PY 107 - Meteorology

An introduction to atmospheric science covering the descriptive aspects of the subject as well as providing an introduction to the methodology. Topics include the origin and structure of the atmosphere, global wind patterns, air masses and fronts, the Earth’s energy budget, analysis of weather maps, formation of clouds and precipitation, and features of thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes.

Credits: 4

Fee: Yes

LSC/Core: Processes of Scientific Reasoning/ Scientific Inquiry