GEOSCIENCE 360 - Applied Climatology

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Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Climatology is the study of the modern variations in climate and the parameters important for this variability. Understanding the modern climate, typical over the last 30-50 years, is critically linked to all areas of Geoscience and provides an important bridge between the study of weather (Meteorology) and past climates (Paleoclimatology).This course examines the physical characteristics, processes and controlling mechanisms of Earth's climate system and the patterns of its change across both space and time. Fundamentals of Earth's atmosphere will be covered with a focus on global climate, regional climate variability and the climatology of New York State. Students will develop and strengthen analytical skills through building or enhancing a foundation in statistics; analyze and interpret climate data; examine the relationship of climatic conditions to physical, biological, and human environments; and implement the scientific process through a culminating research project. Prerequisite: GEO 150 (Severe Weather) or ENV 170 (Laird , Fall, offered alternate years)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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