Ocean 220 Details

This class is an experiential course in which you will practice the scientific method from A-Z. During spring break, we will convene in the San Juans to plan our research. Then we will cruise aboard one of the UW's research ships for 1-3 days collecting data. After this, you will finish up post-cruise lab work, interpret your findings, and write a research paper focusing on your efforts. This class has been called 'the most work I ever loved to do' by one of last year's students.

You can learn more about the research conducted by the class by reading these general project descriptions.

• Geological Oceanography
• Biological Oceanography
• Physical Oceanography
• Chemical Oceanography

Email Michelle Townsend (mtown@ocean.washington.edu) if you have questions about enrolling in this course, or if you wish to make substitutions in the pre-reqs. The pre-req is Ocean 200 or Ocean/Fish/Biol 250.

This course is a requirement for oceanography majors, an oceanography elective for the marine biology minor and is strongly advised for all students studying geology, fisheries, oceanography, environmental biology and civil engineering.

Class meets 1:30-2:50

Tuesdays - 425 OSB
Thursdays - 111 OSB

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