MSCI 301 Physical Oceanography - 3 credits

Prerequisite(s): A grade of ‘C’ or better in MSCI 111/MSCI 111L, MSCI 112/MSCI 112L, MATH 161 or MATH 161B and PHYS 212/PHYS 212L or have concurrent enrollment in PHYS 212/PHYS 212L
Corequisite(s): MSCI 301L
A comprehensive study of the field of physical oceanography. Topics include physical properties of the ocean, ocean dynamics, air-sea interactions, waves, tides, and the ocean’s role in climate. In the lab, students analyze real-time global ocean data and quantitative analysis skills are developed.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring