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PHS-109 General Oceanography

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: Spring 2024

Course Type: Credit - 3 Credits

Section: 001 (Closed)

Ways to take the class: Face-to-face

Days: MW

Time: 2:00PM to 3:15PM

Start Date: 01/22/2024

End Date: 05/19/2024

Location: Arnold Campus

Room: DRGN 119 Building:
Henry L Dragun Science

Instructor: Damacene V Ferandez (Subject to change)

Class Size: 25

General Education Requirement: Science

Section Info: Note: This section is participating in the Direct Digital Access program. A course materials fee of $78.00 plus tax will be charged to your student account when you register. Your course materials will be accessible in Canvas on or before the first day of class. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/AACC-DDA.