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Introduction to Oceanography (ERSC 141)

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3 credits

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Online, In-person

Is a course that introduces the physical, chemical, biological, and geological properties of the oceans and the methods of oceanographic research. Students explore dynamic processes shaping and affecting the Earth, its atmosphere, and its oceans with respect to marine ecosystems. For students needing a lab course, ERSC 142: Introduction to Oceanography Laboratory serves as the accompanying lab. Formerly offered as GEOG 141, earn credit for one only. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): ACLT 053 or (ESOL 052 and ESOL 054) and MATH 082. Corequisite(s): ENGL 101 Lecture Hours per week: .
General Education: Biological and Physical Sciences (B).

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Fall 2026 ( Sections)

    • Flexible Time
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    • Online
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    • 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Dr. Cristina Cardona
    • #91546

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This is a ZTC (Zero Textbook Cost) course.

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    • 2:00 - 3:20 p.m.
      TR
      Essex, ADMN 106
    • In-person
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    • 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Dr. Cristina Cardona
    • #93955

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This is an Honors version of ERSC 141 Pre-Requisite: Any of the following A) Membership in the Honors Program; B) A 3.0 grade point average; or C) written permission from an Honors Program Director, email awilson@ccbcmd.edu

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    • 9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
      TR
      Essex, ADMN 210
    • In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • James Spray
    • #93189

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This is a ZTC (Zero Textbook Cost) course

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