EARTH241-23B (TGA)

Oceanography

15 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Science
Earth Sciences

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Julia Mullarney

Julia Mullarney
4597
DE.1.02
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julia.mullarney@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Conrad Pilditch

Conrad Pilditch
9393
R.2.21
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conrad.pilditch@waikato.ac.nz

Administrator(s)

: klaus.reiter@waikato.ac.nz

Placement/WIL Coordinator(s)

Tutor(s)

Student Representative(s)

Lab Technician(s)

Librarian(s)

: anne.ferrier-watson@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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An introduction to oceanography, particularly physical oceanography and the interrelationship between physical processes and biological productivity and the distribution of marine resources. Topics covered include the nature and origin of the oceans; currents, waves and circulation systems; marine instrumentation and technology; marine biology.
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How this paper will be taught

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The outcomes will be achieved through formal lectures and laboratory and computer-based assignments where analytical and interpretative skills will be developed, and important concepts covered in lectures are reinforced. Attendance at laboratory sessions should be considered essential.

The course programme is available on Moodle. It may be necessary to alter the programme after the paper starts, in which case the version on Moodle will be the most current.

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Required Readings

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Lecture notes on Moodle.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Analyse and synthesise data in order to detect and explain the coastal and large-scale oceanographic processes underlying the patterns
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  • Communicate ideas and knowledge clearly, using appropriate scientific language
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  • Describe different pathways by which energy is transferred within ocean ecosystems
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  • Describe the different types of waves in the ocean and explain how and why the properties of the waves change depending on their period or the ratio of water depth to wavelength
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  • Describe the formation and evolution of oceans up to the present day
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  • Discuss the key biogeochemical processes in the ocean
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  • Explain how human activities may cause changes to the biological, chemical and physical states of the ocean
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  • Explain how the physical properties of fluids affect small and large-scale ocean and atmospheric circulation
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  • Identify the factors that limit marine productivity, and how they are related to oceanic circulation and physical conditions within the oceans
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 50% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Online quizzes
10
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Assignment 1
3 Aug 2023
4:00 PM
8
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Assignment 2
17 Aug 2023
4:00 PM
8
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Assignment 3
21 Sep 2023
3:00 PM
8
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
5. Assignment 4
12 Oct 2023
4:00 PM
8
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
6. Test
15 Aug 2023
2:00 PM
8
  • Hand-in: In Lab
7. Exam
50
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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