From Indiana wetlands to coral reefs in the Florida Keys, you’ll build the knowledge and skills to tackle today’s most pressing environmental challenges.
Courses
BIOL 232 Oceanography
Credit Hours
3.00
Degree Level
Undergrad
An introduction to the physical, chemical, biological, and geological processes that structure ocean systems. Topics include biogeochemical cycling, ocean currents, global tectonics, waves, tides, coastal processes, primary productivity, and climate-ocean feedback systems. Attention will be given to understanding how human communities interact with oceans. Offered in a hybrid fashion spring of even years.