Oceanography - Elective Geography

Students will learn about the fieldwork techniques oceanographers use to investigate oceans, physical features of the ocean basins, ocean currents and the forces which make them move, and the role of oceans in regulating climate. An investigative study of habitat degradation and restoration will be addressed.
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This excursion will take place at Chowder Bay.

Syllabus Links
Elective Geography - Oceanography (current syllabus)

• The word’s oceans - ocean currents, physical features of the ocean floor, ocean ecosystems
• Value of oceans - ocean currents and climate change, El Nino and La Nina, the ocean as a habitat for marine species, economic value of ocean resources.​

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Elective Geography - Physical Geography - Oceanography (new syllabus)

The world’s oceans

• Spatial distribution and features of the world’s oceans
• Relationship between ocean currents and global climate
• Nature and spatial patterns of the variety of marine ecosystems
• Environmental importance of the world’s oceans, including their role in climate regulation

Investigative study:
Investigation of ONE issue relating to the use of oceans.

• Nature and spatial distribution of the selected issue
• Geographical processes related to the selected issue
• Role of individuals, groups and governments and their perspectives on the selected issue
• Management practices to improve sustainability concerning the selected issue
• Restoration initiatives that demonstrate positive human interaction with oceans on local, national and global scales​
  

​This excursion can be supplemented with a snorkel experience by an external provider.

Bookings

Cost

$40 per student 

Minimum booking size

Excursions need a minimum of 15 students to run, or a minimum payment of $550 plus GST.
Please contact us if you have a class smaller than 15 and we can try to combine with a second school.

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