SC 107 - Introduction to Climatology

Institution:

Herkimer County Community College

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Description:

3 Credits (3,0) This introduction to climatology examines the elements of weather on a local scale and then widens its scope to global climate regions. Current climatic factors to be studied include global warming, the ozone hole, and ocean currents such as El Nino. Students will use the Internet to research some of the latest findings. Students will experience the scientific method through recording local weather observations and coming up with hypotheses about our local climate for the Mohawk Valley and surrounding areas.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.herkimer.edu/

Phone Number:

(315) 866-0300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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