EAS 131 - Introduction to Meteorology

Institution:

Thomas Edison State University

Subject:

Earth Science

Description:

This course introduces students to a wide variety of basic atmospheric concepts and, in the process, enables them to gain a better understanding of ""how the weather works."" The course is best suited for students wishing to develop a fundamental understanding of Earth's atmospheric systems and to gain a greater appreciation for the atmosphere. The prime objective of this science course is to familiarize students to the physical processes associated with weather and climate, including jet streams, cyclones/hurricanes/typhoons, cloud types, air masses and fronts, global warming impacts, ozone hole El Niño/La Niña, Fujita scale, and anthropogenic climate change.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tesu.edu

Phone Number:

(609) 984-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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