SIOC 237A. Introduction to Ocean Optics (4 units)
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Description
Overview of ocean optics. Concepts in radiometry. Inherent and apparent optical properties. Radiative transfer equation. Light absorption and scattering by seawater constituents. Optics of air-water interface. Light fields within and leaving the ocean. Optics of marine particles. Measurement methods and instrumentation. Recommended preparation: basic physics and differential calculus. Prerequisites: graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Prerequisite courses
SIOC 237A has no prerequisite courses.
Successor courses
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