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San Diego State University provides preparation for ocean-oriented careers by offering marine-related coursework and oceanographic experience within regular degree programs in the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Geography, Geological Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Natural Science, and Physics. Master's degrees with specialization in marine problems may also be earned in these departments. The Ph.D. degree is offered in biology, chemistry, and ecology, jointly with the University of California. Degrees in general oceanography or marine studies are not offered by the University. The Coastal and Marine Institute coordinates work in the area of marine studies and provides special supporting services to the faculty, staff and students, including student advising, assistance in research and publication, operation of the University's marine laboratory at San Diego Bay, and a boat operations program.
Courses in general oceanography are offered by faculty from the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, and Geological Sciences. Advanced coursework and research in geological and physical oceanography are conducted in the Geological Sciences Department. An option in marine geology is offered as part of the undergraduate major in geological sciences, and the Chemistry Department offers work in chemical oceanography. Advanced courses and research in biological oceanography, marine biology, marine botany, and marine zoology are conducted in the Department of Biology. Similar marine-related coursework and research are offered in the Departments of Economics and Geography and in the College of Engineering. Students who require advising in these areas should inquire at the Coastal and Marine Institute. (See section of this catalog on Academic Organization, College of Sciences Research Centers.)
Offered for undergraduate science students by the Department of Geological Sciences, the minor in oceanography consists of a minimum of 16 upper division units to include Biology 515 or 517; Geological Sciences 540, 545; Oceanography 541.
The oceanography minor is intended for students with extensive background in the sciences. Oceanography 320 is not applicable toward the oceanography minor.
Courses in the minor may not be counted toward the major, but may be used to satisfy preparation for the major and general education requirements, if applicable. A minimum of six upper division units must be completed in residence at San Diego State University.
(Intended for Undergraduates)
Prerequisites: Upper division standing. Swimming competency evaluation, physical examination approval for scuba diving, waiver for scuba diving.
Entry level scientific diver training and certification course. Theory and practical diving skills to include diving physiology, hyperbaric conditions, medical hazards, proper selection, care and operation of diving equipment, marine environment, emergency procedures, scientific diving techniques and regulations. Not open to students with credit in Oceanography 306, Biology 460 or Exercise and Nutritional Sciences 320, 323, 324.
306. Scientific Scuba Diving for Certified Divers (3)Prerequisites: Oceanography 305 and Advanced or Scientific Diving Certification, diving skills proficiency evaluation, acceptable openwater diving equipment, physical examination approval for scuba diving, waiver for scuba diving.
Scientific diving operations, techniques and procedures; dive planning and lead diver responsibilities; underwater work, mapping, search and salvage, navigation, deep, night and small boat diving; emergency procedures and rescue. Physics, physiology, medicine, decompression theory, oceanography, marine life and marine environment. Master Diver Certification. Not open to students with credit in Biology 460 or Exercise and Nutritional Sciences 324.
320. The Oceans (3) I, IIBiological, chemical, geological, and physical aspects of the oceans and their significance to humans; problems of modern oceanography.
496. Experimental Topics (1-4)
(Also Acceptable for Advanced Degrees)
541. Oceanography (3)
Prerequisites: Biology 201, 202; Mathematics 121 and 122 or 150; Physics 180A or 195.
Multidisciplinary examination of physical, chemical, biological and geological aspects of marine environment and relationship of humans with the sea. Intended for science majors only.
561. Deep Sea Oceanography (3)Concepts of deep sea oceanography including abyssal biology, physics and chemistry, instruments and methods of deep sea research, biogeochemistry of oceanic ridges, and high-pressure biochemistry.
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