3 lecture periods. Emphasis is focused on construction of thematic maps at the preprofessional level and their incorporation in presentations of research. Modern techniques and processes are discussed along with conventional pen and ink methods. Biological Oceanography . An introduction to the taxonomy, habitats, adaptations, and unique biological processes of marine flora and fauna.
Laboratory normally includes an extended field trip to the coast.
BIOL 102 or 103. Earth Science 363. Physical Oceanography . An introduction to the historical, geological, chemical and physical aspects of the oceans. 3 lecture and one 2-hour lab periods.