OCEA 3003

Intro to Field Oceanography

Lec 01 and Lab B01 selected

This course explores interrelationships between living organisms in the sea and the ocean environment. Biological processes are introduced in the context of the physical and chemical oceanography. The emphasis is on sea-going field work on day trips in local marine waters and hands-on laboratory investigation.

Sections

Lecture

Lec 01

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 8:05-11:55

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri8:05-11:55LSC-Biol&earth B401230177

Lab

Lab B01

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 13:05-16:55

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri13:05-16:55LSC-Biol&earth B401230178

From the syllabus

From the Summer 2024 syllabus by Laura deGelleke. Open the PDF

Grading

26%Participation (13)2% per day

5%Outreach AssignmentDue Aug 9

5%Safety Quiz10 questions; 2 attempts

4%Knots QuizDemonstrate 8 knots

10%Lecture Quiz20 questions; 1 attempt

50%Final ReportGroup-written scientific report

Course rules

Late work: Late assignments lose 10% per day, including weekends; none accepted after Aug 15, 2023.
Safety: Wear PPE and safety gear when instructed; closed-toe shoes are required for field activities.
Impairment: Do not attend class impaired by drugs or alcohol; notify the instructor if medication may cause impairment.
Absences: Inform the instructor of any absence as soon as possible.
Transportation: Students are responsible for their own transportation to the boat.

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