2005/2006 Catalog
University of West Florida
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Table of Contents
Welcome
Telephone Directory
Academic Calendars
     
Year 2005/2006
     
Fall Semester 2005
     Spring Semester 2006
     Summer Semester 2006

University Mission
Accreditations
Degrees, Areas of Specialization,
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Admissions
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Financial Assistance
Student Activities
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Tuition and Fees
Military and Veterans Information
Registration and Records
Academic Policies
Graduation and General Degree
Requirements

Public Service and Research Centers
College Mission Statements
Undergraduate Degree Programs
Master's Degree Programs
Specialist Degree Programs
Doctoral Degree Programs
Course Numbering System
Course Listings and Descriptions
Administration
Faculty
Index
Course Listings/Descriptions

OCE-GENERAL OCEANOGRAPHY

OCE 3001        Oceanography . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Prerequisite: BOT 2010, ZOO 1010, CHM 2045, CHM 2046, MAC 1105, and PHY 2053
Intermediate discussion of marine environments from a multi-disciplinary approach. Includes the major chemical, geological, and physical characteristics and processes of the oceans and the way they influence the biological components found in different types of ecosystems

OCE 4002        Geological Oceanography . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Prerequisite: GLY 2010, GLY 2010L or GEO 1200, GEO 1200L or BSC 2311, BSC 2311L
The study of the morphology, formation, and evolution of ocean basins; of the sediments in coastal, shelf, and pelagic environments; and biogeochemical cycling. Includes paleoceanography and the sedimentary history of the ocean basins

OCE 4008    Global Climate Change: Oceanic/Atmospheric Interactions . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Prerequisite: BSC 2311, BSC 2311L, GEO 3250, GEO 3250L
The role of the world ocean on climate in the present, past, and future. Causes and effects (like sea level change) of natural climate variability on time scales of millions to a few years. Interaction of ocean and atmosphere (greenhouse gases, currents, and wind). Discussions of impact of human activity and of future climate scenarios

OCE 4265        Remote Sensing of Oceans . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Prerequisite: EVR 4023
Provides a foundation in cartographic and remote sensing principles, and practical experience with remote sensing applications as they relate to the world’s oceans. It examines basic concepts of electromagnetic radiation and its interaction with earth. Remotely sensed images from sensors such as SeaWiFS, AVHRR, and Topex/Poseidon will be discussed. Exercises will cover ocean color, sea surface temperature altimetry, and sea ice