OCEA 101 - The Oceans

    Recent Professors
    Jacob Noah Yates, Sasha Carter, Robert Rector, Carolyn Gomes, Regina Bochicchio
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    40–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of OCEA 101
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course is a study of the major features and processes of the world's oceans. Topics include the origin and history of ocean basins; atmospheric and ocean circulation; and the dynamics of waves, tides, and coastlines. Students explore the oceans as a resource for people and analyze and evaluate human impacts on marine environments. This course is intended for all students interested in the world's oceans.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:30pm