Oct 24, 2026  
2026-2027 General Catalog [Current] 
    
2026-2027 General Catalog [Current]
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GEO 3170 - Oceanography


3 Credit(s) | $43.50 Fee

A basic survey of the physical, chemical, and geologic character of the world’s oceans. Topics include patterns of energy exchange, chemical cycles, geological environments within the sea, and evolution of the ocean basins. Three (3) lectures per week. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0 or above) must be earned in this course before it can be counted in a Geosciences major or minor or as a prerequisite for any other course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]

Co-requisite(s): GEO 3175  

Prerequisite(s): (GEO 1010  and GEO 1115 ) or (GEO 1030  and GEO 1115 ) or (GEO 1040  and GEO 1115 ) or (GEO 1050  and GEO 1055 ) or (GEO 1090  and GEO 1095 ) or (GEO 1110  and GEO 1115 ) or (GEO 2210  and GEO 2215 ) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C



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