ESC 109 - Weather and Climate

Institution:

Ulster County Community College

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Description:

3 Credits Math,Science,ENGR, & TECH Earth Science This course is an introduction to the science of meteorology. Topics include the composition and structure of the atmosphere; measuring and interpreting air temperature, pressure, and humidity; air masses and frontal systems; precipitation and storms; weather forecasting; weather's impact on humans; and global climate change. In the laboratory, students will learn to read and create weather maps, to obtain and use real-time weather data from the Internet, and to understand the problems associated with modern weather forecasting. 2 hrs. lect.; 2 hrs. lab.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYULSTER.EDU

Phone Number:

(845) 687-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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