Chabot College
February 1994
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Geology 12L
INTRODUCTION TO OCEANOGRAPHY LAB
Catalog Description:
12L - Introduction to Oceanography Lab
Introduction to laboratory principles and techniques with emphasis on the physical marine
environment. Prerequisite: Geology 12 (may be taken concurrently). 3 hours laboratory.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1.
perform laboratory measurements using basic equipment;
2.
recognize the major features of oceanographic charts;
3.
perform simple tasks of navigation;
4.
make bathymetric contours and sections;
5.
measure chemical and physical properties of sea water;
6.
evaluate data for tides, tidal currents, waves, and currents;
7.
perform measurements on sediments and sediment deposition.
Course Content:
1.
Charts and bathymetry
2.
Waves, tides, and currents
3.
Properties of sea water
4.
Sediments
Methods of Presentation:
1.
Laboratory sessions
2.
Audio-visual materials
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1.
Laboratory assignments
2.
Exams on laboratory techniques
3.
Final exam
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Laboratory Exercises in Oceanography, Pipkin, Freeman Publishing
Special Student Materials:
hp revised 2/94
a:Geo12LCO.CON
None
1 unit