GEO3300

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GEO3300 - Geology of the World's Oceans (DSC) - 3 - Credits

Geosciences College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

Course Prefix

GEO

Course Number

3300

Department

Course Title

Geology of the World's Oceans (DSC)

General Education Attribute

DSC

Grade Mode

Standard Letter

Repeat Status

NR

Course Description

Geologic evidence for the development of ocean basins and continental margins through plate tectonic processes. Also, the interaction of the geo- and biospheres and their effect on the evolution of the oceans and atmosphere. Discussion of shoreline and marine environments, the organisms inhabiting them, and the physical and chemical processes in operation therein. Three lectures per week.

Credit Hours Min

3