OCEA 112 - Introduction to Oceanography

    Recent Professors
    K. Choumiline
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    32–50 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of OCEA 112
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    Physical science course which examines major aspects of the marine environment. Topics include the origin of the oceans, plate tectonics, seafloor features, seawater properties, ocean climate, currents, waves, tides, coastal landforms, marine ecology, pollution, and resources. The history and development of oceanography and the present and future importance of the oceans are also discussed. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, Cal-GETC-5A)
    Usually Held
    Mon 11:00am–2:05pm, Mon 9:30am–12:35pm