Introduction to Oceanography - ZPEM1402

 
Faculty: UNSW@ADFA (Australian Defence Force Academy)
 
 
School:  School of Physical, Environmental and Mathematical Sciences @ ADFA
 
 
Course Outline: https://gateway.unsw.adfa.edu.au/isas/current_students/outlines/index.html
 
 
Campus: University College Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 5
 
 
CSS Contribution Charge:Band 5 (more info)
 
 
Tuition Fee:See Tuition Fee Schedule
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description


This course is a broad introduction to the interconnected physical, chemical, biological and geological aspects of the oceans. Topics may include: physical and chemical properties of seawater, and what their distributions tell us about ocean circulation; the role of the oceans and ocean currents in Earth's climate and El Nino; an introduction to waves and tides; modern ocean measurement technologies such as robot gliders and satellites; place tectonics and the formation and structure of the seafloor; marine biology and ecosystems; marine resources and environmental management. The fascinating interconnections between these different aspects of Oceanography are highlighted. An Oceanography excursion is usually part of the course.