OCEN 1040 - Introduction to Oceanography (Formerly OCEN 1010 and 1030)
(4 Credits)
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. The lab component of the course includes exercises that explore the content of the lecture in more detail through data and specimen analysis.
Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 2 hours
Course completes the following requirements:
Critical Thinking
Quantitative Literacy
Lab Science Requirement
Mathematics and Science
URI/RIC Transfer General Education Transfer Opportunity: Yes
