OCEANO 001 - Introduction to Oceanography

    Recent Professors
    LAVC STAFF
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of OCEANO 001
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course provides an introduction to the geological, chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of the ocean. Topics covered include seafloor topography, waves, currents, the global ocean/atmosphere system, estuaries and wetlands, ocean resources, pollution, and the marine ecosystems. A field trip is offered for this course.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:20am–12:45pm