Class Number: 2013
Description: Hours: Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab a week Description: Introduction to the physical processes of the ocean and their interactions with Earth systems. Topics include plate tectonics and seafloor geology, water properties and seawater chemistry, atmosphere¿ocean circulation, waves, tides, coasts and sea-level change, and human¿ocean interactions. Includes a weekly laboratory emphasizing quantitative problem-solving, data collection/analysis, and communication of results. Satisfies GE 5A and 5C. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week; no prerequisites.

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Days Time Date Range Location Instructor
W 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM 08/23/2025 - 12/13/2025 Sierra Hall 2324 Kiki Patsch
Status: Closed
Session: Regular Academic Session
Units: 4.00
Class Components: Laboratory
Career: Undergraduate
Start Date: 08/23/2025
End Date: 12/13/2025
Grading: Letter Grade

Class Availability

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Enrollment Total: 26
Available Seats: 0
Wait List Capacity: 10
Wait List Total: 0


Enrollment Information

  • Lower Division
  • 5A: Physical Science
  • 5C: Laboratory
  • In-Person
  • CS Numbers 15-17
  • Lab Fee $0-$500
  • Lab Fee $30
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