ERTH 151 - Introductory Physical Oceanography

Designed for students desiring a broadly-based analysis of the physical aspects of the oceans. Study of the origin of the continents and oceans, marine geology, chemistry of seawater, currents, waves, tides and the ocean environment. Required of Marine Science majors.

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Section Information as of 20-MAY-2026 12:05:50 PM

  • Title: ERTH 151 Introductory Physical Oceanography
  • CRN: 30399
  • Instructor: Richard Brokaw
  • Section Corequisites: NONE
  • Bldg/Room: EBS 102 Earth and Biological Sciences

    • Meeting Time
    M W 11:10am - 12:30pm S 102 Earth and Biological Sciences 08/25/25 12/13/25
    Seating Availability
    Waitlist Availability
    Capacity Taken Available Capacity Taken Available
    40 32 8 6 0 6
    Critical Dates for this Course
    Term: Fall 2025
    Last day to add class: 06-SEP-25
    Last day to drop with an enrollment refund: 06-SEP-25
    Last day to drop without a "W": 07-SEP-25
    Last day to drop with a "W": 24-OCT-25
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