MET 101 - Introduction to Meteorology KCC AA/DP

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Comment: MET 101 may not be audited. MET 101 is an introductory course intended for non science majors, prospective science teachers, and prospective science majors. This course will include an overview of basic atmospheric physics, sun-Earth-atmosphere interrelationships, pollution, major weather systems, weather forecasting, and Hawai'i weather. Upon successful completion of MET 101, the student should be able to: Identify the physical processes shaping the weather. Apply scientific systems of measurement to describe natural phenomena. Use and summarize weather patterns on meteorological charts. Evaluate and use computer generated data to explain weather phenomena. Critique problems within the framework of the course and communicate this knowledge in oral and written form.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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