Module #1 Introduction to Marine Geology Overview of the field of marine geology, its importance, and applications
Module #2 Oceanic and Continental Crust Comparison of oceanic and continental crust, their composition, and tectonic processes
Module #3 Plate Tectonics and Oceanic Processes Overview of plate tectonics, seafloor spreading, and oceanic processes
Module #4 Mid-Ocean Ridges and-transform Faults Formation of mid-ocean ridges, transform faults, and resulting geological features
Module #5 Submarine Volcanism and Hydrothermal Activity Formation of submarine volcanoes, hydrothermal vents, and their geological and biological significance
Module #6 Oceanic Trenches and Subduction Zones Formation of oceanic trenches, subduction zones, and their geological implications
Module #7 Continental Margins and Passive Margins Formation of continental margins, passive margins, and their geological features
Module #8 Sedimentary Basins and Petroleum Geology Formation of sedimentary basins, petroleum geology, and hydrocarbon exploration
Module #9 Marine Sedimentation and Stratigraphy Marine sedimentation processes, stratigraphic principles, and sedimentary rock formations
Module #10 Paleoceanography and Paleoclimatology Reconstructing ancient oceans and climates using sedimentary records and geochemical proxies
Module #11 Geophysical Methods in Marine Geology Introduction to geophysical methods, such as seismic, gravity, and magnetic surveys, in marine geology
Module #12 Seafloor Mapping and Remote Sensing Techniques for mapping the seafloor, including remote sensing, sonar, and GIS applications
Module #13 Deep-Sea Trenches and Hadal Zone Exploration of the deepest parts of the ocean, including deep-sea trenches and the hadal zone
Module #14 Marine Geohazards and Natural Hazards Marine geohazards, including tsunamis, earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic eruptions
Module #15 Ocean Acidification and Climate Change Impacts of climate change on the ocean, including ocean acidification and its effects on marine ecosystems
Module #16 Marine Mineral Resources and Mining Exploration and exploitation of marine mineral resources, including metals and minerals
Module #17 Marine Environmental Impact Assessment Assessing and mitigating the environmental impacts of human activities on marine ecosystems
Module #18 Marine Protected Areas and Conservation Establishment and management of marine protected areas for conservation and sustainable use
Module #19 Marine Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Exploration and preservation of marine cultural heritage, including shipwrecks and underwater archaeological sites
Module #20 Ocean Governance and International Law International law and governance of the ocean, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
Module #21 Marine Geology in the Exploration Industry Applications of marine geology in the exploration industry, including hydrocarbon exploration and mining
Module #22 Marine Geology in Coastal Zone Management Applications of marine geology in coastal zone management, including coastal erosion and coastal defense
Module #23 Marine Geology in Renewable Energy Applications of marine geology in renewable energy, including offshore wind farms and tidal energy
Module #24 Case Studies in Marine Geology Real-world examples and case studies illustrating the principles and applications of marine geology
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Marine Geology career
