The course aims to acquit the student with the conceptual framework for understanding the Oceanographic processes.
Course Outcomes (COs):
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Learning outcomes (at course level) |
Learning and teaching strategies |
Assessment Strategies |
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GEO 221
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Oceanography (Theory)
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The students will be able to: CO12: The students will be able to get the knowledge of the foundation of science of oceanography. CO13: They can explain the ocean floor, current sea satellite system, the chemistry of the oceans and the processes that led to its formation.
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Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration,
Learning activities for the students: Self learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation |
Assessment Strategies Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz,Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects |
· Basic of oceanography,
· Origin of ocean basins: theory of plate tectonics and seafloor spreading;
Ocean morphology and bottom relief: Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean and Indian
· Origin and growth of coral reefs; Ocean deposits: origin, type and distribution;
Thermohaline circulation and the oceanic conveyor belt.
· Ocean and global environment: El Nino and Sea level changes; Oceanic regions & Marine resources
Marine pollution