WE OFFER...Palomar College Oceanography
Program Information
- OCN 100 Oceanography Lecture (3 units)
A survey course of marine science that provides a foundation in basic oceanographic concepts including geological, chemical, physical, and biological aspects of oceanography.
OCN 100L Oceanography Lab (1 unit)
A laboratory course that provides practical experience to supplement OCN 100. Field trips focus on understanding oceanographic aspects of coastal San Diego County.
OCN 101 Oceanography (4 units)
Combines OCN 100 and OCN 100L into one linked course that allows small class size and enhanced camaraderie for a more in-depth examination of oceanographic topics.
OCN 115 Coastal Oceanography (3 units)
A follow-up course to Oceanography 100/101 that examines worldwide coastal and nearshore processes, environments, and issues. Prerequisite: OCN 100/101.
OCN 197 Oceanography Topics
A course designed to investigate current topics within oceanography.
OCN 295 Directed Study
Individual study in field, library, or laboratory for interested students.
See college catalog for complete list of courses.
For Further Information, Contact:
Oceanography Program Instructors
Patricia Deen | Al Trujillo | Dr. Lisa Yon
Earth Sciences Department, Palomar College
1140 West Mission Road
San Marcos, CA 92069-1487
(760) 744-1150
Extension 2519, 2734, or 2369
Or visit our web site at: http://www.palomar.edu/oceanography
Or e-mail Al Trujillo at: atrujillo@palomar.edu
THE PROGRAM
This popular and expanding program provides several courses in oceanography along with laboratory experience. Together, they introduce the interdisciplinary nature of marine science.
PROGRAM ADVANTAGES
The Oceanography Program offers well-qualified instructors with M.S. or Ph.D. degrees who come from a variety of backgrounds in industry and research. Our proximity to the coast allows us to offer numerous field trips to observe ocean processes in action. Access to neighboring research institutions includes the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the Birch Aquarium at Scripps, the Hubbs Sea World Sea Bass Fish Hatchery, and the National Marine Fisheries Service. The laboratory experience includes an oceanographic cruise aboard the Orange County Marine Institute's research vessel R/V Sea Explorer.
TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES
Coursework in oceanography is transferable to any 4-year college or university. Course offerings in oceanography provide excellent lower division background toward degrees in geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, environmental science, and oceanography. Undergraduate studies in marine science or general oceanography are possible at a few select schools; however, most career positions in oceanography require graduate degrees.
OCEANOGRAPHY AND YOU
Everyone has a direct link with the ocean. Historically, the ocean has been used for transportation, fisheries, and for obtaining other natural resources. The ocean controls our weather, moderates our climate, and provides a variety of recreation opportunities. Increasingly, people are turning to the oceans as a source of food, power, and new pharmaceuticals. At the center of many local and international politic issues, the ocean has been instrumental in the origin of life itself. Instead of Planet Earth, we might consider calling our home "Planet Ocean."
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