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Argentina - Oceanography
Oceanography in Argentina
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Location |
Mar del Plata and Puerto Madryn, Argentina |
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Dates |
January 3 - 25, 2013 |
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Credits Offered |
GEOL 382.82 / PGEOG701.83 - 3 CREDITS |
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Application Deadline |
Students applying for STOCS - October 9 Other applicants - October 19 |
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Financial Aid |
PELL, STOCS, student loans |
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Program Fee |
$1,620.00 (estimate) includes housing with breakfast, excursions, international health insurance. Airfare not included. |
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Payment Schedule |
$350.00 due with application. $1,270.00 due November 26. All payments by certified checks or money orders (no cash, personal checks, or credit cards). |
Program Description
The course will introduce the students to the fascinating complex subject of Oceanography and major aspects of the Southern Ocean. We will discuss basic and some of the major physical, chemical, biological and geological aspects of the oceans. In doing so, we will also learn about the structure and motion of the atmosphere that influence ocean circulation. Topics include ocean waves and tides and how these and other features of the ocean shape the coasts and beaches as we enjoy them. A large part of this course will focus on learning about the Southern Ocean, and we will do all that on location! While much of the theoretical principles will be presented and discussed in a classroom setting during the first two weeks of the course, we will continue these discussions on the ground by taking trips and visiting places along the beaches of this beautiful part of the South Atlantic. After the first two weeks of intense instruction in the city of Mar del Plata (37°56' S - 57°34'W), the course will continue with a full week of field visits in the area surrounding Puerto Madryn (42°46' S - 65° 3' W), including the Valdes Peninsula (an important nature reserve), Punta Loma Provincial Reserve and Punta Tombo. We also plan to visit the Museo Oceanográfico y de Ciencias Naturales and the Ecocentro (www.ecocentro.org.ar).
Prerequisite
Although a science background is not required, it is assumed that all students taking this class have taken and passed the basic science requirements at CUNY.
Interested Graduate Students can also participate. Meet with Professor Salmun in advance to discuss an independent research project related to oceanography, climate and environmental issues in the context of the Southern Ocean.
Credits & Grades
Students in this program will receive both credits and letter grades. Grades will count towards their Hunter GPA.
| Academic Inquiries | Administrative Inquiries |
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Prof. Haydee Salmun Geography Department |
Education Abroad Office, Room E1447 Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 5:30pm |
Estimated Costs of Attendance
Tuition - $ 690.00 (undergraduate)
$ 1,095.00 (graduate)
Program Fee - $ 1,620.00
Not included in Program Fee:
Airfare - $ 1,300.00
Meals - $ 600.00
Airport Entrance Fee - $ 160.00
Books- $ 100.00
US $ 4,470.00 (undergraduate)
US $ 4,875.00 (graduate)
