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2016-2017 University Catalog

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CLIM 412 - Physical Oceanography

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by Atmospheric, Oceanic and Earth Sciences

Reviews global patterns of temperature, salinity, currents and waves in the world’s oceans and how these patterns influence marine biota, climate, and human activity. Introduces key concepts which explain physical features of the ocean ranging from microscopic turbulence to global circulation.

Designated a Green Leaf Course .

Equivalent to GEOL 412.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 113 or MATH 115, and PHYS 160 or PHYS 243, or permission of instructor
Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0

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CLIM 412 - Physical Oceanography