ATS 533 - Physical Climatology and Climate Change

Institution:

Creighton University

Subject:

Atmospheric Sciences

Description:

This course stressed the theories and models of natural climate change and of that induced by human beings. The ethical issues of inadvertent and planned change of climate by humans will be raised. Major topics include effects of CO2 warming (greenhouse effect), ozone depletion; human-induced desertification; acid rain; urban microclimates. Methods of monitoring these systems will be stressed relative to an increased world-wide need to limit or prevent human-induced climate changes.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.creighton.edu

Phone Number:

(402) 280-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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