GEOL 340 - Geological Oceanography

In this course students will gain an understanding of the nature and origin of oceanic crust and lithosphere. Large scale chemical and geological processes associated with ocean basins, and seawater-rock interactions, and the role of oceanic circulation in climate and climate change will be studied. Additional topics will be included based on student interest, which will be explored via independent reading assignment.

Prerequisites & Notes: GEOL 101 and GEOL 211A; or GEOL 211 or SCED 202.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SCI