GEG 1001 Weather & Climate

An investigation into the science of the earth's atmosphere and its related weather. Emphasis will be placed on the origin and composition of the atmosphere, earth-sun relationships, radiation, temperature, humidity, condensation and precipitation, air pressure and winds, air masses, climates, severe weather, and forecasting. Typical assignments will involve interpretation of weather symbols, the identification of weather conditions, and simple weather forecasting techniques. Lecture, three hours per week; lab, two hours per week. IAI: P1 909L

Credits

4