WX 252 - Introduction to Meteorology

Institution:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach

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Description:

3 Credits A survey course in meteorology for meteorology majors, covering the following topics: atmospheric composition and structure, energy exchange, thermal patterns, atmospheric moisture, clouds, stability, precipitation processes, wind and pressure, global circulation, upper-level winds and jet streams, local winds, air masses, fronts, mid-latitude cyclones, weather forecasting, thunderstorms, and tropical meteorology. Students will also be introduced to weather observations, surface and upper-air maps, the Skew-T log-P chart and satellite and radar imagery.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.erau.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 222-3728

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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