| The Hampton Roads area is
dominated by numerous bodies of water from Chesapeake Bay
to the smaller rivers, marshes, and swamps. Oceanography and
marine science is very popular in the tidewater area.
Most area school systems have marine science programs. Increased
awareness of beach erosion and storm damage also generates
much interest in the region. Most of the Hampton Roads region
is situated in wetland or former wetland environments which
are subject to variety of uses and regulations. Cities such
as Virginia Beach and Chesapeake are concerned about water
supplies and environmental pollution as population increases.
Our Geology
and Oceanography
laboratory science courses have a proven track record at TCC.
These courses offer a non-traditional have field components
where students go to area sites to work up geological, biological,
and environmental parameters.
The Coastal Studies Program coordinates much of the college's
activities in regional geology, biology, ecology, and oceanography.
Because of its location, the Virginia Beach Campus of TCC is a convenient
facility that can be used by area educators for their programs.
Our campus is also close to a wealth of study locations,
including the beaches and marshes of Virginia Beach, Norfolk,
and Chesapeake, and, of course the bay itself. Our vessel,
the R/V
Matthew F. Maury, is berthed at a convenient location
on Little Creek Amphibious Base. |
