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UIST 135 - Protecting our Oceans


3 credit(s)
The world’s oceans are vital to the health and sustainability of the planet, and yet suffer from the impacts of massive pollution, overfishing, and climate change. This course introduces students to the basic tenets of oceanography and marine science including plate tectonics, chemistry, atmospheric and oceanic circulation, tides, and the life that inhabits this valuable resource. Students also learn about the problems plaguing the ocean and the policies designed to combat these problems.


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