OCE-GENERAL OCEANOGRAPHY
 

OCE 3001         Oceanography            3

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 4008         Global Climate Change: Oceanic/Atmospheric Interactions    3

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

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.