plate tectonics. Students also discuss environmental issues. Format includes lab work and/or field studies. Fulfills laboratory science course requirement at BC.
OCEA 110 Environmental Oceanography • 5 CR
Provides an overview of ocean environmental issues, including the potential impacts of overfishing, undersea mining, habitat loss, pollution, coastal development, and global climate change. Examined in the context of the innate relationship between humans and the sea. Same as ENVS 110. Either OCEA 110 or ENVS 110 may be taken for credit, not both.
2010-2011
OCEA& 101 Introduction to Oceanography w/ Lab • 6 CR
Introduces physical and chemical oceanography, marine biology, and plate tectonics. Students also discuss environmental issues. Format includes lab work and/or field studies. Fulfills laboratory science course requirement at BC.
OCEA 110 Environmental Oceanography • 5 CR
Provides an overview of ocean environmental issues, including the potential impacts of overfishing, undersea mining, habitat loss, pollution, coastal development, and global climate change. Examined in the context of the innate relationship between humans and the sea. Same as ENVS 110. Either OCEA 110 or ENVS 110 may be taken for credit, not both.
& = Common Course Indicator
