GEOG 105/106: Introduction to the Atmosphere
Have you ever pondered these questions?
Learn
the answers to these and other intriguing questions in GEOG 105/106. We will
explore various atmospheric concepts, examine interesting weather phenomena,
and identify how we can apply this information to decisions we face in our
daily activities.
What General Education Objectives are met in Geography 105/106?
Through analogies presented in lecture and laboratory it helps students develop
critical thinking skills. Introduces students to the scientific method as
a means of understanding issues such as global climate change and the ozone
hole. Integrates information from other related science fields such as geology,
biology, physics, and chemistry. Develops written and computational skills
through laboratory assignments, making use of computers and other instruments.
Provides a historical review of meteorology, giving perspective to how a science
develops and how science is shaped by societal and cultural needs.
Facts about Geography 105/106:
Course Offered: Both spring and fall semesters: 4 credit hours (you must register for both Geog 105 and Geog 106)
General Education: Fulfills a science/math distributive area requirement and matches the following general education goals: develop communication and technical skills, apply various modes of inquiry, and develop an understanding of integrated knowledge, through a combination of lecture material, readings, and laboratory assignments, and exams.
Course Goal: To provide non-meteorology majors with a basic understanding of how the atmosphere works and impacts our lives and environment.
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M320: Synoptic Meteorology (3)
This course introduces
meteorological codes, analysis, and forecasting techniques, and the theory
of synoptic-scale weather systems. It will also cover basic principles of
atmospheric thermodynamics, kinematics, and numerical weather prediction.
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M444: Mesoscale Meteorology (3)
Structure, evolution,
forcing, and prediction of weather phenomena with short time scales and small
spatial scales. Observing systems, mesoscale techniques, and forecasting applied
to severe thunderstorms, flash floods, tornadoes and heavy snow.
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460: Remote Sensing ( with
Wei Luo) (3)
The overall goal of this course is to introduce students to the basic principles
of remote sensing and demonstrate its applicability to different fields. After
successful completion of this course, students should be able to
