Course Description

An orientation to marine science research process, techniques, equipment, institutions, and training/education centers. Investigations of physical and chemical properties of the sea, conditions of the air/sea/land interface, review of biological taxonomy and classification, study of longitude, latitude, ocean basin geography, and geology. Evaluation of the sea as a physical, chemical, biological, and recreational resource. Analysis of human efforts to control pollution, manage fisheries, and monitor the ocean world. Includes at least 3 class field trips. Enrollment Limitation: MRSC A100L; students who complete MRSC A100M may not enroll in or receive credit for MRSC A100M.