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