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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SMS 110 - Concepts in Oceanography


Basic concepts in physical, geological, chemical and biological oceanography will be discussed. Also includes an introduction to the relationship between the ocean and the atmosphere. Ends with a discussion of global change issues. Practical applications of basic scientific principles will be emphasized. May not be used for credit in the Marine Science major. (Offered at the Frederick Hutchinson Center, Belfast through the Continuing Education Division.) Course may have field trips during class times.

General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Applications of Scientific Knowledge requirement when taken without SMS 111.  Together with SMS 111, this course satisfies the General Education Lab in the Basic or Applied Sciences requirement.

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credits: 3