You will learn the chemistry, physics, and biology regulating the processes in marine environments. Also, you will start to develop a capacity to approach a problem in a scientific manner and will learn to identify relevant information leading to the construction of appropriate conclusions. In summary, you will come to understand the ocean as a fascinating, dynamic, and complex system that is an important part of your life. Attendance will not be formally taken, but certain class activities will also be treated as built in attendance checks. Class starts and ends on time.
Late arrivals disturb everyone.
Any important announcements will be made at the start of class. Attendance at class lectures is important because the lecture material will usually provide important background or new material. I do NOT lecture just from the book, and most lecture information will not be in the text. Having good notes will be important for getting a good grade. Occasionally we will have slides to illustrate certain points.