Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size35–40 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionThis course is a broad survey of the field of oceanography. Topics include geology and geography of the ocean basins and coastlines, plate tectonics, waves, currents, tides, properties of seawater, methods of oceanographic exploration, and an introduction to ocean life.Usually HeldMon Wed 5:30pm–6:45pm, Mon Wed 5:30pm–6:50pm, Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:15pm