oceanography 201 science of the sea spring 2009 march 26, 2006
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Oceanography 201
Oceanography 201
Science of the Sea
Spring 2009
March 26, 2006
KCC Monday 11-11:50 Wed. 10-11:50Iliahi 107
KCC
Kalia 218
Mon. 12:30-1:30; Wed. 12:30-1:30
Please turn it off before arriving to class!
Introduction to oceanography with special emphasis on
• scientific method
• theory of plate tectonics
• bathymetry of the ocean basins
• interactions between the ocean and atmosphere
• seawater chemistry
• patterns and generation of ocean currents and waves
• physical properties of the ocean
• generation of ocean tides
• distribution of life in the oceans
• flow of energy and matter through the marine ecosystem
Modes of Instructio
n
Modes of Instructio
n assigned text readings class lectures examinations Reaction paper/discussion
assignments videos
assigned text readings class lectures examinations Reaction paper/discussion
assignments videos
ExamsExams
4 exams @100 points each
Non-cumulative
Multiple choice
3x5” 1-sided card allowed
4 exams @100 points each
Non-cumulative
Multiple choice
3x5” 1-sided card allowed
Missed Exam Policy
Contact your instructor (email)!
No retest unless a legitimate reason
Take exam next class time
Reaction Paper/Discussion
Topics
Reaction Paper/Discussion
Topics
1. 5 assignments = 100 points each
2. Review an article related to topics provided by instructor
3. Article selection from journals Internet journals O.K., but not nonjournal website.
4. Write a 2 page summary-reaction paper, Attach article to paper (photocopy or cut it out).
Reaction Paper/Discussion
Topics
Reaction Paper/Discussion
Topics
1. Global Warming 2. Alternative Energy3. Marine Pollution4. Overfishing5. Exotic Species Impact
1. Global Warming 2. Alternative Energy3. Marine Pollution4. Overfishing5. Exotic Species Impact
Reaction paper will be discussed in class on due date. Participation expected.Reaction paper will be discussed in class on due date. Participation expected.
GradingGradingEXAMINATIONS (4@100 pts) 400 points
Reaction Papers/Discussion (5@100 pts) 500 points
ATTENDANCE 100 pointsTotal 1000 points
GradingGrading
• Read text and outlines• Review lecture notes as often as possible• Study in groups • Hand in material on time• Ask questions
Course TextCourse Text
Essentials of Oceanographyby
Thurman & Trujillo (9th edition)
www.prenhall.com/trujillo
An online study guide:• On-line quizzes• Writing exercises• Web links
Companion Web Companion Web Site:Site:
• Cheating
• Plagiarism
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