OCEN (Oceanography)

OCEN 1010 - Introduction to Oceanography - 3 Credits

This course is a study of the marine environment describing principles of physical, chemical, biological and geological oceanography. topics include the origin of oceans; the composition and history of seawater; oceanic currents, tides, waves and beaches; the sea floor; plant and animal life in the sea; oceanic resources and food; and marine pollution. Note: completion of both ocen 1010 and ocen 1030 will satisfy one laboratory science requirement in the liberal arts and general studies programs. lecture: 3 hours

OCEN 1020 - Applied Oceanography - 3 Credits

This course covers ocean resources; minerals and fossil fuels and marine mining; offshore petroleum exploration, operation and development; and alternative energy resources from the oceans. It also explores geological and geophysical techniques including satellite observation and remote sensing of the oceans; subsurface and aerial maps and photos; and hydrographic charts and geochemical techniques of ascertaining the quality of sea water. Oceanic problems on national, state and local levels are examined at greater depth. Narrangansett Bay is used as the case study. Lecture: 3 hours

OCEN 1030 - Oceanography Laboratory - 1 Credit

This lab course emphasizes topics covered in OCEN 1010 (Introduction to Oceanography) such as ocean life, sediments, salinity, currents and plate tectonics. It allows a more hands-on approach to learning. Note: Completion of both OCEN 1010 AND OCEN 1030 will satisfy one laboratory science requirement in the Liberal Arts and General Studies programs. Lab: 2 hours