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Oceanography –
sci209
(3 credits)
This course examines the linkages between the evolution of earth and water masses. Students will focus on the physical, chemical, biological and geological aspects of the ocean processes
This undergraduate-level course is 5
weeks.
To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
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Biological Oceanography
- Assess the effects of overfishing on an ocean environment.
- Compare primary productivity in the polar, tropical, and temperate oceans.
- Explain the unique adaptations of marine organisms.
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Physical Oceanography
- Explain how the ocean–atmosphere relationship influences weather and climate.
- Describe the changes in waves as they approach the shore and break.
- Identify the main surface and deep-ocean currents.
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Chemical Oceanography
- Identify the main types of marine pollution.
- Compare methods by which scientists alter seawater.
- Explain the chemical and physical properties of seawater.
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Geological Oceanography
- Identify divergent, convergent, and transform boundary features.
- Distinguish between continental drift and plate tectonics.
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Introduction and Overview
- Describe modern tools and techniques used in oceanic research.
- Describe the origin of life as related to oceanography.
- Classify the chemical composition and physical properties of Earth.
- The University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses.
- While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
- Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.
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