SIO 176. Observational Physical Oceanography (4 units)
Link to catalog page: https://catalog.ucsd.edu/courses/SIO.html#sio176
Description
This course gives an introduction to the methods and measurements used by observational physical oceanographers. Topics covered include sensors such as conductivity-temperature-depth (CTD), acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP), platforms such as autonomous gliders and ships, and services such as satellite measurements. This course includes a research project. Prerequisites: SIO 171 or consent of instructor.
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No courses have SIO 176 as a prerequisite.