Survey the physical, chemical, meteorological, biological, and geological aspects of the oceans. Topics include waves, currents, tides and the chemistry of seawater, ecosystems and life in oceans and estuaries, plate tectonics, and marine sediments. Discuss environmental trends and problems. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 101/ENG 101A. Note: This course does not satisfy the curricular requirements for a laboratory science course. Also offered as PHS 109H . Credit is not given for both PHS 109 and PHS 109H.
Term: Summer 2026
Course Type: Credit - 3 Credits
Section: 020
Ways to take the class: Face-to-face
Days: TWTH
Time: 3:30PM to 5:10PM
Start Date: 06/23/2026
End Date: 08/16/2026
Location: Arnold Campus
Room: CRSC 155
Building:
Careers Center
Instructor: TBA (Subject to change)
Class Size: 24
General Education Requirement: Science