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Cuesta College
OCEN210 - OCEANOGRAPHY
Course Description
Explores the major processes and features of Earth's oceans. Topics include the origin of ocean basins, properties of seawater, atmospheric and oceanic circulation, marine life, and the dynamics of waves and tides. This course explores the ocean as a resource and considers human impacts on the ocean and marine environments. Prerequisite: Elementary algebra or eligibility for college-level math using the current college process. Transfer: CSU; UC. (Formerly OCEAN10)
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Tuition & Fees
Tuition:$138.00
Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.
Location
Online
Units
3.0 semester units
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Course Sections
Seat counts change rapidly, these numbers may not reflect current seat availability.
Spring 2026 - Semester
Jan 20 to May 22
section:
34042
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Emily Stebbins Kane
Live Seat Count:
17 available seats
- (about 3 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is offered entirely online with no mandatory in-person meetings. This course will have regular participation, which may require you to log in multiple days during the week. You will need to utilize a device and maintain a reliable internet connection to access course information. Before registering, please review the Course Welcome Letter/Sample Syllabus for essential instructor specific information. If the Welcome Letter or Sample Syllabus is unavailable, contact the instructor directly for assistance. Staying informed will ensure a smooth start to your online learning experience.
Tuition:$138.00
Open
Jan 20 to May 22
section:
31986
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Emily Stebbins Kane
Live Seat Count:
0 available seats
- (about 3 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is offered entirely online with no mandatory in-person meetings. This course will have regular participation, which may require you to log in multiple days during the week. You will need to utilize a device and maintain a reliable internet connection to access course information. Before registering, please review the Course Welcome Letter/Sample Syllabus for essential instructor specific information. If the Welcome Letter or Sample Syllabus is unavailable, contact the instructor directly for assistance. Staying informed will ensure a smooth start to your online learning experience.
Tuition:$138.00
Section Full
Fall 2025 - Semester
Aug 11 to Dec 12
section:
72579
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Emily Stebbins Kane
Live Seat Count:
9 available seats
- (about 8 hours ago)
Section notes:
THIS IS A FULLY ONLINE CLASS; NO MANDATORY MEETINGS! Before registering for this distance learning class click on the link above to READ THE SPECIFIC COURSE WELCOME LETTER / SAMPLE SYLLABUS which provides important information regarding accessing your course, required materials, and minimum computer system requirements. If Welcome letter / Sample syllabus not available, contact the instructor.
Tuition:$138.00
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