2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

CHEM 458 - Chemical Oceanography

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable


The world’s oceans, including a variety of closed basins and estuaries, comprise a complex and dynamic system of chemical processes that interact with biological, geological, physical, and atmospheric processes to play a significant role in defining the earth’s fragile environment. This course will present an overview of the origin, occurrence, and distribution of the chemical components in sea water and an introduction to the basic principles of the chemical processes taking place in the marine environment.

Designated a Green Leaf Course .

Equivalent to GEOL 458.

Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 211 and CHEM 212, CHEM 321 or GEOL 309. Prerequisite enforced by registration system.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0