MAR 360 Introduction to Oceanography

A general introduction to the physics, chemistry, geology, and biology of the ocean. This course serves to introduce the student to the interrelationships between physical, geological, chemical, and biological processes in the ocean. Field trips in Mobile Bay and near-coastal Gulf of Mexico serve to introduce students to research techniques and oceanographic processes in the region. Prerequisite(s): BIO 211, BIO 212;

CH 211

CH 212

; PH 201,

MAR 340

. Credit, four hours.