Physical Oceanography

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Course Information

Subject code

MARS

Subject Code Description

Marine Science

Course Number

4080

Catalog Title

Physical Oceanography

Course Description

Basic physical and mathematical principles applied to ocean dynamics. Topics include: properties of seawater, physical laws and classification of forces, the equation of motion, turbulence, geostrophic flow, wind-driven circulation, thermohaline circulation, waves, and tides.

Credit Hours Min

3

Restricted to the following student level(s)

UG - Undergraduate

Repeat Status

N - Course May Not Be Repeated