Brandeis University

    ENVS 21B: Oceanography

    Instructor: Sally Warner
    Prerequisites: None
    Course Description: <b>This course will be a Zoom-based "Remote Learning" course for Summer 2022</b><br> This course will provide an overview of the geology, physics, chemistry, and biology of the world’s oceans, with an emphasis on current ocean issues like sea level rise, hurricanes, ocean acidification, coral bleaching, dead zones, changing habitats, and plastic pollution. Work for the course will include pre-class readings, quantitative assignments, participation in 2 debates about adapting to coastal climate hazards and ocean-based climate solutions, and a final project about ocean-related issues and careers.
    Session: Session I
    Day: M, T, Th, F
    Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Credit Hours: 4 Credits
    Course Format: "Remote Learning" Course for Summer 2022
    Brandeis Graduation Requirement Fulfilled: QR, SN
    Enrollment Limit: 15 students
    Course Classification: Undergraduate Level Course
    Course Tuition: $3,290
    Course Fees: None
    Open to High School Students: No