OCEA 112 - Introduction to Oceanography

    Recent Professors
    S. Carter, M. Yasuda, A. Teachout, G. Jacobson
    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
    Description
    A physical science course which examines major aspects of the marine environment. Topics include origin of the oceans, plate tectonics, sea floor features, properties of sea water, ocean climate, currents, waves, tides, coastal landforms, marine ecology, pollution and resources. The development of the field of oceanography and the present and future importance of the oceans are also discussed. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-5, CSU-B1, IGETC-5A, Cal-GETC-5A)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:30am–10:50am, Mon Wed 8:00am–9:20am